Bozeman Magazine July 2017

BOZEMAN MAGAZINE

Inside This Issue:

JULY 2017 - Volume 11.2

Top 10 Yellowstone Attractions Not to Miss

A Brief History of R.L. Winston Fly Company Mysteries at the Madison Valley History Museum

GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR

Kara Tripp

Table of Contents What’s Your Beef?

Business in Bozeman

The Future of Bozeman Trails & Land - N Campbell 6

The Bozeman Real Estate Market Report - T Ford 28

Living Local

Montana Music

Editors Note: A Local Summer - A Ripple 8

Bridger Brewing Summer Concert Series 22

She’s Wild the Beginning of the Bozeman Roundup - R Phillips 10

40th Annual Sweet Pea Festival - P Hill 24

Hidden Treasures, For Sure - J Schuster 14

The Virginia City Players, 68 Years of Play - K McGunagle 26

Wild Crumb Bakery - C Miller 16

Visual Arts

R.L. Winston Rod Company - J Thull 18 Top 10 Yellowstone Attractions Not to Miss - S Moses 20

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Screen & Stage

Food & Drinks

Recreation & Health

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Cover Shot: Kara Tripp 29

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Greater Yellowstone Events Calendar 30

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What’s Your Beef?

The Future of Bozeman | Trails Land

Nolan Campbell

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nyone you meet around town can tell you a story of the moment they fell in love with the Gallatin Valley. It’s something the ones living here for generations understand very well. It’s not a magazine article, or even an old Robert Redford movie, that has captured the imagination of individuals worldwide. It all comes down to the very tangible quality that has been here all along: the outdoor experience.

Many of us don’t remember the first item we purchased in our historic downtown, the first meal we ate, or the first movie we saw in Bozeman. Each of us, however, can go on for hours telling the tale of our first outdoor experience in the area. Whether it was experiencing the Montana way of life on one of our local trails, on one of our cherished ranches, or even on a more extreme backcountry adventure.

Our trails and lands are, essentially, everything to us in this valley. They keep us charging after a long day at work, pushing our physical limits, and always clearing our minds. Our trails subconsciously link all of us together. Our lands provide food and nourishment for all.

How do we work to protect not only our greatest resource, but who we are as a community? It takes passion, effort, commitment, dedication, and resources.

It takes many things that we often overlook on our easily accessible hike or bike ride. It also takes a little bit of noise. Traditionally, the best preservation efforts have been quiet and peaceful, but we might have to make a ruckus to guarantee the preservation of our public land. When bulldozers move in, and preservation is not ensured, that tranquility is lost forever.

It is very well known that our valley is experiencing excruciating pressures these days. All of us, one way or another, feel the pain associated with the fastest population growth in the nation. Bozeman is the place to be, and for all the right reasons. Article after article continues to confirm what we have known all along: We are the best. So let’s commit to keeping it that way. Not only for ourselves but for our families, friends, children and generations to come.

Throughout our long history, a few individuals have spearheaded the vision of preserving this community. Are we now ready to enact our generation’s true preservation movement? It’s time for us to get outside, get excited, and get

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together on this before it’s too late. The traditionally silent and peaceful nature of preservation is perhaps ready for us to all make just a little noise. Are we committed to protecting this place and who we are? The time has come to declare that we are all committed to doing just that.

One of the greatest things I have ever done in my life has been to volunteer my time with the Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT). GVLT has always been here for us. Working, somewhat quietly, on many of these common goals that we set forth concerning our lands. It takes a village, a city, a community, to succeed where many communities have failed.

Our time has come. We are ready to all work together to preserve the quality of life that either we have always known, or are maybe just falling in love with. If you are curious as to how you can make a difference, please feel free to reach out to any of us and get involved. The Gallatin Valley has always been, and will always be, one of the most precious valleys we have known. Please join us in assuring that this remains constant for generations to come. r Nolan Campbell is a a member of the Gallatin Valley Land Trust NextGen Advisory Board, a local realtor with PureWest Christie’s International, and the founder of bozehome.com

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Editor’s Note

AS LOCAL SUMMER ummer is a beautiful time to enjoy all Bozeman has to offer. Visitors have traveled from every corner of the planet to our backyard, Main Street and mountains. You will find the Gallatin Valley’s largest and fullest events calendar at the back of this magazine as well as online at bozemanmagazine.com. We include everything from rodeos to farmers markets, music, classes, art and all things in between. I’ve chosen to highlight a few annual events and some of the newest events here, to be sure you don’t miss them.

Festival of the Fourth

The Bozeman Symphony and Gallatin Empire Lions Club present the Festival of the Fourth at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Bozeman, Montana on July 4, 2017. The Symphony begins playing at 9PM, with fireworks to follow at dusk.

For the past 21 years, the Gallatin Empire Lions Club has provided Bozeman’s premier fireworks display; this will be the 6th year that the Bozeman Symphony will perform patriotic and popular favorites in addition to the display. The

Lions Club is seeking corporate sponsorship for the 2018 event. Without major support this may be the last FREE and open to the public event! If you would like to know more about sponsoring this long-running and local favorite please call (406) 585-9864.

The Big Sky Country State Fair formerly The Gallatin County Fair

Our local traditional western fair celebrates the Montana lifestyle with music, livestock, special entertainment, children’s activities, competitive exhibits, carnival, food, agriculture education, 4-H exhibits and animals, rodeo, mud bog, dog contests and more. This years fair runs July 15-23 at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds. For more information visit www.406statefair.com.

Belgrade Community Market

Created by a group of Belgrade parents seeking to bring more community events to Belgrade, the Belgrade Community Market is in its first summer. Every Thursday night from 5-8PM, now through Aug. 24, rain or shine the event takes place in Lewis & Clark Park (near the splash park). Visitors are treated to homemade, handmade, and homegrown options from local vendors. Bring a picnic and the family for a fun night in Belgrade Thursday nights this summer.

Bookmobile Visits

This is the first summer for the Bozeman Public Library’s Bookmobile, a library on wheels! The Bookmobile travels throughout the BPL service area to visit playgrounds, neighborhoods, assisted living homes, schools and special events.

At the Bookmobile, library patrons may get a library card, place and pick up holds, check out books, DVDs, audio books and Playaways, or attend a story time or a special program. Check the full schedule of stops at www.bozemanlibrary.org/bookmobile/

Mobile Monday

Enjoy lunch while you soak up some fresh air on the Emerson’s lawn (111 S Grand Ave)! Local food trucks will be parked on Babcock Street in front of the Emerson’s north lawn from 11am-2pm on Mondays, now through September 25 (except for Labor Day). The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture is a nonprofit organization housing 59 tenants that are arts and/or non-profit related, take a peek inside after you enjoy a mobile lunch/picnic. The Emerson’s beloved Lunch on the Lawn series begins July 5 (11:30am-1:30pm) with music by the Slomo Joe Trio.

There are SO many amazing events to share this summer in our area. Be sure to get out with your community and enjoy them, and please use our calendar to help you plan your next adventure! r Angie is a third generation Montanan, who balances wrangling her three children and adventures with her husband while living the dream.

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

Jerry Schuster - Local Living A “semi-retired” attorney who moved from Wolf Point to Bozeman in 2013.

Enjoys reading good books, writing for work and fun, and “things Bozeman”.

Cassi Miller - Dining Cassi is a writing instructor and veteran services tutor at MSU and also works for Montana Gift Corral. She loves spending time with her Husky named Flames.

Mary Biehl - Local Living Mary A. Biehl, a Doctoral Candidate in American Studies and long-time Bozeman resident, is an Adjunct Instructor at MSU.

Zach Hoffman - Photography Fascinated by the power of light to transform and educate, Zach strives to create, grow, and enrich the local photographic community.

Maddie McCann - Calendar Currently a sophomore at Montana State University, studying Business Marketing. Maddie likes to spend her free time outdoors either skiing or hiking.

Rachel Phillips - History Rachel Phillips is the Research Coordinator at the Gallatin History Museum in Bozeman.

James Thull - Recreation James Thull is the Special Collections Librarian at MSU Bozeman. He is an avid angler who has fished across the US and abroad.

Katie McGunagle - Local Living A Montana native, avid Shakespearean, and recent graduate of Boston University’s M.F.A. program in Creative Writing.

Grant Gilmore - Music Grant Gilmore is the former owner of Compound Productions in Bozeman, and is the Sweet Pea Festival’s music chairperson.

Recreation & Health - James Thull, Scott Moses Business in Bozeman - Tim Ford Montana Music - Pat Hill, Grant Gilmore, Brian Ripple Horoscope - Nikki Judge, Black Rose Spiritual Center Events Calendar - Maddie McCann, and YOU can add your events at: bozemanmagazine.com The Basics Bozeman Magazine features great local art on every cover and contributions from talented local writers each month. Every attempt has been made to provide our readers with accurate, dependable information about things which make the Bozeman area unique.

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Sarah Cairoli - Local Living Local writer, tutor, and mother who has been enjoying all Bozeman has to offer for the past decade.

Cindy Shearer - Local Living Cindy Shearer is a volunteer at the Gallatin History Museum in Bozeman and also the Gallatin Historical Society Board President.

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

Eric Kofer - Music Former Associated Students of Montana State University Campus Entertainment Director, and ChickenJam West Productions co-owner.

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She's Wild

Living Local

The Beginnings of the Bozeman Roundup

Rachel Phillips, photos courtesy of Gallatin History Museum

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t was the summer of 1919. The Elks Club was busy finalizing plans for their statewide convention—their first big meeting since gathering in Butte in 1916, just before World War I. The war had definitely put an end to largescale entertainment events and tourist attractions. Bozeman’s famous Sweet Pea Carnival, established in 1906, lasted through the 1916 season before all energy and focus shifted to the conflict in Europe. In 1919, locals were ready to celebrate again.

Despite a frightening outbreak of Spanish Flu, the end of the Great War and the upcoming state Elks Convention gave local businessmen an opportunity to create a new signature event. Investors, including Walter Hill, R. P. McClelland, Lester Work, T. B. Story, and Nelson Story, Jr., were confident that the time was right to introduce a new celebration in Gallatin County—The Bozeman Roundup. They quickly organized the Bozeman Roundup Association and set to work building a massive arena that would become the center of Bozeman’s summer entertainment for a decade.

Optimistic that the Roundup would rival the big northwest rodeos in Oregon and Wyoming, the Association hurriedly constructed an enormous grandstand and arena on four square city blocks (between North Tracy and North Grand), just south of today’s Gallatin County Fairgrounds. Construction on the stadium didn’t begin until mid-July, 1919, leaving very little time to build.

Opening day of the Elks Convention was set for August 12, so the contractor, W. E. Walker, worked his large crew in shifts, racing to complete work in under a month. The project provided jobs to WWI veterans in need of work, but the accelerated timeline and the employ of non-union workers caused a bit of tension. Virginia Walker Thompson, daughter of contractor W. E. Walker, recalled

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later that “During the many times that these union leaders called at our home on the corner of Sixth and Story…our father used to send my sister Eleanor and I next door to protect our tender young ears from the profane language that was sure to follow.”

Despite the setbacks, work continued. Kenyon Noble Lumber Company supplied an enormous amount of lumber and supplies for the project. Besides the gigantic grandstand, workers constructed corrals, bleachers, and an elliptical quarter-mile track complete with banked turns for safety and speed. The new venue was completed in the nick of time, but land and construction costs elevated the price tag to over $20,000.

In addition to the stadium, track, and corrals, a large area behind the stands was reserved for autos and could accommodate up to 300 cars—one of Bozeman’s first parking lots. Accommodating motorized vehicles at the new arena was a smart business move. With the end of WWI, the supply and popularity of automobiles exploded, both in Bozeman and throughout Montana.

People embarked on weekend excursions in their automobiles, traveling further than ever before. Local service stations reaped the benefits of an increase in motorized vehicles. An article in the June 26, 1919, issue of the Bozeman Chronicle titled “Costs Money to Run Cars,” estimated that 5,300 gallons of gasoline (adding up to $1,590 in sales) were sold the previous weekend as Bozeman residents journeyed out of town to enjoy the warm summer weather. Popular day-trip destinations included Bridger Canyon, Gallatin Canyon, and Yellowstone Park. Roundup organizers hoped that this increased automobile use, and the accompanying parking area near the new stadium, would encourage outof-town rodeo fans to attend the upcoming Bozeman Roundup premiere.

As predicted, the first Roundup was wildly successful—over 12,000 rodeo fans flooded Bozeman that week in August, 1919. The Elks Convention kicked things off on Tuesday morning, August 12, with a large parade, followed by a baseball game and the famous Elks carnival. At two o’clock that afternoon, the Roundup began. A $6,000 purse attracted cowboys and cowgirls from across the west to compete in a variety of events, choreographed into a fivehour-long performance. Trick roping and riding, relays, horse racing, bulldogging, bareback riding and bucking events, roping competitions, and clowns entertained the crowd for hours.

The first event was so successful that the Bozeman Roundup was held each summer for the next seven years. The Roundup Association continued to award cash prizes, which attracted top competitors and thousands of tourists. The Bozeman Roundup slogan, “She’s Wild!,” was a fitting description. Famous cowgirls like Fox Hastings, Mabel Strickland, and Bonnie McCarroll competed in traditional male events like steer wrestling and bronc riding and performed daring stunts like the two-horse Roman Jump over an automobile. According to a paper by Phyllis Smith titled “The Outrageous Cowgirls: A Golden Era in Rodeo,” accidents frequently occurred, and renowned Idaho-born bronc rider Bonnie McCarroll died in 1929 after her mount fell backwards on top of her at the Pendleton rodeo in Oregon.

Future Hollywood stunt rider Yakima Canutt competed in at least one Bozeman Roundup. Canutt began his stunt career in the 1920s and is perhaps best known for his famous maneuver in the 1939 John Wayne western, Stagecoach.

In the film, Canutt jumps on a team of galloping horses, falls underneath the speeding coach, clings to the underside, and eventually makes his way up again.

Thanks to these talented cowboys and cowgirls, the Bozeman Roundup became a popular new stop on the U. S. western rodeo circuit in the 1920s.

In 1921, the Roundup Association’s owners felt it might already be time to upgrade the hastily-constructed 1919 stadium. They contacted Richard Ringling of White Sulphur Springs to provide funding, and Ringling promptly purchased the entire organization.

Richard Ringling was born in 1895 and was the son of Alfred T. Ringling, one of the Ringling brothers of the nationally-renowned Ringling Brothers Circus. Richard operated his own traveling circus in 1917 before moving west to White Sulphur Springs, Montana, to work for his uncle, John Ringling. Over the next several years, Richard acquired nearly 100,000 acres of land and established a large and highly successful dairy operation. After purchasing the Bozeman Roundup, Ringling built new grandstands and continued to host an expanded four-day Roundup event each year through the 1926 season. At the 1926 Bozeman Roundup, Ringling’s crew hoisted a circus tent on West Main Street that served as a dance hall and Shrine convention center. This was the last, and possibly largest Bozeman Roundup celebration.

Sometime after the 1926 event, lightning struck the massive stadium and heavily damaged the grandstands. The entire property fell into disrepair. In 1932, the remaining structure was sold for $1,000, taken apart, and hauled away for scrap lumber. Fortunately, the Bozeman Roundup event was revived in 1940 by the Junior Chamber of Commerce. The Gallatin County Fairgrounds (located just north of the previous Roundup stadium) provided a venue for the event several times in the 1940s and 1950s. The Fieldhouse on the Montana State College campus was completed in 1957 and quickly became a unique indoor venue for rodeo events. The Bozeman Stampede rodeo was established in 2010 and continues to be held each summer at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds—right next door to the spot where one hundred years earlier, excited fans shouted in anticipation: “She’s Wild!” e Rachel Phillips is the Research Coordinator at the Gallatin History Museum in Bozeman. Visit the Gallatin History Museum at 317 W Main Street in Bozeman, www.gallatinhistorymuseum.org, or on Facebook.

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Valley History Museum Mary A. Biehl

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his summer, when you’re feeling the urge to head out of town on a nice hot afternoon, maybe drive from Bozeman through Norris and head towards Ennis. On the way you may stop for a waterski jaunt around Ennis Lake, but if you head through Ennis and then towards Virginia City, you’ll come across a hidden jewel of Southwest Montana – the Madison Valley History Museum.

Located just a few miles outside of town off Montana Highway 287 stand three buildings which house a fascinating collection that one just doesn’t see in most museums these days. There is the main building as well as the working Angle forge that visitors may see upon request. The third building is new to the museum for this summer’s season and was built primarily to house a spectacular gun collection that was donated last summer.

One of the museum’s drawing attractions is The Beast, a taxidermied wolf-like creature that I.A. Hutchins, a Mormon settler who lived near what is now called Ennis, shot in 1886 after it became known the animal was harassing and killing his livestock.

The sensationalized story surrounding this creature, its killing and preservation in 1886, its storage in a Pocatello museum for many years, and then how it came back to the Madison Valley by way of Jack Kirby - the grandson of Hutchins - in 2007 has sparked interest and the imagination of listeners for generations. In fact, the TravelChannel filmed an episode of Mysteries at the Museum about The Beast in 2012, and according to the surviving family members, the producers of the show asked questions looking for specific answers in the hopes of spinning the tale into more than what it was. Lee Robison, the Madison Valley History Association’s President, theorizes that “the truth [about The Beast] is, a farmer shot an aggressive animal because it was bothering his livestock.” However, the televised and exaggerated depiction of The Beast’s story has brought several people to the museum who otherwise would have driven right past the buildings on the way to Virginia City, not knowing what all the museum offers. One visitor from Seattle confessed

that he planned his summer trip to Montana so one of his stops was, of course, Yellowstone National Park, but he also wanted to see The Beast after he had seen the Travel Channel program on its legend. So, why all this fascination?

Well, The Beast doesn’t quite look like a wolf, which is the logical answer to what the creature really is. Stories of a traveling circus passing through the area, and a hyena somehow escaping, have been offered as a reason for why The Beast looks the way it does. Could it be a cross between a wolf and a hyena… and is that even possible? Robison suggests that the animal was a hybrid wolf or a genetic anomaly. At one point, the family agreed to DNA testing, but decided they didn’t want to know the results because it would diminish the legend that surrounds the creature. A curator at the Museum of the Rockies, Michael Fox, upon viewing The Beast in its sealed glass display, remarked that the standard

practice of the time would have been to use arsenic and formaldehyde in the taxidermy process, and the fact that the animal has seemed so deformed these 131 years could just be from a bad taxidermy job done in 1886, plus the fact that it hasn’t always been properly managed since then. However, if you look at a photograph of The Beast from shortly after it was taxidermied, the physical characteristics of the animal haven’t changed much over the past century.

Whatever your take on what The Beast is or isn’t, it is guaranteed to inspire the imagination.

The magnetic draw for patrons to this museum is fueled by The Beast, but once that curiosity is met, patrons see that there is much more in the museum’s collection worthy of notice. There are themed rooms, such as the Military Room, which contains well-preserved uniforms that Madison Valley-born soldiers wore in various wars going back to WWI. Other rooms are filled with antique kitchen and household items, farm and ranch equipment, medical tools, and children’s toys. The collection ranges from a beautiful 24 ¾ pound Rainbow Trout caught at Cliff Lake in 1925 to a World War II-era Purple Heart Medal to an impressive clothing collection including a well-preserved wedding gown from 1878. Each glass case and themed room is full of Southwest Montana history, rich as the soil of the Madison Valley which brought settlers to farm the area so long ago. Robison says, “There are many small and struggling museums around Montana that offer us glimpses into the past. Without the past, we lose part of who we are.”

Admission to the Madison Valley History Museum is free of charge, and the volunteer staff asks only for a signature in the guest book and a donation if you are feeling generous after you take a self-guided tour. The museum, which is always looking for volunteers, opens June 17th and the hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more information about the museum, you may contact Lee Robison at rleerobison@icloud.com or (301) 518-9486. f Mary A. Biehl, a Doctoral Candidate in American Studies and long-time Bozeman resident, is an Adjunct Instructor at Montana State University and is currently working on her dissertation focused on Montana Women’s History. She can be reached at mary.biehl@gmail.com.

Sun Sign Horoscopes July 2017 Aries – With Venus entering Gemini on the 4th you are sure to have lots of summer fun. To give you even more fun in the sun, Mars enters vibrant Leo on the 20th and the Sun follows Mars two days later.

You are sure to have a great month, so relax and enjoy!

Libra – Venus is in Gemini after July 4, making it a great time for you to enroll in a class or join a group of like-minded individuals.

You are going to be looking for intellectual stimulation and new experiences. Talk money on July 7 or July 10.

Taurus – Your home-loving energy is perfectly aligned with the Sun, Mercury and Mars all passing through Cancer. Host that back yard BBQ for friends; invite your sweetie over for a romantic dinner. It may be best to agree to disagree around the 16th.

Scorpio – Have fun early in the month with the stars favoring a time of relaxation. Added is the energy from a Full Moon giving romance a special push. Intimate encourages are expected with Venus in Gemini to bring out your playful side.

Gemini – Your ruling planet, Mercury spends nearly three weeks in Leo and has you right in the midst of summer fun. You are sure to be in on the action! Your wit and charm are at their most creative best. Beware overspending with Mars in your second house.

Sagittarius – July 7 is optimum to begin a vacation. Cancer energy abounds creating a warm glow for friendships and partnerships.

Spontaneity abounds and there will be fun surprises on July 7, 14 or 18. Go with the flow and enjoy the fun.

Cancer – The Sun, Mars and Mercury all pass through fun-loving Leo so be ready for fun in the summer sun. Now is a great time for enrolling in a class or joining a group of like-minded people! With Venus in Gemini, you are going to be busy, but selective socially.

Capricorn – Use the energy of the Full Moon to give yourself an internal and external makeover. Do not stop just with the outside looks, it is time for you to let go of an old way of thinking. Take care of responsibilities so you can relax and enjoy.

Leo – Energy abounds for you this month – both Mars and the Sun storm in to your sign late in the month. You may be feeling the energy, but make sure you are not giving in to imagined slights. Beware of someone taking advantage of you financially.

Aquarius – Venus in Gemini will have your social calendar filling up fast. Bring that vibrant attitude to all you do in July. Lay your groundwork now for success in September.

Single Aquarians could find a new romantic interest. Negotiate travel costs.

Virgo – The Full Moon in Capricorn will bring a family gathering that may have you gnashing your teeth about having to attend. However, do so with good graces, once you get there you give in and really have a great time. Be open to a new class or hobby.

Pisces – Is it time to put your foot down and explain that kids come first to someone overstepping boundaries? Stand your ground and be firm. However, your social calendar is going to be busy with the Sun, Mars and Mercury all passing through fiery Leo.

Living Local

Hidden Treasures, For Sure Jerry Schuster, photo: William Henry Jackson as part of the Hayden Geological Survey of 1871.

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t’s that time of year. Time to put away the skis and snow shoes and get out the summer gear. Oh yea, time to think of all those fun summer activities, events and places to explore, like floating the Madison, hiking Blackmore and Hyalite peaks and relaxing at beautiful Bozeman Beach. I just can’t wait to … excuse me, I am looking at the end of my prior sentence; I believe it must have just slipped out, but yes, it does say relaxing at beautiful Bozeman Beach. Oops.

Wait, I should treat this as a sign. I am tossing all my notes and references for the travel guide recommended Montana summer attractions . They’re gone, in the wastebasket, in the shredder, in another place and time. Gone, all gone.

Montana has many treasures which are “hidden,” not generally known to locals unless they live right next to them. Certainly, not sought out by tourists!

Well, that is about to change. The fog is lifting, the cat is getting out of the bag and the truth is about to be revealed about some of Montana’s less known caches.

Yes, if you want to take a more adventuresome path, get out of your car and off the Interstate, you can discover some of these diamonds in the rough. So interesting, so inviting, so captivating.

Let’s take a jaunt with several stops along the way, as we explore these little known nooks and crannies that usually get no attention. Pack a lunch, bring a cooler of beverages and well, items for personal comfort since most of these places lack “facilities.”

HIDDEN STOP #1: Prairie Dog Town

Yes, this is a surreal place, and it is in your backyard, just a bit off the Interstate, near Greycliff. Just exit when you see a big tract of pockmarked prairie with plenty of sagebrush and yucca. I know what you are thinking—that fits the description of most of eastern Montana. Keep your negative thoughts to yourself.

We took the family there once, including two of the kids, ages four and eight at the time. We had picked up Theresa’s folks in Billings, and were out for a daytrip. First questions when we pulled in: “Where are we?” and “Why are we stopping here?” Just curious, I replied.

Then we started to see them—dozens, hundreds, thousands of quite large and aggressive rodents surely related to what Bozemanites affectionately refer to as “Richardson ground squirrels.” In eastern Montana generally referred to as “gophers,” those rascally furry creatures have ruined many a pasture and garden in this state.

“Dad, let’s get out of here! I have to go potty! Bad!” I kicked up the vehicle speed to the maximum 5 MPH allowed to complete the “loop,” trying at all times to avoid the inhabitants of this prairie wonderland; what is officially called “Greycliff Prairie Dog Town State Park.” Oh, the critters themselves are officially “Black Tailed Prairie Dogs.” My father-in-law, Louis, just had one of those old-timer eastern Montana grins on his face as we 14 July 2017 BozemanMagazine.com

rounded the last curve of the washboard gravel road. “I’m glad those critters are camped out here, don’t think they would be very happy on the ranch.”

Travel hints: Just another reminder to bring your own snacks and beverages and have everyone use the toilet facilities along the Interstate. The entire self-guided tour, very entertaining, will take approximately sixteen minutes. The prairie dogs will stand at attention and salute as your vehicle exits. Really cool.

HIDDEN STOP # 2: Bozeman Beach

Close your eyes. All the way, no peeking. Breathe in and out slowly. You are enjoying a warm summer day in the Gallatin Valley. Think mountain scenes and hiking trails, wild flowers, beautiful waterfalls.

Stop, open your eyes, this article is supposed to be about getting out of your comfort zone. Let’s hit the beach! Yes, this is Montana and you can enjoy the white sands of Bozeman Beach. This pearl is nestled along beautiful Glen Lake, a converted gravel pit, on the north edge of, duh, Bozeman. Come on, give me a break, what did you expect, Kahului Beach on Maui?

The locals know this as a swimming hole, but not many go there. This isn’t due to the murky water, or that the teenage set would rather hang out at the bikini hatch on the Madison; no, there are no dogs allowed, which is about as uninviting as you can get in Bozeman.

Tourists who enjoy a more traditional Montana water experience will probably want to canoe, kayak or paddleboard at Hyalite Reservoir or enjoy Yellowstone Park’s water features from one of those giant tour buses, which is about as much fun as can be fomented at one time.

Problem with tourists coming to Bozeman Beach---it can accommodate only about 15 people at a time. Therefore, locals should not really talk about this attraction openly in the cafes and bars.

We have to keep this prize local.

Moving on, a true Montana hidden treasure, very rare experience, off the beaten path……..

HIDDEN STOP # 3---Beaverhead Rock State Park in Madison County, near Twin Bridges

Theresa and I came upon this sparkler while exploring southwest Montana after moving here. We actually drove by this epitome of an unassuming “park” several times while looking at a map and trying to find this feature as presented in the travel brochures. Back and forth, up and down the road several times we meandered along the lonely road. Finally, having exhausted all resources, we stopped at a gravel turnout to observe what appeared to be a bronze rendition of some birds, which turned out to be “Dancing Cranes.” No benches, no trails, no other facilities. Then it hit us—this is the Park, we have arrived! As I tried to contain my excitement at the discovery, we gazed upon the park’s prime

attraction---a gigantic boulder. I am being serious here, stop laughing.

This is a really big rock, supposedly resembling the head of a swimming beaver. It is okay to use some imagination here. The story goes that Sacajawea recognized this landmark while guiding Lewis and Clark around in 1805. She said to them, “See this big rock which resembles a swimming beaver. Many locals and tourists will come by here in the future and not recognize the importance of the beaver to my people. Therefore, we must commission a bronze for the site which depicts some dancing cranes. This will keep the invaders very confused and they will move on to something else, thus preserving this sacred spot.” Or words to that effect.

Anyway, this outcrop had previously been spotted on the Lewis and Clark journey, when they climbed up Pompey’s Pillar near Billings. While Clark was busy carving his name in the sandstone monolith, Lewis stood at the top, pointed westward and said “There is Beaverhead Rock near Dillon. Let’s do lunch there.” This little tidbit is not to be found in your history book, so don’t waste the time looking.

If you are into ornithology, this is a mandatory destination according to the brochures. Could be a misprint.

As we pulled back onto the highway, our senses were overloaded with the thoughts of what we had just experienced. All that beauty, all those birds, all that rock history.

There are other Montana attractions which are explored only by the very adventuresome, or very lost. You just have to go out and find these for yourself.

I am tired of doing all the research for you.

Have a great uncommon experience in Montana this summer. u Jerry Schuster is a “semi-retired” attorney who moved from Wolf Point to Bozeman in 2013. I enjoy reading good books, writing for work and fun, and “things Bozeman”.

Food & Drinks

Cassi Miller, photos Zach Hoffman

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o you remember baking with mom when you were little?

Hands clamped excitedly on the edge of the counter while you struggled to peer over at all the ingredients laid out in order of use according to the recipe. Joyously whipping everything together while mom supervised, often getting more batter on the countertop than in the bowl. With a faint mist of flour in the sunlight, mom would knead and expertly work the dough and somewhere between that and the oven, a flaky, delightful creation would emerge. While it tasted warm and perfect just out of the oven, there was one ingredient that you couldn’t really put your finger on. It was love.

Everything made at home tasted better because mom baked it with love.

That’s the exact experience you will get at Wild Crumb.

This bakery, located on North Wallace, specializes in organic artisan breads and pastries, but also offers an insanely delicious selection of sweets and treats. While you might not be helping with the actual baking process, you will still be peering over their counter in excitement at the wondrous confections, pastries, and baked goods they create each day. It’s that same elation and joy of mom’s creations you will get when you sink your teeth into their lavender lemon shortbread or a huckleberry scone.

It’s the same because it’s baked with love. But, while their menu offers many constant staples, they rotate lots of goodies based on season or simply desire, making every trip there a delightful exploration of food. I sat

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down with Lauren Heemstra, half of the twin-sister duo that powers Wild Crumb, on a sunny Wednesday afternoon to chat about the bakery and Bozeman. It was easy to tell from her smile and her genuine conversation that she was all about loving what she does.

CM: Give me the story of Wild Crumb. How did it come to be?

LH: Well, it started as me and my sister Caroline baking, doing what we loved. We did the farmer’s market thing and found an audience, a market for what we were creating. I got married and my sister and I were looking for something where we could have total creativity with what we were doing. That came from this space.

CM: And where did the name come from?

LH: It’s sort of a double play on words. In the baking world, it plays off the sourdough starter used for making sourdough bread, which is a baking classic. But, it also kind of refers to the wilds of Montana. This is a place where you can walk through the door, grab something to eat, and pack it off on your wild adventure.

That’s what we’ve been working on since, oh, 2013. Gosh, wow, that’s four years. It does not seem that long!

CM: And you guys were also awarded Bozeman’s best & Bozeman’s Choice bakery again this year, right?

LH: Yup, that’s right!

CM: So, what made you want to get into the restaurant business?

LH: Well, I’ve always been super excited about food. All my life it’s been that way. I attended the California Culinary Arts Academy to further my learning and my passion. Then I found myself out in Montana working as a pastry chef up at Big Sky. It seemed like a natural progression then to move to Bozeman and bake here.

CM: Oh yes, that’s a very Bozeman story!

LH: Very Bozeman. Ha!

CM: Speaking of that, what do you love about being a part of Bozeman, both as a member of the community but also owning a restaurant here?

LH: It’s definitely the community.

I just love seeing people come in wearing their Chacos, buying their favorite bread, and heading for the mountains. There’s such a local vibe here. It’s that local crowd that keeps us in business. They are so loyal and so good to us, too. Everyone is very friendly and they always seem to have good things to say. It makes what we do so much more fun. Sometimes, I’ll see people buy their bread, pull it out of the bag, and just bite the end off it right there in line. It’s like they can’t wait. I love seeing that happen!

CM: Really? That’s so great! So, what makes Wild Crumb unique?

LH: We try to do as much by scratch as we absolutely possibly can. We use local ingredients, local produce, that’s really a staple in our recipes. We hope that people really like our vibe. We want to be relaxed, warm, inviting.

Our staff is so sweet, so sweet. And we always have local art hanging on the walls which you can come and check out while you eat. It kind of adds to the whole feel of the place: local supporting local. Plus, we’re all season. We’re cozy and warm in the winter, but we have outdoor seating so you can enjoy the sun and the breeze in the summer time. We try to offer a little something for everyone when it comes to atmosphere.

CM: Yeah, I love the outdoor patio space! Is that part of the experience here? What do you want people to experience?

LH: Well, I want it to be like they are walking into a candy store every time they come here. I hope that they can Oooo and Aaahh at everything we offer. I want them to have really good pastries, really good sandwiches, just really good food. Our goal is really to just make everyone happy.

CM: What would you say is the most popular item you guys serve here?

LH: On the bakery side, our danishes and scones would be our biggest sellers. It doesn’t really depend on flavor because people seem to love them all, but the huckleberry scone is a huge hit of course. We’ve got a pretty good lunch crowd that comes in here, too. I’d have to say the most popular sandwich is the Big Gatz. Our sandwiches are popular for that really active crowd because of the grab and go aspect. Our breads have always been a favorite, too, of course.

CM: Do you guys have any upcoming events of specials?

LH: This month the Emerson Center is hosting a Home & Garden Tour and we’re going to be a stop along the way. We’ll have iced tea and some other treats out for people to enjoy.

That will be happening Friday and Saturday July 28 & 29.

After finishing my conversation with Lauren, I drove away feeling light and happy. It’s so easy to tell that she loves what she does and holds a special regard for Bozeman.

With a person that kind and genuine baking your bread and offering you treats, you know the food is going to be out of this world.

Wild Crumb truly is a unique, local gem that we are lucky to have here in Bozeman. It just takes a quick trip over to their Facebook page to see how much people rave about them. And, you don’t get that kind of

a following with just luck. They are the real deal. They make good food filled with love, breads and pastries that will leave you feeling warm and satisfied. If you’re looking for those treats like mama used to make, look no further than Wild Crumb. q Cassi is a writing instructor and veteran services tutor at MSU and also works for Montana Gift Corral. She loves exploring everything Montana has to offer and spending time with her husky named Flames. She can be reached at: cassijo79@gmail.com

600 North Wallace, Suite 6, Bozeman -- 406-579-3454 www.wildcrumb.com

DRINKS:

Ghost Town Coffee, tea, juice

PRICES:

breads / sandwiches range $4-6 other baked treats $2-4; whole pies and tarts in the $20 range

VIBE:

Saloon, American Pub, Small Town Bar, kids and families welcome

Recreation & Health Asian Grass in Montana:

A Brief History of Bamboo Rods at R.L. Winston Rod Company James Thull

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s many of you already know, Montana’s own, world renowned, legendary R.L. Winston Rod Company recently experienced a devastating fire at its bamboo rodmaking facility in Twin Bridges, Montana. For many companies, a loss like that, especially in a business as competitive, exclusive, and niche-like as bamboo rod building, would spell the end.

But not for Winston. The company has a long history of staying relevant, innovative, and in-demand by building high-quality rods for the discerning angler. And, like a phoenix from the ashes, general manager Jeff Wagner vows the bamboo department will rise again and continue the tradition of building bamboo rods for anglers the world over.

A Brief History: Lew Stoner and Robert Winther [ Photo courtesy of R.L. Winston Rod Co.] The company was started in 1929 by Robert Winther and Lew Stoner in San Francisco, California. The two men had a desire to build high quality fishing rods and soon developed a reputation among anglers for making tough rods that performed well. In the early 1930s, Winther sold his interest in the company to an employee and diehard fly fisherman Red Loskot. About twenty years later, Loskot sold his part of the company to Doug Merrick who, after the passing of Lew Stoner, became the sole proprietor of the business.

Winston had been very successful with its bamboo rod business and its rods had been used repeatedly to break world records in casting. But there was a new player in the game, fiberglass, and Merrick started making fly rods from this new material. The story of how fiberglass rods were invented is unique in its own right, with a Montanan legacy, and deserves a bit of an aside here.

The inventor of fiberglass rods was Dr. Arthur Howald, whose son Reed stepped on one of his bamboo rods as a child and broke it. Arthur, who was the technical director of the Libby-Owens-Ford Glass Co., decided at first to try and repair it with fiberglass, but after getting started on the repair, thought why not make a whole rod out of fiber18 July 2017 BozemanMagazine.com

glass? That is exactly what he did and by doing so gave birth to durable and inexpensive rods that are still used by anglers the world over. Reed still lives in Bozeman and is a retired MSU professor. If you want to hear the whole story check out the MSU Angling Oral History Project where Reed recounts this and

ness. After a couple of years, Glenn and Tom decided to move the operation from San Francisco to Twin Bridges, Montana, where it has remained ever since.

A good part of the reasoning for the move was the access it provided to the clear, cold, beautiful, troutfilled, rivers of the Rocky Mountains. Tom and Glenn continued to refine the art of bamboo rod making, even selecting their own bamboo in Asia, and expanded the Photo courtesy of Glenn Brackett fiberglass and graphite efforts until 1991 when Winston was purchased by David Ondaatje. David continues to keep the bamboo division going and employes some of the best artisans in the business.

Talent Breeds Talent

many tales of angling around Bozeman over the past several decades.

Okay, back to Winston. While Merrick had started the fiberglass rod building at Winston, it was Tom Morgan, who purchased the company in 1973, who really brought it to life. Tom saw a market for the new fiberglass models and, as they took less time and money to create, felt it was a way for the company to remain profitable while allowing it to also continue the tradition of building high-quality bamboo rods. Tom introduced several innovative ideas into the process, which made the rods durable, more responsive, and better received by anglers who had grown up fishing bamboo.

In 1974, Glenn Brackett came on as an employee and later as a partner in the bamboo side of the busi-

One of the coolest things about Winston is the talent they attracted, developed, and often let free to form other fantastic, influential, and quality rod-making companies. Lew Stoner, part-owner and original bamboo craftsman at Winston, was very much responsible for starting this tradition.

Lew built his first bamboo rod in 1894 at the age of 13 and continued making them for the remainder of his life. Until he helped form Winston in 1929, he built them in his basement and started a couple of small and short-lived companies. Lew was a craftsman and developed a loyal customer base because of his attention to detail and intolerance for imperfection in his products. Lew’s fans included the legendary Ted Trueblood and Field and Stream’s fishing editor A.J. McClane who once said his 8 ½ Stoner rod could toss a flatiron over a post office.

In 1957, Lew took on a 15-year old apprentice named Gary Howells. Gary would go on to work for Winston for the next 13 years. In 1969, Gary decided to go out on his own and started Howells Rod Company in 1970. Howells again, like his mentor, developed a loyal customer base by making high quality bamboo rods. Gary became so successful that he was able to limit his rod building to 6-8 months a year and spend the rest of the time traveling the

world fishing.

To show how prized these rods still are today, 20 years after Gary closed his shop, if you wanted one for yourself you’d need to plan on spending upwards of $3,000.

Tom Morgan purchased Winston in 1973, and while focusing the company’s efforts on graphite and fiberglass, never lost sight of the important place bamboo rods hold in the both the history and current state of angling. He states on his website, www.troutrods.com/bamboo.html, Tom Morgan Troutrods - Bamboo Rods “The sweetest trout rods ever made...” Tom “Despite the popularity of fiberglass and graphite as rod-making materials, they haven’t entirely replaced bamboo rods, many of which are still highly prized by anglers not only for their collector’s value but also for their great fishing attributes. How could this be? Perhaps the greatest reason is bamboo rods have been the foundation of our modern fly fishing heritage since the late 1800s.”

Tom sold Winston in 1991 and formed Tom Morgan Rodsmiths. Tom, with his wife Gerri, decided to start the new business because they wanted to focus on building a limited number of superior graphite and bamboo rods that were not limited by cost or materials. Basically, they wanted to build dream rods that were never meant to be mass produced because

of the time, effort, and select materials required to make these unique angling works of art. Tom has won the prestigious Bellinger Award for his contributions to bamboo rod-making and also invented the Morgan Bamboo Hand Mill, which as he states, “allows a beginner rod-maker to plane a strip as perfectly as a master.”

While still at Winston, Tom hired Glenn Brackett, who later became a partner in the business.

Glenn grew up in San Francisco and had fond memories of the Winston shop from his youth. He was also an avid angler who brought that perspective with him to the business. Glenn stayed with Winston until 2005 when he and co-worker Jerry Kustich went out on their own to open Sweetgrass Rods based in Twin Bridges and Butte, Montana. Glenn is a master craftsman who has over 4 decades of experience making the finest bamboo rods known to man. In addition, he is one of the most warm, kind, and generous individuals you could ever hope to meet. Glenn personally knew and learned the craft from Lew Stoner, Doug Merrick, Gary Howells, and Tom Morgan and strives to carry on the tradition of building high quality bamboo rods that capture the history, elegance, and strength of fly fishing in every cast. When River Monsters host Jeremy Wade was in Montana this past spring, it was on a Sweetgrass bamboo rod that he landed his first Montana Brown Trout.

After Glenn heard about the fire at the Winston shop, he was simply devastated at the loss of history that went up in those flames. He sent me the picture below of the last day that he, Tom, and the rest of the crew were at the old shop together.

When Winston’s shop, his competitor, burned, Glenn offered the Winston crew the use of his shop in Twin Bridges until they can rebuild, instead of reveling in the loss of competition.

A Final Note

When Lew Stoner and Robert Winther created Winston in 1929 by combining their two names, they could not have guessed that they would be creating a company that would remain a cornerstone of the angling industry for nearly nine decades. As Ed Engle states in his book Splitting Cane, “Fly Fishers recognize the name Winston. Some words are just synonymous with the sport. Winston fly rods are the rods with history--the rods that have been around forever.”

James Thull is the Special Collections Librarian at MSU Bozeman. He is an avid angler who has fished across the US and abroad in Zambia, Ireland, Hungary, India, Nepal, Philippines, Palau, Nepal and Thailand. He can be reached at jjthull@montan.edu or 406-994-5305.

Recreation & Health

Scott Moses

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Attractions Not To Miss

t a national park that spans close to 3,500 square miles with land in three different states, there are bound to be plenty of attractions to keep one busy. Yellowstone National Park is one of the most well-known and appreciated national parks our country has to offer.

Founded in 1872, it is also one of the oldest parks.

A mystical landscape of wild bison, huge rivers, towering peaks, and explosive geothermal activity at every turn, Yellowstone is truly a place of wonder that everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime.

Unfortunately, many people who visit Yellowstone only stick to the well maintained and most easily accessible tourist attractions, never daring to go into the huge wilderness area that extends into the Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho wilderness. Almost everyone who goes to Yellowstone will at some time make it to see the Old Faithful geyser erupt. However, where you go to see the eruption of scalding hot, sulfur liquid can make all the difference. In this short article, we offer information on ten attractions at Yellowstone that you simply cannot miss as well as information on how to best enjoy some of the most iconic places Yellowstone has to offer.

Get a Private Showing of Old Faithful Geyser

People from all over the world come to see Old Faithful Geyser, Yellowstone´s most famous geothermal object, erupt every 90 minutes on the clock. It is unquestionably mind boggling how a certain geyser can maintain such punctuality over decades, and it is well worth your time to visit. The park authorities at Yellowstone recently built grandstands (bleacher seating) around the Old Faithful Geyser to allow more people to crowd in to the viewing area every 90 minutes.

If you don´t want to have to deal with the crowds or miss seeing the geyser erupt because you were unlucky enough to get a backseat behind some 6 foot, 6-inch guy, consider taking a walk to the backside of the geyser along the boardwalk. You can hang your feet over the boardwalk and enjoy a private showing of Old Faithful.

The Grand Prismatic Hot Spring

While Old Faithful is the most popular geothermal wonder in Yellowstone, there are literally thousands of other bubbling, sulfur-smelling portals into the underworld scattered throughout the park. The Grand Prismatic Hot Spring is the world´s third largest hot spring and has dazzling turquoise color that will make you feel like you´re in the Caribbean Sea and not in the middle of Wyoming. A short hike around the spring will allow you to stare into its near boiling water as you enjoy the beauty that bubbles up from beneath your feet.

Hike Up Mount Washburn

Arguably the most famous peak in Yellowstone, Mount Washburn allows people of all ages to get to the top of one of the highest peaks in the area in order to enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. There are two different trails that converge at the top of the mountain, and both hikes, though they do take you to an elevation well over 10,000 feet, are moderate climbs that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

It´s best to leave early in the morning (the earlier the better) to avoid some of the crowds along the path. The less noise you make, the better the chance you´ll have of spotting some of Yellowstone´s wildlife such as bears and mountain goats.

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Watch Your Step Through Norris Geyser Basin

The Norris Geyser Basin located in Yellowstone National Park is one of the most geothermically active places in the world with hundreds of geothermal features crowded into a few square miles. When walking through this landscape of spewing geysers, stinking mud pots, and brilliant hot springs, you´ll feel like you´ve been transported to the surface of another planet.

The Steamboat Geyser, located in the basin, is the world´s tallest geyser and can shoot water upwards of 400 feet in the air. Unlike it´s more punctual cousin Old Faithful, the Steamboat Geyser is unpredictable, so plan to spend several hours at the Norris Geyser Basin to increase your chances of seeing it erupt. Here’s a quick history of Steamboat Geyser that you should check out.

(I’m not seeing the history).

Mammoth Hot Springs

Imagine a place where you could watch steaming water gush down terraced rocks that have been naturally painted brilliant reds, pinks and yellows through the constant activity of the geothermal water running over them. Mammoth Hot Springs might not offer good swimming, but the view of the hot springs “waterfall” cascading over the brightly colored rocks is well worth your time.

The area is also one of the best places to get close up views of the elk roaming through the park.

Lamar Valley

When planning your trip to Yellowstone, you´ve probably come across a few pictures of bison standing proudly over a steaming river. Lamar Valley is the place for those types of Instagram shots. Often referred to as the American Serengeti, this valley is a hotspot for wildlife activity and with a little patience, you have a pretty good shot at spotting buffalo herds, elk, bear, and even wolves.

Yellowstone Lake

The National Park is also home to largest high-altitude mountain lake in the continental United States. Yellowstone Lake is a massive body of water with snowcapped peaks surrounding it in the distance. After several days of hiking and exploring the other wonders of Yellowstone, relaxing at Yellowstone Lake is a great way to wind down. Lake Village and its massive hotel make for a great place to pamper yourself after a long couple of days on the trail.

Walk to the Bottom of Tower Fall

While most visitors only visit the Upper and Lower Falls that fall in the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, the Tower Fall, located in the northern part of the park, is equally impressive and offers an opportunity for a close-up view. Once you get to the 132-foot high waterfall, you can opt for a short (but extremely steep) hike down to the bottom of the falls. If you are really brave, consider visiting Yellowstone in the winter time and take appropriate snowshoes to hike down to the bottom of Tower Fall where you´ll find a massive waterfall frozen in time as the entire fall is encased in ice.

The Wonders of Yellowstone

These are only a few of the many things that Yellowstone has to offer. With thousands of miles of hiking trails crisscrossing the park and a virtually infinite wilderness backcountry beckoning you to explore, you could easily spend months at the park and not even see the tip of the iceberg. Check out Live Once Live Wild for more Yellow Stone Information. It is a blog that has great information on all that the park has to offer. c Scott is always exploring new ways to escape his home office and venture into the wilderness. Check out his adventures at LiveOnceLiveWild.com

Grand Canyon of Yellowstone Overlook

There are few places at Yellowstone National Park that offer a more spectacular view than at the overlook of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Two towering waterfalls (the upper falls and the lower falls) fall gracefully and powerfully down the sheer cliffs, giving testament to the power of the water that patiently and gradually carved out the massive canyon.

Hike the Hayden Valley Trail

For people who enjoy longer hikes, there is no better way to get the full Yellowstone experience than by hiking the Hayden Valley Trail. Since this valley is so centrally located, thousands of tourists come here to search for wildlife roaming the valley. The vast majority of visitors, however, stick to the roads and never get into the backcountry.

The Hayden Valley Trail takes you from Yellowstone Lake to the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. Most of the trail takes you alongside Yellowstone River which makes this a great place to spot huge herds of buffalo and other wildlife.

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Montana Music

Bridger Brewing

Summer Concert Series

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orn in Johannesburg, South Africa, and calling Colorado home, Gregory Alan Isakov has been traveling all his life. Songs that hone a masterful quality tell a story of miles and landscapes, and the search for a sense of place. His song-craft lends to deep lyrical masterpieces, with hints of his influences, Leonard Cohen and Bruce Springsteen.

He has been described as “strong, subtle, a lyrical genius.” Isakov has recently released an album of his songs played in collaboration with the Colorado Symphony.

“The past isn’t finished with us yet. Love can be like that, too. A couple of years ago I found love in different forms leaving my life at once. In a single month I lost my closest group of friends, my 13 year relationship ended, and my dad was diagnosed with cancer. I had just stopped touring to write the next Blind Pilot album, but instead I was watching each of my plans unthread as a new season pulled forward relentlessly.

Avoiding suffering, is avoiding real happiness too. My reason to tell this story isn’t because it broke me and pinned me breathless. There was suffering, but those two years, as I moved to my hometown to help my parents through my dad’s sickness and eventually his death, also brought me true closeness, a deeper will to care and hope, and many moments of beauty I can barely describe.

This album came from love for my family, my town, my friends, my community. We don’t have to be so afraid of loss. We can speak and share its name, knowing we are together in it. If these songs are invitations to talk about loss and death, the invitation is to talk closely of the courage we find when we face loss honestly, cracked open and unsure of what we will become.”

-Blind Pilot’s Israel Nebeker Blind Pilot’s ‘And Then Like Lions’ on ATO Records is the third LP from the Portland, Oregon-based sextet consisting of frontman Israel Nebeker, fellow

founding member Ryan Dobrowski, Luke Ydstie, Kati Claborn, Ian Krist and Dave Jorgensen. The album was produced by Israel Nebeker and Tucker Martine (The Decemberists, Neko Case, My Morning Jacket), and was written and composed by Nebeker. It comes five years after the band’s well-received ‘We Are the Tide’ and three years after Nebeker thought he’d be starting the songs that would become the band’s third album.

‘And Then Like Lions’ opens with “Umpqua Rushing,” the first single from the album and the track that most directly deals with the end of his relationship. It’s inspired by memories of visiting the Umpqua River with his then girlfriend. The song connects images of a forest fire to the destruction and new beginning found in love’s wake.

“Umpqua Rushing” has a strong, mid-tempo flow built on major chords and rich instrumentation that matches the river the song’s named for. Nebeker’s voice soars on strings to an uplifting ending, and it’s as vulnerable and open as he’s ever been.

Packed Powder is an upbeat, solidly-driven song filled with elevated textures of guitar hooks and trumpets. It comes from an idea Nebeker had as a teenager, when he and his friends found they could repack fireworks to different outcomes: “We’re all made of the same stuff, but who knows how we’re packed and what we’ll show as we burn across the black sky of our own time?” The song speaks lightheartedly of ironic outcomes when trying to better a life through different career paths, and then sings a chorus that surrenders and desires life to reveal what we are made of.

‘And Then Like Lions’ ends triumphantly on “Like Lions,” a song inspired by various stories of courage Nebeker has witnessed in his recent years, including watching his father fight for life and, before the end, find strength enough to give himself and be at peace with his own mortality.

These acts will be on the mobile stage, outside at Bridger Brewing, Wed, Aug. 9th. More information is available at www.chickenjamwest.com, or by visiting Bridger Brewing on S. 11th St. in Bozeman f

Montana Music

MORE THAN JUST TATER PIGS Pat Hill & Grant Gilmore, photos: Pat Hill

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he first weekend in August brings some big fun in Bozeman, as the 40th Annual Sweet Pea Festival and the 7th annual SLAM Festival coincide in two of the city’s favorite parks.

Both of these Bozeman festivals celebrate the arts, featuring artists from painters to sculptors, dance performers to musicians, and culinary artists as well as brewers and distillers. While the Sweet Pea Festival in Lindley Park features national as well as regional and local talent, the SLAM Festival in nearby Bogert Park keeps the focus on supporting local artists and musicians (hence the SLAM acronym).

The preceding week is also lots of fun in downtown Bozeman, beginning with Tuesday’s (Aug 1) Chalk on the Walk fun, when the public gets to leave a bit of their own chalk art on downtown sidewalks. Wednesday evening (Aug. 2) brings the ever-popular Bite of Bozeman to the streets downtown, which will remain free of automobile traffic until sundown that night. Live music will also be on tap outdoors during the Bite of Bozeman, and on Thursday night, Music on Main is on the menu downtown.

The SLAM Festival takes place on Aug. 5 and 6. This event is free to the public. The Sweet Pea Festival, taking place Aug. 4-6, does require admission, and advance purchase of 3-day wristbands is the ideal way to save some cash ($20 for adults, $10 for kids); same-day purchase of wristbands is $30 Friday, $25 Saturday, and $15 Sunday (for kids, $15 Friday, $10 Saturday, $5 Sunday).

Kicking off yet another amazing line up for Sweet Pea’s Festival of the Arts at 6 pm on Friday August 4th will be none other than Congo Sanchez. Hailing from the streets of Washington D.C., this highly talented three-piece have stretched their arms across the country bringing their wild mix of upbeat vocal stylings, insane percussion and dub grooves to the masses. At a Congo Sanchez show, you experience a positive energy of love and togetherness, all the while laying down infectious beats that are impossible not to dance with. Congo’s time as the drummer for Thievery Corporation clearly has had an effect on his ear as he continues to explore down-tempo, world, reggae, and hiphop to create a conscious message and authentic lyrical approach and superb listening experience for their rabid fan base.

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other than the sweet funk of The Motet. Their latest album Totem was produced by Lettuce and Soulive guitarist Eric Krasno. Each song is steeped in the signature style that slaps you in the face with sounds that are fresh and unique. Singer Lyle Divinsky fans the flames with his sinfully soulful voice and rich lyrics. Their brilliance lies not in mimicking bands of the past, but rather creating new authentic sounds in a language from the past. No matter how you choose to express funk, you can’t fake it and you sure as hell can’t play it if you don’t know where to find it. With sell out shows from coast to coast at such venues as Red Rock’s, Brooklyn Bowl, Chicago’s Park West, The Independent in San Francisco, Tipitina’s in New Orleans, and Portland’s Crystal Ballroom, it is evident the masses are loving one of the best funk acts out there. A favorite along the festival circuit, The Motet has performed at Electric Forest, Summer Camp, All Good Music Festival, High Sierra Music Festival, Bonnoroo, and now Sweet Pea Festival.

This is the night to throw caution to the wind and

get down with your funky bad self.

After the parade downtown on Saturday morning, the music resumes in Lindley Park at noon with Colter Wall, a “prairie-born” songwriter from Saskatchewan, Canada whose baritone voice and sparse, beautiful tunes are making him a known entity among his peers and industry professionals on the country side of music. Wall is followed up at 1:30 pm by roots musician Charlie Parr, whose heartfelt and plaintive original folk blues and traditional spirituals will take you back to a time before smartphones and Facebook. Parsonsfield takes the stage at 3 pm with their rowdy live performance The Bluegrass Situation calls “fun and frenzy,” and No Depression says “gives you rich five-part harmonies one minute, sounds like bluegrass on steroids the next, and unbearably cool and raucous Celtic rhythms.”

Parsonsfield, who take the stage at 3 pm, draws their name from the rural Maine town that’s home to the Great North Sound Society, the farmhouse-turned-recording-studio of Josh Ritters’

producer Sam Kassirer. It was there they cut their outstanding debut, ‘Poor Old Shine,’ which established them as a force to be reckoned with. The New York Times hailed the band as “boisterously youthful yet deftly sentimental,” while Folk Alley dubbed their songs “the most jubilant and danceable indie roots music this side of the Carolinas.”

Their rowdy live performances only upped the ante with No Depression raving that they’ll “give you rich five-part harmonies one minute, sound like bluegrass on steroids the next, and then rock you over the head with unbearably cool and raucous rhythms.” With music this thrilling, smiles and laughter will permeate the lawn.

Hailing from Charleston, SUSTO is the brainchild of Justin Osborne. A musician since childhood, a jaded Justin took his talents to Cuba at age 26 to explore different lifestyles and music genres which would ultimately define his future in music. The bands recent album finds them taking the spacey country rock of their younger years into the stratosphere, piling on layers of sighing keyboards, galloping rhythms and frayed, noisy guitar solos atop wistful melodies and lyrics that examine growing up and growing into yourself. It would be easy to make comparisons to Wilco and The Lumineers (who they toured with recently) but this band has created their own sound exploring vast genres and emotions. Susto has the passionate drive to blast their sound across the American landscape for years to come.

Moon Taxi, the five-piece rock band hailing from Nashville, headlines the hardest rocking Saturday night Sweet Pea has ever seen. With over 10 years of touring and song writing under their belts, Moon Taxi continues their ascent as one of the best live touring acts around. These guys

push the boundaries for music lovers of blue collar Rock, Phish-esque jams, Latin, Prog Rock, Hip-Hop, and even Electronica. Not just a phenomenal live show, they also consistently release incredible albums such as Cabaret, Mountains Beaches Cities, Daybreaker and a widely anticipated album this summer. They have appeared on Late Shows with David Letterman, Seth Meyers, and Conan. Their music has been featured in multiple commercials and TV placements including BMW, Nashville (TV Series), MLB, NFL, and HBO Sports to name a few.

A festival favorite, the band has performed at Bonnaroo, Coachella, Governor’s Ball, Hangout Festival, Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits, Outside Lands and more. Daybreaker was recorded at Blackbird Studios in Nashville and produced by Jacquire King of Kings of Leon and Modest Mouse fame. Having shared the stage with acts as diverse as Gov’t Mule, Umphrey’s McGee, Alabama Shakes and many more along the Festival Circuit, Moon Taxi has solidified their place among a fan base as varied as their music.

On Sunday, Mimosas and breakfast munchies will be served at 9 am for a beautiful way to kick off the final day of Sweet Pea. Music resumes with The Harmaleighs at 11:00 am, along with a live broadcast of The Acoustic Brunch hosted by Elle Fine of Moose Radio. The Harmaleighs craft poetic, passionate, and powerful songs cut from a pastiche of indie, folk, pop and Americana. Haley Grant (lead vocals, guitar) and Kaylee Jasperson (bass, harmonies) should bring the Sunday morning crowd out of their lethargy with ease. They are followed by singer-songwriters Red Shahan of Texas, and Laura Gibson of Oregon.

Next up at Noon on Sunday, is Texas singersongwriter Red Shahan. His debut album, Men &

Coyotes works its way through the world of worn out cowboys, hard-working Americans, agonized loners, broken men, scorned lovers, and the ever searching songwriter. Though he morphs in and out of these characters, there’s no doubt there’s a bit of Shahan nestled within the soul of each.

The desperation in Shahan’s voice is a struggle of a songwriter fracturing the wall between him and the listener. Desolate lines pop up before you in vivid color, gut-wrenching chords pierce you in unsettling ways, while textured guitars and sharp drums create a landscape in which Shahan’s lyrics are able to take shape and form.

Laura Gibson is an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who began her music career in Portland. She and her band take the stage at 1:30 pm and this will be a set not to be missed. Her debut album, If You Come to Greet Me, was recorded with The Decemberists’s drummer Rachel Blumberg who also collaborated on her second album Beasts of Seasons. Gibson performed at South by Southwest in 2007, and in 2008 kicked off NPR’s first-ever Tiny Desk Concert.

The Tiny Desk series has become one of NPR’s most popular features and has since hosted such diverse acts as alt-J, T-Pain, Adele, Drive by Truckers, and Jose Gonzalez.

Cloud Cult finishes up this incredible weekend of diverse and powerful music at 3 pm on Sunday. They have received accolades from MTV, Entertainment Weekly and Rolling Stone who attempt to describe their unique sound as, “The instrumental arsenal of the Arcade Fire mixed with the gentle electronic throb of the Postal Service.”

The New York Times states the band is “A sprawling kaleidoscopic invocation of the life force with songs that veer from jubilation to simmering prayerful meditation.” Over nearly two decades of existence several albums have topped the college radio charts but in late 2016 they produced possibly their greatest work yet called The Seeker.

This album became the soundtrack to a film of the same name and has won numerous awards on the film festival circuit. We all will have a chance to see this amazing piece of cinematography at The Ellen Theater immediately after The Bite of Bozeman on Thursday August 3rd at 8:30 pm and is free to the public. This is a band that embodies hushed beauty while never straying from the intensity that has made them an Indie Rock force for the ages.

Be sure to catch the fun in Bozeman the first week of August during Sweet Pea week, and enjoy all that the Sweet Pea Festival, the SLAM Festival, and the city of Bozeman have to offer for your enjoyment. More information on these events can be found at sweetpeafestival.org or slamfestivals.org s Pat Hill is a freelance writer from Bozeman. He loves summer music festivals.

Grant Gilmore is the former owner of Compound Productions in Bozeman, and is the Sweet Pea Festival’s music chairperson.

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Sixty-Eight Years of Play

The Virginia City Players Kate McGunagle

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or many, summer is the time of wandering, be it out of state or within. Living in Montana, it can be easy to forget that wandering down the road for a mere spell can bring us to the heart of history and adventure.

Virginia City is one such place. This epicenter of Montana history is home to over a million western artifacts, surpassing other reputable collections such as those in Virginia state. It is also home to a tradition of performance that has been ongoing for sixty-eight years.

For 106 days each summer, the Virginia City Players bring melodrama, thrill, and comedy to audiences at the Virginia City Opera House, a structure that began as a stone livery stable in 1864. This building saw the rise of the automobile and closed its stable doors only to reopen a few decades later when purchased by an enterprising Charles Bovey.

Bovey had been recently caught up in restoration of the historic main street of Virginia City and transformed the stone barn into a performance space, complete with a wooden floor for square dancing. In the summer of 1948, that season’s Miners Convention had its own supply of authentic summer entertainment in the form of a hastily written four-hour melodrama titled “Clem, The Miner’s Daughter.” The Virginia City Players were born. Today, they are the oldest summer performance company this side of the Mississippi.

Since 1948, the Virginia City Opera House has evolved architecturally under the feet of hundreds of actors, musicians, and singers. Originally built in the style of a nineteenth century theatre, the House eventually acquired a pit and stage and, in recent years, a heating and cooling system and concession stand. Visitors will still feel that they are stepping back in time despite the latter additions.

Bill Koch, the present artistic director of the Virginia City Opera House, had his first taste of the 26 July 2017 BozemanMagazine.com

Players following graduation from Montana State University. Hired initially as a summer company manger, he was hired in 1988 as director by the original owners, Charlie and Sue Bovey. Once the Boveys passed on, however, the Opera House fell out of proper restoration and Koch wandered over to Livingston to start his own theatre there.

In 2009, when the Players were celebrating their sixtieth year in operation, Koch decided to come by Virginia City for a show.

“I vowed to stay only one night,” he said.

“But I ended up staying for five days. I was hooked.”

Koch comes from several generations of

Montana natives. His great uncle owned the famed Anaconda Hotel, and his paternal family members lived and died in Ennis.

“There’s something about the area that is simply infectious,” Koch noted.

“I learned from the original Virginia City Players, and I wanted to honor them by coming back. I have an obligation to the citizens of Montana and Virginia City to keep [the tradition] alive.”

When Koch returned in 2009, he found the Opera House in a state of disrepair. Original historic photos that once hung on all of the House’s walls had vanished. At that time, a lot of summer camps passed through and the Players were losing their sense of known history and tradition. Koch righted this quickly and fought to get the Opera House back, buoyed by his love for the structure itself.

“She’s 116 years old,” he said. “She’s a living, breathing thing. Other performance groups and people try to copy her style, but they fall flat. They just don’t know how to do it like we do.”

Koch’s wife works at the Virginia City Library, which is home to one of the largest historic archives in the state. Together, the couple spearheaded efforts to restore the Opera House to its proper form—including printing and hanging a photograph gallery—and bring the Virginia City Players back to their original platform. This will mark Koch’s fifteenth season as a Virginia City Player, and fifth year of living in Virginia City on peaceful wooded acreage.

“There’s a hometown feeling to Virginia City that you can’t find elsewhere, like in Livingston or Bozeman,” Koch said. “About a hundred and fifty people live here year round. We help each other out. The creative juices really get to flow out here.”

The Virginia City Players compose a company of typically fifteen members, many of whom have been performing during the summers for repeated seasons. Sometimes, Koch only has to hire one or two new performers to complete the company. His goal is to hire the best performers in the area, and sometimes the Opera House acquires new ensemble members from auditions held in Missoula. The company members hail from Montana, California, New York, and beyond, although most members call the Treasure State home.

And, Koch emphasized, all of them are at least twenty-one—it is Virginia City, after all.

Audience members and actors become veterans alike.

“We have a regular fan base,” Koch said, laughing. “People just love it.”

So what can a typical audience member expect during an evening at the Opera House? Just about anything. The Opera House is family-owned and family-oriented, although the season’s program follows its own genres of a classic thriller (Dracula, say, or Frankenstein), a comedy or western, and a murder mystery. Because melodrama was extremely popular in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, the Players hold true to this tradition in their performances. Each two-hour show comes replete with a vaudeville act, a variety show of sorts that is new with every single performance. Ensemble members may present a parody of sorts—“In one, I come in dressed as a moose!”

Koch said—a classic old ballad, or an improvised sketch. Audience members come away entertained and enlivened.

The 2017 season has already begun, and as the summer season accelerates, performances will draw more and more audience members of all ages.

“Everyone here loves it,” Koch emphasized. “And the thing is, even people living close by in Bozeman or Missoula don’t know about Virginia City.

It’s important to get people down here to learn about Montana history, to step back in time, and have a fun time doing so.”

The Virginia City Players will be proudly presenting Robin Hood through August 6th, followed by Murder Before Tea from August 8th– September 3rd. The Players inaugurated their sixty-eighth season with Sweeney Todd.

For ticket information, call the Box Office at 1-800-829-2969, ext.2 or visit the Opera House website at www.virginiacityplayers.com U Katie McGunagle is a Montana native, avid Shakespearean, and recent graduate of Boston University’s M.F.A. program in Creative Writing. She can be reached at kathleenannemcgunagle@gmail.com

Bozeman Real Estate

Bozeman Real Estate Market Report Tim Ford – Real Estate Broker

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y now almost everyone has heard, Bozeman’s Real Estate market is continuing its strength. The shortage of inventory has left many buyers frustrated and often in multiple offer situations. In a multiple offer situation, cash is usually king. As I have done in years past, I thought it prudent to compare the percentage of cash sales over the years.

Comparing this year to last, overall sales numbers are actually fairly similar, with 347 homes sold in the first 5 months this year compared to 377 homes last year. The median sold price edged up from $370,900 for the first 5 months in 2016 to $390,000 for the same time period this year.

Looking at cash only transactions, for sales of single family homes in all of Bozeman between January 1st and June 1st of 2016; 90 out of the 377 of homes sold were purchased with cash. That is approximately 23.9% of the sales. This nudged down slightly this year to 74 out of 347 sales, or 21.3%. Even though it edges slightly up and down over the years, the percentage of sales is actually fairly consistent. In 2015, 85 of the 371 sales during the first 5 months were cash, or 22.9%. In 2014, it was 70 of the 318 sales, or 22%. In 2013, 61 of the 276 sales, or 22.1% were cash, and in 2012, 45 of 237 were cash, or 18.9%.

Buyers that don’t have cash that end up in multiple offer situations can still try to be competitive. At the end of the day, most people still prefer more money in their pocket, so there’s a good chance that a higher offer with financing could beat out a lower offer with cash, but not always. Buyers can also do their best to make their offer as attractive as possible by closely analyzing their contingencies and all the terms of their offer. While it can certainly be risky, some buyers are choosing to forgo inspections as an attempt to make their offer more competitive.

As usual, I have included data for the number of single family homes sold during the first five months of 2017. In addition to the 347 single family homes sold during this time period, another 218 homes are currently pending, or under contract, as of the date of writing this article.

The included data reflects sales of homes in the greater Bozeman area, including Four Corners, Gallatin Gateway, Bridger Canyon, and Bozeman city limits. The data includes home sales reported through the local Southwest Montana MLS, and does not include private party sales, Condominiums, or Townhouses. b Tim Ford is a Realtor® with Bozeman Broker Group in Bozeman Montana. He can be contacted at 406-209-1214.

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ontana artist Kara Tripp traded-in her brushes for a palette knife and hasn’t looked back! Her palette knife technique adds a contemporary twist to traditional subjects, including local wildlife and landscapes.

Her work is recognizable by the unique markings created in the oil paint, often resembling a mosaic or collage when viewed up-close.

In 2014, Kara was chosen as the Sweet Pea poster artist, and has won Best in Show at the Sweet Pea art show for 2013, ’14, and ’15.

Kara is the owner and artist at TRIPP Studio gallery in the Emerson Cultural Center in Bozeman, MT. See more of Kara’s work at www.KaraTrippArtist.com or on Instagram @karaTrippArtist.

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EVENTS CALENDAR Saturday, Jul. 1 Scott Enduro Cup Mountain Bike Race

7am-5pm ^ , ^ $165 ^ All Ages ^ endurocupmtb.com As part of the Ride Sun Valley Bike Festival, this two-day enduro race will be the highlight of the four-day festival filled with live music, races, clinics, demos and beer.

Gallatin Valley Farmers Market 9am

^ Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Everything sold at the market is homemade or homegrown.

Ride Sun Valley 9am-8pm ^ Sun Valley, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ ridesunvalley.com The 4 day festival is host to endurance and skill based events centralized around all things cycling. Live music, bike clinics, demos, shuttle rides and the SCOTT Enduro Race!

Gallatin River Fly Fishing Festival noon4pm ^ Big Sky Town Center, Ousel Falls Road, Big Sky ^ Celebrating fly fishing and conservation of the Gallatin River.

Saturday Golf Clinics (Open to All) noon

^ Big Sky Golf Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $20/session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com A great opportunity to improve your golf game!

Harvest Fusion Festival 3-11pm ^ Amster-

dam Road, ^ $45 GA (purchased at Cactus Records) ^ Live music festival featuring Pinky and the Floyd and more!

Bridge NOW! Trade & Life School Art & Social/Networking Events 7-9pm ^ Bridge

NOW! Trade & Life School, ^ Starting from $25 creativity workhop, Free tour to see Bridge NOW! Art & Exploration Garden ^ 406-600-7237 ^ www.facebook.com Helping & serving the community with affordable creativity workshops. A place to meet new friends, network & learn.

Neil Filo Beddow 7pm ^ Norris Hot

Springs, Rr 84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www.norrishotsprings.com Live original folk and rock music.

Gallatin Grass Project 7pm ^ Pine Creek

Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ FREE ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Film: Wakefield 7:30pm ^ The Ellen The-

atre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ $8.75 ^ Rated R ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com Bryan Cranston & Jennifer Garner star in this provocative look at what it means to walk away from it all.

Don’t Close Your Eyes: Live Radio Theatre

8-9pm ^ Verge Theater, 2304 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman ^ $12 General Admission; $10 for Students, Seniors, and Military ^ All Ages ^ (406) 587-0737 ^ vergetheater. com DCYE presents a brand-new, one-hour play each week in the style of old-time radio with live performers, musicians, and all-analog sound effects!

Jelly Roll 8pm ^ Zebra Cocktail Lounge,

321 E Main St, Bozeman ^ $11 (early bird) ^ 21+ ^ (406) 585-8851 ^ www.zebracocktaillounge.com Live music.

Depot Center Festival of the Arts 10am-

6pm ^ Depot Rotary Park (adjacent to the Depot Center), ^ This popular annual juried event, now in its 30th year, is open to original artists and craftspeople in all media.

Fresh Life Church 11am-12:30pm ^ Em-

erson’s Crawford Theatre, 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www. theemerson.org Church service every Sunday.

Harvest Fusion Festival 3-11pm ^ Amster-

dam Road, ^ $45 GA (purchased at Cactus Records) ^ Live music festival featuring Pinky and the Floyd and more!

Bingo Night 6-8pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ (406) 2223628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Bingo night at Pine Creek Lodge! Every Sunday. $5 per card. Cash and other prizes.

Shelly Besler & Tony Polecastro 6pm ^

Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ FREE ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Hooked on the Gallatin Banquet 6pm ^

Gallatin Riverhouse Grill, 45130 Gallatin Rd, Big Sky ^ $75 ^ (406) 995-7427 ^ gallatinriverhousegrill.com Part of the Gallatin River Fly Fishing Festival, July 1-2 all day.

Bridger Mountain Big Band 7-9:30pm ^

Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ no cover ^ (406) 587-9996 Live music each Sunday.

The Diamonds 7-10pm ^ Bozeman Hot

Monday, Jul. 3 Badminton 9-11am ^ Hope Lutheran

Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman ^ $5 Bozeman Resident ^ 55+ ^ An Active Aging Program.

Depot Center Festival of the Arts 10am-

6pm ^ Depot Rotary Park (adjacent to the Depot Center), ^ This popular annual juried event, now in its 30th year, is open to original artists and craftspeople in all media.

Mobile Monday 11am-2pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Enjoy lunch while you soak up some fresh air on the Emerson’s lawn!

Pints with Purpose 5-8pm ^ Bridger Brewing, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman ^ All ages ^ (406) 587-2124 ^ www.bridgerbrewing. com Every Monday night Bridger Brewing donates $1 from every pint sold to a non-profit or charity.

Check our website (bridgerbrewing.com) for details.

Bozeman Writers’ Group 6-8pm ^ Boze-

man Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ 406-570-7752 ^ www. bozemanlibrary.org The group welcomes all levels of writers, and encourages the free exchange of ideas among writers in the Board Room on the second floor.

Livingston Roundup Rodeo 8pm ^ Park

County Fairgrounds, 46 View Vista Dr, Livingston ^ The Livingston Roundup is one of the premier rodeos over the July 4th holiday.

Denny & The Resonators 8pm ^ The Mur-

20 Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www.chicohotsprings.com Live music.

Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners ^ Pool Admission ^ All Ages ^ (406) 586-6492 ^ www.bozemanhotsprings.co Kenny and Colette blessed with the love for music their paths crossed while on different musical projects in Seattle Washington.

One Leaf Clover 9pm ^ The Murray Bar,

Mathias 7pm ^ Norris Hot Springs, Rr

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

W Main St, Bozeman ^ (406) 586-1212 ^ wildjoescoffee.com Live music.

Sugar Daddies 9pm ^ Sacajawea Hotel, 5

Christopher Paul Stelling 7pm ^ The Fill-

Tuesday, Jul. 4

Christy Hays 6pm ^ , ^ Live desert country

Sunday, Jul. 2

Junior Golf Clinic 3-4pm ^ Big Sky Golf

Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $15 per session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort. com Learn how to improve various aspects of your golf game.

Matt Ridgeway Trio 6pm ^ , ^ Live classic and latin jazz.

BUHU 6-8pm ^ Wild Joe’s Coffee House, 18

music.

Tucker Down 9pm ^ Chico Hot Springs,

201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

N Main St, Three Forks ^ Live music.

Scott Enduro Cup Mountain Bike Race

7am-5pm ^ , ^ $165 ^ All Ages ^ endurocupmtb.com As part of the Ride Sun Valley Bike Festival, this two-day enduro race will be the highlight of the four-day festival filled with live music, races, clinics, demos and beer.

Ride Sun Valley 9am-8pm ^ Sun Valley, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ ridesunvalley.com The 4 day festival is host to endurance and skill based events centralized around all things cycling. Live music, bike clinics, demos, shuttle rides and the SCOTT Enduro Race!

84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www.norrishotsprings.com Live acoustic rock music.

ing Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ $7 ^ (406) 587-0585 Live music.

Livingston Roundup Rodeo 8pm ^ Park

County Fairgrounds, 46 View Vista Dr, Livingston ^ The Livingston Roundup is one of the premier rodeos over the July 4th holiday.

Swamp Dog 8pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201

ray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

International Bison Conference 8am-9pm ^ Big Sky Resort, 50 Big Sky Resort Road, Big Sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ www.bigskyresort.com An opportunity to learn first-hand about raising, marketing and cooking with bison.

10th Annual Race for Independence 8am

W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

^ Reach Inc. Work Center, 322 Gallatin Park Drive, Bozeman ^ Join us for a 1K, 5K, or 10K run or walk on the trails of north Bozeman.

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

Depot Center Festival of the Arts 10am-

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

5pm ^ Depot Rotary Park (adjacent to the Depot Center), ^ This popular annual juried event, now in its 30th year, is open to original artists and craftspeople in all media.

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

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Don’t Close Your Eyes, Live Radio Theatre www.Vergetheatre.com

1 Million Cups 7:30-8:30am ^ Red Tractor

Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ (406) 359-1999 ^ www.redtractorpizza.com The first Wednesday of each month, the 1MC program offers two local entrepreneurs an opportunity to present their startups to a diverse audience.

Sensational Babies 10-11am ^ Museum

of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Free for members, $5 ^ Birth - 36 months ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Read, talk, sing and play with your baby through sensory awareness activities and explorations designed specifically for newborns, one- and two-year-olds.

Lunch on the Lawn 11:30am-1:30pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Enjoy live music, local food trucks and kids activities.

WSE’s Livingston Farmers Market 4:30-

7:30pm ^ Sacajawea Park Band Shell, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ (406) 222-0730 ^ www. westernsustainabilityexchange.org This destination event will have locally grown produce and meat, baked goods, prepared foods, beer, and arts, crafts, jewelry, and music.

Music & Mussels 5:30pm ^ Bridger Brew-

ing, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-2124 ^ www.bridgerbrewing.com Live music by Ocelot Wizard.

Ladies Golf Clinics 10am-5:30pm ^ Big

Sky Golf Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $20/session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com A great opportunity to improve your golf game!

Firecracker Open 10am ^ Big Sky Golf

Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com Celebrate Independence Day with a fun golf outing.

Ice Cream Social at the Living History Farm 2-4pm ^ Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Enjoy cones of delicious ice cream, live music, historical crafts, and traditional Fourth of July festivities.

Bogert Farmer’s Market 5-8pm ^ Bogert

Park, S. Church Ave., Bozeman ^ www. facebook.com Vendors from around the area bring vegetables, arts, crafts, music, food and much more!

Sublime with Rome 6:30pm ^ Big Sky

Brewing Co, 5417 Trumpeter Way, Missoula ^ $35 ^ (406) 549-2777 ^ bigskybrew.com Live music.

Chord Rustlers Rehearsals 7pm ^ Hope

Lutheran Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman ^ If you are a fellow who loves to sing, join us in singing four-part harmony on Tuesday evenings at 7 pm. www.chordrustlers.org

Music in the Mountains: Fireworks and Funk with The Tiny Band 7pm ^ Big Sky

Town Center, Ousel Falls Road, Big Sky ^ FREE ^ Live music and fireworks!

Livingston Roundup Rodeo 8pm ^ Park

County Fairgrounds, 46 View Vista Dr, Livingston ^ The Livingston Roundup is one of the premier rodeos over the July 4th holiday.

Western Electric 8pm ^ The Murray Bar,

Goat Yoga benefit for Food Bank 5:30-

6:30pm ^ Bogert Park, S. Church Ave., Bozeman ^ $10 suggested donation ^ www.facebook.com All proceeds go towards the Gallatin Valley Food Bank.

Bucks Baseball Game 6pm ^ Legion Field at Heroes Park, ^ vs. Gallatin Valley Outlaws

Liberty Toastmasters 6-7:30pm ^ , ^

201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

4065818306 The only evening Toastmasters International club in Gallatin County, invites you to join us to sharpen your speaking and leadership skills.

Karaoke 9pm ^ Bar IX, 311 E Main St,

Pickin’ in the Parks 6:30-9:30pm ^ The

Bozeman ^ (406) 551-2185 ^ www.bar-ix. com Make your voice heard at Bozeman’s Choice for karaoke every Tuesday from 9-close.

Festival of the Fourth 9pm ^ Gallatin

County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Presented by the Bozeman Symphony and Gallatin Empire Lions Club.

Wednesday, Jul. 5 International Bison Conference 7am-

2:30pm ^ Big Sky Resort, 50 Big Sky Resort Road, Big Sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ www. bigskyresort.com An opportunity to learn first-hand about raising, marketing and cooking with bison.

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

Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman ^ Free ^ all ^ 406-582-2910 ^ www. friendsofthestory.org Pickers, singers, listeners, dancers, on-lookers of all abilities are welcome.

Backcountry Woman Series: Be Bear Aware 6:30pm ^ REI, 2220 Tschache Lane,

Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-1938 ^ www. rei.com A demonstration using inert bear spray canisters will follow.

Bozeman’s Original Pub Trivia 7-9:30pm ^

Pub 317, 321 E Main St Ste 317, Bozeman ^ 21+ ^ (406) 582-8898 ^ www.pub317. com Bring your friends and test your smarts during our Wednesday night trivia. Topics include sports, history, politics, geography, science, animals, and many more.

Trivia Night 7-9pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $5 entry/ team ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Categories change weekly.

Drink and food specials.

Bo DePena 7-10pm ^ Lockhorn Cider

House, 21 South Wallace Avenue, Bozeman ^ (406) 404-1168 ^ lockhornhardcider. com An evening of folk/americana music.

Larry Hirshberg 7pm ^ The Murray Bar,

201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Bozeman Jewish Film Festival: “Welcome” 7pm ^ MSU Procrastinator

Theater, MSU SUB 287, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ www.montana.edu Free screening.

Trivia Night 8pm ^ Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E.

Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-9355 ^ www.rockingrbar.com Trivia followed by a live DJ 10pm- close.

Trivia 8pm ^ The Molly Brown, 703 W.

Babcock, Bozeman ^ (406) 552-7362 Bar tabs for the top 3 teams.

Trivia Night 8pm ^ Midtown Tavern, ^

(406) 404-1404 Grab your friends and head down to Midtown for our Wednesday Night Trivia and WIN PRIZES!

Playing With Fire 9pm ^ Chico Hot

Springs, 20 Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www.chicohotsprings. com Live fire knife dancing.

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Thursday, Jul. 6 International Bison Conference 7am-

8:30pm ^ Big Sky Resort, 50 Big Sky Resort Road, Big Sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ www. bigskyresort.com An opportunity to learn first-hand about raising, marketing and cooking with bison.

Bookmobile Visits 11:15am-noon ^ Haw-

thorne School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will visit Bozeman Elementary Schools this summer.

Toast Masters noon-1:10pm ^ Owenhouse ACE Hardware (Downstairs), ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ The mission of a Toastmaster Club is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and lead.

Bookmobile Visits 12:30-1:15pm ^ Irving

School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will visit elementary schools this summer.

GREATER YELLOWSTONE COMMUNITY

EVENTS CALENDAR Bookmobile Visits 1:30-2:15pm ^ Morning

Chad Okrusch 7pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

Quantum Split 6-8pm ^ Wild Joe’s Coffee

Under the Bleachers 9pm ^ Chico Hot

Bookmobile Visits 2:30-3:15pm ^ Longfel-

Reason & Wonder: Integrating Science and Faith 7:30-9pm ^ Museum of the

The Matchsellers 6-8pm ^ 406 Brew-

Hogan & Moss and the Old Weird America

Star Elementary School, 830 Arnold St, Bozeman, Bozeman ^ (406) 522-6500 ^ ms.bsd7.org Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will visit elementary schools this summer.

low School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

FWP Outdoor Fest 4-8pm ^ FWP Region

3 Headquarters, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ 406994-4042 Kid-friendly event. Lots of fish, wildlife, and parks related activities/display stations. Come meet staff and learn. Hands-on stuff!

Belgrade Community Market 5-8pm ^

Lewis & Clark Park, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ www.belgradecommunitymarket.org Homemade, Handmade, and Homegrown Local Vendors - Bring the Family & a Picnic for a fun night.

Porch Party 5:30pm ^ Sacajawea Hotel, 5 N Main St, Three Forks ^ Live music by Kevin Clarke

Shelly & Tony 6pm ^ , ^ Live americana music.

Reverend Justin Hylton 6pm ^ Wild Joe’s Coffee House, 18 W Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 586-1212 ^ wildjoescoffee. com Live music.

Film Screening/Speaker Event “On The Shoulders Of Giants” 6pm ^ The Buck-

horn, 5237 Highway 89 South, Livingston ^ FREE ^ www.buckhorntheatre.com Join us for a free film event that celebrates the legacy of conservation across Montana.

Music on Main 6:30pm ^ Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman ^ Come and enjoy music, food and activities at the 17th annual summer concert series.

Art on the Rocks: Saki & Origami 6:30-

8:30pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ $35 members/ $40 non-members ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Try your folding skills and make a variety of fun designs with paper.

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ FREE ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Rockies Hager Auditorium, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ (406) 404-1600 ^ yellowstonetheology.org Dr. Eric Priest, solar physicist, will present in this inaugural Klein S. Gilhousen Lecture.

Grant Farm + Useful Jenkins 8pm ^ The

House, 18 W Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 586-1212 ^ wildjoescoffee.com Live music.

ing, 111 S. Oak St., Bozeman ^ FREE ^ www.406brewingcompany.com Live music from Kansas City bluegrass duo

Montana Manouche 6pm ^ , ^ Live gypsy jazz music.

Laney Lou & the Bird Dogs 7pm ^ Pine

Christy Hays 8pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201

Bridge NOW! Trade & Life School Art & Social/Networking Events 7-9pm ^ Bridge

Useful Jenkins 9pm ^ The Filling Station,

2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-0585 Acoustic Jamgrass

Friday, Jul. 7 International Bison Conference 7am-2pm ^ Big Sky Resort, 50 Big Sky Resort Road, Big Sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ www.bigskyresort.com An opportunity to learn first-hand about raising, marketing and cooking with bison.

Pickleball 9am-noon ^ Southside Tennis Courts, ^ 55+ ^ An Active Aging event.

Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $11 (at Cactus Records) ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana. com Live music.

NOW! Trade & Life School, ^ Starting from $25 creativity workhop, Free tour to see Bridge NOW! Art & Exploration Garden ^ 406-600-7237 ^ www.facebook.com Helping & serving the community with affordable creativity workshops. A place to meet new friends, network & learn.

Norman & Kathie Fischer introduce Zen & Yogacara 7-9pm ^ Bozeman Dharma

Center, 1019 E Main #202, Bozeman ^ Suggested $15 donation, no one turned away for lack of funds ^ (406) 219-2140 ^ bozemandharmacenter.org An introduction to the profound teachings of the Yogacara school of Buddhism and how we can use them in our everyday lives led by two of the premier Zen teachers in the US.

Comstock Lode 9pm ^ Sacajawea Hotel, 5 N Main St, Three Forks ^ Live music.

Saturday, Jul. 8 Kids Adventure Games 8am-2:30pm ^ Big

Sky Resort, 50 Big Sky Resort Road, Big Sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ www.bigskyresort.com The races emphasize teamwork, problem solving, sportsmanship, environmental awareness and fun.

Gallatin Valley Farmers Market 9am

^ Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Everything sold at the market is homemade or homegrown.

Rr 84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www. norrishotsprings.com Live hill country blues and americana music.

Outdoor Education Center, ^ $15 ^ Participants will spend the day learning basic flower identification.

Book Signing with Master Sommelier Richard Betts 1-2pm ^ Museum of the

Cowboy Classics 7:30pm ^ The Ellen The-

Saturday Golf Clinics (Open to All) noon

atre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ Pass to all 13 movies for $54.50 ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com 4th Annual Summer Wester Series.

^ Big Sky Golf Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $20/session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com A great opportunity to improve your golf game!

Gallatin Speedway Races 7:35pm ^ Galla-

Scooter Brown Country Festival 3pm ^

Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Meet this year’s Wine & Culinary Classic Master Sommelier and New York Times Bestselling author.

Montana (venues change, check website), ^ FREE ^ One of the northwest’s largest free outdoor music festivals. Runs July 7-9, 2017.

Music in the Mountains: The Quebe Sisters 7pm ^ Big Sky Town Center, Ousel

Yard Olympics Art Show 5pm ^ The

Don’t Close Your Eyes: Live Radio Theatre

Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners ^ Pool Admission ^ All Ages ^ (406) 586-6492 ^ www.bozemanhotsprings.co Singer songwriter Nathan North performs an acoustic one man band show.

Main St, Three Forks ^ Live music by The Dirt Farmers

Wildflower Identification Class for Women 10am-4pm ^ Jack Creek Preserve

The Montana Folk Festival 5pm ^ Butte,

Nathan North 7-10pm ^ Bozeman Hot

Porch Party 9pm ^ Sacajawea Hotel, 5 N

Shea Stewart 7pm ^ Norris Hot Springs,

6:30pm ^ REI, 2220 Tschache Lane, Bozeman ^ $45 member/$65 nonmember ^ (406) 587-1938 ^ www.rei.com Register online. Spots limited.

Falls Road, Big Sky ^ FREE ^ Live music.

201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Sky Resort, 50 Big Sky Resort Road, Big Sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ www.bigskyresort.com The races emphasize teamwork, problem solving, sportsmanship, environmental awareness and fun.

Kids Adventure Games noon-5pm ^ Big

tin Speedway, 2290 Tubb Rd, Belgrade ^ $10 adult, $8 junior/senior, kids 12 & under free ^ (406) 388-9666 ^ www.gallatinspeedway.com “Where the valley heats up” races every Friday night.

Hands-On Bike Maintenance - Drivetrain

9pm-1am ^ Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9996 Scorch folk: Original songs with old souls, the Carter Family canon, Appalachian trad, Delta soul, Gypsy swing and gospel blues, passion, speed and drive.

Solidarity Service 9pm ^ The Murray Bar,

Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ $10 advance, $12 door ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-0585 Americana and bluegrass bands that readily tap into other genres, such as folk, funk, jam, rock, and hip hop.

W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Springs, 20 Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www.chicohotsprings. com Live music.

Foundry, 16 S. Tracy, Bozeman ^ (406) 5796797 ^ www.thefoundry-collective.com Join for a night of fine art, live music, awards, yard games and a photo booth!

Claudia Williams 5:30-8:30pm ^ Kountry

Korner Cafe, 81820 Gallatin Road, Bozeman ^ all ages ^ (406) 586-2281 Claudia from Montana Rose, live music while you dine.

8-9pm ^ Verge Theater, 2304 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman ^ $12 General Admission; $10 for Students, Seniors, and Military ^ All Ages ^ (406) 587-0737 ^ vergetheater. com DCYE presents a brand-new, one-hour play each week in the style of old-time radio with live performers, musicians, and all-analog sound effects!

Scooter Brown Band 9pm ^ Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $20 ^ livefromthedivide.com Live music.

Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Jordan World Circus 2017 3-9pm ^

Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ Adults $18 Children $14 Family Packs $40 ^ All Ages ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov With three rings of affordable family fun, “The Jordan World Circus” will thrill fans of all ages. Come see the death-defying aerial acts, animal attractions.

Junior Golf Clinic 3-4pm ^ Big Sky Golf

Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $15 per session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort. com Learn how to improve various aspects of your golf game.

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

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16th Annual Wine & Culinary Classic

6-10:30pm ^ Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Sip, savor and support the Museum of the Rockies.

Chuck Wagon Dinner 6-9pm ^ Pine Creek Pavilion, ^ $85 ^ 406-224-4148 ^ chuckwagondinner.eventbrite.com Experience a rustic Montana cookout style dinner, under the Big Sky, of trout, ribs, and Blueberry Lemon pie.

The Matchsellers Bluegrass 6-8pm ^

MAP Brewing Co, 510 Manley Rd, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-4070 ^ www. mapbrewing.com Live music from Kansas City bluegrass duo.

Bridge NOW! Trade & Life School Art & Social/Networking Events 7-9pm ^ Bridge

NOW! Trade & Life School, ^ Starting from $25 creativity workhop, Free tour to see Bridge NOW! Art & Exploration Garden ^ 406-600-7237 ^ www.facebook.com Helping & serving the community with affordable creativity workshops. A place to meet new friends, network & learn.

Varian Trio 7pm ^ Norris Hot Springs,

Rr 84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www. norrishotsprings.com Live classical rock and jazz music.

Don’t Close Your Eyes: Live Radio Theatre

8-9pm ^ Verge Theater, 2304 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman ^ $12 General Admission; $10 for Students, Seniors, and Military ^ All Ages ^ (406) 587-0737 ^ vergetheater. com DCYE presents a brand-new, one-hour play each week in the style of old-time radio with live performers, musicians, and all-analog sound effects!

Under the Bleachers 9pm ^ Chico Hot

Springs, 20 Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www.chicohotsprings. com Live music.

Hogan and Moss and the Old Weird America 9pm-1am ^ Gravel Bar, 305 E

Main St, Ennis ^ FREE ^ (406) 682-5553 ^ www.gravelbarmt.com Scorch folk: Original songs with old souls, the Carter Family canon, Appalachian trad, Delta soul, Gypsy swing and gospel blues, passion, speed and drive.

Cannibilistic Vivisections 9pm ^ The Fill-

ing Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ $5 ^ (406) 587-0585 Live music.

Cole & The Thornes 9pm ^ The Murray

Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 2226433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Rocky Mountain Pearls 9pm ^ Sacajawea

Hotel, 5 N Main St, Three Forks ^ Live music.

Sunday, Jul. 9 Big Brothers Big Sisters Celebrity Golf Tournament Big Sky Golf Course, P.O Box

160001, Big sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com Since its inception in 2001, the Big Sky Big Brothers Big Sisters Celebrity Golf Tournament has been a major fundraising event for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Gallatin County. By playing in the tournament, you are joining our efforts to help children reach their potential through professionally-supported, one-to-one relationships with positive adult mentors. These relationships have proven to make a positive difference in the lives of children. Your support is key to sustaining these life-changing relationships, and in turn transforming the lives of Gallatin County children.

Kids Adventure Games 8am-2:30pm ^ Big

Sky Resort, 50 Big Sky Resort Road, Big Sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ www.bigskyresort.com The races emphasize teamwork, problem solving, sportsmanship, environmental awareness and fun.

Fresh Life Church 11am-12:30pm ^ Em-

erson’s Crawford Theatre, 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www. theemerson.org Church service every Sunday.

Slo Mo Joe Horseshoes & Handgrenades

1pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ FREE ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Jordan World Circus 2017 1-7pm ^

Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ Adults $18 Children $14 Family Packs $40 ^ All Ages ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov With three rings of affordable family fun, “The Jordan World Circus” will thrill fans of all ages. Come see the death-defying aerial acts, animal attractions.

2017 Summer Education Series: Conservation 3-4pm ^ Montana Raptor

Conservation Center, 3600 Springhill Rd, Bozeman ^ (406) 585-1211 ^ montanaraptor.org Come join MRCC for this new series of programs.

Swamp Dog 4pm ^ Bozeman Public

Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ 406-570-7752 ^ www.bozemanlibrary.org Live music.

Bingo Night 6-8pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ (406) 2223628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Bingo night at Pine Creek Lodge! Every Sunday. $5 per card. Cash and other prizes.

Bridger Mountain Big Band 7-9:30pm ^

Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ no cover ^ (406) 587-9996 Live music each Sunday.

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

Hogan and Moss and the Old Weird America 7-10pm ^ Norris Hot Springs, Rr

Monday, Jul. 10

84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www.norrishotsprings.com Scorch folk: Original songs with old souls, the Carter Family canon, Appalachian trad, Delta soul, Gypsy swing and gospel blues, passion, speed and drive.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Celebrity Golf Tournament Big Sky Golf Course, P.O Box

Mathias 7-10pm ^ Bozeman Hot Springs

Badminton 9-11am ^ Hope Lutheran

& Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners ^ Pool Admission ^ All Ages ^ (406) 586-6492 ^ www.bozemanhotsprings.co Bozeman-based singer-songwriter Mathias has been playing music under the big sky of Montana for nearly two decades now.

Hillfolk Noir 7pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201

W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Scooter Brown Band 9pm ^ The Old

Saloon, 210 Railroad Ln, Emigrant ^ $12 ^ (406) 333-4482 Live music.

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

160001, Big sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com

Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman ^ $5 Bozeman Resident ^ 55+ ^ An Active Aging Program.

Mobile Monday 11am-2pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Enjoy lunch while you soak up some fresh air on the Emerson’s lawn!

Pints with Purpose 5-8pm ^ Bridger Brewing, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman ^ All ages ^ (406) 587-2124 ^ www.bridgerbrewing. com Every Monday night Bridger Brewing donates $1 from every pint sold to a non-profit or charity.

Check our website (bridgerbrewing.com) for details.

Sneaky Bones 5pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

GREATER YELLOWSTONE COMMUNITY

EVENTS CALENDAR Bozeman Writers’ Group 6-8pm ^ Boze-

man Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ 406-570-7752 ^ www. bozemanlibrary.org The group welcomes all levels of writers, and encourages the free exchange of ideas among writers in the Board Room on the second floor.

Forever Young Adult Book Club 6pm ^

Country Bookshelf, 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman ^ (406)587-0166 ^ www.countrybookshelf.com If I Were Your Girl by Meredith Russo.

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Tuesday, Jul. 11 Tours for Tots 10-11am ^ Museum of the

Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Included with admission ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Introduce preschoolers (ages 3 – 5) to the wonders of museum learning.

Ladies Golf Clinics 10am-5:30pm ^ Big

Sky Golf Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $20/session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com A great opportunity to improve your golf game!

Chord Rustlers Rehearsals 7pm ^ Hope

Lutheran Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman ^ If you are a fellow who loves to sing, join us in singing four-part harmony on Tuesday evenings at 7 pm. www.chordrustlers.org

Brian Ernst 7pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201

W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Dream Interpretation 7pm ^ Lockhorn

Cider House, 21 South Wallace Avenue, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 404-1168 ^ lockhornhardcider.com Enjoy a LH cider and share a dream you’ve had with dream students.

Karaoke 9pm ^ Bar IX, 311 E Main St,

Bozeman ^ (406) 551-2185 ^ www.bar-ix. com Make your voice heard at Bozeman’s Choice for karaoke every Tuesday from 9-close.

The Movement with Yellowstoned 9pm

Bucks Baseball Game 5pm ^ Legion Field at Heroes Park, ^ vs. Helena Reps

Music & Mussels 5:30pm ^ Bridger Brew-

ing, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-2124 ^ www.bridgerbrewing.com Live music by Cole & the Thorns

Pickin’ in the Parks 6:30-9:30pm ^ The

Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman ^ Free ^ all ^ 406-582-2910 ^ www. friendsofthestory.org Pickers, singers, listeners, dancers, on-lookers of all abilities are welcome.

Sabo Ranch Dinner 6:30-9:30pm ^ Sabo

Ranch, 303 Pony Rd, Harrison ^ $110 per adult ^ All Ages ^ Dinner is served family style at Sabo Ranch. Menu written by Chef Mel.

Backcountry Woman Series: Outdoor Photography/Video Basics 6:30pm ^ REI,

^ The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ $12 (at Cactus Records) ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-0585 Live music.

2220 Tschache Lane, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-1938 ^ www.rei.com Our female instructors will show you everything you need to know about the basic functions of your camera.

Andrew Combs 9pm ^ Live From the

Bozeman’s Original Pub Trivia 7-9:30pm ^

Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $30 ^ livefromthedivide.com Live music.

Wednesday, Jul. 12 Sensational Babies 10-11am ^ Museum

Pub 317, 321 E Main St Ste 317, Bozeman ^ 21+ ^ (406) 582-8898 ^ www.pub317. com Bring your friends and test your smarts during our Wednesday night trivia. Topics include sports, history, politics, geography, science, animals, and many more.

Trivia Night 7-9pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

noon-1pm ^ Chemistry and Biochemistry Building, MSU Campus, ^ Participants hone their speaking and leadership skills in a no-pressure atmosphere.

of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Free for members, $5 ^ Birth - 36 months ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Read, talk, sing and play with your baby through sensory awareness activities and explorations designed specifically for newborns, one- and two-year-olds.

National Mojito Day! 3-8pm ^ Wildrye

Lunch on the Lawn 11:30am-1:30pm ^ The

E. River Road, Livingston ^ $5.50 (at Cactus Records) ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Mountains and Minds Toastmasters

Distilling, ^ 21+ ^ 4065772288 ^ www. facebook.com $5 Mojitos all day! Try a fruity mojito like pineapple, strawberry, or cherry!

Bogert Farmer’s Market 5-8pm ^ Bogert

Park, S. Church Ave., Bozeman ^ www. facebook.com Vendors from around the area bring vegetables, arts, crafts, music, food and much more!

Hogan and Moss and the Old Weird America 5-8pm ^ MAP Brewing Co, 510

Manley Rd, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-4070 ^ www.mapbrewing.com Scorch folk: Original songs with old souls, the Carter Family canon, Appalachian trad, Delta soul, Gypsy swing and gospel blues, passion, speed and drive.

Life Drawing 6-8pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ $10 ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Takes place in the Weaver room, open to the public with a $10 drop in fee. Participants must bring their own drawing supplies.

Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Enjoy live music, local food trucks and kids activities.

Summer Fun in the Park 11:30am-12:30pm ^ Bogert Park, S. Church Ave., Bozeman ^ FREE ^ Kids and Parents ^ www.facebook. com Enjoy a free lunch and meet other local parents while your kids play and burn off some energy.

Register online.

Tours for Tots 2-3pm ^ Museum of the

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $5 entry/ team ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Categories change weekly.

Drink and food specials.

Frogleg 7pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge, 2496

Meet the Author - Kathy Shorr 7pm ^

Country Bookshelf, 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman ^ (406)587-0166 ^ www.countrybookshelf.com Come meet the author of Shot: 101 Survivors of Gun Violence in America.

John Statz 7pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201

W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Included with admission ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Introduce preschoolers (ages 3 – 5) to the wonders of museum learning.

Trivia Night 8pm ^ Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E.

WSE’s Livingston Farmers Market 4:30-

7:30pm ^ Sacajawea Park Band Shell, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ (406) 222-0730 ^ www. westernsustainabilityexchange.org This destination event will have locally grown produce and meat, baked goods, prepared foods, beer, and arts, crafts, jewelry, and music.

Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-9355 ^ www.rockingrbar.com Trivia followed by a live DJ 10pm- close.

Vandoliers 9pm ^ Live From the Divide,

627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $25 ^ livefromthedivide.com Live music.

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Thursday, Jul. 13 Tours for Tots 10-11am ^ Museum of the

Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Included with admission ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Introduce preschoolers (ages 3 – 5) to the wonders of museum learning.

Cash for Cameras Trade-In, Trade-Up Event 10am-4pm ^ F-11 Photo & The Print RefineryTM, 2612 West Main, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ 18+ ^ (888) 548-0203 ^ f11photo. com Ready for a great trade-up opportunity on your used cameras and lenses?

Bookmobile Visits 11:15am-noon ^ Whit-

tier School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

Toast Masters noon-1:10pm ^ Owenhouse ACE Hardware (Downstairs), ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ The mission of a Toastmaster Club is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and lead.

Bookmobile Visits 12:30-1:15pm ^ Emily

Dickinson School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

Bookmobile Visits 1:30-2:15pm ^ Mead-

owlark Elementary, 4415 Durston Rd, Bozeman ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

Bookmobile Visits 2:30-3:15pm ^ Hyalite School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

Reel Big Fish w/ special guests The Expendables, The Queers and Tunnel Vision

5pm ^ Zoo Montana, 2100 South Shiloh Road, Billings ^ $38 advanced/$40 day of ^ All Ages ^ 406) 652-8100 ^ www.zoomontana.org Live music.

Belgrade Community Market 5-8pm ^

Trivia 8pm ^ The Molly Brown, 703 W.

Babcock, Bozeman ^ (406) 552-7362 Bar tabs for the top 3 teams.

Lewis & Clark Park, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ www.belgradecommunitymarket.org Homemade, Handmade, and Homegrown Local Vendors - Bring the Family & a Picnic for a fun night.

Trivia Night 8pm ^ Midtown Tavern, ^

Flower Crown Workshop 5:30-6:30pm ^

(406) 404-1404 Grab your friends and head down to Midtown for our Wednesday Night Trivia and WIN PRIZES!

The Baxter Hotel, 105 W. Main St, Bozeman ^ $25 ^ 18+ ^ (406) 582-1000 ^ www. thebaxterhotel.com/‎ Tickets must be purchased in advance. Mimosas sold separately. Visit thebaxterhotel.com for more information.

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Porch Party 5:30pm ^ Sacajawea Hotel, 5

N Main St, Three Forks ^ Live music by Cierra & Michael

Music on Main 6:30pm ^ Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman ^ Come and enjoy music, food and activities at the 17th annual summer concert series.

Backpacking Basics II: What’s Inside Your Pack 6:30pm ^ REI, 2220 Tschache Lane,

Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-1938 ^ www. rei.com Small group session on how to cut weight and tailor your gear to best suit your needs.

Music in the Mountains: Assembly of Dust 7pm ^ Big Sky Town Center, Ousel Falls Road, Big Sky ^ FREE ^ Live music.

The Moves Collective 7pm ^ Pine Creek

Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ FREE ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Lyle Lovett And His Large Band 7pm ^

KettleHouse Amphitheater, along the Blackfoot River, Bonner ^ $35-50 ^ logjampresents.com Roadtrip to the new Kettlehouse Amitheatre in Bonner, MT for music.

Exploring Ivan Doig: A Discussion Series

7pm ^ Country Bookshelf, 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman ^ (406)587-0166 ^ www. countrybookshelf.com English Creek by Ivon Doig.

Nic Armstrong 7-10pm ^ Bozeman Hot

Cash for Cameras Trade-In, Trade-Up Event 10am-4pm ^ F-11 Photo & The Print RefineryTM, 2612 West Main, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ 18+ ^ (888) 548-0203 ^ f11photo. com Ready for a great trade-up opportunity on your used cameras and lenses?

Three Forks Annual NRA Rodeo noon

^ Three Forks Rodeo Arena and Events Center, ^ Come enjoy a rodeo!

TRIPP Studio Art Reception 5-8pm ^

TRIPP Studio in the Emerson, ^ FREE ^ All ages ^ TrippStudioBozeman.com Featuring Palette-Knife Oils by Artist Kara Tripp. TRIPP Studio represents the work of 15 local artists.

Opening Reception and Art Walk 5-8pm

^ Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ FREE and open to the public ^ All Ages ^ 406587-9797 ^ www.theEmerson.org Join us during an opening reception for the annual, juried Sweet Pea Art Show.

Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives- The Way Out West Tour 5pm ^ Zoo

Montana, 2100 South Shiloh Road, Billings ^ $40 ^ All Ages ^ 406) 652-8100 ^ www. zoomontana.org Special guest, The Cold Hard Cash Show

Claudia Williams 5:30-8:30pm ^ Kountry

Korner Cafe, 81820 Gallatin Road, Bozeman ^ all ages ^ (406) 586-2281 Claudia from Montana Rose, live music while you dine.

Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners ^ Pool Admission ^ All Ages ^ (406) 586-6492 ^ www.bozemanhotsprings.co Nic Armstrong & The Thieves put on a real fun show!

Marty Stuart and His Fabulous 6pm ^ Zoo

Frogleg with Solidarity Service 8pm ^ The

Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman ^ Enjoy what downtown Bozeman has to offer.

Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ $8 advance, $10 at the door ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-0585 A unique blend of Bluegrass, Funk, Reggae, Jazz and Rock.

Slomo Joe 8pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201

W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Birds of Chicago 9pm ^ Live From the

Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $27.50 (at Cactus Records) ^ livefromthedivide.com Live music.

Friday, Jul. 14 Targhee Fest Grand Targhee Resort, Alta

^ 3-day pass $189 ^ Featuring Galactic, Leftover Salmon, Michael Franti and Spearhead, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Lukas Nelson and the Promise of the Real, Suzanne Vega, Booker T’s Stax Revue, and many more.

Pickleball 9am-noon ^ Southside Tennis Courts, ^ 55+ ^ An Active Aging event.

Montana, 2100 South Shiloh Road, Billings ^ $43 ^ 406) 652-8100 ^ www.zoomontana.org Live music.

Downtown Bozeman Art Walk 6-8pm ^

Opening Reception for Alissa Durling

6-8pm ^ Altitude Gallery, 134 E Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 582-4472 ^ altitudegallerybozeman.com At the July Art Walk, Altitude Gallery will present abstract landscape paintings by Montana native and resident Alissa Durling.

The Lucky Valentines 6pm ^ , ^ Live music.

Joseph Hein & Dane Thompsen 6pm ^

Wild Joe’s Coffee House, 18 W Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 586-1212 ^ wildjoescoffee.com Live music.

Pinky and the Floyd 7pm ^ Pine Creek

Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $18 ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Bridge NOW! Trade & Life School Art & Social/Networking Events 7-9pm ^ Bridge

NOW! Trade & Life School, ^ Starting from $25 creativity workhop, Free tour to see Bridge NOW! Art & Exploration Garden ^ 406-600-7237 ^ www.facebook.com Helping

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& serving the community with affordable creativity workshops. A place to meet new friends, network & learn.

Lucky Valentines 7pm ^ Norris Hot

Springs, Rr 84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www.norrishotsprings.com Live music.

Once Upon a Mattress 7:30pm ^ The Ellen

Cash for Cameras Trade-In, Trade-Up Event 10am-4pm ^ F-11 Photo & The Print RefineryTM, 2612 West Main, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ 18+ ^ (888) 548-0203 ^ f11photo. com Ready for a great trade-up opportunity on your used cameras and lenses?

Saturday Golf Clinics (Open to All) noon

Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com A Tony Award winning family favorite!

^ Big Sky Golf Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $20/session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com A great opportunity to improve your golf game!

Gallatin Speedway Races 7:35pm ^ Galla-

EFT for Financial Abundance 3-5pm ^

tin Speedway, 2290 Tubb Rd, Belgrade ^ $10 adult, $8 junior/senior, kids 12 & under free ^ (406) 388-9666 ^ www.gallatinspeedway.com “Where the valley heats up” races every Friday night.

Don’t Close Your Eyes: Live Radio Theatre

8-9pm ^ Verge Theater, 2304 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman ^ $12 General Admission; $10 for Students, Seniors, and Military ^ All Ages ^ (406) 587-0737 ^ vergetheater. com DCYE presents a brand-new, one-hour play each week in the style of old-time radio with live performers, musicians, and all-analog sound effects!

Blackwater Band 9pm ^ Chico Hot Springs, 20 Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www.chicohotsprings.com Live music.

Yurt 9pm ^ The Filling Station, 2005 N.

Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ 21+ ^ (406) 5870585 A synth-rock indie duo.

Nic Armstrong & The Thieves 9pm ^ The

Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Montana Lotus Center, ^ FREE ^ 18 and up ^ 406-451-9404 EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) is a simple method to eliminate unconscious habits holding us back.

Junior Golf Clinic 3-4pm ^ Big Sky Golf

Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $15 per session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort. com Learn how to improve various aspects of your golf game.

Open Mic Night 6-8pm ^ Wild Joe’s Coffee House, 18 W Main St, Bozeman ^ $3 ^ (406) 586-1212 ^ wildjoescoffee.com An evening of music performed by local musicians.

Lowepro Photowalk, Evening Hike with Cowgirl Finale 6-8pm ^ Take a right on

Fort Ellis Rd until it dead ends fort ellis road and bozeman trail road, ^ $10 ^ All Ages ^ 7142998286 ^ www.lowepro. com/50years Join contributing National Geographic photographer Erika Skogg in the beautiful Rocky Mountains of Bozeman, Montana to refine their technical photography skills.

Satsang 7pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge, 2496

The Max 9pm ^ Sacajawea Hotel, 5 N Main

E. River Road, Livingston ^ $8.50 (at Cactus Records) ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Saturday, Jul. 15

Bridge NOW! Trade & Life School Art & Social/Networking Events 7-9pm ^ Bridge

St, Three Forks ^ Enjoy live music outside!

^ 3-day pass $189 ^ Featuring Galactic, Leftover Salmon, Michael Franti and Spearhead, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Lukas Nelson and the Promise of the Real, Suzanne Vega, Booker T’s Stax Revue, and many more.

NOW! Trade & Life School, ^ Starting from $25 creativity workhop, Free tour to see Bridge NOW! Art & Exploration Garden ^ 406-600-7237 ^ www.facebook.com Helping & serving the community with affordable creativity workshops. A place to meet new friends, network & learn.

Gallatin Valley Farmers Market 9am

Brian Ernst 7pm ^ Norris Hot Springs, Rr

Targhee Fest Grand Targhee Resort, Alta

^ Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Everything sold at the market is homemade or homegrown.

The Big Sky Country State Fair 9am ^

Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Experience a traditional western fair.

Wortman Lung Cancer Foundation & Running Lungs Run 9:30am ^ Lindley Park, 626 E Main St, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-2291 Walk/Fun Events

84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www.norrishotsprings.com Live acoustic soul music.

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EVENTS CALENDAR Don’t Close Your Eyes: Live Radio Theatre

8-9pm ^ Verge Theater, 2304 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman ^ $12 General Admission; $10 for Students, Seniors, and Military ^ All Ages ^ (406) 587-0737 ^ vergetheater. com DCYE presents a brand-new, one-hour play each week in the style of old-time radio with live performers, musicians, and all-analog sound effects!

Blackwater Band 9pm ^ Chico Hot Springs, 20 Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www.chicohotsprings.com Live music.

Hogan and Moss and the Old Weird America 9pm-1am ^ Two Bit Saloon, 107 S

2nd St, Gardiner ^ (406) 848-7743 ^ www. twobitsaloon.com Scorch folk: Original songs with old souls, the Carter Family canon, Appalachian trad, Delta soul, Gypsy swing and gospel blues, passion, speed and drive.

The Memphis Strange 9pm ^ The Murray

Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 2226433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Bridger Mountain Big Band 7-9:30pm ^

Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ no cover ^ (406) 587-9996 Live music each Sunday.

Ween 7pm ^ KettleHouse Amphitheater,

along the Blackfoot River, Bonner ^ $42.50 - $49.50 ^ logjampresents.com Roadtrip to the new Kettlehouse Amitheatre in Bonner, MT for music.

Christy Hays 7-10pm ^ Bozeman Hot

Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners ^ Pool Admission ^ All Ages ^ (406) 586-6492 ^ www.bozemanhotsprings.co Born in rural central Illinois, Christy Hays never really aspired to be a working songwriter.

Johnny Dango 7pm ^ Norris Hot Springs,

Rr 84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www. norrishotsprings.com Live americana, roots and rock music.

Too Slim & The Taildraggers 9pm ^ Chico

Sunday, Jul. 16

Hot Springs, 20 Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www.chicohotsprings.com Live music.

Targhee Fest Grand Targhee Resort, Alta

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

^ 3-day pass $189 ^ Featuring Galactic, Leftover Salmon, Michael Franti and Spearhead, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Lukas Nelson and the Promise of the Real, Suzanne Vega, Booker T’s Stax Revue, and many more.

The Big Sky Country State Fair 9am ^

Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Experience a traditional western fair.

Fresh Life Church 11am-12:30pm ^ Em-

erson’s Crawford Theatre, 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www. theemerson.org Church service every Sunday.

Tales From Ghost Town 1pm ^ The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-0585 Songwriters contest

2017 Summer Education Series: Hawks 3-4pm ^ Montana Raptor Conservation Center, 3600 Springhill Rd, Bozeman ^ (406) 585-1211 ^ montanaraptor.org Join MRCC for this new series of programs.

Once Upon a Mattress 3pm ^ The Ellen

Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com A Tony Award winning family favorite!

Bingo Night 6-8pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ (406) 2223628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Bingo night at Pine Creek Lodge! Every Sunday. $5 per card. Cash and other prizes.

Doc Tari 6pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge, 2496

E. River Road, Livingston ^ FREE ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana. com Live music.

Bozeman Writers’ Group 6-8pm ^ Boze-

man Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ 406-570-7752 ^ www. bozemanlibrary.org The group welcomes all levels of writers, and encourages the free exchange of ideas among writers in the Board Room on the second floor.

A Cold Hearted Night with Christine Carbo & Keith McCafferty 7pm ^ Country Bookshelf, 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman ^ (406)587-0166 ^ www.countrybookshelf. com A reading of Cold Hearted River: A Sean Stranahan Mystery.

The Marcus King Band (SOLD OUT) 9pm ^ Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $25 ^ livefromthedivide.com Live music.

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Tuesday, Jul. 18 The Big Sky Country State Fair 7:45am ^

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Experience a traditional western fair.

Monday, Jul. 17

Thrive, ^ FREE ^ Middle School Girls ^ All middle school girls are invited for this week-long experience at Girls Stories Girls Voices.

The Big Sky Country State Fair 7:45am ^

Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Experience a traditional western fair.

Girls Stories Girls Voices 2017 9am-3pm ^ Thrive, ^ FREE ^ Middle School Girls ^ All middle school girls are invited for this week-long experience at Girls Stories Girls Voices.

Badminton 9-11am ^ Hope Lutheran

Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman ^ $5 Bozeman Resident ^ 55+ ^ An Active Aging Program.

Mobile Monday 11am-2pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Enjoy lunch while you soak up some fresh air on the Emerson’s lawn!

Pints with Purpose 5-8pm ^ Bridger Brewing, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman ^ All ages ^ (406) 587-2124 ^ www.bridgerbrewing. com Every Monday night Bridger Brewing donates $1 from every pint sold to a non-profit or charity.

Check our website (bridgerbrewing.com) for details.

Hogan and Moss and the Old Weird America 5-8pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201

W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Scorch folk: Original songs with old souls, the Carter Family canon, Appalachian trad, Delta soul, Gypsy swing and gospel blues, passion, speed and drive.

Girls Stories Girls Voices 2017 9am-3pm ^

Ladies Golf Clinics 10am-5:30pm ^ Big

Sky Golf Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $20/session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com A great opportunity to improve your golf game!

Mountains and Minds Toastmasters

noon-1pm ^ Chemistry and Biochemistry Building, MSU Campus, ^ Participants hone their speaking and leadership skills in a no-pressure atmosphere.

Bogert Farmer’s Market 5-8pm ^ Bogert

Park, S. Church Ave., Bozeman ^ www. facebook.com Vendors from around the area bring vegetables, arts, crafts, music, food and much more!

Life Drawing 6-8pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ $10 ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Takes place in the Weaver room, open to the public with a $10 drop in fee. Participants must bring their own drawing supplies.

Dyllan Hersey 6pm ^ Wild Joe’s Coffee

House, 18 W Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 586-1212 ^ wildjoescoffee.com Live music.

Chord Rustlers Rehearsals 7pm ^ Hope

Lutheran Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman ^ If you are a fellow who loves to sing, join us in singing four-part harmony on Tuesday evenings at 7 pm. www.chordrustlers.org

Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals 7pm ^ Big Sky Brewing Co, 5417 Trumpeter Way, Missoula ^ $35 lawn/ $45 GA ^ (406) 549-2777 ^ bigskybrew.com Live music.

Losing Julia Finch 7:30pm ^ The Ellen

Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ $8 ^ Rated R ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com Screening of this classic movie.

Karaoke 9pm ^ Bar IX, 311 E Main St,

Bozeman ^ (406) 551-2185 ^ www.bar-ix. com Make your voice heard at Bozeman’s Choice for karaoke every Tuesday from 9-close.

The Black Lillies (SOLD OUT) 9pm ^ Live

From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $35 ^ livefromthedivide.com

Wednesday, Jul. 19 Girls Stories Girls Voices 2017 9am-3pm ^ Thrive, ^ FREE ^ Middle School Girls ^ All middle school girls are invited for this week-long experience at Girls Stories Girls Voices.

Sensational Babies 10-11am ^ Museum

of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Free for members, $5 ^ Birth - 36 months ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Read, talk, sing and play with your baby through sensory awareness activities and explorations designed specifically for newborns, one- and two-year-olds.

Lunch on the Lawn 11:30am-1:30pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Enjoy live music, local food trucks and kids activities.

The Big Sky Country State Fair noon ^

Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Experience a traditional western fair.

Ivan Doig: Voices and Vistas noon-10pm ^ Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov An interactive learning experience that encourages the exploration of his work.

Lunch on the Lawn 2pm ^ The Emerson

Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Live music, local food vendors, and kids’ activities.

WSE’s Livingston Farmers Market 4:30-

7:30pm ^ Sacajawea Park Band Shell, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ (406) 222-0730 ^ www. westernsustainabilityexchange.org This destination event will have locally grown produce and meat, baked goods, prepared foods, beer, and arts, crafts, jewelry, and music.

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Dirty Revival from Portland are at: Big Sky’s Music in the Mountains Thursday, July 20

Maita & the American West 6pm ^ , ^ Live indie/folk music.

Music on Main 6:30pm ^ Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman ^ Come and enjoy music, food and activities at the 17th annual summer concert series.

Art on the Rocks: Beer & Batik 6:308:30pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ $35 members/ $40 non-members ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Learn the ancient art of dying silk using wax resist!

Bike Maintenance Basics - Level 1 6:30pm ^ REI, 2220 Tschache Lane, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-1938 ^ www.rei.com Limited spots, register online.

Music in the Mountains: Dirty Revival

7pm ^ Big Sky Town Center, Ousel Falls Road, Big Sky ^ FREE ^ Live music.

Brad Parsons 7pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $8.50 (at Cactus Records) ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Music & Mussels 5:30pm ^ Bridger Brew-

ing, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-2124 ^ www.bridgerbrewing.com Live music with Kieth Scott Blues.

Liberty Toastmasters 6-7:30pm ^ , ^

4065818306 The only evening Toastmasters International club in Gallatin County, invites you to join us to sharpen your speaking and leadership skills.

Dynamite Dads in July: Tie-Dying

6-7:30pm ^ Zoot Enterprises, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ Bring something to tie dye to Zoot Enterprises! Dinner included.

North by North & Cannibalistic Vivisections 6pm ^ Wild Joe’s Coffee House, 18 W Main St, Bozeman ^ (406) 586-1212 ^ wildjoescoffee.com Live music.

Pickin’ in the Parks 6:30-9:30pm ^ The

Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman ^ Free ^ all ^ 406-582-2910 ^ www. friendsofthestory.org Pickers, singers, listeners, dancers, on-lookers of all abilities are welcome.

Staying Safe in Grizzly Country 6:30pm ^

REI, 2220 Tschache Lane, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-1938 ^ www.rei.com Register online, spots limited.

Bozeman’s Original Pub Trivia 7-9:30pm ^

Pub 317, 321 E Main St Ste 317, Bozeman ^ 21+ ^ (406) 582-8898 ^ www.pub317. com Bring your friends and test your smarts during our Wednesday night trivia. Topics include sports, history, politics, geography, science, animals, and many more.

Trivia Night 7-9pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $5 entry/ team ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Categories change weekly.

Drink and food specials.

Christy Hays 7pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ FREE ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Meet the Author - Brooke Williams 7pm

^ Country Bookshelf, 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman ^ (406)587-0166 ^ www.countrybookshelf.com Come meet the author of Open Midnight.

Ginstrings 7pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201

W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Cowboy Classics 7:30pm ^ The Ellen The-

atre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ Pass to all 13 movies for $54.50 ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com 4th Annual Summer Wester Series.

Trivia Night 8pm ^ Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E.

Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-9355 ^ www.rockingrbar.com Trivia followed by a live DJ 10pm- close.

Trivia 8pm ^ The Molly Brown, 703 W.

Babcock, Bozeman ^ (406) 552-7362 Bar tabs for the top 3 teams.

Trivia Night 8pm ^ Midtown Tavern, ^

(406) 404-1404 Grab your friends and head down to Midtown for our Wednesday Night Trivia and WIN PRIZES!

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

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

Achieving Financial Freedom with Tardus Wealth Strategies 7-8pm ^ Montana Lotus

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Center, ^ FREE ^ 18+ ^ 406-451-9404 ^ www.facebook.com Learn how Tardus can help you learn to manage your personal finances.

Thursday, Jul. 20

Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners ^ Pool Admission ^ All Ages ^ (406) 586-6492 ^ www.bozemanhotsprings.co Harmony voices and harmony mandolins highlight the music of Grassy Mountain.

Girls Stories Girls Voices 2017 9am-3pm ^ Thrive, ^ FREE ^ Middle School Girls ^ All middle school girls are invited for this week-long experience at Girls Stories Girls Voices.

Toast Masters noon-1:10pm ^ Owenhouse ACE Hardware (Downstairs), ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ The mission of a Toastmaster Club is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and lead.

The Big Sky Country State Fair noon ^

Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Experience a traditional western fair.

Ivan Doig: Voices and Vistas noon-10pm ^ Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov An interactive learning experience that encourages the exploration of his work.

Belgrade Community Market 5-8pm ^

Lewis & Clark Park, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ www.belgradecommunitymarket.org Homemade, Handmade, and Homegrown Local Vendors - Bring the Family & a Picnic for a fun night.

Grassy Mountain 7-10pm ^ Bozeman Hot

Jarren Benton 7pm ^ Eagles Lodge Ballroom, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ $11 (at Cactus Records) ^ Live music.

Once Upon a Mattress 7:30pm ^ The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com A Tony Award winning family favorite!

Keith Scott Blues 8pm ^ The Murray Bar,

201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Ned Ledoux 8pm ^ On the Boot Barn

Stage @ Anderson Arena, ^ Night show at the State Fair with opener, Chad Prather.

Porch Party 9pm ^ Sacajawea Hotel, 5 N

Main St, Three Forks ^ Live music by David & Deidre Case

Friday, Jul. 21 Total Archery Challenge 8am-4pm ^ Big

Sky Resort, 50 Big Sky Resort Road, Big Sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ www.bigskyresort.com Mystery Ranch is bringing you the greatest outdoor 3D archery experience in the nation. Register online.

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EVENTS CALENDAR Girls Stories Girls Voices 2017 9am-3pm ^

Pirate Party 2017 2-11pm ^ 50,000 Silver

Maita & the American West 7pm ^ Norris

Pirate Party 2017 9am-11pm ^ 50,000

Pickleball 9am-noon ^ Southside Tennis

Claudia Williams 5:30-8:30pm ^ Kountry

Once Upon a Mattress 7:30pm ^ The Ellen

Summer Crazy Days 10am ^ Downtown

Quenby Landorio Duo 6pm ^ , ^ Live music.

Trap Kit 6pm ^ Wild Joe’s Coffee House,

Gallatin Speedway Races 7:35pm ^ Galla-

Thrive, ^ FREE ^ Middle School Girls ^ All middle school girls are invited for this week-long experience at Girls Stories Girls Voices.

Courts, ^ 55+ ^ An Active Aging event.

Summer Crazy Days 10am ^ Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman ^ Over 200 Downtown merchants take to the sidewalks.

The Big Sky Country State Fair noon ^

Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Experience a traditional western fair.

Ivan Doig: Voices and Vistas noon-10pm ^ Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov An interactive learning experience that encourages the exploration of his work.

2017 Summerfest Along the Yellowstone

2-10pm ^ Summerfest along the Yellowstone, ^ A full afternoon and evening of Montana music and family-friendly festivities.

Bar, ^ $165 ^ 18+ ^ A three day immersive experience ; full of mind-altering visuals, transcendental arts, and harmonious vibrations.

Korner Cafe, 81820 Gallatin Road, Bozeman ^ all ages ^ (406) 586-2281 Claudia from Montana Rose, live music while you dine.

18 W Main St, Bozeman ^ (406) 586-1212 ^ wildjoescoffee.com Live music.

Black Lillies 7pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $16 (at Cactus Records) ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Bridge NOW! Trade & Life School Art & Social/Networking Events 7-9pm ^ Bridge

NOW! Trade & Life School, ^ Starting from $25 creativity workhop, Free tour to see Bridge NOW! Art & Exploration Garden ^ 406-600-7237 ^ www.facebook.com Helping & serving the community with affordable creativity workshops. A place to meet new friends, network & learn.

Hot Springs, Rr 84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www.norrishotsprings.com Live indie folk music.

Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com A Tony Award winning family favorite!

tin Speedway, 2290 Tubb Rd, Belgrade ^ $10 adult, $8 junior/senior, kids 12 & under free ^ (406) 388-9666 ^ www.gallatinspeedway.com “Where the valley heats up” races every Friday night.

Don’t Close Your Eyes: Live Radio Theatre

8-9pm ^ Verge Theater, 2304 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman ^ $12 General Admission; $10 for Students, Seniors, and Military ^ All Ages ^ (406) 587-0737 ^ vergetheater. com DCYE presents a brand-new, one-hour play each week in the style of old-time radio with live performers, musicians, and all-analog sound effects!

Eli Young Band 8pm ^ On the Boot Barn

Stage @ Anderson Arena, ^ Free w/ fair admission ^ Friday night performance at the State Fair with opener Dylan Jakobsen.

Super Doppler with Cole and The Thornes 9pm ^ The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ $8 advance, $10 door ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-0585 Live music.

Sweetwater String Band 9pm ^ Live

From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $20 ^ livefromthedivide.com Live music.

Cabin Fever 9pm ^ Sacajawea Hotel, 5 N Main St, Three Forks ^ Live music.

Russ Nassett & the Revelators 9pm ^

Chico Hot Springs, 20 Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www. chicohotsprings.com Live music.

Stars over Yellowstone 10:30pm ^ Madi-

son Campground, Yellowstone National Park, ^ Included with YNP admission ^ Join MOR inside Yellowstone for stargazing.

Saturday, Jul. 22 Total Archery Challenge 8am-4pm ^ Big

Sky Resort, 50 Big Sky Resort Road, Big Sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ www.bigskyresort.com Mystery Ranch is bringing you the greatest outdoor 3D archery experience in the nation. Register online.

Discussion on Death & Dying 9am-noon

^ Bozeman Dharma Center, 1019 E Main #202, Bozeman ^ suggested donation, no one turned away for lack of funds ^ (406) 219-2140 ^ bozemandharmacenter.org Streaming from Spirit Rock Meditation Center of a discussion on Death & Dying with Jack Kornfield and Frank Ostaseski.

Silver Bar, ^ $165 ^ 18+ ^ A three day immersive experience ; full of mind-altering visuals, transcendental arts, and harmonious vibrations.

Bozeman, Bozeman ^ Over 200 Downtown merchants take to the sidewalks.

The Big Sky Country State Fair noon ^

Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Experience a traditional western fair.

Ivan Doig: Voices and Vistas noon-10pm ^ Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov An interactive learning experience that encourages the exploration of his work.

High Winds Rodeo noon ^ Three Forks

Rodeo Arena and Events Center, ^ Come enjoy a rodeo!

Saturday Golf Clinics (Open to All) noon

^ Big Sky Golf Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $20/session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com A great opportunity to improve your golf game!

Ranch Rodeo at the State Fair 2pm ^

Anderson Arena, ^ Free w/ fair admission ^ 20 teams compete with finals on Sunday.

Junior Golf Clinic 3-4pm ^ Big Sky Golf

Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $15 per session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort. com Learn how to improve various aspects of your golf game.

Brewfest 4-8pm ^ Big Sky Resort, 50 Big

Sky Resort Road, Big Sky ^ $25 (10 pours) ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ www.bigskyresort.com Featuring over 30 breweries from around Montana and the nation.

Bridge NOW! Trade & Life School Art & Social/Networking Events 7-9pm ^ Bridge

NOW! Trade & Life School, ^ Starting from $25 creativity workhop, Free tour to see Bridge NOW! Art & Exploration Garden ^ 406-600-7237 ^ www.facebook.com Helping & serving the community with affordable creativity workshops. A place to meet new friends, network & learn.

Paul Lee Kupfer 7pm ^ Norris Hot Springs, Rr 84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www.norrishotsprings.com Live american roots music.

Ranch Rodeo at the State Fair 7pm ^

Anderson Arena, ^ Free w/ fair admission ^ 20 teams compete with finals on Sunday.

Once Upon a Mattress 7:30pm ^ The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com A Tony Award winning family favorite!

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

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Don’t Close Your Eyes: Live Radio Theatre

8-9pm ^ Verge Theater, 2304 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman ^ $12 General Admission; $10 for Students, Seniors, and Military ^ All Ages ^ (406) 587-0737 ^ vergetheater. com DCYE presents a brand-new, one-hour play each week in the style of old-time radio with live performers, musicians, and all-analog sound effects!

Way Station 9pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201

W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Tucker Down 9pm ^ Sacajawea Hotel, 5 N Main St, Three Forks ^ Live music.

Russ Nassett & the Revelators 9pm ^

Chico Hot Springs, 20 Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www. chicohotsprings.com Live music.

Stars over Yellowstone 10:30pm ^ Madi-

son Campground, Yellowstone National Park, ^ Included with YNP admission ^ Join MOR inside Yellowstone for stargazing.

Sunday, Jul. 23 Total Archery Challenge 8am-4pm ^ Big

2017 Summer Education Series: Falcons

Mobile Monday 11am-2pm ^ The Emerson

Once Upon a Mattress 3pm ^ The Ellen

Pints with Purpose 5-8pm ^ Bridger Brew-

3-4pm ^ Montana Raptor Conservation Center, 3600 Springhill Rd, Bozeman ^ (406) 585-1211 ^ montanaraptor.org Join MRCC for their new series of programs.

Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com A Tony Award winning family favorite!

Bingo Night 6-8pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ (406) 2223628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Bingo night at Pine Creek Lodge! Every Sunday. $5 per card. Cash and other prizes.

Bridger Mountain Big Band 7-9:30pm ^

Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ no cover ^ (406) 587-9996 Live music each Sunday.

Erin & the Project 7-10pm ^ Bozeman

Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners ^ Pool Admission ^ All Ages ^ (406) 586-6492 ^ www.bozemanhotsprings.co E&TheP’s sound is eclectic and raw, yet smooth and sultry, with passionate delivery of powerhouse vocals.

Sky Resort, 50 Big Sky Resort Road, Big Sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ www.bigskyresort.com Mystery Ranch is bringing you the greatest outdoor 3D archery experience in the nation. Register online.

Mandy Rowden 7pm ^ Norris Hot Springs,

Pirate Party 2017 9am-11pm ^ 50,000

Calypso Vinyl Night 7pm ^ The Murray

Silver Bar, ^ $165 ^ 18+ ^ A three day immersive experience ; full of mind-altering visuals, transcendental arts, and harmonious vibrations.

Rr 84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www. norrishotsprings.com Live americana, singer/ songwriter music.

Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Enjoy lunch while you soak up some fresh air on the Emerson’s lawn!

ing, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman ^ All ages ^ (406) 587-2124 ^ www.bridgerbrewing. com Every Monday night Bridger Brewing donates $1 from every pint sold to a non-profit or charity.

Check our website (bridgerbrewing.com) for details.

Doc Tari 5pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Bozeman Writers’ Group 6-8pm ^ Boze-

man Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ 406-570-7752 ^ www. bozemanlibrary.org The group welcomes all levels of writers, and encourages the free exchange of ideas among writers in the Board Room on the second floor.

Improv Show 7pm ^ Verge Theater, 2304 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-0737 ^ vergetheater.com Showcase of the Improv talent at the Verge.

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 2226433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Come enjoy drinks and music!

Tuesday, Jul. 25

Jon Underwood, Furry Find, Cannibalistic Vivisections 8pm ^ The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ $5 ^ (406) 587-0585 Live music.

Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Included with admission ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Introduce preschoolers (ages 3 – 5) to the wonders of museum learning.

Keith Scott Blues Brunch 11am ^ Pine

Keith Scott Blues 9pm ^ Chico Hot

Ladies Golf Clinics 10am-5:30pm ^ Big

Fresh Life Church 11am-12:30pm ^ Em-

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

Sunday Yoga Brunch 9:30am-2pm ^ Root

to Rise Gardens, ^ $55 ^ 406-600-1226 ^ www.root2risegardens.com Two hours of alllevel Vinyasa yoga and meditation practice, followed by a farm-to-table brunch.

Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ FREE ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

erson’s Crawford Theatre, 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www. theemerson.org Church service every Sunday.

The Big Sky Country State Fair noon ^

Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Experience a traditional western fair.

Ivan Doig: Voices and Vistas noon-10pm ^ Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov An interactive learning experience that encourages the exploration of his work.

Ranch Rodeo at the State Fair 2pm ^

Springs, 20 Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www.chicohotsprings. com Live music.

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Monday, Jul. 24 Badminton 9-11am ^ Hope Lutheran

Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman ^ $5 Bozeman Resident ^ 55+ ^ An Active Aging Program.

Pirate Party 2017 9am-11pm ^ 50,000

Silver Bar, ^ $165 ^ 18+ ^ A three day immersive experience ; full of mind-altering visuals, transcendental arts, and harmonious vibrations.

Anderson Arena, ^ Free w/ fair admission ^ 20 teams compete with finals on Sunday.

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

Tours for Tots 10-11am ^ Museum of the

Sky Golf Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $20/session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com A great opportunity to improve your golf game!

Mountains and Minds Toastmasters

noon-1pm ^ Chemistry and Biochemistry Building, MSU Campus, ^ Participants hone their speaking and leadership skills in a no-pressure atmosphere.

Create a Craft with MOR 5-8pm ^ Bogert Park, S. Church Ave., Bozeman ^ www. facebook.com Stop by the MOR’s stand at the farmers market.

Bogert Farmer’s Market 5-8pm ^ Bogert

Park, S. Church Ave., Bozeman ^ www. facebook.com Vendors from around the area bring vegetables, arts, crafts, music, food and much more!

Hops & History 5:30-7:30pm ^ Museum

of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ 21+ ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www. museumoftherockies.org Prohibition and Rehabilitation: The Fall of American Brewing and its Recent Rebirth with Bozeman Brewing Company.

Life Drawing 6-8pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ $10 ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Takes place in the Weaver room, open to the public with a $10 drop in fee. Participants must bring their own drawing supplies.

Hunter 6pm ^ Wild Joe’s Coffee House, 18 W Main St, Bozeman ^ (406) 586-1212 ^ wildjoescoffee.com Live music.

Chord Rustlers Rehearsals 7pm ^ Hope

Lutheran Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman ^ If you are a fellow who loves to sing, join us in singing four-part harmony on Tuesday evenings at 7 pm. www.chordrustlers.org

Book Club 7pm ^ Country Bookshelf, 28

W. Main Street, Bozeman ^ (406)587-0166 ^ www.countrybookshelf.com The Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery

Golden-Voiced Sam Elliot Shines in ‘Hero’

7:30-9:15pm ^ The Ellen Theatre, ^ $8.75 Gen. / $8.50 Students & Seniors (+ Fees) ^ All Ages ^ 406-581-2188 ^ www.bozemanfilmsociety.org The Bozeman Film Society proudly presents New York Times’ Critic’s Pick, ‘The Hero.’

Karaoke 9pm ^ Bar IX, 311 E Main St,

Bozeman ^ (406) 551-2185 ^ www.bar-ix. com Make your voice heard at Bozeman’s Choice for karaoke every Tuesday from 9-close.

Wednesday, Jul. 26 Sensational Babies 10-11am ^ Museum

of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Free for members, $5 ^ Birth - 36 months ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Read, talk, sing and play with your baby through sensory awareness activities and explorations designed specifically for newborns, one- and two-year-olds.

Lunch on the Lawn 11:30am-1:30pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Enjoy live music, local food trucks and kids activities.

GREATER YELLOWSTONE COMMUNITY

EVENTS CALENDAR Summer Fun in the Park 11:30am-12:30pm ^ Bogert Park, S. Church Ave., Bozeman ^ FREE ^ Kids and Parents ^ www.facebook. com Enjoy a free lunch and meet other local parents while your kids play and burn off some energy.

Register online.

Tours for Tots 2-3pm ^ Museum of the

Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Included with admission ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Introduce preschoolers (ages 3 – 5) to the wonders of museum learning.

Lunch on the Lawn 2pm ^ The Emerson

Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Live music, local food vendors, and kids’ activities.

WSE’s Livingston Farmers Market 4:30-

7:30pm ^ Sacajawea Park Band Shell, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ (406) 222-0730 ^ www. westernsustainabilityexchange.org This destination event will have locally grown produce and meat, baked goods, prepared foods, beer, and arts, crafts, jewelry, and music.

Music & Mussels 5:30pm ^ Bridger Brew-

ing, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-2124 ^ www.bridgerbrewing.com Live music by Bozambique.

Ferdinand the Bull & Dane Thompsen 6pm ^ Wild Joe’s Coffee House, 18 W Main St, Bozeman ^ (406) 586-1212 ^ wildjoescoffee.com Live music.

Pickin’ in the Parks 6:30-9:30pm ^ The

Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman ^ Free ^ all ^ 406-582-2910 ^ www. friendsofthestory.org Pickers, singers, listeners, dancers, on-lookers of all abilities are welcome.

The Secret Lives of Mountain Lions

6:30pm ^ REI, 2220 Tschache Lane, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-1938 ^ www.rei. com Take a look into their secretive lives through the lenses of hidden cameras.

Bozeman’s Original Pub Trivia 7-9:30pm ^

Pub 317, 321 E Main St Ste 317, Bozeman ^ 21+ ^ (406) 582-8898 ^ www.pub317. com Bring your friends and test your smarts during our Wednesday night trivia. Topics include sports, history, politics, geography, science, animals, and many more.

Trivia Night 7-9pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $5 entry/ team ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Categories change weekly.

Drink and food specials.

Billy Strings 7pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $8.50 (at Cactus Records) ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Mandy Rowden 7pm ^ The Murray Bar,

201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

David Gerald Band 7pm ^ Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ 406-570-7752 ^ www.bozemanlibrary.org

Bookmobile Visits 12:30-1:15pm ^ Emily

Dickinson School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

Bozeman Jewish Film Festival: “Denial”

Bookmobile Visits 1:30-2:15pm ^ Mead-

Cowboy Classics 7:30pm ^ The Ellen The-

Bookmobile Visits 2:30-3:15pm ^ Hyalite

7pm ^ MSU Procrastinator Theater, MSU SUB 287, Bozeman ^ www.montana.edu Free screening.

atre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ Pass to all 13 movies for $54.50 ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com 4th Annual Summer Wester Series.

Trivia Night 8pm ^ Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E.

Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-9355 ^ www.rockingrbar.com Trivia followed by a live DJ 10pm- close.

Trivia 8pm ^ The Molly Brown, 703 W.

Babcock, Bozeman ^ (406) 552-7362 Bar tabs for the top 3 teams.

Trivia Night 8pm ^ Midtown Tavern, ^

(406) 404-1404 Grab your friends and head down to Midtown for our Wednesday Night Trivia and WIN PRIZES!

Con Brio 8pm ^ The Filling Station,

2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ $10 advanced/$12 at door ^ (406) 587-0585 Live music.

Tim Montana and the Shrednecks 9pm

owlark Elementary, 4415 Durston Rd, Bozeman ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

Belgrade Community Market 5-8pm ^

Lewis & Clark Park, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ www.belgradecommunitymarket.org Homemade, Handmade, and Homegrown Local Vendors - Bring the Family & a Picnic for a fun night.

Porch Party 5:30pm ^ Sacajawea Hotel, 5 N Main St, Three Forks ^ Live music by Willy James.

Music on Main 6:30pm ^ Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman ^ Come and enjoy music, food and activities at the 17th annual summer concert series.

Bozeman Camera Club 7pm ^ Willson

School, 404 East Main, Bozeman ^ Annual dues: $15 ^ Open year round to new members who love to use a camera, The Bozeman Camera Club is for anyone from novice to working professional.

^ Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $25 ^ livefromthedivide.com Live music.

Music in the Mountains: Turnpike Troubadours 7pm ^ Big Sky Town Center, Ousel

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

Lee Brice 7pm ^ Big Sky Brewing Co,

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Thursday, Jul. 27 Red Ants Pants Music Festival , ^ week-

end $135 adv / $150 gate, 12 & under FREE ^ all ages ^ redantspantsmusicfestival.com The seventh annual Red Ants Pants Music Festival in White Sulphur Springs takes place the last weekend of July.

Tours for Tots 10-11am ^ Museum of the

Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Included with admission ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Introduce preschoolers (ages 3 – 5) to the wonders of museum learning.

Bookmobile Visits 11:15am-noon ^ Whit-

tier School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

Toast Masters noon-1:10pm ^ Owenhouse ACE Hardware (Downstairs), ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ The mission of a Toastmaster Club is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and lead.

Falls Road, Big Sky ^ FREE ^ Live music.

5417 Trumpeter Way, Missoula ^ $35 GA advanced ^ (406) 549-2777 ^ bigskybrew. com Live music.

Mandy Rowden 7pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ FREE ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Weatherwood 7-10pm ^ Bozeman Hot

Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners ^ Pool Admission ^ All Ages ^ (406) 586-6492 ^ www.bozemanhotsprings.co Steve Marty, guitar and mandolin, Chelsea Hunt, fiddle, and Lindsay Turnquist, hammered dulcimer and percussion.

Once Upon a Mattress 7:30pm ^ The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com A Tony Award winning family favorite!

Monica Rizzo 8pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

James McMurty (SOLD OUT) 9pm ^ Live

From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $40 ^ livefromthedivide.com Live music.

Hogan and Moss and the Old Weird America 10pm-1am ^ The Lotus Pad, 120

Big Pine Dr Unit 2, Big Sky ^ (406) 9952728 ^ www.lotuspadbigsky.com Scorch folk: Original songs with old souls, the Carter Family canon, Appalachian trad, Delta soul, Gypsy swing and gospel blues, passion, speed and drive.

Friday, Jul. 28 Red Ants Pants Music Festival , ^ week-

end $135 adv / $150 gate, 12 & under FREE ^ all ages ^ redantspantsmusicfestival.com The seventh annual Red Ants Pants Music Festival in White Sulphur Springs takes place the last weekend of July.

Pickleball 9am-noon ^ Southside Tennis Courts, ^ 55+ ^ An Active Aging event.

Garden & Home Tour 4-8pm ^ The Em-

erson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 5879797 ^ www.theemerson.org Showcases of unique and memorable horticulture and design.

Claudia Williams 5:30-8:30pm ^ Kountry

Korner Cafe, 81820 Gallatin Road, Bozeman ^ all ages ^ (406) 586-2281 Claudia from Montana Rose, live music while you dine.

Young Dubliners 7pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $16 (at Cactus Records) ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Bridge NOW! Trade & Life School Art & Social/Networking Events 7-9pm ^ Bridge

NOW! Trade & Life School, ^ Starting from $25 creativity workhop, Free tour to see Bridge NOW! Art & Exploration Garden ^ 406-600-7237 ^ www.facebook.com Helping & serving the community with affordable creativity workshops. A place to meet new friends, network & learn.

Eryn Bent 7pm ^ Norris Hot Springs, Rr

84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www.norrishotsprings.com Live singer/songwriter music.

Tim Montana & the Shrednecks 7pm ^

The Old Saloon, 210 Railroad Ln, Emigrant ^ (406) 333-4482 Live music.

Once Upon a Mattress 7:30pm ^ The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com A Tony Award winning family favorite!

Gallatin Speedway Races 7:35pm ^ Gallatin Speedway, 2290 Tubb Rd, Belgrade ^ $10 adult, $8 junior/senior, kids 12 & under free ^ (406) 388-9666 ^ www.gallatinspeedway.com “Where the valley heats up” races every Friday night.

Polly O’Keary and the Rhythm Method

9pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

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The Secret Lives of Mountain Lions Wed. July 26 - REI, 19th Ave. Bozeman

Todd Green 7pm ^ Norris Hot Springs, Rr

Weston Lewis 7pm ^ Norris Hot Springs,

Once Upon a Mattress 7:30pm ^ The Ellen

CD Woodbury 7pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201

84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www.norrishotsprings.com Live acoustic eclectic music.

Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com A Tony Award winning family favorite!

Nitecare 9pm ^ The Filling Station, 2005

Hawthorne Roots 9pm ^ The Murray Bar,

Parker Milsap 9-11pm ^ Live From the

Daniel Kosel 9pm ^ Sacajawea Hotel, 5 N

Claudia & Friends 9pm ^ Chico Hot

Justin Case Band 9pm ^ Chico Hot Springs, 20 Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www.chicohotsprings.com Live music.

Sunday, Jul. 30 Red Ants Pants Music Festival , ^ week-

end $135 adv / $150 gate, 12 & under FREE ^ all ages ^ redantspantsmusicfestival.com The seventh annual Red Ants Pants Music Festival in White Sulphur Springs takes place the last weekend of July.

Fresh Life Church 11am-12:30pm ^ Em-

Justin Case Band 9pm ^ Chico Hot Springs, 20 Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www.chicohotsprings.com Live music.

The Way Down Wanderers 9:30pm ^

The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ $10 advance, $12 door ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-0585 Equal parts fast-paced and soulful, 5-piece modern-folk Americana act.

Saturday, Jul. 29 Red Ants Pants Music Festival , ^ week-

end $135 adv / $150 gate, 12 & under FREE ^ all ages ^ redantspantsmusicfestival.com The seventh annual Red Ants Pants Music Festival in White Sulphur Springs takes place the last weekend of July.

Gallatin Valley Farmers Market 9am

^ Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Everything sold at the market is homemade or homegrown.

Garden & Home Tour 9am-4pm ^ The

Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Showcases of unique and memorable horticulture and design.

Peace Through Diversity 10am-noon ^

Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ All ages ^ 406-570-7752 ^ bozemandharmacenter. org To promote peace within ourselves, the local community, and the world, this event will combine brief public talks by community leaders with short periods of silent contemplation.

Two Story Ranch with Monica Rizzio 7pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $5 ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Main St, Three Forks ^ Live music.

5 N Main St, Three Forks ^ Live entertainment!

W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ $5 ^ (406) 5870585 Live music.

201 W Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

Sunrise Karaoke 9pm ^ Sacajawea Hotel,

Rr 84, Norris ^ (406) 685-3303 ^ www.norrishotsprings.com Live acoustic rock music.

erson’s Crawford Theatre, 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www. theemerson.org Church service every Sunday.

2017 Summer Education Series: Ecosystem- River 3-4pm ^ Montana Raptor Con-

servation Center, 3600 Springhill Rd, Bozeman ^ (406) 585-1211 ^ montanaraptor. org Join MRCC for their new series of programs.

Once Upon a Mattress 3pm ^ The Ellen

Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $40 ^ livefromthedivide.com Live music.

Springs, 20 Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ chicohotsprings.com

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Monday, Jul. 31 Badminton 9-11am ^ Hope Lutheran

Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman ^ $5 Bozeman Resident ^ 55+ ^ An Active Aging Program.

Mobile Monday 11am-2pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Enjoy lunch while you soak up some fresh air on the Emerson’s lawn!

Pints with Purpose 5-8pm ^ Bridger Brewing, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman ^ All ages ^ (406) 587-2124 ^ www.bridgerbrewing. com Every Monday night Bridger Brewing donates $1 from every pint sold to a non-profit or charity.

Check our website (bridgerbrewing.com) for details.

Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com A Tony Award winning family favorite!

Jill Cohn 5pm ^ The Murray Bar, 201 W

Saturday Golf Clinics (Open to All) noon

Bingo Night 6-8pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

Bozeman Writers’ Group 6-8pm ^ Boze-

Junior Golf Clinic 3-4pm ^ Big Sky Golf

Bridger Mountain Big Band 7-9:30pm ^

^ Big Sky Golf Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $20/session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com A great opportunity to improve your golf game!

Course, $15 per session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com Learn how to improve various aspects of your golf game.

Bridge NOW! Trade & Life School Art & Social/Networking Events 7-9pm ^ Bridge

NOW! Trade & Life School, ^ Starting from $25 creativity workhop, Free tour to see Bridge NOW! Art & Exploration Garden ^ 406-600-7237 ^ www.facebook.com Helping & serving the community with affordable creativity workshops. A place to meet new friends, network & learn.

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

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ (406) 2223628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Bingo night at Pine Creek Lodge! Every Sunday. $5 per card. Cash and other prizes.

Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ no cover ^ (406) 587-9996 Live music each Sunday.

Thermal Grass 7-10pm ^ Bozeman Hot

Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners ^ Pool Admission ^ All Ages ^ (406) 586-6492 ^ www.bozemanhotsprings.co Newgrass, Jazz, and Rock intertwine with Bluegrass in an unpredictable yet very enjoyable way.

Park St, Livingston ^ (406) 222-6433 ^ www.themurraybar.com Live music.

man Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ 406-570-7752 ^ www. bozemanlibrary.org The group welcomes all levels of writers, and encourages the free exchange of ideas among writers in the Board Room on the second floor.

CD Woodbury 7pm ^ The Filling Station,

2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman ^ $7 ^ (406) 587-0585 Live music.

Whitney Rose 9pm ^ Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $25 ^ livefromthedivide.com Live music.

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

GREATER YELLOWSTONE COMMUNITY

EVENTS CALENDAR Tuesday, Aug. 1

The Motet - Sweet Pea Festival Friday, August 4 • 8pm • The Bowl

Ladies Golf Clinics 10am-5:30pm ^ Big

Sky Golf Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $20/session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com A great opportunity to improve your golf game!

Bogert Farmer’s Market 5-8pm ^ Bogert

Park, S. Church Ave., Bozeman ^ www. facebook.com Vendors from around the area bring vegetables, arts, crafts, music, food and much more!

SW MT Crohn’s & Colitis Community Support/Education Group 5:30-7pm ^

Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital PINE ROOM, ^ Free ^ all ages ^ 406-209-0277 The group offers support and education for those suffering with inflammatory bowel disease and their friends and family.

Life Drawing 6-8pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ $10 ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Takes place in the Weaver room, open to the public with a $10 drop in fee. Participants must bring their own drawing supplies.

Chord Rustlers Rehearsals 7pm ^ Hope

Lutheran Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman ^ If you are a fellow who loves to sing, join us in singing four-part harmony on Tuesday evenings at 7 pm. www.chordrustlers.org

Jill Cohn 7pm ^ Lockhorn Cider House, 21 South Wallace Avenue, Bozeman ^ (406) 404-1168 ^ lockhornhardcider.com Live music.

Karaoke 9pm ^ Bar IX, 311 E Main St,

Bozeman ^ (406) 551-2185 ^ www.bar-ix. com Make your voice heard at Bozeman’s Choice for karaoke every Tuesday from 9-close.

Jason Eady 9pm ^ Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $25 ^ livefromthedivide.com Live music.

Wednesday, Aug. 2 1 Million Cups 7:30-8:30am ^ Red Tractor

Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ (406) 359-1999 ^ www.redtractorpizza.com The first Wednesday of each month, the 1MC program offers two local entrepreneurs an opportunity to present their startups to a diverse audience.

Sensational Babies 10-11am ^ Museum

of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Free for members, $5 ^ Birth - 36 months ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Read, talk, sing and play with your baby through sensory awareness activities and explorations designed specifically for newborns, one- and two-year-olds.

Lunch on the Lawn 11:30am-1:30pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Enjoy live music, local food trucks and kids activities.

Lunch on the Lawn 2pm ^ The Emerson

Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Live music, local food vendors, and kids’ activities.

WSE’s Livingston Farmers Market 4:30-

7:30pm ^ Sacajawea Park Band Shell, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ (406) 222-0730 ^ www. westernsustainabilityexchange.org This destination event will have locally grown produce and meat, baked goods, prepared foods, beer, and arts, crafts, jewelry, and music.

Liberty Toastmasters 6-7:30pm ^ , ^

4065818306 The only evening Toastmasters International club in Gallatin County, invites you to join us to sharpen your speaking and leadership skills.

Pickin’ in the Parks 6:30-9:30pm ^ The

Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman ^ Free ^ all ^ 406-582-2910 ^ www. friendsofthestory.org Pickers, singers, listeners, dancers, on-lookers of all abilities are welcome.

Gallatin Valley Botanical Farm Dinner

6:30-9:30pm ^ Gallatin Valley Botanical, ^ $110 per adult ^ All Ages ^ www.seasonalmontana.com Dinner is served under the big blue Montana sky in the middle of the most amazing fields of delicious vegetables.

Bozeman’s Original Pub Trivia 7-9:30pm ^

Pub 317, 321 E Main St Ste 317, Bozeman ^ 21+ ^ (406) 582-8898 ^ www.pub317. com Bring your friends and test your smarts during our Wednesday night trivia. Topics include sports, history, politics, geography, science, animals, and many more.

Trivia Night 7-9pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $5 entry/ team ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Categories change weekly.

Drink and food specials.

Swingley Jazz 7pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

Trivia Night 8pm ^ Midtown Tavern, ^

(406) 404-1404 Grab your friends and head down to Midtown for our Wednesday Night Trivia and WIN PRIZES!

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Thursday, Aug. 3 Bookmobile Visits 11:15am-noon ^ Haw-

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ FREE ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

thorne School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will visit Bozeman Elementary Schools this summer.

Tedeschi Trucks Band + The Wood Brothers + Hot Tuna 7pm ^ KettleHouse Amphithe-

ACE Hardware (Downstairs), ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ The mission of a Toastmaster Club is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and lead.

ater, along the Blackfoot River, Bonner ^ $45.00 - $65.00 ^ logjampresents.com Roadtrip to the new Kettlehouse Amitheatre in Bonner, MT for music.

Cowboy Classics 7:30pm ^ The Ellen The-

atre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ Pass to all 13 movies for $54.50 ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com 4th Annual Summer Wester Series.

Trivia Night 8pm ^ Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E.

Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-9355 ^ www.rockingrbar.com Trivia followed by a live DJ 10pm- close.

Trivia 8pm ^ The Molly Brown, 703 W.

Toast Masters noon-1:10pm ^ Owenhouse

Bookmobile Visits 12:30-1:15pm ^ Irving

School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will visit elementary schools this summer.

Bookmobile Visits 1:30-2:15pm ^ Morning Star Elementary School, 830 Arnold St, Bozeman, Bozeman ^ (406) 522-6500 ^ ms.bsd7.org Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will visit elementary schools this summer.

Bookmobile Visits 2:30-3:15pm ^ Longfel-

low School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

Babcock, Bozeman ^ (406) 552-7362 Bar tabs for the top 3 teams.

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

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Livingston Hoot 4pm ^ , ^ FREE ^ Family ^ Free event providing fun, food and music from Jon Cleary and The Quebe Sisters.

Belgrade Community Market 5-8pm ^

Lewis & Clark Park, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ www.belgradecommunitymarket.org Homemade, Handmade, and Homegrown Local Vendors - Bring the Family & a Picnic for a fun night.

In This Moment: HALF GOD/HALF DEVIL TOUR w/ Motionless in White, Vimic, Little Miss Nasty 6pm ^ Shrine Auditorium, ^ $33.50 advanced ^ All Ages ^ Presented by 11:11 and Jade. Live music.

Music on Main 6:30pm ^ Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman ^ Come and enjoy music, food and activities at the 17th annual summer concert series.

Gallatin Speedway Races 7:35pm ^ Gallatin Speedway, 2290 Tubb Rd, Belgrade ^ $10 adult, $8 junior/senior, kids 12 & under free ^ (406) 388-9666 ^ www.gallatinspeedway.com “Where the valley heats up” races every Friday night.

The Quebe Sisters 9pm ^ Live From the

Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $30 ^ livefromthedivide.com Live western swing music.

Groovewax 9pm ^ Chico Hot Springs, 20

Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www.chicohotsprings.com Live music.

Saturday, Aug. 5 Sweet Pea 5K and 10K Run 7:15am ^

7pm ^ Big Sky Town Center, Ousel Falls Road, Big Sky ^ FREE ^ Live music.

Downtown Bozeman on Main St., ^ $13 ^ winddrinkers.org Kick off Sweet Pea weekend with the 39th running of the Sweet Pea Run. Register by July 1st for Early Bird pricing $13.

Wood & Wire 9pm ^ Live From the Divide,

Gallatin Valley Farmers Market 9am

Music in the Mountains: The Last Revel

627 East Peach Street, Bozeman ^ $30 ^ livefromthedivide.com Live bluegrass music.

Friday, Aug. 4

^ Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman ^ (406) 582-3270 ^ www.gallatin.mt.gov Everything sold at the market is homemade or homegrown.

Pickleball 9am-noon ^ Southside Tennis

Liv Ladies AllRide 9am-5pm ^ Big Sky

Courts, ^ 55+ ^ An Active Aging event.

40th Annual Sweet Pea Festival 3:30-

10pm ^ Lindley Park, 626 E Main St, Bozeman ^ $20 adv, $30 Friday, $25 Sat, $15 Sun, Kids $10 adv ^ all ages ^ (406) 582-2291 Committed to its mission statement of “promoting and cultivating the arts.” Enjoy music, art, theatre, dance and community for Bozeman’s largest, longest running festival!

Resort, 50 Big Sky Resort Road, Big Sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ www.bigskyresort.com Bringing women together in a welcoming environment to enhance their lives on and off the bikes.

40th Annual Sweet Pea Festival 10am-

town Billings, ^ $52 per day, $93 for both days ^ Live music festival. View lineup online.

10pm ^ Lindley Park, 626 E Main St, Bozeman ^ $20 adv, $30 Friday, $25 Sat, $15 Sun, Kids $10 adv ^ all ages ^ (406) 582-2291 The Sweet Pea Festival is committed to its mission statement of “promoting and cultivating the arts.” Enjoy music, art, theatre, dance and community for Bozeman’s largest and longest running festival!

Claudia Williams 5:30-8:30pm ^ Kountry

Saturday Golf Clinics (Open to All) noon

Magic City Blues Fest 2017 5pm ^ Down-

Korner Cafe, 81820 Gallatin Road, Bozeman ^ all ages ^ (406) 586-2281 Claudia from Montana Rose, live music while you dine.

Mandy Rowden 6-8pm ^ Wild Joe’s Coffee House, 18 W Main St, Bozeman ^ (406) 586-1212 ^ wildjoescoffee.com Live music.

Mandy Rowden 6-8pm ^ Wild Joe’s Coffee House, 18 W Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 586-1212 ^ wildjoescoffee.com Live music.

Bridge NOW! Trade & Life School Art & Social/Networking Events 7-9pm ^ Bridge

NOW! Trade & Life School, ^ Starting from $25 creativity workhop, Free tour to see Bridge NOW! Art & Exploration Garden ^ 406-600-7237 ^ www.facebook.com Helping & serving the community with affordable creativity workshops. A place to meet new friends, network & learn.

Charged 5:30pm ^ The Ellen Theatre, 17

W. Main St., Bozeman ^ $21 ^ (406) 5855885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com Presented

by Implement Productions.

Chuck Wagon Dinner 6-9pm ^ Pine Creek Pavilion, ^ $85 ^ 406-224-4148 ^ chuckwagondinner.eventbrite.com Experience a rustic Montana cookout style dinner, under the Big Sky, of trout, ribs, and Blueberry Lemon pie.

Bridge NOW! Trade & Life School Art & Social/Networking Events 7-9pm ^ Bridge

NOW! Trade & Life School, ^ Starting from $25 creativity workhop, Free tour to see Bridge NOW! Art & Exploration Garden ^ 406-600-7237 ^ www.facebook.com Helping & serving the community with affordable creativity workshops. A place to meet new friends, network & learn.

Charged 8pm ^ The Ellen Theatre, 17 W.

Main St., Bozeman ^ $21 ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com Presented by Implement Productions.

Groovewax 9pm ^ Chico Hot Springs, 20

Miles South of Livingston, Pray ^ (406) 333-4933 ^ www.chicohotsprings.com Live music.

Sunday, Aug. 6 Liv Ladies AllRide 9am-4pm ^ Big Sky

Resort, 50 Big Sky Resort Road, Big Sky ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ www.bigskyresort.com Bringing women together in a welcoming environment to enhance their lives on and off the bikes.

40th Annual Sweet Pea Festival 10:30am-

7pm ^ Lindley Park, 626 E Main St, Bozeman ^ $20 adv, $30 Friday, $25 Sat, $15 Sun, Kids $10 adv ^ all ages ^ (406) 582-2291 The Sweet Pea Festival is committed to its mission statement of “promoting and cultivating the arts.” Enjoy music, art, theatre, dance and community for Bozeman’s largest and longest running festival!

^ Big Sky Golf Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $20/session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com A great opportunity to improve your golf game!

Fresh Life Church 11am-12:30pm ^ Em-

Hawaiian Open 1pm ^ Big Sky Golf

2017 Summer Education Series: Ecosystem Talks- Prarie 3-4pm ^ Montana Raptor

Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $80/ player ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com Golf tournament and pig roast all in one day.

Junior Golf Clinic 3-4pm ^ Big Sky Golf

Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $15 per session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort. com Learn how to improve various aspects of your golf game.

Magic City Blues Fest 2017 5pm ^ Down-

town Billings, ^ $52 per day, $93 for both days ^ Live music festival. View lineup online.

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

erson’s Crawford Theatre, 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www. theemerson.org Church service every Sunday.

Conservation Center, 3600 Springhill Rd, Bozeman ^ (406) 585-1211 ^ montanaraptor.org Join MRCC for their new series of programs.

Bingo Night 6-8pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ (406) 2223628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Bingo night at Pine Creek Lodge! Every Sunday. $5 per card. Cash and other prizes.

GREATER YELLOWSTONE COMMUNITY

EVENTS CALENDAR Bridger Mountain Big Band 7-9:30pm ^

Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ no cover ^ (406) 587-9996 Live music each Sunday.

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Monday, Aug. 7 Badminton 9-11am ^ Hope Lutheran

Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman ^ $5 Bozeman Resident ^ 55+ ^ An Active Aging Program.

Mobile Monday 11am-2pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Enjoy lunch while you soak up some fresh air on the Emerson’s lawn!

Pints with Purpose 5-8pm ^ Bridger Brewing, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman ^ All ages ^ (406) 587-2124 ^ www.bridgerbrewing. com Every Monday night Bridger Brewing donates $1 from every pint sold to a non-profit or charity.

Check our website (bridgerbrewing.com) for details.

Bozeman Writers’ Group 6-8pm ^ Boze-

man Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ 406-570-7752 ^ www. bozemanlibrary.org The group welcomes all levels of writers, and encourages the free exchange of ideas among writers in the Board Room on the second floor.

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Tuesday, Aug. 8 Tours for Tots 10-11am ^ Museum of the

Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Included with admission ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Introduce preschoolers (ages 3 – 5) to the wonders of museum learning.

Ladies Golf Clinics 10am-5:30pm ^ Big

Sky Golf Course, P.O Box 160001, Big sky ^ $20/session ^ (800) 548-4486 ^ bigskyresort.com A great opportunity to improve your golf game!

Tours for Tots 2-3pm ^ Museum of the

Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Included with admission ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Introduce preschoolers (ages 3 – 5) to the wonders of museum learning.

Lunch on the Lawn 2pm ^ The Emerson

Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Live music, local food vendors, and kids’ activities.

WSE’s Livingston Farmers Market 4:30-

Park, S. Church Ave., Bozeman ^ www. facebook.com Vendors from around the area bring vegetables, arts, crafts, music, food and much more!

Heart of the West Art Show and Auction

Blind Pilot & Gregory Alan Isakov 5-10pm

5-7pm ^ Best Western Plus GranTree Inn, ^ “For art collectors and enthusiasts, this event is not to be missed.”

Life Drawing 6-8pm ^ The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ $10 ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Takes place in the Weaver room, open to the public with a $10 drop in fee. Participants must bring their own drawing supplies.

Karaoke 9pm ^ Bar IX, 311 E Main St,

Bozeman ^ (406) 551-2185 ^ www.bar-ix. com Make your voice heard at Bozeman’s Choice for karaoke every Tuesday from 9-close.

Wednesday, Aug. 9 Sensational Babies 10-11am ^ Museum

of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Free for members, $5 ^ Birth - 36 months ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Read, talk, sing and play with your baby through sensory awareness activities and explorations designed specifically for newborns, one- and two-year-olds.

Lunch on the Lawn 11:30am-1:30pm ^ The

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^ Bogert Park, S. Church Ave., Bozeman ^ FREE ^ Kids and Parents ^ www.facebook. com Enjoy a free lunch and meet other local parents while your kids play and burn off some energy.

Register online.

7:30pm ^ Sacajawea Park Band Shell, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ (406) 222-0730 ^ www. westernsustainabilityexchange.org This destination event will have locally grown produce and meat, baked goods, prepared foods, beer, and arts, crafts, jewelry, and music.

Bogert Farmer’s Market 5-8pm ^ Bogert

Chord Rustlers Rehearsals 7pm ^ Hope Lutheran Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman ^ If you are a fellow who loves to sing, join us in singing four-part harmony on Tuesday evenings at 7 pm. www.chordrustlers.org

FREE

Summer Fun in the Park 11:30am-12:30pm

Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman ^ (406) 587-9797 ^ www.theemerson.org Enjoy live music, local food trucks and kids activities.

^ Bridger Brewing, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman ^ $37 advance, $42 door ^ All Ages ^ (406) 587-2124 ^ www.bridgerbrewing. com A very special night outdoors at Bridger Brewing!

Pickin’ in the Parks 6:30-9:30pm ^ The

Trivia 8pm ^ The Molly Brown, 703 W.

Babcock, Bozeman ^ (406) 552-7362 Bar tabs for the top 3 teams.

Trivia Night 8pm ^ Midtown Tavern, ^

(406) 404-1404 Grab your friends and head down to Midtown for our Wednesday Night Trivia and WIN PRIZES!

Open Mic 10:30pm ^ The Haufbrau, 22

S 8th Ave, Bozeman ^ Free ^ 21+ ^ (406) 587-4931 ^ www.facebook.com Bozeman’s only bar with live music 7 nights a week. Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

Thursday, Aug. 10 Tours for Tots 10-11am ^ Museum of the

Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman ^ Included with admission ^ (406) 994-2251 ^ www.museumoftherockies.org Introduce preschoolers (ages 3 – 5) to the wonders of museum learning.

Bookmobile Visits 11:15am-noon ^ Whit-

tier School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

Toast Masters noon-1:10pm ^ Owenhouse ACE Hardware (Downstairs), ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ The mission of a Toastmaster Club is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and lead.

Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman ^ Free ^ all ^ 406-582-2910 ^ www. friendsofthestory.org Pickers, singers, listeners, dancers, on-lookers of all abilities are welcome.

Heart of the West Art Show and Auction

Bozeman’s Original Pub Trivia 7-9:30pm ^

Bookmobile Visits 12:30-1:15pm ^ Emily

Pub 317, 321 E Main St Ste 317, Bozeman ^ 21+ ^ (406) 582-8898 ^ www.pub317. com Bring your friends and test your smarts during our Wednesday night trivia. Topics include sports, history, politics, geography, science, animals, and many more.

Trivia Night 7-9pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge,

2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $5 entry/ team ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Categories change weekly.

Drink and food specials.

Old 97’s 7pm ^ Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston ^ $20 ($15 advanced) ^ (406) 222-3628 ^ www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Live music.

Cowboy Classics 7:30pm ^ The Ellen The-

atre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman ^ Pass to all 13 movies for $54.50 ^ (406) 585-5885 ^ www.theellentheatre.com 4th Annual Summer Wester Series.

Trivia Night 8pm ^ Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E.

Main St, Bozeman ^ FREE ^ (406) 587-9355 ^ www.rockingrbar.com Trivia followed by a live DJ 10pm- close.

noon-9pm ^ Best Western Plus GranTree Inn, ^ “For art collectors and enthusiasts, this event is not to be missed.”

Dickinson School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

Bookmobile Visits 1:30-2:15pm ^ Mead-

owlark Elementary, 4415 Durston Rd, Bozeman ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

Bookmobile Visits 2:30-3:15pm ^ Hyalite School, ^ Bozeman Library’s Bookmobile will be visiting elementary schools this summer.

Braun Brothers Reunion Festival 2017 4-

10pm ^ Challis Idaho, ^ $124.30 3 day pass ^ Roadtrip to Challis, Idaho for 3 days of Americana, Texas Country, Red Dirt and Bluegrass music.

Belgrade Community Market 5-8pm ^

Lewis & Clark Park, ^ FREE ^ All Ages ^ www.belgradecommunitymarket.org Homemade, Handmade, and Homegrown Local Vendors - Bring the Family & a Picnic for a fun night.

Music in the Mountains: Deadphish Orchestra 7pm ^ Big Sky Town Center, Ousel Falls Road, Big Sky ^ FREE ^ Live music.

Rockin’ the Rivers 7:30pm ^ The Bridge, 1865 Highway 2, Cardwell ^ Montana’s favorite rockfest.

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

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