Bozeman Magazine October 2025

CONTRIBUTORS

ANGIE RIPPLE - PUBLISHER

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

JESSICA CAIROLI - LIVING LOCAL

Jessica is a Gallatin Valley native who loves all things Bozeman, and writing. She is completing her freshman year at Montana State University.

STEVE McGANN - RECREATION

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

BRIAN RIPPLE - PUBLISHER

Brian is a husband and father. A professional Sound Engineer & Stage Manager for live events. An artist & designer, a dog lover, and the Music Editor and co-publisher of this magazine.

STEPHY PRIETO - LIVING LOCAL

Stephy is an artist, yoga teacher, and wellness enthusiast. She lives with her husband half the year in Paradise Valley and the other half in Tulum.

EMMA LICHTWARDT - REC & HEALTH

Emma is is a multi-genre, freelance writer pursuing the thread of connection between people, place, and experience. She calls Bozeman home.

TIM FORD - REAL ESTATE

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

KATIE THOMAS - DINING

Katie was born and raised in Bozeman. She can usually be found writing, cruising farmer’s markets, building campfires, and critiquing restaurants with her friends.

KEVIN BRUSTUEN - SCREEN & STAGE

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

KEN WALCHECK - RECREATION

Ken Walcheck is a Bozeman resident, and a retired Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks Information Wildlife Biologist.

CYNTHIA LOGAN - COPY EDITOR

Cynthia has been a freelance writer and editor for nearly three decades. She assists individuals and corporations to further their branding.

KATHLEEN JOHNS - ASTROLOGY

Kathleen is the owner/founder of Mantra located in Bozeman, MT. Kathleen holds a degree in English Literature from MSU/Bozeman and is an avid high altitude gardener.

RACHEL PHILLIPS - HISTORY

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

MARY LANE - LOCAL LIVING

A writing major at Montana State University, Mary is minoring in psychology and sociology. She hopes to continue magazine writing after finishing school..

CARA WILDER - SCREEN & STAGE

Cara is atheater producer, director, and teacher, and stage and film actress. She is also a rabble rouser fighting for truth, justice and the American way.

B ZEMAN MAGAZINE

OCTOBER 2025 - VOLUME 19.5

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GIVING BOZEMAN A VOICE

Bozeman Magazine’s mission is to bring interesting information to an audience that is hungry for it. Our style is much different than that of many other publications—it’s not news, not press releases, not summaries of things that have already happened, not restaurant reviews. Our approach has always been to shed light on events before they happen, so that readers/community members can be a part of them.

We get behind the scenes of local restaurants and into the heads of the proprietors to find out how they see themselves within the community and what they do differently, both culinarily and civically. We share what is happening in the local real estate market, every month of the year. We spotlight local artists, featuring their artwork on each and every cover. We give local writers the opportunity to share their ideas, adventures, knowledge, opinions, and experiences with readers. In short, we give the community a voice. And we do that as citizens ourselves, truly as a public service, because we are Montanans who care about Montanans, and we value the collective voice of those who call this place home.

Each October, we look for fall events happening in the area and share them in the Greater Yellowstone events calendar, as well as in articles within the issue. This issue contains a Q&A with Bozeman Paranormal, and an interview with the iconic Dry Fly Saloon. We cover fall home maintenance tips, and dive into the healing power of meditation. Check out Pumpkins and Apples (including a list of seasonal festivities), and discover Bozeman’s Top 10 Neon Signs, along with other fascinating features.

I think you’ll find something new and interesting in every issue of Bozeman Magazine, and past content can be found at bozemanmagazine.com/ in a highly searchable format.

Please join in on putting your stamp of approval on all-things-Bozeman in the 11th annual Bozeman’s Choice Readers’ Poll—vote online October 1 - November 6, 2025 for the 2026 Awards, which will be announced on January 1, 2026. R

BOZEMAN DOESN’T HAVE A HOUSING SHORTAGE BOZEMAN HAS AN AFFORDABILITY SHORTAGE

Marisa Wesker and Joan Montagne

The Bozeman Water Adequacy ballot initiative (aka WARD) is a citizen-driven effort to link the critical issue of housing affordability with water availability. If passed, WARD would amend the Bozeman Municipal Code to allow developers to pay cash in lieu of water rights (CILWR) only if new residential developments include at least 33% affordable units for rent or sale.

To propose a new building project, a developer must demonstrate adequate water to support that development, either by transferring water rights to the city or paying CILWR. In a closed basin like the Gallatin Valley—where all water rights are spoken for—luxury developments stress the existing water supply.

To justify development in a limited basin, WARD requires developers to commit to affordability standards of 33% of new units. “Affordable” is defined as units rented at 60% of area median income (AMI) or sold at 120% AMI. In Bozeman, where the 2025 AMI is $120,700, an affordable home would cost less than $500,000, and an affordable two-bedroom rental unit would be capped at around $1,600 per month.

The Southwest Montana Building Industry Association (SWMBIA) published anti-WARD materials on its website, warning that WARD is “a ban on building homes” and would tie both developers’ and the city’s hands with respect to providing affordable housing. But in reality, WARD rethinks affordable housing incentives. For example, in 2022, the City passed an affordable housing ordinance that set affordability standards and allowed deviations from building codes (e.g., taller structure and fewer parking spots) in exchange for the construction affordable units. In contrast, WARD would allow developers access to the streamlined CIL-

WR program only in exchange for constructing affordable units.

Further allegations accuse WARD of failing to consult with experts or consider the needs of longtime locals. On the contrary, WARD is an intergenerational, interdisciplinary, and invested group of locals who have risked hard-earned professional reputations to create a more sustainable standard of living for all Bozeman residents. For example:

Dan Carty, a co-author of WARD, is a retired fisheries biologist and 27-year Bozeman resident. Before purchasing their home, Dan and his wife lived in sub-market-rate housing for 13 years. WARD is designed to help families like Dan’s, who are living and working in Bozeman, get their feet on the ground. An MSU alumnus and an established member of the Bozeman community, Dan believes that issues that affect us all should be affected by all.

Zeth Stone, a co-author of WARD, has lived and rented in Bozeman for nearly a decade and has a background in real estate appraisal. Zeth has watched as longtime community members have been priced out of Bozeman, prompting him to advocate for policies to meaningfully impact the housing market.

John Meyer, a co-author of WARD, moved to Montana in 1999 and to Bozeman in 2008. A biologist-turned-attorney, John has spent the past 15 years advocating for the people, landscapes, and wildlife of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Now, John lives in the exact type of development that WARD advocates for: a neighborhood with mixed-income housing, where longtime locals like John can afford to raise a family and continue working on behalf of Montana’s natural resources.

Marci Young works to educate the public about WARD, despite the City’s desire not

YOUR VOICE HEARD

to work collaboratively with its community members. “The City awarded $50,000 taxpayer dollars to an out-of-state agency to provide ballot education to Bozeman voters, rather than provide those funds to the local group, who are already well-versed in the mechanics of WARD.”

Lorre Jay, a co-author of WARD with a background in financial analysis, explains the forethought that went into the initiative: “The lack of affordable housing, displacement of longtime residents, and degradation of historic neighborhoods led many of us to consider an approach that matches the housing we need with the housing being built.” And, recent research by urban planning expert Dr. Kirk McClure demonstrated that Bozeman has an oversupply of unaffordable housing, and thus a greater set-aside for affordable housing is needed.

Marisa Wesker became involved with WARD during a legal internship. “Gathering signatures was my first experience with direct democracy—and it dispelled some of the political disillusionment I’ve felt. WARD is community action, where global issues of affordability and water conservation are effectively transmuted to the local stage.”

While Bozeman voters who signed the initiative likely had different priorities, they shared a strong desire to improve their community.

WARD is, at its core, citizen-driven. It’s a ballot initiative written by Bozeman residents for Bozeman residents. It’s not written by bureaucrats, faceless associations, or agenda-driven lobbyists. WARD is made up of students and teachers; retired volunteers and career attorneys; scientists and policy experts; homeowners and renters. WARD is, in other words, you. As WARD was written for you, WARD will be voted on by you. You, as a citizen of Bozeman, of Montana, of this country, have a constitutional right to determine your own future.

This November, WARD offers a future with increased access to affordable housing for the Bozeman community, conservation of Bozeman’s stressed water supply, and the chance to choose for yourself how Bozeman grows. G

THE IDIOM TO HAVE A BEEF MEANS TO HAVE A COMPLAINT ABOUT SOMETHING, TO HAVE A DISAGREEMENT WITH SOMEONE, TO BE DISSATISFIED WITH SOMETHING. THE WORD BEEF TO MEAN A COMPLAINT, DISAGREEMENT OR DISSATISFACTION CAME INTO USE IN THE UNITED STATES IN THE 1880S.

Marisa Wesker is a second-year environmental law student at the University of Denver and a member of the WARD working group. She interned for Cottonwood Environmental Law Center in Bozeman.

Joan Montagne has been a conservation activist in Bozeman for over 50 years. She wants to keep Bozeman a city where citizens respect the special place we have for humans, water, and the wildlife who call this valley home.

MIDDLE: (credit: Ocean Feng & Kai Darrell) Signature-gathering to get WARD on the ballot during an unrelated Bozeman protest.

BOTTOM: (credit: Will Hammond) Campaigning for the passage of WARD at MSU’s Catapalooza2025.

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BRITTANY PHELAN

Brittany Phelan was born in St. Louis, Missouri. Her love for the west started when she watched the 2002 animated movie, Spirit Stallion of the Cimarron. From then on she dreamed of living in the mountains, surrounded by horses. Brittany was nine years old when her family moved to Texas; she was very angry to discover that not everyone rode horses to school, as she had expected. When it was time for college she attended Colorado State University, earning degrees in Biology and Equine Science. This is where she discovered her love for the outdoors and photography. Her photography mainly featured her dog out in nature on their adventures together in the Colorado mountains.

While pursuing a Master of Science degree in Ecology at Western Colorado University, Brittany hiked the Colorado Trail with her dog. After receiving her master’s degree, she and her dog hiked the Continental Divide Trail. During her continental trek, Brittany fell in love with the landscape of southwestern Montana. From the fragrant sagebrush to the sprawling skies, the promise of adventure and deep history drew her to Bannack State Park. Brittany captures the essence of the old mining town in hopes that it brings others back to the feelings of ambition, hard work, and camaraderie that are characteristic of the small community. She has been the Assistant Manager at Bannack State Park for two years. She lives full time in the ghost town,

spending her free time photographing the old buildings in the park. She manages the park’s social media and designs most of the posters for park events.

Brittany’s art has been featured on 2024 Bannack Days and Bannack Ghost Walk posters. Being at the park year round, she has the opportunity to capture the town in any season, and practice her night photography. She uses her photos to express her love for the environment and to inspire others to

get out and explore. She credits her dog, Copper, not only for being an amazing model but for giving her the confidence to branch out and practice her photography.

Brittany’s online portfolio copperphotography.myportfolio.com features her photos, as well as videos from her travels and hikes. She hopes to continue to pursue her passion for photography and art while she’s living in the beautiful state of Montana. B

KID’S EAT AND STAY FREE!

screamed the sign, as I approached Bozeman from the east. The billboard for the Holiday Inn sat shamelessly on I-90 for years with that incorrect apostrophe, making my teeth itch. I had been commuting from Livingston to Bozeman for the summer, and I was assaulted daily by the fact that an advertisement had somehow made it from conception to a billboard. A BILLBOARD. How?? Could the Holiday Inn not afford editors? I considered contacting their corporate headquarters to report the egregiousness.

But one day, the billboard came down. It turned out that the Holiday Inn, once one of Bozeman’s only hotels (and the “nice” one where my grandparents stayed when they came to town), was closing. I still don’t know why it closed, but I watched the building, along with the rest of the community, expecting to see it torn down and another multi-lev-

el chain hotel go up. But that was not to be. Instead, it’s a new hotel now, where one of Bozeman’s best hole-in-the-wall establishments remains: the new and improved Dry Fly Saloon. A recent chat with Michaela Sabo, the restaurant’s food and beverage manager, revealed more.

KATIE THOMAS: First, will you tell me about the new hotel, Field and Stream, in which the Dry Fly Saloon is located?

MICHAELA SABO: The hotel group bought the building a couple of years ago, and they’ve been redoing everything down to the studs. One thing I really like about Field and Stream is that they make an effort to purchase existing buildings and revitalize them within the community, instead of tearing them down and building up something new. You can still see some of the bones of the original building, such as the wall out in the center room.

They kept some of the original stonework in the walls and ceilings. So there are callbacks here and there.

KT: How was the Dry Fly Saloon conceptualized?

MS: As many people know, the Dry Fly had its name back when this hotel was the Holiday Inn. It’s a great name and goes with the vibe; it goes with the name “Field and Stream” – so keeping the Dry Fly’s name was probably intentional. We opened on June 29th. The ceiling is covered with old vintage issues of the magazine Field and Stream. It’s awesome and on theme. The aesthetic just really embraces the outdoorsy life of hunting and fishing, hiking, and skiing at Bridger.

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

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MS: Well, we want people to come back here after they’ve gone fishing, skiing… whatever outdoor adventure they just went on, and have some great food before they go crash or relax in the hot tub outside. We think of the hotel lobby as the living room, and the Dry Fly is just an extension of that. We want people to feel comfy and cozy here and just get a nice home-cooked meal. We are all food-forward people here; we all love to eat, so we want people to want another bite. We want people coming back for more and telling their friends to come and join us, too.

KT: What would you say makes the Dry Fly unique in the Bozeman food scene?

MS: Our food is truly home-cooked meals that just make your soul warm. Our current chef worked with our executive chef on ideas for food items from around the area, items that are in line with what people might want when they’re coming to visit Montana. So, Montana food, like trout and bison, while also being a little bit different. For example, we have a bison cheeseburger on the menu, but we also have bison meatballs to go with spaghetti.

KT: What menu item do regulars keep coming back for?

MS: The Griddled Cheeseburger, which is similar to a smashburger, has been really popular. So have the smoked trout Caesar

and the trout dip. Our fresh half-chicken has a big old smothering of garlic gravy on top, and people have been loving that. And the s’mores pie. Oh my goodness, it’s so good. It is exactly what you would expect from the name; it’s mouth-watering. Our brunch items on the weekends are fantastic—the breakfast bowl is really good; our huckleberry muffins are excellent. We also have some pretty awesome cocktails, with mostly local liquors on the list. Almost all of our beer is local, too. We have some domestics, of course, but we’re trying to keep it in the valley.

KT: Do you personally have a favorite menu item?

MS: The Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich is pretty delicious. Our Brussel sprouts are also to die for: they’re baked first, and then they get tossed in bacon and some garlic confit, which we make in-house. And then our spaghetti and meatballs is really good, as well as our Hunter’s Chili Dip.

KT: Oh, chili dip sounds good.

MS: It’s really, really delicious. It’s not a huge menu, so we really took a lot of time to curate everything and make sure everything is super tasty.

KT: Tell me more about the Honey Hole situation.

MS: Yes, the Honey Hole is our gaming room, just past the Dry Fly here. It’s really spacious and good for watch parties. There’s a great pool table, and a menu with smaller bites and snacks.

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

MS: Well, I’m from here, so I feel that it’s just good people around here. Folks still wave at you when you’re driving by on a dirt road. It’s such a growing, good, beautiful community. I’ve heard guests that are staying at the hotel talk about how they are just blown away by not only how nice the area is, but how nice the locals are, too.

Another fun thing is that people still ask about the all-you-can-eat taco bar, which the former Dry Fly was known for. It’s funny how many people ask about it. But even though it’s a change, locals and visitors alike keep coming back, and it’s been fun to experience people coming in and telling us that they love what we’ve done with this space.

KT: Do you have any special events coming up?

MS: We plan to have some different watch parties, for MSU games and things like that. And we’re doing our grand opening party on October 1st, with fun snacks and different drinks with some local breweries and distilleries. We’ll have a band out in the enclosed backyard, and some mobile bars set up in different spaces like the Summit Room, which is the event space for holiday parties and other gatherings.

KT: What’s the best way for people to follow your events and happenings?

MS: Our Instagram is the best way: @dryflysaloonbzn, and we we’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/dryflysaloon.

KT: Anything else you’d like readers to know about the Dry Fly?

MS: We want the community to know that our main focus is on consistency, delicious food, and amazing service. There was a lot

of thought put into everything, which I really appreciate. And it’s nice to be part of a little bit of the revitalization of Bozeman.

I’ve always loved a hotel bar, so I was thrilled to learn that the Dry Fly is still with us. Although it’s no longer a dark little dive-y joint that smells like taco meat, it’s still a tucked-away eatery and bar that’s off the beaten path. And that’s getting harder and harder to come by. It feels festive in there, with its images of Labrador retrievers on the ceiling, and stuffed fish adorning the walls. It’s definitely family-friendly. I’ll be going there again… and I’m so grateful that billboard came down. K

Katie Lineberger Thomas spent six years reviewing restaurants for Explore Big Sky, and her work has been published in Edible Bozeman, Western Home Journal, Explore Yellowstone, Outside Bozeman, and others. She recently published her first fiction, the story “Terraces in the book, Deadly Yellowstone. Born and raised in Bozeman, Katie lives with her husband and their collection of beloved pets, and can usually be found writing, cruising farmer’s markets, building campfires, and critiquing restaurants with her friends.

5 E. BAXTER LANE • BOZEMAN (406) 505-5558 www.dryflysaloon.com

FOOD STYLE

Elevated American home cooking

DRINKS

Full bar, Coke products, Mexican sodas, espresso

HOURS

7am–10pm Honey Hole 10am-12pm VIBE

Hospitable old Bozeman with a new finish

ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND

TOM PETTY BIRTHDAY BASH COSTUME PARTY

Get ready, Bozeman — The Waiting is throwing down a Tom Petty Birthday Halloween Bash like never before inside the stunning Armory Music Hall! The Waiting is bringing the firepower of the full band, surprise special guests, and a setlist stacked with Petty classics, deep cuts, and unexpected favorites. Dress up for Halloween to win prizes for best costume, best Alice In Wonderland theme and more!

If you love the music, the vibe, and the wild-hearted spirit of Tom Petty — this is the night for you. Petty hits, Guest appearances, Cocktails, community, and rock & roll in the classiest room in town. Dress up or down, bring your crew, and join us as we celebrate the music that shaped a generation. Let’s light one up for Tom

THE WAITING

The Waiting is one of America’s most electrifying roadhouse rock and roll bands. And, as the name might suggest, their specialty is celebrating the music of Tom Petty, including songs from the Heartbreakers repertoire, Petty’s solo work, and songs from the supergroup The Traveling Wilburys. Since 2013, the band has thrilled diehard Petty fans and new converts alike throughout the American West. Whether they’re playing one of Tom Petty’s 38 songs

to hit Billboard’s Rock Chart, a treasured deep cut, or a song from his work under the moniker, “Charlie T. Wilbury, Jr.” As one reviewer put it, “The Waiting plays the music that everybody knows and everybody loves with a fiery energy that electrifies crowds with their outstanding musicianship and a single-minded devotion to showing every person in the crowd a damn good time.”

EMMA AND THE LEDGE

Emma and The Ledge is a guitar-slinging, blues-singing, sister duo from the Gallatin Valley. Inspired by Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, Beth Hart, and various blues and rock greats from the ’70s to ’90s, the pair brings an eclectic set of originals and covers with a re-imagined twist.

In 2024, the founding members, Emma and Abby Robino, expanded the band with the integration of drums and bass provided by Ethan and Aden Bellcock. The quartet’s extended sonic capabilities and presence launched the band into a new style featuring not only the blues and rock previously explored by the duo, but also an innovative fusion of the funk genre in both re-invented covers and redeveloped originals.

The Emma and the Ledge band has received much acclaim throughout the Gallatin Valley with their steadily increasing performances and pioneering sound. The band won the 2025 Bozeman Magazine’s Reader’s Choice “Best Blues Band”, making the Emma and the Ledge name the winner for two consecutive years!

EVENT DETAILS

DATE: November 1, 2025

DOORS OPEN: 6:00pm

EMMA & THE LEDGE: 7:00-8:00pm THE WAITING: 8:30-10:30pm

Anew beginning can happen at any time. No matter where you may be on your journey, you can always start over once again.

After 26 years, nine albums, and over a thousand shows, The Motet embark on another chapter galvanized in equal measure by their longstanding bond and a surge of fresh energy. The genre-breaking group—Dave Watts [drums], Joey Porter [keys], Garrett Sayers [bass], Drew Sayers [keys, saxophone], and Ryan Jalbert [guitar]—officially welcome Sarah Clarke [lead vocals] to the family. Their inimitable instrumental interplay proves just as fiery as ever, while her addition only fuels their collective flame higher.

They ignite a new era with their 2024 full-length album and first with Sarah on the mic, Love Time.

“It’s our first step into the world as this iteration of The Motet,” affirms Sarah. “It’s also an opportunity for folks to hopefully jump aboard and see where it goes.”

“It is the beginning,” agrees Dave. “We’re not in this for money or fame. We just want to be able to write songs and play shows. The fact we can travel as far as we do, go through everything as a team, and play music we wrote together is humbling. To see people coming out to shows, smiling, singing, dancing, and sustaining our careers is

nothing short of a miracle.”

The Motet bubbled up out of Colorado back in 1998. Their catalog has grown to encompass a bevy of fan favorite albums. In between, they have packed houses coast-to-coast. The band has impressively headlined their hometown Red Rocks Amphitheatre seven times as well as gracing the bills of Bonnaroo, Bottlerock, Electric Forest, Bumbershoot, Summer Camp, and High Sierra, to name a few.

The Motet first crossed paths with Sarah on tour. Blown away by her performance with her band Dirty Revival, Dave kept in touch, and asked her to sing at a handful of Bay Area shows in 2022. Sparks flew, chemistry sizzled and the collaboration showed immense promise. She soon found herself in the studio with the group, lending her powerhouse pipes to “Natural Light” and “We Got U,” paving the way for the new album Love Time.

“We’ve continued going down a path of funk, soul, and disco, but Sarah takes it all up a notch,” Dave smiles. “She has a unique way of approaching and lyrics, and she collaborates with the rest of us really well. We’re on the same road, but it has a different color to it.”

“As soon as we started working together more, I was so inspired,” Sarah adds. “It’s an honor to play with musicians of their caliber, and I knew The Motet was where I wanted to be.” They wrote

FUNK>SOUL>JAZZ

and recorded at a comfortable pace, locking into a groove throughout 2024. With Sarah based in Portland and the rest of the crew in Denver, they carved out pockets of time to collaborate on what would become Love Time.

The Motet went on to tease the album with a series of singles, including “Love Time,” “Thinkin Too Much,” and “Something Better.” On the latter, a pliable guitar lick weaves around strains of organ anchored to a head-nodding beat. Sarah’s soulful delivery on “Something Better” simmers until it practically melts into the song’s strut. Through her lyrics and against this smooth backdrop, she wrestles aloud with the insecurities and anxieties of parenthood.

“When Joey sent me the music, I was instantly drawn to it,” Sarah exclaims. “It gave me these feelings of listening to old Marvin Gaye. I wanted to bring some of that energy. Joey, Dave, and I all have kids, and there’s something about this world that can be a little scary as a parent. I was thinking of my son and wanting a better world for him.”

On “Thinkin Too Much,” an electric guitar groove and slick drums shape the soundscape as the vocals resound with vibrancy and vitality. It culminates on a chantable chorus punctuated by a bit of wisdom, “Don’t be thinkin’ too much about it.”

received, from neon greenery amidst the digital buzz, take me away.”

“A few folks in the band have enjoyed psychedelics before,” she grins. “We wanted to address some of the feelings that can come about in that space. It’s talking about freedom of mental expression, but also kind of getting lost in that space in a very positive way.”

“We’re all so thankful and excited to be here,” Sarah leaves off. “It was amazing to work on a studio record together, but the live show

“I had such a fun time developing the lyrics with Jalbert,” Sarah says. “We quickly settled on a concept surrounding the difficulties that come with overthinking, anxiety, and how difficult it is to focus on the positive parts of life. Sometimes, we have to focus on the little things that bring us joy instead of the bigger things that make us crazy. Perhaps, that’s easier said than done.”

On “Love Time,” a buoyant soundscape ushers bodies straight to the dancefloor. Revolving around slinky riffing and hypnotic synthcraft, the tune reaches its climax at just the right moment, “It’s make a little love time.”

“‘Love Time’ was fun to write, because I decided not to take it too seriously,” Sarah reminisces. “I wanted something that felt bouncy and happy—It’s a silly, flirty thing that plays with themes of attraction, sex, consent, and the funny feeling you get when you meet a potential partner for the first time. It’s joyfully unserious. In true Motet fashion, all we want you to do is dance.”

Then, there’s “Daydream.” A laidback slice of tripped-out funk bliss, Sarah sets the scene with no shortage of bright color, “Messages

is where it’s at. Now, I’d encourage you to come out and see it for yourself.”

As this new chapter gets underway, there’s still nothing like getting lost in the world of The Motet.

Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome The Motet for a live in concert performance at The ELM on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

Tickets will be available to purchase in person at Logjam Presents Box Offices and online while supplies last. General admission standing room only, reserved balcony seating and reserved balcony ledge seating tickets are available. All ages are welcome. S

FALL HOME MAINTENANCE PREPPING YOUR PROPERTY FOR THE SEASON AHEAD

As summer winds down and the crisp air of autumn sets in, homeowners have an opportunity to prepare their homes for the colder months ahead. Fall is a critical time for maintenance—addressing small tasks now can prevent costly repairs later, improve energy efficiency, and ensure your home remains safe and comfortable all winter long. Here are some key areas every homeowner should focus on during fall maintenance.

INSPECT AND CLEAN GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS

Leaves and other debris tend to pile up quickly in gutters during autumn. Clogged gutters can cause water to back up and damage your roof, siding, or even your home’s foundation. Make it a priority to clear gutters and check that downspouts direct water at least a few feet away from the house. Adding gutter guards can also save time and reduce maintenance needs in the long run.

SERVICE YOUR HEATING SYSTEM

Before the first frost, schedule a professional inspection of your furnace or heating system. A technician can clean components, check for leaks, and make sure everything is working efficiently. Changing filters regularly not only improves air quality but also helps keep your system running smoothly. If you have a fireplace or wood stove, have the chimney cleaned and inspected to prevent fire hazards.

SEAL GAPS AND DRAFTS

As temperatures drop, small cracks around windows, doors, and foundations can let in cold air—and drive up your energy bills. Walk

around your home and feel for drafts, especially near entryways and older windows. Use weatherstripping or caulk to seal gaps, and consider upgrading to storm windows if needed. Insulating your attic is another cost effective way to reduce heat loss.

CHECK YOUR ROOF AND EXTERIOR

Autumn is a good time to examine your roof for missing or damaged shingles, loose flashing, or other signs of wear. Addressing roof issues before heavy snow or ice arrives can prevent leaks and water damage. While you’re at it, inspect siding, paint, and exterior caulking. Touching up vulnerable areas now can protect your home from moisture and pests.

PREPARE YOUR PLUMBING

Frozen pipes can cause significant damage in winter. Disconnect and drain outdoor hoses, and shut off exterior faucets if possible. Insulate any exposed pipes in unheated areas like basements, crawlspaces, or garages. Inside, check for leaks or drips that could worsen in cold weather.

TIDY THE YARD AND GARDEN

Rake fallen leaves, trim dead branches, and cut back perennials as needed. Clearing debris keeps your yard healthy and prevents pests from nesting too close to your home. If you have a sprinkler system, arrange for it to be winterized before freezing temperatures arrive. Storing lawn furniture, hoses, and tools properly will also extend their lifespan.

TEST SAFETY DEVICES

As you spend more time indoors, it’s essential to ensure your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms are working properly. Replace batteries and test each unit. It’s also a good time to check fire extinguishers, and review an emergency plan with your household.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Fall home maintenance might seem like a long checklist, but tackling these tasks step by step can save you stress—and money— later in the season. By preparing your home now, you’ll create a warm, safe, and energy-efficient environment to enjoy throughout the colder months. Think of it as an investment not just in your property, but also in your peace of mind.

I have also included sales numbers for January through August of this year. In addition to the 451 homes sold during this period, another 91 homes are currently pending or under contract. This very similar to this same time last year, when 93 single family home sales were pending as of the date of this writing.

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 Big Sky Country MLS, and does not include private party sales, condominiums, or townhouses. Z

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

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PUMPKINS and APPLES PUMPKINS and APPLES

Mary Lane photo: Remy Brault

My favorite part about the fall season is the food. Whether it be the harvest, the production process, or consumption, every aspect of fall foods is exciting. The two most dominant flavors that come up (particularly in the sweets category) are apple and pumpkin. For those who are as interested as I am in the harvest season, I have compiled a list of all things apple and pumpkin. Whether it be harvesting, producing, or consuming, here are all the apple and pumpkin-related events going on in the Bozeman area this October.

LOCKHORN CIDER HOUSE THE BACKYARD BLEND

APPLES

APPLES

NOT ENOUGH OR TOO MANY APPLES

Montana’s climate and dryness makes it difficult to grow most things, especially fruit. Compared to most fruits, apples do relatively well in Montana because they are generally cold-hardy and resistant to fire blight (according to MSU Extension). As a result, it seems that a lot of people are in two different camps: those looking for apple picking options, and those who have a big tree with too many apples to know what to do with. If you look on Facebook or the Bozeman subreddit, you might stumble upon someone advertising their apple trees for harvest. In years past, this has shown to be a great way to get rid of or acquire excess apples; however, there are a few more exciting options to choose from.

GALLATIN VALLEY BOTANICAL AT ROCKY CREEK FARM

In Montana, the Bitterroot and Flathead Valley of Western Montana both contain a wide majority of the apple production in Montana. However, those interested in visiting an apple orchard this fall are not without options. The most famous choice is Gallatin Valley Botanical at Rocky Creek Farms, famous for their “U-Pick berries and apples.” Unfortunately, the prime time for apple picking is mid-late August through late September, so it’s unlikely the bears will have left anything behind by October. Luckily, Gallatin Valley Botanical will still have apples sourced from an orchard on Flathead Lake for sale at their farm stand Tuesday-Saturday 9-5, and Sunday 10-4. You can take apples home for some seasonal baking, or learn how to press your own cider on site! Those with excess apples are also welcome to bring their own to press into cider. You can always purchase pre-pressed cider at their farm stand this fall.

This year, Lockhorn Cider is continuing their tradition of the Bozeman Backyard Blend: a mixture of all the apples, crabapples, and pears grown locally are mixed together into one batch. Locals are encouraged to bring in 20-25 pounds of produce to trade in for a pint of cider. For those not interested in the process, you can always try one of their 14 (gluten-free) cider varieties, or their non-alcoholic hot cider, once it’s cold out. In the past, Lockhorn has worked with nonprofits like Haven and the Bozeman Symphony to give back to the community through the Backyard Blend.

PUMPKINS PUMPKINS

Again, Montana’s climate is not great for growing most fruits, and pumpkins are no exception. Tell Rothing from the Bozeman Maze sources pumpkins from a farmer in Three Forks. Apparently, they require a lot of attention, so he is thankful to have a great resource close by. Despite the fact that pumpkin patches are harder to come by, there are still some great local options for picking out the perfect pumpkin.

YELLOWSTONE ADVENTURES ALLIANCE HARVEST MARKET

The fifth annual Harvest Market will take place Saturday, October 4th from 11am-5pm at 13707 Cottonwood Canyon Road. This all-ages event will include food, vendors, and activities. These include bounce houses, a climbing wall, axe throwing (ages ten and above), zipline, face painting, yard games, and a tractor hay ride. Once you’re tired out, you can stop by the pumpkin patch to pick out your perfect carving specimen, and try some of the many concessions, which will include locally made pumpkin donuts, and apple cider. Check out the Yellowstone Adventures Alliance website for a list of vendors and more information.

THE BOZEMAN MAZE

Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years! Though the main draw is the ornate maze, done in a different shape every year, this year’s event will have a powerjump trampoline, minitrain, hay ride, corn bins, courtyard games, concessions and, of course, pumpkins. Though they do not grow their own pumpkins, they are sourced locally from a farmer in Three Forks. On alternating weekends there will be a petting zoo, as well as fresh produce vendors (see Facebook or their website for up-to-date details).

Bozeman Maze runs from mid-September- November 2nd Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, generally from 6-10 pm (check their website for specific hours). This event is dog-friendly, as long as pets are leashed and within the courtyard. Dogs are not allowed within the maze. Concessions include fresh-pressed cider (cold and hot) and a pumpkin spice beverage.

GALLATIN VALLEY BOTANICAL AT ROCKY CREEK FARMS FALL FESTIVAL & PUMPKIN PATCH

Every weekend of October through Halloween starting at 1pm, Rocky Creek Farm offers hay rides to their pumpkin patch, as well as to their apple-picking and cider pressing locations. On top of their cider and juice, their farm stand will have seasonal produce such as decorative gourds, dried flowers, ornamental grasses, and more pumpkins! They will also serve fresh apple cider donuts on Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you’re busy on the weekend, you can always pick up a pumpkin at their farm stand. See their Facebook page and website for more information.

STORY MILL PARK: ANNUAL PUMPKIN STROLL DROP & GLOW

Once Halloween rolls around and pumpkins have been carved, you are welcome to drop them off at the Story Mill Community Center anytime from 9am-2pm on October 29th. Then, from 6-8pm, Jack-olanterns will be lit and placed around the activity lawn in Story Mill Community Park for the pumpkin stroll. Hot apple cider will be served, and costumes are encouraged.

STORY MILL PARK, KIRK PARK PUMPKIN SMASH

Put on in part by Happy Trash Can Curbside Composting, Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department and the City of Bozeman Solid Waste Department, the tradition of the annual Pumpkin Smash continues at Story Mill Park. To help reduce waste after Halloween, Story Mill invites locals to bring old Jack-o’-lanterns and pumpkins to the park on November 8th from 11am-2pm to smash the old so they can help create something new through composting.

KENYON NOBLE’S 27TH ANNUAL PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST

Families are invited to spend a fun-filled afternoon on October 25, 2025, from 12 PM to 2 PM carving pumpkins at Kenyon Noble. Children ages 12 and under will each receive a free pumpkin, carve their favorite designs, and have the chance to win exciting prizes. Prize categories are divided into three age groups: 0–5, 6–9, and 10–12. At 2 PM, judges will select the top three winning pumpkins from each age group, with winners announced shortly afterward. (Winners must be present to claim prizes.) Costumes are encouraged for anyone who would like to join the fun. Snacks and free goodie bags filled with Spooktacular Halloween swag will also be available.

FOR THOSE WHO AREN’T AS INTERESTED IN THE HARVEST OR THE PRODUCTION PROCESS, THERE ARE ALWAYS PLENTY OF GREAT LOCAL OPTIONS FOR SEASONAL TREATS. RATHER THAN SUPPORT A MASSIVE CHAIN, WHY NOT TRY A PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE FROM ONE OF OUR MANY LOCAL COFFEE SHOPS, AND ENJOY AN APPLE-FILLED BAKED GOOD AT ONE OF OUR BAKERIES.

WILD CRUMB

This October, Wild Crumb bakery in downtown Bozeman will have some of their seasonal staples like pumpkin cheesecake, caramel apples, pumpkin loaves with maple brown butter, and their house made hot apple cider.

THE DAILY

The Daily cafe will have pumpkin cookies, pumpkin cheesecakes, and pumpkin flavoring that you can add to any drink you would like.

FEED CAFE

If you’re looking for breakfast/brunch with your Pumpkin Spice Latte, The Feed Cafe will have a pumpkin spice syrup for drinks, and the cold foam latte special will be an apple cake flavor.

FARMER’S DAUGHTERS CAFE

For their fall menu, Farmer’s Daughters is serving “pumpkin patch waffles,” a peach cobbler ice tea, and a brown sugar latte.

BEACON COFFEE ROASTERS

Beacon Coffee will be serving a pumpkin spice London Fog, a caramel apple latte, and a pumpkin spice chai. You can also try their pumpkin bar, available year round.

ROCKFORD COFFEE

Aside from the traditional pumpkin spice latte, Rockford Coffee will have a pumpkin spice chai, and a pumpkin sweet cold brew. They will also have rotating apple and pumpkin snacks, like pumpkin muffins, pumpkin and apple sweet bread, apple galettes, and scrumptious treats.

Whether you prefer Pumpkins or Apples, happy fall everyone. M

Mary Lane is a writing major at MSU Bozeman with a minor in psychology and sociology. She hopes to continue magazine writing after finishing school.

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Kathleen Johns is the owner/founder of Mantra located in Bozeman, MT. You can connect with Kathleen through her website at www.KathleenJohns.com

RAPTORS RESTORED

Montana Raptor Conservation Center Leads the Conservation Community

As Bozeman awaits the first turns of Bridger’s lifts, the stars who grace the slopes in early October need not bother with clunky machines to reach the ridge. Hawks, falcons, eagles, and osprey sail overhead in an aerial armada, negotiating the invisible pathways of migration. Autumn closes and their journey begins. Naturally, a community-wide celebration is in order to send them off. This is the Bridger Raptor Festival.

At the center of this event is the Montana Raptor Conservation Center (MRCC), a small but mighty nonprofit where every day is an ode to the animals’ resilience. The MRCC campus is a hidden treasure, featuring flight barns where eagles rehabilitate their flying skills, and raptor mews that house 14 ambassador birds. Take a stroll through the grounds on any given morning, and you may be greeted by the distinctive vocalization of a Short-Eared Owl, the intimidating call of a Red-Tailed Hawk, or the familiar hooting of a Great Horned Owl. MRCC operates as a hospital, and is not open to the general public. Injured raptors arrive from over 88,000 square miles of Montana, serving the Southwest, Central, and Eastern regions of the state. The animals here are evolutionary marvels: eyes that catch the faintest movement, talons built to strike, beaks perfected to rip and tear. Yet, even nature’s toughest beings can be pushed to their limits. Ninety-nine percent of the injuries treated at MRCC are inflicted by humans, including vehicle collisions, lead poisoning, and habitat destruction. MRCC seeks to rehabilitate these embattled birds. And healing goes hand-in-hand with teaching: raising awareness of how these creatures end up in need of help, and how we can prevent it in the first place.

THE (HUMAN) FACES OF RAPTOR FEST

Behind each raptor release is the team at MRCC. Among them is Director of Rehabilitation, Becky Kean. “In 2003, I signed up as a rehab volunteer,” Becky remembers. “Four years later, I was hired as Assistant Director and I’ve never looked back.” With degrees in Environmental Science and Raptor Biology, and experience ranging from field research to wildlife rehabilitation, Becky is a force of nature that has given numerous injured raptors a fighting chance of returning to the wild. Her expertise and steady hand form the backbone of the center’s rehabilitation program, and her work constitutes an admirable mix of composure and compassion.

Keaton Thomas, MRCC’s Director of Education, has always existed at the intersection of animals and academia. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Ecology and Management and a Master’s degree in Education. “My career began in 2015 at an eagle sanctuary and rehabilitation center in Central Oklahoma, where I discovered my passion for raptors,” she says. Since then, she’s worked with everything from penguins and flamingos to otters and bears. But the birds of prey kept calling her back.

She joined MRCC in 2023, and that fall marked her Raptor Fest debut. The event made quite a first impression. “It was incredible to see how the community rallies around raptor conservation,” Keaton recalls. She is now a leading conservation voice in the community. Her experience and action-based approach shines through at all MRCC events.

Carol O’Neil, a longtime volunteer turned raptor educator, personifies the joy of conservation. “I began volunteering at MRCC in 2014 with no prior experience—just a desire to give my time to a meaningful cause,” she explains. In the raptor world, Carol has seen it all. She started by filing papers and answering phones, but before long she began training in the rehabilitation department. Eventually, she transitioned to education, where she remains today.

It’s her zealous love for the birds that defines Carol as a life-long learner. “Without fail, someone in the crowd always asks a question I can’t answer,” she says. “Every day I discover something new about raptors, and that constant learning is what fuels my passion.”

WHY RAPTORS MATTER

MRCC brings incalculable value to the community with much-needed empathy and scientific acumen. Beyond the stalwart staff, a flock of volunteers support day-to-day operations. Still, there are those who struggle to comprehend the endless hours of care poured into a bunch of birds.

“Raptors are crucial to our ecosystems as they serve as top predators; without them, food webs would completely collapse,” Thomas explains. “They act as indicator species, with their presence revealing the health of an ecosystem. Additionally, these magnificent birds are a delight to observe, with their incredible beauty and strength!”

Protecting raptors means protecting the larger habitats they depend upon: the same water we drink, the wildlife and geology that support our tourism industry, the slopes that we ski. Raptors are part of the bigger picture, featuring everything Montanans know and love.

MRCC’s Executive Director, Vanessa Skelton sums up the birds’ importance well; “Every year, nearly 200 raptors come through our doors—injured, vulnerable, and in desperate need of help… by saving raptors, we’re protecting the web of life they help sustain.”

STORIES FROM THE FIELD

Emotional extremes are perhaps what render raptor encounters most memorable.

For Thomas, a story that stands out happened when she and Becky headed to Pray, Montana, to rescue a grounded bald eagle. “The ground was covered in about four feet of half-melted snow,” she recalls. “The eagle couldn’t fly, but it could still run—and it gave Becky and me a challenge! We kept collapsing through the snow and falling flat on our faces.”

“It was exhausting,” Becky adds, “almost slapstick at times—but two months later, that eagle was flying free. Moments like that keep you going.”

Becky’s most moving memory ups the emotional ante. “We coordinated a public release at Bridger Bowl. It took months of prepara-

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tion—making sure the bird was ready, that the habitat was right. But when that raptor finally took flight in front of hundreds of people, it was unforgettable. A moment like that shows the heart of what wildlife rehabilitation is all about: second chances.”

Wildlife advocates often posture as a “voice for the voiceless.” While it is important to speak on behalf of embattled animals against reckless encroachment, their wellbeing ultimately hinges on humans’ capacity to listen and empathize with their plight. MRCC’s work demonstrates the delicate balance of life and death that human interference imparts on individual animals who struggle to make a living— much like ourselves.

Or, in the words of Vanessa Skelton, “The instant a rehabilitated raptor spreads its wings and takes flight... that moment feels like magic—it’s a rush of hope, a reminder that even in the face of daunting challenges, healing is possible.”

EDUCATION… OR ELSE

While Raptor Fest is the main event, MRCC holds educational pr grams year-round. Schools, community groups, and visitors touring the Center get the chance to meet raptor ambassadors—birds that can’t survive in the wild but help teach people about their species. The Center is not open to the public, but private groups can visit the center with a reservation made through the MRCC website or by using the QR code below.

“Many attendees are often surprised to learn just how harmful lead ammunition and fishing gear can be not only to raptors, but to countless other living creatures,” Carol says. Much like migration routes themselves, many of the biggest threats raptors face along the way are completely invisible to them. With our help, these lurking challenges could be mitigated.

MRCC’s programs demonstrate the importance of community: raptors can’t be protected without our collective attention and care.

For Carol, Bozeman residents are critical to MRCC’s mission. “Protecting wildlife is to be aware of issues and take steps to make things better,” she says.

According to Skelton, when community members learn about and connect with raptors, “the abstract idea of conservation becomes deeply personal. You can almost see their mindset shift as they realize their role in protecting these creatures and the environment we all share.”

Healing goes hand-in hand-with teaching.

ON THE HORIZON

For all at MRCC, the goal is clear: keep returning as many raptors as possible to the wild, and continue growing public awareness.

“The community plays a vital role in safeguarding wildlife,” stresses Keaton. “We learn about injured raptors thanks to community involvement. Every action impacts both animals and people; as the saying goes, ‘We all live downstream.’”

Most exciting for Carol is the way more and more people now share their own raptor stories. “It’s inspiring to see growing awareness and appreciation for these magnificent birds,” she says.

Bozeman is uniquely situated in close proximity to its wildlife. The animals of the Gallatin Valley are our neighbors, our teachers, and our token of life’s fragility. As we marvel at the eagles migrating overhead, we must not lose sight of our collective power to ensure they fly on.

Thanks to MRCC’s example, our raptor neighbors are being restored with the spirit to reclaim their wild home, one rescue at a time.

“We’ve come a long way since my first Raptor Fest,” Becky muses, “but the future of raptors depends on people caring enough to act.”

Matt Kortan is an active volunteer at Montana Raptor Conservation Center. He is also a local conservation advocate, educator, wildlife photographer, snowboarder, and rock climber.

Image credits: Montana Raptor Conservation Center & Matt Kortan

An Unlikely Friendship with

Lucy Pike

In Bozeman history, the names Mary Doane, Emma Weeks Willson, Ellen Story, and Julia Martin are recognized, but when the community was in its infancy, many unknown women helped make this a great place to live.

I had the pleasure of being acquainted with one of these ladies. When we moved in next door to Lucy Pike in 1950, she became my best friend—an unusual combination because she was 80, and I was seven. When my mom decided it was time for us to move to town after the hard winter of 1948-49, she chose to buy a house at 319 North Grand, located between 313 and 323, both of which were owned by Mrs. Pike. One day, I volunteered to mow her lawn, and for payment I asked to use her new push mower to do our lawn. The deal was struck, and for five years I was her “lawn person,” and she was my best friend.

I spent many hours in her house, surrounded by plants, and parakeets she had taught to say, “pretty bird.” Her yard was full of gorgeous flowers and flowing ferns. We would chat, but I didn’t know much about her background. Recently, after finding photos of her and remembering how kind she was to me, I decided to learn more about this neighbor lady whom we dearly loved.

Lucy Matilda Shay was the daughter of George A. and Rebecca M. Shay. Her father, George had been a member of Company L, First Main Cavalry, and fought in the Civil War at the Battle of Gettysburg. He was wounded twice and spent time in Lincoln Hospital in Washington, D.C. Shortly after his discharge from the army, he returned to Maine; he and Rachel Willey were married on October 23, 1865. Their third daughter, Lucy was born January 6, 1870, in Milford, Maine.

In 1876, George left Maine and his young family for the Gallatin Valley, and homesteaded what would later become known as the

Carl Stimson ranch in Springhill. In 1877, he sent for his wife and four children, who traveled by Union Pacific Railroad to Corinne, Utah. George met them there and all came to the Gallatin Valley by wagon and team. At that time, Lucy was seven. The family moved onto the homestead twelve miles north of Bozeman and lived there until 1906, when they sold the homestead and moved to Bozeman, purchasing property on Grand Avenue North.

I found little information about Lucy from her arrival in the valley in 1877 until 1894. On November 22, 1894, at the age of twenty-four, she was married at her parents’ home near Bostwick Canyon to Park Penwell, the twenty-five-year-old son of Merritt and Mary Biggs Penwell. The wedding announcement in the Saturday, December 1, 1894 Bozeman Courier stated; “The ceremony was performed Thursday at 12 o’clock by Rev. F. J. Forbes, after which a magnificent wedding dinner was served. The pleasant farmhouse was decorated with a profusion of flowers and the presents were numerous, costly, and beautiful. Among the many gifts was a span of fine horses, a cow, a bedroom suit [sic] and a long list of presents in silver and linen. The happy couple will spend a week with friends in Butte and then make their new home on Mr. Penwell’s ranch near Belgrade.”

The couple divorced in 1905 and, according to the divorce decree, “That on or about the year 1898, the said defendant [Lucy] disregarding the solemnity of her marriage vows, willfully and without cause, deserted and abandoned the plaintiff [Park] and ever since has and still continues to live separate and apart from him.”

In 1914, she married William Pike at the Thornton Hotel in Butte. William, a native of England, had immigrated to Canada with his parents when he was four years old. He moved to the United States

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and farmed in the Judith Country before moving to Bozeman in 1910. He owned land in Bridger Canyon and in 1914 bought a farm near Lombard. Pike, who was 18 years older than Lucy, died June 13, 1920 of heart trouble at their 506 Grand Avenue North home. In November, 1934 Lucy sold a portion of William’s estate, 320 acres of the land in Bridger Canyon to Arthur, Lena, and Duane McKinney for $2,240. The McKinneys’ plan was to build the Flaming Arrow Ranch for boys; they hired Wallace Diteman as the construction supervisor. Unfortunately, Mr. McKinney died a month before the proposed opening date of the ranch, and his dream was never realized.

In addition to being a landowner and owner of several rental homes in Bozeman, 40-year-old Lucy’s occupation was listed as “nurse” in the 1910 census. Over the years, she cared for many community members including Mrs. Louis Stroup in 1906, her father George Shay, who died October 7, 1919, and her mother Rebecca, who died May 21, 1924. Lucy spent nine months in California in 1927 caring for her ill sister, Fannie Vreeland.

A woman with an independent spirit, Lucy never married again, and divided her time living at her different properties. Early Bozeman papers give a glimpse into her life. She lived on her homestead in Lombard and traveled to do her shopping and conduct business in Bozeman, where she owned several rentals on North Grand, West Lamme, and South Sixth. The March 19, 1918, Bozeman Daily Chronicle reported that “Lucy Pike of Lombard was in Bozeman on Monday shopping.” The October 19, 1920 Chronicle reported that she “spent a few days in Bozeman before returning to her ranch at Clarkston to look after harvesting until the work is done.” The June 12, 1923 paper reported she “transacted business and visited friends in Clarkston.”

English Post Corp No. 10 of Bozeman was organized in 1885. George Shay was a member of the William English Post and when he died in 1919 was the last living member of the Post who had served in the Battle of Gettysburg.

Lucy and her mother Rebecca were members of the Women’s Relief Corps of Bozeman and devoted much time to the organization. In 1922, they attended the state encampment at Kalispell. The work of the WRC was charity, and their mission was to care for Civil War veterans. In 1923, Lucy entertained ladies at her home on North Grand in the first of a series of “Vanishing Teas.” These allowed the members

to replenish their treasury for use in their work.

Travel was an important part of her life. She went to Utah for visits with her brother, Al, and to California to visit her sister Fannie. Sometimes she would be gone for ten days, other times for months on end. In 1936 she and J.S. Edwards, James Forristell, M. Dickman, Henry Rice, and Tom Ruscus, five veterans of the Indian Wars, attended a pow wow in Hardin. In April 1940 she, her niece Gladys Vreeland, Mrs. E.C. Haggerty, Mrs. George Belshaw, and Mrs. T.J. Gilkerson toured Yellowstone National Park. The paper reported, “An early trip through Yellowstone Park is the most pleasant… roads were in excellent shape and not even wet. Snow was over the divide.”

Throughout her life, Lucy was an avid gardener, entered many flower shows in Bozeman, and usually won. In the 1922 Montana Power Company Home Improvement Contest, people were urged to drive around to see her gardens at 313 North Grand. She won first place for her Boston Sword Fern in the 1928 Gallatin Inter-Mountain Fair, as well as other awards. In 1952, at the age of 82, she won the Unclassified Division at the 6th annual flower show of Gallatin Empire Garden Club.

Lucy was extremely proud of the fact that her father had served in the Civil War. That pride led her to become part of the Women’s Relief Corps of Bozeman, the official women’s auxiliary of the G.A.R. The Grand Army of the Republic, founded in 1866, was composed of veterans who served in the Civil War. The group dissolved in 1956 upon the death of the last member. The G.A.R. was the federal organization responsible for securing pensions for veterans and helping to establish Memorial Day as a national holiday. State organizations were known as Departments; local groups were called Posts. The William

Lucy served as president of the WRC in 1923, 1925 and 1926— and served many years as the secretary of the state WRC. In 1928, the G.A.R. monument was erected in Sunset Hills Cemetery and stands today near the Vietnam Wall.

When I met Mrs. Pike, she was already 80 and would only live independently for five more years. When we moved from town out to our farm in March 1955, she moved to Three Forks to live with her niece, Mrs. Earl Driscoll. Lucy Matilda Shay Penwell Pike died on Sunday, April 26, 1959, at the age of 89.

I have my memories—her giving me a birthday cake and the two of us celebrating on my 9th birthday, watching her dress up each Halloween as a witch and greeting the trick or treaters on her porch, or spending afternoons talking. I wish I had asked more questions about Montana history and her life. She would have been a wealth of knowledge about early Bozeman. She will always be affectionally known to my entire family as Grandma Pike. I will never know why Lucy M. Pike became my best friend, but I was very fortunate to have her in my life. B

Special thanks to Gallatin History Museum volunteer Jody Boland for helping with research on Lucy Pike.

Mary Ellen Fitzgerald is a Gallatin Valley native whose ancestors arrived in the valley by 1867. She was an English and history teacher for over 37 years before being elected as the Gallatin County Superintendent of Schools in 2002, retiring in 2015. She is currently a member of the Belgrade School Board, the Historic Preservation Board of Gallatin County, the East Gallatin/Hamilton Cemetery Board, and the Gallatin History Museum Board.

Traditionally, October’s edition of Bozeman Magazine revolves around all things haunted and supernatural. It’s been a while since we have published an interview with the Bozeman Paranormal Society, so let’s reconnect with the BPS Founder and President, Elies, and catch up on the SPOOKY! Elies is joined by BPS member John, BPS Vice President Josh and BPS Tech Director James.

KATHLEEN JOHNS (BOZEMAN MAGAZINE): Hi everyone! It is great to see you all. What’s been going on with the Bozeman Paranormal Society?

ELIES: Well, you know, we’ve been really busy. We just had our 4th annual Big Sky Paranormal Conference at the Clark Chateau in Butte featuring twenty plus speakers, classes, raffles, ghost hunting and other activities, like a costume contest. We’ve been doing cemetery walks and ghost tours, UFO sightings and group ghost hunting. I began this group 13 years ago, after it came to me in a dream. I felt it was my calling to start the investigation group, and it really was. This group has helped me immensely mentally, exploring the paranormal. We decided to contact the Copper King Hotel and Convention Center in Butte, and after that, it’s all history!

We started out as a very newbie group; now, we are considered a very professional group in the state of Montana. We are noted for our Ghost Tours and other public events, as well as our private investigative work. We have about seven thousand followers across our social media platforms –Tik Tok, YouTube and Facebook. We have been mentioned in many online and print articles, and even in two books. We have become very popular, and there is always something going on! Our group not only investigates spirits, we also research UFOs… anything that involves the unknown. We are always searching for answers. We are also kind of a historical group in that we try to connect the spirits we find with the history of the building or location. We like to find out why they are there, whether they are happy where they are, and get the message out there that a building is or isn’t scary, or if it’s haunted. If it is a place that is haunted, we teach people how to deal with that. We are also a nonprofit.

ELIES

: Sunset Hills Cemetery for me.

JAMES: Well, I would say one of the most thrilling places to investigate in Bozeman is its classic and historical theatres. As a theatre buff, I am always thrilled with them. I know that Elies had some experiences with the ghost of Pablo Elvira (famous opera singer and Bozeman resident who died in 2000) at The Rialto theatre downtown a few years ago.

KJ: Yes! Pablo! I was at The Rialto on that investigation with Elies! Pablo’s voice was caught on the recording equipment during that investigation, right?

ELIES: Yep. And we are still, to this point, the only group to investigate that location.

cemetery tour. I was sending enough protection to everybody that they were all OK. Insane! And then we watched the shadow figure go through the tree line.

JOSH: Sunset Hills Cemetery is pretty spooky. I caught a shadow walking under a tree, and I saw somebody walk through a bush and disappear. I also have some fantastic orb photos from the cemetery.

KJ: Yikes! Would you say that you catch things on paranormal investigations as well as on cemetery tours?

ELIES: It depends. Sometimes we do, sometimes we don’t. I know John would probably like to tell you about his favorite place.

JOHN: The investigation I got the most interesting photo from was at Chico.

ELIES: He caught in that photo what looks like the ghost of a little girl.

KJ: That is spooky! I have also had paranormal experiences at Chico, in particular with a ghost known as Percy–an older woman who is said to have been an owner there. In fact, I was soaking in the pool once years ago, drinking a margarita, and it got kicked into the pool and dumped over. It didn’t fall; it got kicked by an unseen foot.

ELIES: Oh! I have to tell you a story about Percy. I was presenting to Chico on the paranormal evidence we captured—we caught some good evidence of Percy talking, and some other evidence. There is research that Percy may have had some mental illness, perhaps alcoholism, and if guests leave a drink out at night, it will get knocked over.

KJ: OH! I bet that was Percy who dumped my drink!

KJ: Wow, your group has grown a lot! Between the four members here tonight, do you have a consensus on the scariest place you have ever investigated in the Bozeman area?

KJ: Elies, you mentioned Sunset Hills Cemetery. What made Sunset Hills so spooky to investigate?

ELIES: Well, sometimes we will hear (paranormal) gunshots in the area, which I assume is tied to something historically prior to what that area was used for. Sometimes you will see a shadow figure in the area that will show itself. I’ve heard a woman talking. While just walking through there, you know, taking a nice hike, I’ve heard voices, seen shadow figures. I even saw a shadow figure walk out of a line of trees, and that freaked out most of the people I was with who saw it, too. To reassure them, I said; ‘Oh, it’s just trying to scare you, just keep walking. DON’T RUN! It’s not a horror movie!’ This was during a

ELIES: We were allowed access into some of the other areas at Chico, like the outbuildings, and caught the energy of a man who would walk right through pieces of equipment and then disappear. We think that there is a ley line (invisible line of energy connecting natural formations or ancient sites around the world) in there that allows spirits to come and go. We will have to investigate further and use my dowsing rods.

KJ: Can you talk about some of the other paranormal hot spots in our area?

JOSH: Bear Canyon.

ELIES: Bear Canyon. There is a little girl there. We have been up there as a group quite a bit and have had experiences with the energy of a little girl. The legend is that the little girl is supposed to lure female hikers into the deep woods, where they become lost. Our experience with the little girl is different–she

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is playful and nice. She likes to talk. We have recorded conversations of her talking to a man. Legend has it that she drowned in the river in that area that was at one time used for logging purposes. I’ve heard my name being called by this little girl. I’m not afraid of little children’s spirits; they mostly make me sad. We have also had encounters with a man who smokes cigarettes. We would smell cigarettes and then the odor went away only to come back again, like he is following us. Sometimes we see a mist up there, so we follow the mist. I have heard my name being called. Once, we were walking up the trail two or three hours into our investigation and we realized we had lost cell service. When we were coming back out of the canyon, someone in the group had gotten a phone call and it was just static, white noise on the other end (also known as a “dead call”). It was very strange.

KJ: Any other haunted locations you would like to mention?

ELIES: Sacajawea Hotel in Three Forks is pretty active.

JAMES: The Sacajawea Hotel is incredibly haunted and active! It is haunted by a bellhop, and by a small child who roams the halls. There is a lady who wears a dress that strolls around outside at midnight near the pavilion.

ELIES: There is the maid who walks in and out through the walls. I was upstairs and I

heard the sound of someone walking quickly towards me but there was no one around. We also had a member up on the third floor getting choked by unseen hands and we had our camera shaken by something we could not explain. I have encountered the ghost of Mr. Adams, the original owner of the hotel. My last name is the same as his and he does not like that; he told me so. He is not very nice to me. We caught the words “eff off” on the EMF meter. So, I put the EMF meter out again and asked him, “Do you really want us to leave?” The EMF meter would spike so hard, I knew it was Mr. Adams. There is also a woman on the third floor with a mysterious background, and we have seen shadow figures. It is very active. We have even had members see a grey woman walking up the stairs.

KJ: That is a chilling experience. You mentioned EMF meters. Do you use any other investigative equipment?

ELIES: Of course, dowsing rods; they are my favorite. John just got a dead bell. It is a trigger item that helps ghosts communicate through the sound of a bell. Ghost boxes, which we use all the time. We just got an Ovilus, a ghost box that uses EMF and brings forth words. Cameras. That is most of the basic equipment we use.

JOSH: I like the flash ball and the music light.

JAMES: I have done extensive work with the Wonder Box, SLS camera units, infrared, and ghost boxes. Currently, I am experimenting with cameras with night vision capabilities,

and also with laser point projection and sensors.

KJ: It sounds to me like your group is made up of some core members that each bring in unique abilities. Care to expand on that?

JOSH: I am deaf and I have some gifts as an accidental medium or clairvoyant.

JOHN: I am pretty much a skeptic. I don’t feel a lot like the others do, but there have been a few things I can’t debunk or prove. It’s weird. I don’t know what category to put some of our findings in.

JAMES: As a technician, I always go in with the thought; ‘Can I debunk this?’ I use science. I try to debunk the activity in the hopes that we find something—find the truth.

Throughout the year, Bozeman Paranormal hosts events that are open to the public. In October 2025, events include Sunset Hills Cemetery Tours, Road Agents Roost Ghost Investigation in Virginia City, Zombie Walk in Belgrade, and a Halloween Themed Party in Butte. To learn more about Bozeman Paranormal Society and upcoming events, check out their social media & GYEC events calendar. R

Kathleen Johns is the owner/founder of Mantra located in Bozeman MT. Kathleen holds a degree in English Literature from MSU/Bozeman and is an avid high altitude gardener. You can connect with Kathleen through her website at www.KathleenJohns.com

THE HEALING POWERS OF MEDITATION

Stephy Prieto

In today’s world, everyone—from yogis to scientists—seems to be talking about the wonders of meditation. With benefits like rewiring the brain through neuroplasticity, overcoming limiting beliefs, fostering emotional healing and balance, improving focus and productivity, enhancing self-awareness, and even attracting desired outcomes by aligning thoughts with elevated emotions—it’s no surprise that so many people give it a try.

The real challenge, however, is finding a technique that resonates with you and makes you want to return to it every day.

When I first started, about ten years ago, meditation felt like this impossible task where you were supposed to shut off your mind completely and float into eternal bliss. I remember sitting down, telling myself “go blank, go blank,” only to give up after a few minutes because my brain wouldn’t stop chattering. But my curiosity kept me searching. That desire eventually led me all the way to India, where I studied with monks in an ashram, and it inspired me to read countless books on religion, spirituality, psychology, and science—until I finally found practices that worked for me.

scattered, or when life feels like it has no purpose. Meditation waits patiently for me to pause, breathe, and tune into the serenity that already exists within me.

There’s a phrase from Dr. Joe Dispenza’s book, Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself that I find immensely inspiring: “Meditating is also a means for you to move beyond your analytical mind so that you can access your subconscious mind. That’s crucial, since the subconscious is where all your bad habits and behaviors that you want to change reside.”

MEDITATION IS NOT A WAY OF MAKING YOUR MIND QUIET. IT’S A WAY OF ENTERING INTO THE QUIET THAT’S ALREADY THERE. – DEEPAK CHOPRA

With time, my meditation practice has become like a dear friend—always there when I feel out of sorts, when my energy is

Whenever I notice an emotion or behavior that isn’t serving me, meditation becomes a tool to observe it, and—with time—rewire it into something positive.

The good news is, you don’t need to travel across the world to discover effective meditation techniques. Right here in Bozeman, there are groups offering weekly gatherings where you can explore different styles.

The most important thing to remember is: don’t give up if one practice doesn’t click. Try another. Don’t expect cosmic bliss from day one—look for grounded results like more emotional awareness or better sleep. And whatever you do, don’t compare your journey to anyone else’s. Meditation is deeply personal, and your experience will be unique. The key is consistency. Even five minutes a day is more powerful than two hours once a year.

HERE ARE A FEW PATHS YOU CAN EXPLORE LOCALLY AND BEYOND:

YOGA-BASED MEDITATION

Start with Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda—an absolute classic (and the only book Steve Jobs kept on his iPad). Yogananda’s lineage teaches Kriya Yoga, a meditation that uses breath and visualization to move energy through the spine.

If you’re curious to try it, kriya.org offers initiations and group meditations right here in Bozeman (bozeman-mt@kriya.org).

BUDDHIST MEDITATION

The Dharma Center in town has been offering a refuge of silence and practice since 2013, with a full schedule of sitting practices, instruction, and Buddhist study—some of which are also available on Zoom.

Another great resource is Tergar.org, a worldwide community of meditators dedicated to cultivating awareness, compassion, and wisdom in daily life. Their step-by-step path makes meditation approachable, with weekly practices designed to open the heart and awaken inner clarity.

NON-RELIGIOUS APPROACHES

Dr. Joe Dispenza, well-known since his appearance in the film What the Bleep Do We Know?!, has written popular books explaining the science of meditation. Start with Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself or Becoming Supernatural. He also offers guided meditations on Spotify—perfect for slipping into a daily routine.

APPS FOR AT-HOME PRACTICE

• Calm – Great for relaxation and sleep, featuring soothing background sounds, focused meditations, and bedtime stories.

• Insight Timer – A massive library of free meditations. If you’re on a budget, this is the one for you.

I hope this inspires you to give meditation a try. Remember—even just five minutes can shift your emotional state and leave you feeling more grounded. P

Stephy Prieto is an artist, yoga teacher, and wellness enthusiast. She lives with her husband half the year in Paradise Valley and the other half in Tulum.

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Over a year ago, I heard about a book titled The 12 Hour Walk, by Colin O’Brady. I read some reviews and the account of one person who had done this walk on trails around Bozeman. The book reviews were positive and the experience of the walker made it sound like fun. I made an attempt to find the book but it was not available locally, so I intended to order it, but forgot. Then I suddenly decided that I really wanted to do this and could read the book later. After a couple of days I woke early, had some coffee and, at exactly 6AM, stood up from my recliner and walked out the front door. At 6PM I came into the house and sat back down. I had completed the 12 Hour Walk, but found out sometime later that I had missed the entire point.

Colin O’Brady is a world-record-holding adventurer. He has climbed the Seven Summits (the highest mountain on each continent). He has been to the North and South Poles, has been to all 50 U.S. states’ high points, and has pulled a sled unsupported across Antarctica. He has completed most of these feats faster than anyone else has. He wrote a bestselling book chronicling his adventures. He and his wife have initiated successful business ventures, started companies, and a nonprofit to inspire kids to lead active lives and achieve their dreams. The 12 Hour Walk was his second bestseller. This was a book that I should have read a year before I did.

My 2024 12 Hour Walk began well. Since I had decided to start and finish at my house, the walk would be mostly around Bozeman. From our place on N 17th, I walked west on Babcock to the end of town, turned north toward Gallatin High School, out past Costco

and around Cattail Lake. Coming back into town, I walked east along Baxter to N 7th, then cut down the hill to the railroad and over to Glen Lake Park.

It was afternoon and I was feeling great. I had walked on trails whenever possible, and taken a route that had little traffic. I had kept a mental list of the birds I encountered. I checked the app I had set up to track the route—the first bad idea. More than halfway through the walk I was averaging 3 MPH. Immediately, that gave me a mileage goal for the day. I decided to walk the trail to the ‘M.’ Once there, the trail up the hill beckoned me up, then down the ‘M.’ At that point, the first fatigue set in. Having no vehicle parked in the ‘M’ lot seemed absurd. Town was a long way away.

The highlight of the walk occurred when I made it back to Story Mill Park. My wife Ruth brought me snacks, including the best ice cream bar I have ever eaten. She then walked with me for a while. I had noticed that the app was wrong; it was underreporting my miles. This put grouchy on top of tired. For the last couple of hours I was not enjoying the 12 Hour Walk. But in the end, I returned home at 6PM with a sense of accomplishment. I had walked the miles that I had hoped to. Over the winter I forgot about it.

Looking over some notes this spring, I revisited the walk and determined to read O’Brady’s book. I purchased it and read it. I had to laugh at myself about how badly I had missed the point of the Walk, though overall, it had been a positive experience.

O’Brady’s book is really two books. First, it describes his idea of a one day transformation in the form of a long walk. Second, it contains

a standard self-help text that becomes unique when he describes his own adventures. Each chapter outlines possible barriers that people face in attempting to reach their personal goals: money, time, support, confidence, and more. He then presents solutions to each of these concerns—pretty common self-help stuff. But what makes O’Brady unique is that for each negative possibility he presents his own specific story—his many doubts, and the many adventures that overcame them. All of us have figurative Mount Everests. His was literal; he climbed Mount Everest more than once. His most inspiring story involved his recovery from a horrific accident that set him on his career of outdoor adventure.

In the same fashion, The 12 Hour Walk was conceptualized during the first twelve hour walk. After years of continuous expeditions, he became restless and bored in a remote location during Covid. One day, O’Brady went out for a stroll. He returned twelve hours later, changed and inspired. Boredom and restlessness gone, he faced a new challenge. He wanted to communicate how that day had altered his outlook on life. He wanted to share the insights he had experienced.

The idea is to get out, unplug, and stay out for an entire day. The key components are being alone, being outside, and being offline. In other words, the 12 Hour Walk is a kind of mini-expedition of mindfulness. What clicked for me was that he said it did not matter if you walked one mile or 50; what mattered was the time spent.

During my own walk, I had followed most of the directives naturally. I do not listen to music or podcasts when I hike. I stayed off

the phone except to check in with my wife. I walked alone most of the day, though she accompanied me for a couple of hours. So, without reading the book, I had gotten the bulk of the experience as intended. My mistake, a huge one, was when I made it competitive with myself by working toward a mileage goal. This increased my fatigue and frustration, and had me fighting with the app on the phone. The final hours were stressful.

After reading the book, I decided to do the 12 Hour Walk again. (O’Brady says that he does it every few months.) At first, I thought to repeat the same walk around town. But I decided to hike a familiar track on the Bridger Ridge instead. Again, I began at 6AM, this time from the Drinking Horse parking lot. It was August and just daylight. I walked through the nearby tunnel and up the asphalt trail, taking the long way to the ‘M,’ as there was no hurry. I passed half a dozen points which, over the years while training, I had timed myself to reach. I did not look at my watch. I marvelled at the cool, shady morning and felt good about an early start. When I reached the Ridge, I enjoyed the sunshine.

I hiked to Baldy and beyond to Bridger Peak. I took a long break on that summit. During the day I intentionally paused, looked about, noticed things: the sky, the progression of the mountain toward the coming autumn, the changing light of the day. On the descent I turned off and went down the Sypes Canyon trail to the intersection with the Foothills trail. This was longer… so what?

It is easy for me to not compete with others but hard to not com-

pete with myself. On this day, I didn’t. By late afternoon, a storm was building across the Valley. I did not hurry to finish before the storm arrived. That would simply be another part of the day. Several times, I stopped and watched a curtain of blue-grey rain slant down to the hills. Pausing in order to be mindful sometimes results in becoming mindful without knowing it, which is the point.

By the end of twelve hours I was tired, dusty, and thirsty. Yet, I was also relaxed as I walked the last steps to the truck. I had to laugh as a few drops of rain spattered the windshield. The storm had become fairly benign and had seemingly waited for me to finish. My hike had not been easy but it had not been frantic, either. I ignored the waypoints where I had timed my effort over the years. I left out the competition and embraced some peace.

There is some irony that Colin O’Brady, the busy adventurer and entrepreneur, master of organizing and executing detailed expeditions, is also out to achieve some peace. And then to undertake the thousand steps to write a book about it. Yet it makes sense. A calm, unhurried brain is invaluable in the countless hectic situations he encounters. Thanks to Colin for instructing others in this mindset. He communicates his intent to his readers when he says; “The silence of this walk is my gift to you.”

Colin O’Brady’s achievements are impressive. These expeditions are lonely and somewhat self-centered undertakings. Yet, he has been able to turn them into a more lasting contribution of inspiration to others with his foundation for kids, and this book for the rest of us. M

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

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NEON SIGNS IN BOZEMAN

Angie Ripple

French engineer Georges Claude invented the first neon sign in 1910 by passing electricity through neon in a glass tube, creating a bright red-orange glow. In Montana, the first producer of neon signs was The Electric Products Corporation (EPCON), founded in Great Falls in 1928. Shortly after, neon signs began to appear around the state, with one of the most prominent examples dating to 1929 in Bozeman. For many years, Bill Todd was Bozeman’s neon sign maker. Todd owned and operated Rainbow Signs in Bozeman until he retired in 2005. Today, Ole Nelson’s Media Station Design Works Inc. is Bozeman’s premier neon sign designer. Along with neon bender John Nyman in Billings, they have

recreated and refurbished many of the city’s original neon signs, as well as created new ones. A walk from East to West Main Street will allow you to see every sign on this list, with one quick detour onto N 7th Avenue.

BAXTER HOTEL (1929)

105 W MAIN ST

The original 32-foot-high neon sign was erected in 1929 on the roof of the hotel. The sign’s 400 feet of neon tubing proudly announce the Baxter name, its letters large enough to be seen for miles, but not likely as far as the Butte hill, as the sign maker claimed. The great neon sign went dark sometime in the 60s or 70s. It was fully restored by Ole Nelson and Darren Dust in 2013, and relit on January 10th that year.

RIALTO THEATRE (1924)

10 W MAIN ST

Originally built in 1908 as a two-story storefront and converted into a movie theater in 1924, the Rialto reopened on January 17, 2018 as a reinvented venue and “hub for entertainment and culture.” Ole Nelson and John Nyman worked together to recreate the Rialto signs from old photographs.

CRYSTAL BAR (1933)

123 E MAIN ST

Listed in the 1935-36 city directory as Arthur Nash’s beer parlor, the Crystal is widely recognized as one of Montana’s oldest bars. The establishment was first called The Crystal in the 1940 directory, and currently has several neon signs. One simple red neon sign with the name of the bar and Bozeman, Montana hangs on the front of the building, while another, more colorful neon sign hangs from the ceiling in the middle of the bar. Three neon signs currently hang in the front windows along the sidewalk. continued on next page

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EAGLES AERIE #326 (1940S)

316 E MAIN ST

The Bozeman Eagles Club has been in its current location at 316 East Main Street since 1905, in a building that originally served as a ‘car barn’ for an extensive streetcar and trolley system. Prominent Bozeman architect Fred Willson remodeled the storefront in 1945, replacing the trolley barn doors with the present brick and ornamental cinder block, leaving the fine 1901 brickwork intact. The neon sign with iconic Eagle hanging over the front door, now a local landmark, was installed in the 1940s.

SCHNEE’S SPORTING GOODS (1946)

35 E MAIN ST

This iconic neon sign with the words “Sporting Goods” is a historic another recognizable landmark in downtown Bozeman; it dates back to 1946, when Powder Horn Outfitters was founded. Schnee’s acquired The Powder Horn in 2006 and merged the two businesses in 2012. The sign, topped with a neon rifle and blazing red flashing circles, continues to identify the business, a premier retailer specializing in their own brand of footwear and outdoor clothing.

ROCKING R BAR (1947)

211 E MAIN ST

The Rocking R Bar opened in 1947 in the Ellis, Davis, & Sperling Building on East Main Street in downtown Bozeman. On March 5, 2009, a gas explosion severely damaged

the building which housed the Rocking R, displacing the neon sign several hundred feet from the building. Somehow, the sign survived the blast and in July 2011, the F&H Building was opened as the new home of the Rocking R, sporting the refurbished neon sign.

THE SAPPHIRE MOTEL (1955)

310 N 7TH AVE

Initially called the Glen Motel (1940), Bozeman’s motor court motel has gone through a handful of iterations since the 1950s. The original sign was from the Travelier Motel (1950s); it then welcomed guests to the Stardust Motel (1972). For the longest time, the sign advertised the Royal 7 Motel (1985) before the name was changed to The Sapphire in 2021. The sign currently welcomes travelers to Bozeman, Montana The Last Best Place.

VARGO’S JAZZ CITY & BOOKS (1957)

6 W MAIN ST

Vargo’s is one of Main Street’s most unique stores, delighting book lovers and jazz enthusiasts for decades. Its small, bright neon sign hangs inside the front window of the store as an invitation to the creative world inside. The three lines of text in the sign are each a different color: green, blue, and red.

THE LEWIS & CLARK MOTEL (1976)

824 W MAIN ST

The iconic Lewis & Clark Motel marquee neon sign is original to the premises, which has been operating as an independently owned boutique motel since 1976. The huge sign welcomes visitors to Bozeman, as well as to the classic drive-up style motel, which provides many luxury hotel amenities, including afternoon tea, a 60-foot pool, hot tub, eucalyptus steam room, infrared dry saunas, and a fitness room.

TED’S MONTANA GRILL (2008)

105 W MAIN ST

Ted Turner’s Montana Grill opened its doors on Main Street, Bozeman in 2008, displaying a double sided sign with a bison emblazoned with yellow and red neon on the corner of the Baxter Hotel building and another along Willson Ave. The restaurant chain was founded by Turner in 2002 in Columbus, OH. The chain uses ingredients and hospitality that define the Great American West while also preserving and building the bison herds in America, one of which is just west of Bozeman on the way to Big Sky.

Of course, there are more neon signs in Bozeman not listed here, many of which have been hung since 2000, just waiting for you to discover. Enjoy the hunt. R

A third-generation Montanan, Angie Ripple is the founder of Bozeman Magazine. She is living the Bozeman dream as she navigates exciting adventures as a mother and wife.

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

GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.

IAN & FRIENDS JAZZ TRIO 6-8pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Join us for live music with the Ian & Friends Jazz Trio!

DRINK AND DRAW 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Come make art with us! Supplies provided.

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 6-9pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

EVENING AT THE MUSEUM 6-10pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $1,250/person • 21+ • 406.994.6054 • museumoftherockies.org Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, elegance, and impact at MOR’s signature benefit event, supporting the museum’s Changing Exhibits Program. Where Curiosity, Culture, and Conversation Converge.

JAZZ NIGHT AT LBC 6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $20 • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com Join us on the first Wednesday of every month this fall to soak up some of the finest jazz talent in Bozeman on this very special show. Every month the musicians will change, but vibes will stay the same. This month features The Resonance (Jake Fleming, Alex Robilotta, & Rob Kohler).

CO-OP TOURS 6pm • Bozeman Community Food Co-op - West Main • FREE Ever wondered what’s happening in the big Co-op building? Now’s your chance!

INTRO TO CRICUT VENTURE 6:30-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • 12+ • (406) 582-2400 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Learn how the Cricut Venture works and how you can use it in the Work Bench.

TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.

WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance floor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes.

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

BOMBARGO 8-11pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $15 • (406) 587-0585 Bombargo is a Canadian based international touring band that drops a vibrant splash of soul over their distinctive ‘vintage-pop’ sound. Well known for bringing unrivaled energy to the stage with sing-along anthems, double-brother harmonies, and a powerful message that combined make for one of the most captivating live shows ever!

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

LADIES NIGHT 8pm • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy

2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.

OPEN JAM 8pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • FREE • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Come jam with us!

DARDEN SMITH 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $35 • livefromthedivide.com “When I write a song,” says Darden Smith, “the way it ends up is usually not the way I thought it would be when I started.” And that notion of exploration, of following unexpected paths, has been a constant force in his 25-year career as a musician.

BITS & BEATS: COMEDY + JAZZ 8pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • (406) 2193933 • lastbestcomedy.com It’s a night for experiments, risks, and creative swings. We are playing fast and loose with the rules!

EDDIE T & JAZZ FRIENDS 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Join Bozeman’s best jazz group Eddie T. & Friends for an in-depth journey into jazz.

THURSDAY, OCT. 2

EXCLUSIVE MEMBER-ONLY EXHIBIT PREVIEW OF BECOMING JANE: THE EVOLUTION OF JANE GOODALL 5:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • For MOR Members • All Ages • 4069942654 • museumoftherockies.org Museum of the Rockies proudly invites you to celebrate the Member opening of our highly anticipated changing exhibit, Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall.

BOZEMAN WATER ADEQUACY TOWN HALL HOSTED BY THE WARD WORKING GROUP 6-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • (406) 582-2400 • www.wardbzn.com The Bozeman Water Adequacy (aka WARD) initiative is on the November ballot. Join us for a Town Hall to learn more about what this citizens’ initiative seeks to do, from some of your neighbors who helped write it.

THREE FORKS MUSIC NIGHT WITH MARK TAYLOR JR. 6-8pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • No cover • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Enjoy music with Mark Taylor Jr.

KALYN BEASLEY 6-8pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com You don’t get any more rural than Wyoming, if that’s what you mean by country. Kalyn Beasley sees inspiration every direction he looks. Kalyn grew up at the doorstep of Yellowstone Park in the Rocky Mountains and he don’t suppose he’s moving anywhere anytime soon. Kalyn writes his own songs to tell his own stories. As a musician, poet, adventurer and outdoorsman Kalyn’s goal is for you to find a little bit of yourself in the songs he sings and the stories he tells.

FLY-TYING NIGHT 6-9pm • Bozeman Fly Supply, 2621 W College, Bozeman • FREE Bring your vise, tools, materials, and beverages to tie some flies. This is not a class but an invitation for all to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have fun with fellow tiers.

REVIVAL CONFERENCE NIGHTS ‘25 6pm • The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman • $15.18$60.54 • All Ages • (406) 587-9797 • www.theemerson.org Join us for 3 incredible nights of powerful encounters with the Lord in downtown Bozeman, Montana!

THE DISRUPTORS: AN AWARD-WINNING FILM ABOUT THRIVING WITH ADHD 6pm • Wild Wisdom Restorative, 4055 Valley Commons Dr ste c, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • www.wildwisdommt. com Join me for one Thursday in October to watch this impactful film, have a discussion about what it means for you, and discover next steps.

FLAVORS IN A FLASH: WOK COOKING 6:30-8:30pm • Bridger Kitchens, 7540 Pioneer Way, Bozeman • $50 Explore the art of high-heat wok cooking! Learn essential techniques and flavor combinations for fast, bold, and delicious stir-fries.

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

BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!

WAY DOWN NORTH 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Kalispell-based Americana duo “Way Down North”.

2ND ANNUAL LIVINGSTON SONGWRITER FESTIVAL 7-10pm • Murray Hotel, 201 W Park St, Livingston • $75-195 • (406) 222-1350 • www.murrayhotel.com The Livingston Songwriter Festival is made up of 30 shows and hosted in 8 venues throughout downtown Livingston. In the evenings, the Legends & Headliners share the stage. These are the very best songwriters in country music.

MSU WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL: VS NORTHERN ARIZONA 7pm • MSU Shroyer Gym, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $12.50 college volleyball

THURSDAY NIGHT OUT! 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com Thursday Night Out at Last Best Comedy is new and improved! We are working hard to create new and exciting improv shows that will rotate through limited runs and each week will also feature a headline show by NOW w/ Annie & Levin or Okay, Carol.

OPEN MIC NIGHT 8-10pm • Bozeman Taproom, 101 N Rouse Ave, Bozeman • no cover • all ages Grab a friend, grab a beer and come check it out! Host of open mic and live music by Jack Ooster! Free sign up begins at 4pm eiher in person or phone call.

TRIO GRANDIO 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Trio Grandio is composed of legendary local Dead Sky musicians: Jesse Atkins, Luke Flansburg, and Rich Rabisco! Playing a unique acoustic style of the Grateful Dead’s eclectic rock music, this trio will provide an incredible tribute to one of

rock’s most legendary bands, creating a perfect show for Dead Heads and casual fans alike.

FRIDAY, OCT. 3

ART, ALGORITHMS, AND THE FUTURE OF CONNECTION: A NIGHT OF THEATER & TECHNOLOGY 4:30-6pm • American Computer & Robotics Museum • FREE Verge Theater and the American Computer & Robotics Museum team up for an evening that asks: How has human communication evolved—and where is it taking us next?

GREENS & VAPOR 5-9:30pm • Wheelhouse, 10 Evergreen Drive, Bozeman • FREE • (952) 715-2545 Welcome to Greens & Vapor, presented by Euphoria Wellness in partnership with Montana Cannabis Magazine! Come join us at Wheelhouse for a night of fun, music, and good vibes.

EXPERIENCING CHANGE WITH GRIEF YOGA 5:15pm • Strength & Grace Yoga & Wellness • $23.18 • All Ages, under 18 with parent or legal guardian Join us for a heartfelt and supportive practice of Grief Yoga anyone can do from a chair, standing, or on your mat. We use movement, breath, and sound to help ease the pain and struggle of loss, while fostering a deeper sense of empowerment and love.

BRICE ASH 6-8pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Brice Ash crafts lyrical Americana songs full of honesty and grit. His songs cover miles - stretching from heartfelt to heartbreak to cinematic ghost stories; tied together by his earthy voice and seasoned song work. After over a decade in Nashville, writing with hit songwriters and selling out venues such as The Bluebird, Ash moved his family to Bozeman, MT where he continues to play and record.

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 6-9pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY MONTANA’S GALA: RAYS OF HOPE 6pm • Cancer Support Community Montana Cancer Support Community Montana’s mission is to uplift and strengthen people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care.

REVIVAL CONFERENCE NIGHTS ‘25 6pm • The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman • $15.18$60.54 • All Ages • (406) 587-9797 • www.theemerson.org Join us for 3 incredible nights of powerful encounters with the Lord in downtown Bozeman, Montana!

CELTIC MUSIC 6:30-8:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover Each Friday night Valhalla celebrate Celtic culture with music.

FRIDAY JAZZ 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no charge • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Friday Jazz with Alex Robilotta, please come down and enjoy your Friday night with live music and of course delicious pizza!

FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ 7-9pm • gute Laune, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • (406) 404-7911 • gutelaunewurstbar. com Live Jazz Every Friday! Featuring a rotating line up of some of the best musicians SW Montana has to offer! Hosted by Alex Robilotta.

FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH LACHLAN PATTERSON 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 ($30 at the door) • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy. com Probably best known for his appearance on NBC’s Last Comic Standing where he was “runner-up” in a field of over 1000 comedians, Lachlan Patterson has spent over 25 years entertaining audiences around the globe with his unique style of humor suitable for all ages and species.

GALLATIN HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL VS. GREAT FALLS 7pm • Gallatin High School, 4455 Annie St, Bozeman • $7 adults, $5 students • (406) 522-4600 • ghs.bsd7.org High school football.

ZACH RUSHING 7:30-9:30pm • Butte Elks Lodge #240 • $44.52$81.88 • 18+ “Not So Rich & Famous” Comedy Tour. Doors @ 6:30 PM. Showtime @ 7:30 PM. If y’all are looking for your classic comedy show, this isn’t the show for you. But if you are looking for a no holds barred; no nonsense; red, white, and blue-blooded American comedy show, then you’re gonna love this one!

SHAKEDOWN COUNTY 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • All Ages • 4062190400 • thejumpmt. com Shakedown County has been shaking Gallatin County down for 6 years as one of the premier Southern Honky-Tonk Rock and Roll bands that you MUST WITNESS. These rough and tumble rockers will have the walls shaking!

MOSQUITOES ON THE RIVER 8pm • Tips Up, 76 Town Center Ave Unit A1, Big Sky • (406) 995-2773 • www.tipsupbigsky.com

Local Grateful Dead tribute band.

FUNKY MOTO 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com

We are a funk jazz band playing quality music for our audiences. Moto is a musical term that means fast energetic music. FunkyMoto strives to bring high energy and tight arrangements to the stage to keep the audience excited and entertained throughout their shows.

FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH LACHLAN PATTERSON 9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 ($30 at the door) • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy. com Probably best known for his appearance on NBC’s Last Comic Standing where he was “runner-up” in a field of over 1000 comedians, Lachlan Patterson has spent over 25 years entertaining audiences around the globe with his unique style of humor suitable for all ages and species.

BAND OF DRIFTERS 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • FREE • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Honky Tonk, Country Folk

GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR

SATURDAY, OCT. 4

WINTER COAT DRIVE 7am-10pm • Dry Fly Saloon • Give & Get • All Ages • 406.505.5558 • dryflysaloon.com Give warmth and get flavor! Donate a new or gently used coat at Dry Fly Saloon this October and receive a free Hunter’s Chili Dip for the table.

OKTOBERFEST BLOCK PARTY 4-8pm • FREE • All Ages • 4065778650 • ponderosamt.com Oktoberfest 2025! Authentic German food • Beer fest games • Outdoor bar featuring Oktoberfest beers • Live DJ and more entertainment all evening! Join us for an outdoor street party hosted by Ponderosa Social.

SHINE BATTLE OF THE BEERS 2025 5-9pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Battle of the Beers... 8 breweries compete for total domination! Taste 16 beers and vote for Best Beer and Best Brewery!

WHIZ BANG! ALL AGES 5pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • All Ages • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com Whiz BANG! is an explosion of interactive comedy! Come enjoy interactive comedy for all ages the first Saturday of the month for the rest of the year!

LIBRARY GALA - BOZEMAN LIBRARY FRIENDS AND FOUNDATION 5:30-9pm • Kimpton Armory Hotel, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $200 • Adults • (406) 551-7702 • www.armoryhotelbzn.com Bozeman Public Library’s biggest fundraiser of the year.

MAX BARTOS DUO 6-8pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Drawing on a diverse range of influences, from indie rock to folk to experimental sounds, Max creates music that speaks to the heart, often blending raw emotion with innovative soundscapes. His songs are characterized by a unique blend of vulnerability and strength, capturing the complexities of human experience in every note.

LIVE FROM THE LOT: WEST DAKOTA STUTTER 6-9pm • Sawdust and Steel Brewing • FREE • All Ages • 4065956481 • sawdustandsteel.square.site Join us for the final Live From the Lot, Oct 4 at Sawdust & Steel. Free music, food trucks, and family fun for all ages!

REVIVAL CONFERENCE NIGHTS ‘25 6pm • The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman • $15.18$60.54 • All Ages • (406) 587-9797 • www.theemerson.org Join us for 3 incredible nights of powerful encounters with the Lord in downtown Bozeman, Montana!

KING ROPES

Oct 4 - The Tune Up, 9pm

ALL TIME LOW 6:30pm • KettleHouse Amphitheater • $62.75$98.05 • All Ages • (406) 830-4640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome All Time Low for a live concert performance.

TREVOR HALL 7pm • The Elm • $52.40 - $76.30 • All Ages • (406) 830-4640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Trevor Hall for a live in concert performance.

COLE SWINDELL 7pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $39.50-79.50 • (406) 994-CATS • www.brickbreeden.com Country music superstar and multi-award winner Cole Swindell released new music from his upcoming fifth studio album, Spanish Moss, for Warner Music Nashville.

NOTORIOUS BOZ W/ ZACH HOPKINS! 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com Notorious BOZ is a long-form improv show that celebrates the city of Bozeman, its history and its incredible citizens. Every show will feature a guest “Armando” or monologist who will share stories from their life. The cast will then use those stories as inspiration to create characters and scenes and bring it all together in a completely hilarious and improvised show.

WILL EVANS SUPPORTING TREVOR HALL 8-11pm • The ELM • $52.40 • www.ticketmaster.com Will Evans musically accesses a space without boundaries where all are welcome to commune openly and move freely. Through quotable folk-inspired lyrics, breezy grooves, and roots energy, it’s as if he’s giving you permission to be that purely you.

PUTTIN’ ON THE HITS KARAOKE 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 21+ • 4062190400 • thejumpmt.com Puttin on the Hits Karaoke Night!

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

TODD BARRY COMEDY NIGHT 8pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $36.25 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Todd Barry has released four one-hour stand-up specials including his latest one, Domestic Shorthair. He’s appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, The Late Show with David Letterman, Conan and Late Night with Seth Meyers.

BIRDTALKER (SOLD OUT) 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $40 • livefromthedivide.com Fronted by Zack and Dani Green along with Brian Seligman and Chris Wilson, Birdtalker made their whirlwind debut in 2018 with One

featuring their breakout single “Heavy” (now over 95 million streams worldwide).

HEYZ’D AND CONFUSED TOUR 8pm • The Zebra • $23.18 • 21+

A wild ride of electronic and EDM music you won’t want to miss! Join us for a night filled with awesome music and unforgettable memories.

LATIN NIGHT 9-10pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar. com Latin Night

KING ROPES 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge. com King Ropes’ music is full of open spaces and jagged edges. Guitars scrape and whine. Amps rumble. Rickety pianos rattle in and out of tune. Like the West, nothing is too refined. At the center of it all is Dave Hollier, a gifted songwriter at the top of his game; with his odd quivering voice, surveying a land that’s a solar system unto itself, an impossible collection of distances and dreams.

FOXXY HORROR 9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $20 • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com The Foxxy Horror is a fully improvised Rocky Horror Show complete with musical numbers, costumes, callouts, and audience participation.

MEYER’D DOWN 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • FREE • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com

SUNDAY, OCT. 5

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 10am-6pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

UNITED WAY KIDSFEST noon-4pm • Gallatin County Regional Park, Oak & Davis, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-587-2194 • greatergallatinunitedway.org/kidsfest Join us for a FREE afternoon of fall family fun! Enjoy games, crafts, music, food trucks, field day activities, and more.

CRAFT SWAP 1-4:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • Adults • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary. org Exchange new and like new arts and craft supplies at the Creative Hobby Supply Swap. Bring items between 1-2pm and get tokens to use when the swap starts at 2pm. Swap opens to non-swappers at 3:30pm.

CELTIC MUSIC 3-5pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • all ages Enjoy Celtic music at the Meadery each Sunday afternoon.

COLLISION OF RHYTHM 5pm • Warren Miller Performing Arts Center, 45465 Gallatin Road, Big Sky • $20 adults, $10 students • 406-995-6345 • www.warrenmillerpac.org Explosive rhythm, virtuosic music, and laughter in motion. Tap dancing and beatboxing.

LEARN TO CURL 5:15-7:15pm • Ice Barn, 901 N Black Ave, Bozeman • www.gallatinicefoundation.org Learn to Curls are the best way to get introduced to the sport of curling. The program starts from the very basics of walking on the ice, stone delivery, sweeping, and basic rules. By the end of the program you will feel confident to join leagues. We are holding two learn-to-curls this season.

SHAKEDOWN COUNTRY 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring Great Falls-based country band “Shakedown Country”.

REHAB WITH NINE LEFT DEAD 7-11:55pm • Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge • $25 ADV |$35 DOS • All Ages • 406-3331658 • theticketing.co REHAB hits Butte with 25 years of Southern rock-rap fire! With special guests Nine Left Dead, this is your shot to see both bands live, raw, and louder than ever.

THE RED JUMPSUIT APPARATUS 8pm • The Elm • $32.45 • All Ages • (406) 830-4640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus for a live concert performance with Morning in May.

MONDAY, OCT. 6

WINTER COAT DRIVE 7am-10pm • Dry Fly Saloon • Give & Get • All Ages • 406.505.5558 • dryflysaloon.com Give warmth and get flavor! Donate a new or gently used coat at Dry Fly Saloon this October and receive a free Hunter’s Chili Dip for the table.

UNITED WAY KIDSFEST noon-4pm • Gallatin Regional Park • FREE • All Ages Join us for a family fall celebration on Sunday, October 6th, from 12-4 PM at County Regional Park! Enjoy a day packed with field day games by Overtime Sports, delicious food trucks, a lively DJ, face painting, and tons of fun family activities, games, and giveaways. Best of all, it’s free and open to everyone!

DOCUMENTARY FILM NIGHT - BANNED TOGETHER 6-7:45pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Explore the world with documentary films. The library does not endorse any opinion or perspective in selected documentaries. Not all movies are suitable for all ages or sensibilities.

GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Wildrye Distilling, 111 East Oak Street Suite 1E, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-2288 • www.wildryedistilling.com With Picture Rounds, Sound Rounds, Word Jumbles and more.. There’s Something for Everyone.

Q&A FOR THE WATER ADEQUACY FOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (WARD) SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP INITIATIVE 6pm

• HRDC’s Market Place Open to all members of the public who are looking for facts on how this initiative could impact the City’s current water and housing programs.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9pm • Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub.com Join us for our weekly trivia night, Game Night Live is a leader in bar trivia and music bingo, putting on awesome games at local venues that everyone can enjoy.

THE MONDAY NIGHT EXPERIMENT 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com Every Monday night the LBC community goes back into the lab. Join us for a night of comedic experimentation as members of the community try out new material, new forms, new characters, NEW EVERYTHING!!

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

TUESDAY, OCT. 7

NEWCOMER ORIENTATION 5-6pm • Bozeman Dharma Center • FREE • 4062192140 • bozemandharmacenter.org Not sure how to begin or what the BDC is all about? Join us for an orientation where you can learn about the Center, get your questions answered, and receive basic meditation instruction.

COMPOSTING WORKSHOP 5-6pm • Three Forks Library • FREE Gallatin County residents are invited to learn how to turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost.

NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Hobby writers are welcome to share your work with other writers, critique content, and develop your ability.

SEWING CIRCLE - INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE QUILTING

5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn how to finish quilt tops. Class 1: Basting and straight-line quilting. Class 2: Free Motion Quilting and Binding. Adults only, registration for both classes required.

TRAUMA REBOOT 6-8pm • Gallatin County Love INC • FREE • 18+ • 406-587-3008 • loveincgc.org Trauma REBOOT is a 12week, faith-based course designed to help individuals break free from the pain of past trauma and step into renewed hope and purpose. Pre-registration is required.

OPEN MIC 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Come share music, poetry or whatever you like with us every Tuesday!

RISKY QUIZNESS: PSYCHOLOGY W/ MADDIE BROWN 6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com It’s a show. It’s a quiz show. It’s a comedy, quiz show! Every week has it’s own theme and expert hosts. This week join us for Psychology w/ Maddie Brown.

TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30-8:30pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Grab some friends and get there early to grab a table the first round starts at 6:30!

BOOK SIGNING AND TALK BY ANGLERS AND AUTHORS YVON CHOUINARD AND CRAIG MATHEWS 7pm • MSU SUB (Strand Union Building), 280 Strand Union, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • (406) 994-4636 • www.montana.edu/sub/ Anglers and authors Yvon Chouinard, left, and Craig Mathews will discuss and sign copies of their new book, “Pheasant Tail Simplicity: Recipes and Techniques for Successful Fly Fishing.”

GNL TRIVIA 8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com Accessible and amazing trivia for everyone, always an awesome time. Prizes for winners.

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

OPEN MIC NIGHT 8pm • Tips Up, 76 Town Center Ave Unit A1, Big Sky • (406) 995-2773 • www.tipsupbigsky.com Calling all artists, musicians, and lovers of local sound. Open Mic Night with Robby Hutto happens every Tuesday at 8 PM at Tips Up. Whether you’re ready to take the stage or just want to cheer on Big Sky’s up-and-coming talent, this is your chance to plug into the local music scene.

BONE DRY COMEDY: STAND-UP OPEN MIC 8pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4065707766 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Bone Dry Comedy brings Open Mic night to Last Best Comedy. Our weekly open mic is a safe, friendly, supportive place to start your comedy journey, try new material, and connect to the Bozeman Stand up scene.

TUESDAY INDUSTRY NIGHT 9pm • The Waypoint, 50 Ousel Falls Rd, Big Sky • no cover • 21+ • thebigskywaypoint.com Join us every Tuesday 9pm-late for beer pong, drink discounts, beer dice, and $3 pizza slices!

BOZEMAN’S BEST KARAOKE 9pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Get out and sing the night away.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 8

NEW FRONTIERS: CONTEMPORARY, ABSTRACT, & DIGITAL ART 11am-5pm • Bozeman Art Museum BAM, 2612 W Main St Suite B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 2105731446 • bozemanartmuseum. org Contemplate the boundaries of Fine Art and the impact novel processes have on the future of western art.

5K BREW RUN SERIES: FINAL RUN OF THE SEASON 5:30pm • TBD • $10 • 21+ • www.bozemanrunningcompany.com Community 5k runs at rotating craft breweries in Bozeman, MT. Every month from May - October, these runs are open to all, family-friendly, dog-friendly (on leash), and followed by raffle prizes at the end of every run.

PAINT & SIP - “SPOOKY SEASON” 5:45-7:45pm • Audreys Pizza Oven & Freefall Brewery, 806 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • $47 • 8+ • 2182341437 • aintabetterwaytopaint.com Get in the Halloween Spirit with a Jack O’Lantern Paint & Sip for a beginner-friendly painting class. Buy your ticket online to save your seat.

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

GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.

DRINK AND DRAW 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Come make art with us! Supplies provided.

RYAN LITTLEEAGLE 6-8pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Ryan LittleEagle, a traveling Indigenous singer-songwriter and musician, weaves together the traditional and the contemporary, the ancestral and the modern, into the vast tapestry of American music.

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 6-9pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

CANDIDATE FORUM - BOZEMAN CITY COMMISSIONERS 6:307:45pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • Adults • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Meet the candidates running for Bozeman City Commission. Offered in partnership with the Bozeman League of Women Voters and the American Association of University Women.

GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR

INTRO TO 3D PRINTING 6:30-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens, adults • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn the basics of 3D printing and how to use the 3D printer in the Work Bench. Ages 12 and up. Registration is required. Registrants must complete a Work Bench waiver and obtain a Work Bench card prior to this class.

TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.

BOZEMAN ON THE BRINK 7-9pm • Emerson’s Crawford Theatre, 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4064049404 • www.theemerson.org Have you heard of the WARD initiative? Do you care about growth, housing & the future of Bozeman? Well then come to this forum - a panel discussion with local experts and policy makers about these issues.

WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance floor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes.

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

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

LADIES NIGHT 8pm • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy 2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.

OPEN JAM 8pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • FREE • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Come jam with us!

JACOB ROUNTREE BAND 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com The first thing that struck me is Jacob Rountree‘s beautiful vocal timbre, a deep voice that manages

to speak directly to the soul and heart of the listener and makes you believe the words of the lyrics. We are faced with a great singer-songwriter who, together with his band, manages to entertain us with the quality of the musical arrangements and the proposed music.

THURSDAY, OCT. 9

ELISE R. DONOHUE LECTURE SERIES | NORTHERN CHEYENNE PLANTS & THEIR USES WITH KATHY WIDDICOMBE 5:30pm

• Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

• Included with membership, $5/non-member • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Crazy Head Springs supports unique plant life found only in this part of the Northern Cheyenne Reservation. In this talk, Kathy will share the traditional uses and Cheyenne names of about 20 plants, as taught by a tribal ethnobotanist.

COMPOSTING WORKSHOP 6-7pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • (406) 388-4346 • www. belgradelibrary.org Gallatin County residents are invited to learn how to turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost.

CANDIDATE FORUM - BOZEMAN CITY MAYOR AND BALLOT INITIATIVE 6-7:55pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • Adults • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary. org Meet the candidates running for Bozeman City Mayor and learn about the WARD ballot initiative.

THREE FORKS MUSIC NIGHT WITH ROD MORISSON 6-8pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • No cover • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Enjoy music with Rod Morisson.

GIRL’S NIGHT OUT BUNCO NIGHT 6-8pm • River Rock Event Center • FREE • 21+ Join us for a fun-filled Girl’s Night Out with Bunco, laughs, prizes & new friends! All are welcome! No experience needed!

LOGAN DUDDING 6-8pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com A Live-Looping Multi-Instrumentalist (or a drummer trying to be a guitar player). Logan Dudding has been performing around his lifelong home in southwest Montana before a lot of today’s classics were written. His solo performances feature just the acoustic guitar or his one-man band, offering to the world his blend of Americana Music.

FLY-TYING NIGHT 6-9pm • Bozeman Fly Supply, 2621 W College, Bozeman • FREE Bring your vise, tools, materials, and beverages to tie some flies. This is not a class but an invitation for all to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have fun with fellow tiers.

THE DISRUPTORS: AN AWARD-WINNING FILM ABOUT THRIVING WITH ADHD 6pm • Wild Wisdom Restorative, 4055 Valley Commons Dr ste c, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • www.wildwisdommt. com Join me for one Thursday in October to watch this impactful film, have a discussion about what it means for you, and discover next steps.

ART W/ DR. IKE! 6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com We’re bringing art history into the comedy theater! Through October, this series is going to explore art and protest, nuclear weapons, and Bozeman’s architectural history.

INDIAN COOKING WITH THE EMPRESS OF GHEE 6:30-8:30pm • Bridger Kitchens, 7540 Pioneer Way, Bozeman • $50 Join Surya, of Empress of Ghee, for a flavorful evening of Indian cooking

MONTANA CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT: AN INTIMATE EVENING 6:30pm • Willow Spring Ranch • $45 Our “Intimate Evening” concerts are a unique evening of music in a smaller setting that frequently sells out. The program is abbreviated (approx 60 min.) with conversations between the musicians and audience, in true chamber music style!

TANTRIC PARTNERED YOGA 6:30pm • OH Hi, 115 W Kagy Blvd #Ste I, Bozeman • $44.52 Grab your partner and join us at Oh Hi for a session of yoga designed to spark intimacy and connection.

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

BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!

RYAN LITTLEEAGLE 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the touring country artist Ryan LittleEagle.

THURSDAY NIGHT OUT! 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 / $5 for MSU Students at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com We are working hard to create new and exciting improv shows that will rotate through limited runs and each week will also feature a headline show by NOW w/ Annie & Levin or Okay, Carol. There is nothing quite like the shared experience of a night of one of a kind comedy, never to be seen again. Try it once and see if you don’t feel the same way!

OPEN MIC NIGHT 8-10pm • Bozeman Taproom, 101 N Rouse Ave, Bozeman • no cover • all ages Grab a friend, grab a beer and come check it out! Host of open mic and live music by Jack Ooster! Free sign up begins at 4pm either in person or via phone call.

THE WILDFIRE 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge. com Comprised of professional musicians, The WILDFIRE focuses on bringing a unique musical experience to Southwest Montana. With covers primarily in the pop, soul, and rock genres, you’ll find a band who will perform songs a typical DJ might play, but with the energy and excitement of a live band. You will remember a WILDFIRE performance for years to come!

FRIDAY, OCT. 10

WINTER COAT DRIVE 7am-10pm • Dry Fly Saloon • Give & Get • All Ages • 406.505.5558 • dryflysaloon.com Give warmth and get flavor! Donate a new or gently used coat at Dry Fly Saloon this October and receive a free Hunter’s Chili Dip for the table.

FREE VACCINES - FRIDAYS AT THE LIBRARY! 2-5:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org The Gallatin City-County Health Department will be offering FREE flu and COVID vaccines for everyone 6 months and older. Come say hi!

GALLATIN VALLEY BOTANICAL AT ROCKY CREEK FARMS

FALL FESTIVAL 3-5pm • Rocky Creek Farm, 34297 Frontage Rd, Bozeman • (406) 599-2361 Enjoy hay rides to the pumpkin patch as well as apple picking and cider pressing. On top of cider and juice, their farm stand will have seasonal produce such as decorative gourds, dried flowers, ornamental grasses, and more pumpkins! They will also serve fresh apple cider donuts on Saturday and Sunday mornings.

EXPERIENCING CHANGE WITH GRIEF YOGA 5:15pm • Strength & Grace Yoga & Wellness • $23.18 • All Ages, under 18 with parent or legal guardian Join us for a heartfelt and supportive practice of Grief Yoga anyone can do from a chair, standing, or on your mat. We use movement, breath, and sound to help ease the pain and struggle of loss, while fostering a deeper sense of empowerment and love.

BIG SKY PREMIERS TGR’S “PRESSURE DROP” 6-7:30pm • The Waypoint, 50 Ousel Falls Rd, Big Sky • $23.18 Join us for the showing of TGRs latest winter film and help support local youth winter clubs with Big Sky Ski Education Foundation. Food and beverage is available onsite. We look forward to seeing you there!

THE HOOLIGANS 6-8pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge. com Formed in 1990, Hooligans is Bozeman’s longest running roots rock/americana/blues/jam band. Inspired by the improv driven music of the San Francisco scene as well as early folk, blues and great rock’n’roll.

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 6-9pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

CELTIC MUSIC 6:30-8:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover Each Friday night Valhalla celebrate Celtic culture with music.

FRIDAY JAZZ 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no charge • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Friday Jazz with Alex Robilotta, please come down and enjoy your Friday night with live music and of course delicious pizza!

FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ 7-9pm • gute Laune, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • (406) 404-7911 • gutelaunewurstbar. com Live Jazz Every Friday! Featuring a rotating line up of some of the best musicians SW Montana has to offer! Hosted by Alex Robilotta.

BLUE & GOLD GALA 7pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • (406) 994-CATS • www.brickbreeden.com MSU’s largest fundraising event to raise money to support the costs of all Bobcat student-athlete scholarships. For more information regarding reserving a table, sponsorships, and donation opportunities, please reach out to Rainey Peuse (Rainey.Peuse@ msubobcats.com). Go Cats!

BOZEMAN HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL VS. RUSSELL 7pm • Bozeman High School, 205 North 11th Avenue, Bozeman • $7 adults, $5 students • (406) 522-6200 • www.bsd7.org/bhsonline/ High school football.

FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH JAY WASHINGTON 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 ($30 at the door) • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com

A professional wrestler turned stand-up comedian, Jay Washington’s antics during wrestling promo’s and in-ring interviews, made it almost natural for him to make the transition from the squared circle to the stage. Jay’s performed in various comedy festivals and has worked in a various comedy clubs and venues around the country.

ALFRED HITCHCOCK - THE BIRDS 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $9 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com A Must-See on the Big Screen. Wealthy socialite Melanie Daniels (Tippi Hedren) meets charming lawyer Mitch Brenner (Rod Taylor) during a playful San Francisco pet shop encounter involving lovebirds. One of Hitchcock’s most belovedand terrifying - films.

ICE HOCKEY: BOZEMAN ICEDOGS VS HELENA BIGHORNS 7:30pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Ice hockey game

MONTANA CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT: REYNOLDS RECITAL HALL 7:30pm • Reynold’s Recital Hall, MSU Howard Hall, Bozeman • $35 adults, $25 seniors, $10 students • (406) 994-3562 • www. montana.edu Artists: Kenji Bunch, viola; Monica Ohuchi, piano; Angella Ahn, violin

BOZEMAN PARANORMAL SOCIETY CEMETERY TOURS 8pm • Sunset Hills Cemetery, Bozeman • 5.00 • All Ages • 4065808855 • www.eventbrite.com Welcome to the annual Bozeman Paranormal society presents Cemetery tours. Explore the history and mysteries of this historic site with our knowledgeable guides

TRENT BROOKS BAND 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 21+ • 4062190400 • thejumpmt.com Trent Brooks and his band of outlaws spend their time between Montana and Texas spinning their honkytonk yarns and making every boot scoot, and every booty boogie! Their music makes even the coldest hearts warm and the city-slickers slide boots.

LOVE AND INFORMATION 8pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • by donation • (406) 587-9797 • vergetheater.com This groundbreaking play explores the complexities of human connection in a fast-paced, information-saturated world, offering a kaleidoscopic look at love, identity, and communication.

KATIE BOECK 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $40 • livefromthedivide.com Nashville based singer, songwriter, and storyteller.

STEENS 9-11pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Singer/ Songwriter from Bozeman, MT covering his favorites with his own personal twist.

BUFFALO BURROWS 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Buff likes to describe his sound as Post Western. It’s equal parts the songwriting of Marty Robbins, Spaghetti Western orchestration of Ennio Morricone and the electronic architecture of Trent Reznor. Buff’s timeless western voice blazes a trail through a landscape of mountainous 808s, sweeping analog synths and home-brewed samples.

FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH JAY WASHINGTON 9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 ($30 at the door) • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com A professional wrestler turned stand-up comedian, Jay Washington’s antics during wrestling promo’s and in-ring interviews, made it almost natural for him to make the transition from the squared circle to the stage. Jay’s performed in various comedy festivals and has worked in a various comedy clubs and venues around the country.

LOST CANYONS 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • FREE • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com

SATURDAY, OCT. 11

WINTER COAT DRIVE 7am-10pm • Dry Fly Saloon • Give & Get • All Ages • 406.505.5558 • dryflysaloon.com Give warmth and get flavor! Donate a new or gently used coat at Dry Fly Saloon this October and receive a free Hunter’s Chili Dip for the table.

GALLATIN VALLEY BOTANICAL AT ROCKY CREEK FARMS FALL FESTIVAL 9am-5pm • Rocky Creek Farm, 34297 Frontage Rd, Bozeman • (406) 599-2361 Enjoy hay rides to the pumpkin patch as well as apple picking and cider pressing. On top of cider and juice, their farm stand will have seasonal produce such as decorative gourds, dried flowers, ornamental grasses, and more pumpkins! They will also serve fresh apple cider donuts on Saturday and Sunday mornings.

PREPARING FOR SELF-DEFENSE – BEFORE & AFTER (CCHDF#1) 10am-1pm • Mukai Coffeehouse Conference Room • $30 • 18+ • gallatincommunitygunclub.org This class teaches situational awareness, threat recognition, and protection planning, along with understanding use of force, what to expect in violent encounters, and how to respond legally and appropriately afterward.

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 10am-9pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

JUSTIN BIGART 6-8pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com

Growing up in Missoula, Montana, Justin got much of my early music education from his dad’s classic rock record collection, his mom’s love of country music and Casey Kasem’s Top 40 radio. Music was a magic tonic that Justin was content to enjoy as a fan with no creative ambitions of his own.

MASQUERADE PARTY AT THE HILLTOP 6-11:30pm • $65.87 • 21+

Catered eats, crafted cocktails with a free welcome drink. Dancing and fun. Hot tub & fire pit. Located on a private mountaintop.

THE MOTET 7pm • The Elm • $40.45 - $64.90 • All Ages • (406) 830-4640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome The Motet for a live in concert performance.

NOTORIOUS BOZ W/ MISSY O’MALLEY! 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com Notorious BOZ is a long-form improv show that celebrates the city of Bozeman, its history and its incredible citizens. Every show will feature a guest “Armando” or monologist who will share stories from their life. The cast will then use those stories as inspiration to create characters and scenes and bring it all together in a completely hilarious and improvised show.

GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR

BRINGING UP BABY 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Considered one of the Best Screwball Comedies of All Time!

BOZEMAN PARANORMAL SOCIETY CEMETERY TOURS 8pm • Sunset Hills Cemetery, Bozeman • 5.00 • All Ages • 4065808855 • www.eventbrite.com Welcome to the annual Bozeman Paranormal society presents Cemetery tours. Explore the history and mysteries of this historic site with our knowledgeable guides

CLINT REIMANN BAND 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • All Ages • 4062190400 • thejumpmt. com Clint Reimann and his Country band have taken Great Falls by storm and are branching out into the rest of Montana in a whirlwind of honky tonk and grit. They are rising stars in the country genre and have an energy that hasn’t been seen since 1889.

LADYBIRD, STONEFRUIT AND TYLER JOHN KRAEHLING

8-11:30pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $15 • (406) 587-0585 Milwaukee country rock outfit Ladybird have spent the last two years in development, quickly becoming one of the city’s most promising new acts. Stonefruit is a band from Bozeman, MT, comprised of singer/guitarist Olivia Langan, bassist Gavin Wallace, and drummer Jory Gomez.

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

LOVE AND INFORMATION 8pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • by donation • (406) 587-9797 • vergetheater.com This groundbreaking play explores the complexities of human connection in a fast-paced, information-saturated world, offering a kaleidoscopic look at love, identity, communication.

LADYBIRD, STONEFRUIT AND TYLER JOHN KRAELING 8pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $15 Presale or $20 Day of Show • 21+ • 4062093556 • events.sellout.io If you like Drive by Truckers, Lucero and Magnolia Electric Co. then this show is for you! This Milwaukee based Alt Country act is going to blow the doors off the Filler. Doors at 7 pm and Show starts at 8 pm sharp!

EMMA & THE LEDGE 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Emma and The Ledge is a guitar-slinging, blues-singing, sister duo from the Gallatin Valley. Inspired by Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, Beth Hart, and various blues and rock greats from the ’70s to ’90s, the pair brings an eclectic set of originals and covers with a re-imagined twist.

FOXXY HORROR 9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $20 • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com The Foxxy Horror is a fully improvised Rocky Horror Show complete with musical numbers, costumes, callouts, and audience participation.

BEN LARSON & THE GROWNASS MEN 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • FREE • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www. themurraybar.com Old Time Country, Bluegrass

IBIZA SOUND CLUB 10pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar. com House, Progressive House, Melodic Techno, Tech House, Techno and Trance

SUNDAY, OCT. 12

WINTER COAT DRIVE 7am-10pm • Dry Fly Saloon • Give & Get • All Ages • 406.505.5558 • dryflysaloon.com Give warmth and get flavor! Donate a new or gently used coat at Dry Fly Saloon this October and receive a free Hunter’s Chili Dip for the table.

CELTIC MUSIC 3-5pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • all ages Enjoy Celtic music at the Meadery each Sunday afternoon.

PAINT & SIP - “SPOOKY SEASON” 4-6pm • Bar 3 Bar-B-Q, 119 E

Main Street, Belgrade • $47 • 8+ • 2182341437 • aintabetterwaytopaint.com Spooky Season is here! Get in the Halloween spirit and paint along in this beginner-friendly painting class.

LOVE AND INFORMATION 5pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • by donation • (406) 587-9797 • vergetheater.com This groundbreaking play explores the complexities of human connection in a fast-paced, information-saturated world, offering a kaleidoscopic look at love, identity, communication.

HARMONY & HEALING SOUND BATH 6-7pm • Wild Wisdom Restorative, 4055 Valley Commons Dr ste c, Bozeman • $30 • www.wildwisdommt.com Experience harmony and healing with a tranquil sound bath.

PATTY PERSHAYLA W/ STEVEN STEPHEN 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Nashville-based rock artist Patty PerShayla with support from local rock group “Steven Stephen”.

BRICE ASH QUARTET 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Brice Ash crafts lyrical Americana songs full of

honesty and grit. His songs cover miles - stretching from heartfelt to heartbreak to cinematic ghost stories; tied together by his earthy voice and seasoned song work. After over a decade in Nashville, writing with hit songwriters and selling out venues such as The Bluebird, Ash moved his family to Bozeman, MT where he continues to play and record.

MONDAY, OCT. 13

WINTER COAT DRIVE 7am-10pm • Dry Fly Saloon • Give & Get • All Ages • 406.505.5558 • dryflysaloon.com Give warmth and get flavor! Donate a new or gently used coat at Dry Fly Saloon this October and receive a free Hunter’s Chili Dip for the table.

INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY YOUTH CELEBRATION (AGES 0 - 14) 3:30-5:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 014 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Celebrate Indigenous People’s Day with youth-focused activities honoring Indigenous art and culture. Enjoy a creation story, turtle rock craft, beading, and sensory bins inspired by Little Shell-Métis traditions.

GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Wildrye Distilling, 111 East Oak Street Suite 1E, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-2288 • www.wildryedistilling.com With Picture Rounds, Sound Rounds, Word Jumbles and more.. There’s Something for Everyone.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9pm • Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub.com Join us for our weekly trivia night, Game Night Live is a leader in bar trivia and music bingo, putting on awesome games at local venues that everyone can enjoy.

THE MONDAY NIGHT EXPERIMENT 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com Every Monday night the LBC community goes back into the lab. Join us for a night of comedic experimentation as members of the community try out new material, new forms, new characters, NEW EVERYTHING!!

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

TUESDAY, OCT. 14

GRIEF, LOSS, AND BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP 4:305:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Find strength through meeting others experiencing grief and loss in any form. Led by Kim Barrett, a Spiritual Care and Bereavement Counselor. Offered in partnership with Eden Hospice.

NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Hobby writers are welcome to share your work with other writers, critique content, and develop your ability.

SEWING CIRCLE - INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE QUILTING 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn how to finish quilt tops. Class 1: Basting and straight-line quilting. Class 2: Free Motion Quilting and Binding. Adults only, registration for both classes required.

TRAUMA REBOOT 6-8pm • Gallatin County Love INC • FREE • 18+ • 406-587-3008 • loveincgc.org Trauma REBOOT is a 12week, faith-based course designed to help individuals break free from the pain of past trauma and step into renewed hope and purpose. Pre-registration is required.

OPEN MIC 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Come share music, poetry or whatever you like with us every Tuesday!

STORIES BEYOND BORDERS | FUNDRAISING DINNER 6-8pm • $81.88 Join us for a night of heartwarming stories and delicious

food to support a good cause at our Stories Beyond Borders Fundraising Dinner!

RISKY QUIZNESS: REGIONAL CUISINE W/ BRENT BEWICK

6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com It’s a show. It’s a quiz show. It’s a comedy, quiz show! Every week has it’s own theme and expert hosts. This week join us for Regional Cuisine w/ Brent Bewick.

NRWG WOODWORKING CLUB MEETING 6:30-8:30pm • Bozeman High Wood Shop • FREE • All Ages • NRWG.club Join the Northern Rockies Woodworking Guild, Bozeman’s Original Woodworking Club, for our monthly meeting and demonstration

TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30-8:30pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Grab some friends and get there early to grab a table the first round starts at 6:30!

MOLLY TUTTLE 7pm • The Elm • $46.10 - $88.85 • All Ages • (406) 830-4640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Molly Tuttle for a live in concert performance with Joshua Ray Walker and Cecilia Castleman.

GNL TRIVIA 8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com Accessible and amazing trivia for everyone, always an awesome time. Prizes for winners.

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

OPEN MIC NIGHT 8pm • Tips Up, 76 Town Center Ave Unit

A1, Big Sky • (406) 995-2773 • www.tipsupbigsky.com Calling all artists, musicians, and lovers of local sound. Open Mic Night with Robby Hutto happens every Tuesday at 8 PM at Tips Up. Whether you’re ready to take the stage or just want to cheer on Big Sky’s up-and-coming talent, this is your chance to plug into the local music scene.

BONE DRY COMEDY: STAND-UP OPEN MIC 8pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4065707766 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Bone Dry Comedy brings Open Mic night to Last Best Comedy. Our weekly open mic is a safe, friendly, supportive place to start your comedy journey, try new material, and connect to the scene.

TUESDAY INDUSTRY NIGHT 9pm • The Waypoint, 50 Ousel Falls Rd, Big Sky • no cover • 21+ • thebigskywaypoint.com Join us every Tuesday 9pm-late for beer pong, drink discounts, beer dice, and $3 pizza slices!

BOZEMAN’S BEST KARAOKE 9pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Get out and sing the night away.

WEDNESDAY,

OCT. 15

MOR’S PRESENTING PREHISTORY LECTURE SERIES | DR. MARY SCHWEITZER 5:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership, $5/ non-member • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Explore how the discovery of the T. rex fossil “B-Rex” in Montana inspired Dr. Mary Schweitzer’s groundbreaking work uncovering preserved soft tissue in dinosaur bone. This discovery challenged long-held beliefs and revolutionized paleontology.

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

GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.

DRINK AND DRAW 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Come make art with us! Supplies provided.

BRENDAN NOLAN 6-8pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Brendan Nolan is a singer songwriter playing six string and dobro slide. Brendan plays blues and classic rock plus old school country with soulful vocals and bright guitar licks, keeping things interesting!

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 6-9pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

BREATH TRANCE 6-9pm • Wild Wisdom Restorative, 4055 Valley Commons Dr ste c, Bozeman • $45 • www.wildwisdommt.com Join a community of like minded folks for healing, expression, connection and love.

INTRO TO LASER CUTTING 6:30-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens/adults • (406) 5822400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn what laser cutting is and how you can use the laser cutter in the Work Bench.

TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.

WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance floor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes.

BRIDGERCARE VARIETY SHOW 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • (406) 2193933 • lastbestcomedy.com Bridgercare and Last Best Comedy are joining forces for a celebration of sexual health featuring storytelling, singing, and more hosted by the fabulous Bex Frucht!

THE AMERICAN SOUTHWEST 7pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • Adult $13.50, Senior $13.00, Student $11.50 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com THE AMERICAN SOUTHWEST is a wild and unforgettable journey down the mighty Colorado River.

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

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

LADIES NIGHT 8pm • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy 2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.

OPEN JAM 8pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • FREE • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Come jam with us!

THURSDAY, OCT. 16

FABRIC POSTCARD WORKSHOP 5:30-9pm • Gallatin History Museum, 317 W Main, Bozeman • $35 /person • All Ages • 4065228122 • gallatinhistorymuseum.org Enjoy a light supper and instruction from Pat Hamlin on creating your own fabric postcard inspired by the work of Fred Willson and James Rizzi. Please bring sharp scissors, all other materials will be provided. Please call to reserve.

THE STAND-UP POP-UP VOL. 4 6-7pm • Apres Brewing • FREE • 21+ • 406-743-8263 • www.facebook.com Its the October (HALLOWEEN) Stand-Up Pop-Up! Bozeman’s short-form standup comedy showcase. As always, this one’s at Apres Brewing! 21+ FREE ADMISSION. Comedy from Shelly Howls, Will Laws & Kyle Kulseth. Wear a custume, get a buck off your beers!

COMPOSTING WORKSHOP 6-7pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Gallatin County residents are invited to learn how to turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost.

FLY-TYING NIGHT 6-9pm • Bozeman Fly Supply, 2621 W College, Bozeman • FREE Bring your vise, tools, materials, and beverages to tie some flies. This is not a class but an invitation for all to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have fun with fellow tiers.

THE DISRUPTORS: AN AWARD-WINNING FILM ABOUT THRIVING WITH ADHD 6pm • Wild Wisdom Restorative, 4055 Valley Commons Dr ste c, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • www.wildwisdommt. com Join me for one Thursday in October to watch this impactful film, have a discussion about what it means for you, and discover next steps.

ART W/ DR. IKE! 6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com We’re bringing art history into the comedy theater! Through October, this series is going to explore art and protest, nuclear weapons, and Bozeman’s architectural history.

DUMPLINGS COOKING CLASS 6:30-8:30pm • Bridger Kitchens, 7540 Pioneer Way, Bozeman • $50 Discover the secrets of creating flavorful dumplings in this guided class

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

BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!

GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR

JACK OOSTER 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Bozeman-based acoustic psychedelic artist Jack Ooster.

BOZEMAN HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL VS. BILLINGS WEST 7pm • Bozeman High School, 205 North 11th Avenue, Bozeman • $7 adults, $5 students • (406) 522-6200 • www.bsd7.org/bhsonline/ High school football.

THURSDAY NIGHT OUT! 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 / $5 for MSU Students at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com We are working hard to create new and exciting improv shows that will rotate through limited runs and each week will also feature a headline show by NOW w/ Annie & Levin or Okay, Carol. There is nothing quite like the shared experience of a night of one of a kind comedy, never to be seen again. Try it once and see if you don’t feel the same way!

WILD, FROM POLE TO POLE 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $19.75 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Please join Award Winning Professional Wildlife Photographer and Naturalist, Rich Kirchner and Naturalist Marylou Blakeslee as they explore “Wild” areas and their importance; plus the amazing creatures that depend on these areas for their survival!

OPEN MIC NIGHT 8-10pm • Bozeman Taproom, 101 N Rouse Ave, Bozeman • no cover • all ages Grab a friend, grab a beer and come check it out! Host of open mic and live music by Jack Ooster! Free sign up begins at 4pm either in person or via phone call.

FRIDAY, OCT. 17

BOZEMAN POETRY COLLECTIVE 18+ OPEN MIC 5-6:30pm • Country Bookshelf, 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • (406)587-0166 • www.countrybookshelf.com Join Bozeman Poetry Collective at the Country Bookshelf for our 18+ open mic. Bring your poems, stories, art pieces, and a desire to be in community.

BOZEMAN FALL MADE FAIR 5-8pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • FRIDAY: $10 VIP 5 PM-8 PM SATURDAY : $5 EARLY BIRD 9AM-10AM; FREE ENTRY 10AM-4PM

HORNBREAD Oct 19 - Bozeman Hot Springs

• All Ages • 4062149078 • www.handmademontana.com Enjoy shopping a curated collection of over 195+ skilled artisans and non-profits. There is something for everyone from affordable functional art to heirloom fine art pieces. VIP & Early Bird Pass proceeds benefit Gallatin Watershed Council.

EXPERIENCING CHANGE WITH GRIEF YOGA 5:15pm • Strength & Grace Yoga & Wellness • $23.18 • All Ages, under 18 with parent or legal guardian Join us for a heartfelt and supportive practice of Grief Yoga anyone can do from a chair, standing, or on your mat. We use movement, breath, and sound to help ease the pain and struggle of loss, while fostering a deeper sense of empowerment and love.

LIVE MUSIC - JAY ALM 6-8pm • Wildrye Distilling, 111 East Oak Street Suite 1E, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772288 • wildryedistilling.com Jay Alm plays a soulful blend of Acoustic Alt-Rock and rootsy, lyrical musings. Expect 6 and 12 string guitar, the occasional mandolin, a capella audio, and intimate scratch-born vocals.

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 6-9pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

CELTIC MUSIC 6:30-8:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover Each Friday night Valhalla celebrate Celtic culture with music.

FRIDAY JAZZ 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no charge • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Friday Jazz with Alex Robilotta, please come down and enjoy your Friday night with live music and of course delicious pizza!

FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ 7-9pm • gute Laune, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • (406) 404-7911 • gutelaunewurstbar. com Live Jazz Every Friday! Featuring a rotating line up of some of the best musicians SW Montana has to offer! Hosted by Alex Robilotta.

YUNG GRAVY 7pm • The Elm • $36.10 - $76.30 • All Ages • (406) 830-4640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Yung Gravy for a live in concert performance.

FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH MAGGIE MAYE 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 ($30 at the door) • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy. com Maggie Maye loves candy almost as much as she also loves performing comedy. She made her late night debut on Conan and was featured on Last Call with Carson Daly. Her comedy is described in the same way she is: sassy, charming, and smart. Also, a 6-year-old once told her she was the funniest person ever. And kids rarely lie.

CHARLIE CHAPLIN - CITY LIGHTS 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $9 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com A True Masterpiece: City Lights is often considered Chaplin’s most beloved work and a masterpiece of cinema.

JARRED HANSON & THE SUNSAH406 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 21+ • 4062190400 • thejumpmt.com Helena, MT Country legends Jarred Hanson and SunsAh406 return to the Jump to get our boots movin’ and our booty’s groovin… Be sure to get down and join the dance revolution that all started here at your favorite Dance Hall!

JACKSON HOLTE & THE HIGHWAY PATROL 8-11pm • The Attic, 110 N Main St, 2nd Floor, Livingston • $10 • www.theatticmontana. com Jackson Holte & The Highway Patrol are a five-piece rock and roll band in Western Montana. With The Butcher Bird.

SIGNAL FIRE 8pm • Tips Up, 76 Town Center Ave Unit A1, Big Sky • (406) 995-2773 • www.tipsupbigsky.com Signal Fire is a Bozeman-based band that delivers a high-voltage fusion of rock, blues, and soul with energy that’s impossible to ignore. Their mix of electrifying originals and crowd-pleasing covers makes every set feel like a celebration. Driven by powerful vocals, tight grooves, and standout guitar and keys work, Signal Fire is all about making you move—and they do it with style.

JEFF PETERSON BAND 9-11pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Americana songwriter based in Bozeman

FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH MAGGIE MAYE 9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 ($30 at the door) • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy. com Maggie Maye loves candy almost as much as she also loves performing comedy. She made her late night debut on Conan and was featured on Last Call with Carson Daly. Her comedy is described in the same way she is: sassy, charming, and smart. Also, a 6-year-old once told her she was the funniest person ever. And kids rarely lie.

THE DIRT FARMERS 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • FREE • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com

SATURDAY, OCT. 18

WINTER COAT DRIVE 7am-10pm • Dry Fly Saloon • Give & Get • All Ages • 406.505.5558 • dryflysaloon.com Give warmth and get flavor! Donate a new or gently used coat at Dry Fly Saloon this October and receive a free Hunter’s Chili Dip for the table.

BOZEMAN FALL MADE FAIR 9am-4pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • FRIDAY: $10 VIP 5 PM-8 PM SATURDAY : $5 EARLY BIRD 9AM-10AM; FREE ENTRY 10AM-4PM • All Ages • 4062149078 • www.handmademontana.com Enjoy shopping a curated collection of over 195+ skilled artisans and non-profits. There is something for everyone from affordable functional art to heirloom fine art pieces. VIP & Early Bird Pass proceeds benefit Gallatin Watershed Council.

CASH4CAMERAS AT BOZEMAN PHOTO EXPO 2025 9am-5pm • FREE Bring your used camera gear to Bozeman Photo Expo 2025! Our experts will be on-site to buy your used camera equipment!

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 10am-9pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

MONTANA FRESH HOP FESTIVAL! 3-8pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • $25 • 21+ • (406) 582-3270 • www.eventbrite.com This unique style of beer is a true seasonal, only available each year during Hop Harvest! $25 gets you entry into the Festival, a commemorative tasting glass, and unlimited samples of delicious Montana brews from over 30 breweries!

ROAD AGENTS ROOST’S GERMAN RESTAURANT GHOST INVESTIGATION 6-11:30pm • The Road Agents’ Roost, 118 West Wallace Street, Virginia City • $23.18 • (406) 843-5200 • www. roadagentsroost.com Join us at Road Agents Roost’s German Restaurant for a thrilling ghost investigation!

CHARLES WESLEY GODWIN 7pm • The Elm • $53.15 - $135.90 • All Ages • (406) 830-4640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Charles Wesley Godwin for a live in concert performance with Danno Simpson.

NOTORIOUS BOZ W/ NIKKI SHATTUCK! 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com Notorious BOZ is a long-form improv show that celebrates the city of Bozeman, its history and its incredible citizens. Every show will feature a guest “Armando” or monologist who will share stories from their life. The cast will then use those stories as inspiration to create characters and scenes and bring it all together in a completely hilarious and improvised show.

BRING THEM HOME 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $11.75 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Bring Them Home tells the story of a small group of Blackfoot people and their mission to establish the first wild buffalo herd on their ancestral territory since the species’ near-extinction a century ago, an act that would restore the land, re-enliven traditional culture and bring much needed healing to their community.

PUTTIN’ ON THE HITS KARAOKE 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 21+ • 4062190400 • thejumpmt.com Puttin on the Hits Karaoke night!

THE FOSSILS 8-11pm • The Attic, 110 N Main St, 2nd Floor, Livingston • $10 • www.theatticmontana.com The Fossils are a local band from Livingston Montana, a fan favorite around town and sure to guarantee a rocking good time.

WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing

LADIES NIGHT - LATIN DJS 9-10pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www. thegreydogbar.com Latin DJs

FOXXY HORROR 9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $20 • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com The Foxxy Horror is a fully improvised Rocky Horror Show complete with musical numbers, costumes, callouts, and audience participation.

WEST DAKOTA STUTTER 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • FREE • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar. com Folk Rock

SUNDAY, OCT. 19

WINTER COAT DRIVE 7am-10pm • Dry Fly Saloon • Give & Get • All Ages • 406.505.5558 • dryflysaloon.com Give warmth and get flavor! Donate a new or gently used coat at Dry Fly Saloon this October and receive a free Hunter’s Chili Dip for the table.

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 10am-6pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

CASH4CAMERAS AT BOZEMAN PHOTO EXPO 2025 10:30am4:30pm • FREE Bring your used camera gear to Bozeman Photo Expo 2025! Our experts will be on-site to buy your used camera equipment!

CELTIC MUSIC 3-5pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • all ages Enjoy Celtic music at the Meadery each Sunday afternoon.

PAINT & SIP - “HALLOWEEN NIGHT” 5-7pm • Audreys Pizza Oven & Freefall Brewery, 806 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • $47 • 8+ • 2182341437 • aintabetterwaytopaint.com Get in the Halloween spirit at Audrey’s Pizza! A beginner-friendly painting class. Grab a ticket online!

GARY’S VARIETY SHOW 5pm • Warren Miller Performing Arts Center, 45465 Gallatin Road, Big Sky • $20 adults, $10 students • 406-995-6345 • www.warrenmillerpac.org Featuring Lindsay Benner’s Book of Love and Michael Rayner

HARMONY & HEALING SOUND BATH 6-7pm • Wild Wisdom Restorative, 4055 Valley Commons Dr ste c, Bozeman • $30 • www.wildwisdommt.com Experience harmony and healing with a tranquil sound bath.

HORNBREAD 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Bozeman-based ska band “Hornbread”.

FINDING LUCINDA (FILM SCREENING & SONGWRITERS IN THE ROUND) 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $30 Advance • livefromthedivide.com Film Screening & Songwriters in the Round Finding Lucinda offers an intimate and revealing look into a young songwriter’s search for their creative path by looking toward the early life and legacy of three-time GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams.

MONDAY, OCT. 20

GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Wildrye Distilling, 111 East Oak Street Suite 1E, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-2288 • www.wildryedistilling.com With Picture Rounds, Sound Rounds, Word Jumbles and more.. There’s Something for Everyone.

THE MONTANA CONSTITUTION ROAD SHOW 6-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Explore the fascinating story behind Montana’s foundational document. Registration preferred. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters and presented by Upper Seven Law.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9pm • Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub.com Join us for our weekly trivia night, Game Night Live is a leader in bar trivia and music bingo, putting on awesome games at local venues that everyone can enjoy.

MOJOHAND WITH STEVEN STEPHEN AND LOGAN LIEBERT & THE LIGHT BLUE 7-11pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $15 Presale and $20 Day of Show • 21+ • 4062093556 • events.sellout.io/Mojohand NJ/NYC based Americana-rockers Mojohand have been winning over audiences from Pittsburgh, PA to Austin, TX and everywhere in between since late-2016. Mojohand have played countless shows in dive bars, DIY basement venues, and at colleges and clubs!

THE MONDAY NIGHT EXPERIMENT 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com Every Monday night the LBC community goes back into the lab. Join us for a night of comedic experimentation as members of the community try out new material, new forms, new characters, NEW EVERYTHING!!

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

TUESDAY, OCT. 21

NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Hobby writers are welcome to share your work with other writers, critique content, and develop your ability.

DEATH ON THE FRONTIER A LECTURE WITH CRYSTAL ALEGRIA 6-7pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Death on the Frontier: Mourning and Funeral Rituals in 19th-Century Montana explores how communities in.

TRAUMA REBOOT 6-8pm • Gallatin County Love INC • FREE • 18+ • 406-587-3008 • loveincgc.org Trauma REBOOT is a 12week, faith-based course designed to help individuals break free from the pain of past trauma and step into renewed hope and purpose. Pre-registration is required.

LIFE-SAVING SKILLS: HANDS-ONLY CPR 6-8pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • Teens and Adults • (406) 388-4346 • www.belgradelibrary.org Learn simplified yet effective techniques to empower you to confidently respond to cardiac emergencies, making a difference when every second counts. No medical experience necessary. Registration required. Instructors from Belgrade Police, Central Valley Fire, and more will provide instruction, hands-on practice, and coaching.

OPEN MIC 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Come share music, poetry or whatever you like with us every Tuesday!

BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME & HAIL THE SUN 6pm • The Elm • $36.10 - $46.10 • All Ages • (406) 830-4640 • logjampresents. com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Between the Buried and Me & Hail The Sun for a live concert with Delta Sleep.

RISKY QUIZNESS: GEOLOGY W/ CHELSEA HOGAN 6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com It’s a show. It’s a quiz show. It’s a comedy, quiz show! Every week has it’s own theme and expert hosts. This week join us for Geology w/ Chelsea Hogan.

TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30-8:30pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Grab some friends and get there early to grab a table the first round starts at 6:30!

CUSTARDS COOKING CLASS 6:30-8:30pm • Bridger Kitchens, 7540 Pioneer Way, Bozeman • $65 Learn the secrets to smooth, rich custards in a deliciously sweet class

13TH ANNUAL PROVOST’S DISTINGUISHED LECTURER SERIES: VIRGINIA BRATTON, JAKE JABS COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP 7pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 994-2251 • www. museumoftherockies.org This series, which is free and open to the public, recognizes outstanding MSU faculty for their creative scholarship and leadership. Presenters will speak on inspirations for their work in talks suitable for professionals and the public. Lectures will be followed by a reception.

GNL TRIVIA 8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com Accessible and amazing trivia for everyone, always an awesome time. Prizes for winners.

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

OPEN MIC NIGHT 8pm • Tips Up, 76 Town Center Ave Unit A1, Big Sky • (406) 995-2773 • www.tipsupbigsky.com Calling all artists, musicians, and lovers of local sound. Open Mic Night with Robby Hutto happens every Tuesday at 8 PM at Tips Up. Whether you’re ready to take the stage or just want to cheer on Big Sky’s up-and-coming talent, this is your chance to plug into the local music scene.

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BONE DRY COMEDY: STAND-UP OPEN MIC 8pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4065707766 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Bone Dry Comedy brings Open Mic night to Last Best Comedy. Our weekly open mic is a safe, friendly, supportive place to start your comedy journey, try new material, and connect to the Bozeman Stand up scene.

TUESDAY INDUSTRY NIGHT 9pm • The Waypoint, 50 Ousel Falls Rd, Big Sky • no cover • 21+ • thebigskywaypoint.com Join us every Tuesday 9pm-late for beer pong, drink discounts, beer dice, and $3 pizza slices!

BOZEMAN’S BEST KARAOKE 9pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Get out and sing the night away.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 22

VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK - MALALA YOUSAFZAI 5-6pm • Online through Bozeman Public Library • FREE • Adults Finding My Way with Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai.

DENIM & DIAMONDS CELEBRATING TRAILBLAZING WOMEN OF THE WEST 5:30-8:30pm • Best Western Plus GranTree Inn • From $65, See website to register • All Ages • 4065817317 • www. bozemanbpw.org Bozeman Professional Women presents our Annual Celebration Event Honoring Grant Winners, Employer of the Year, Young Careerist, and Woman of Achievement! Tickets available Now at website: www.bozemanbpw.org

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

GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.

DRINK AND DRAW 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Come make art with us! Supplies provided.

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 6-9pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

SCIENCE INQUIRY SERIES: THE ENERGY, ECONOMY AND CLIMATE NEXUS 6:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library • FREE • All Ages • 6505801083 • www.gallatinscience.org Dr. Lee Span-

AARON WOODALL Oct 24 - Last Best Comedy

gler, Director of the MSU Energy Research Institute, will discuss challenges, tools and infrastructure for reducing climate impact while maintaining a modern economy and acceptable standard of living.

INTRO TO MACHINE EMBROIDERY 6:30-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 12+ • (406) 5822400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn what machine embroidery is and how you can use the embroidery machine in the Work Bench.

Registration is required. Registrants must complete a Work Bench waiver and obtain a Work Bench card prior to this class.

TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.

WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance floor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes.

ST. OLAF ORCHESTRA AT HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH 7pm • Hope Lutheran Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman • $10, students and educators FREE The St. Olaf Orchestra, conducted by Chung Park, will perform at Hope Lutheran Church.

MICHAEL GLATZMAIER STAND-UP COMEDY 7:30-9pm • Butte Depot, 818 South Arizona Ave, Butte • $17.85 • UNDER 18 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN Michael Glatzmaier’s hilarious stand-up is coming to the Butte Depot! He is creating an improv comedy documentary, so don’t miss!

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

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

LADIES NIGHT 8pm • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy 2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.

OPEN JAM 8pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • FREE • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Come jam with us!

LIAM ST. JOHN 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $45 Advance • livefromthedivide.com Liam St. John is a chart topping blues singer+songwriter out of NASHVILLE, TN.

THURSDAY, OCT. 23

FLY-TYING NIGHT 6-9pm • Bozeman Fly Supply, 2621 W College, Bozeman • FREE Bring your vise, tools, materials, and beverages to tie some flies. This is not a class but an invitation for all to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have fun with fellow tiers.

AN EVENING WITH CINDY OWINGS, FASHION PIONEER & ARTIST 6-9pm • Gallatin History Museum, 317 W Main, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065228122 • gallatinhistorymuseum.org Wear your Cindy Owings Designs coats and learn about Cindy’s remarkable journey—from sewing wool coats in her living room to gracing Oprah’s “Love It” list—plus a heartfelt tribute to Bozeman’s beloved home decor dealer, Ralph McHenry.

THE DISRUPTORS: AN AWARD-WINNING FILM ABOUT THRIVING WITH ADHD 6pm • Wild Wisdom Restorative, 4055 Valley Commons Dr ste c, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • www.wildwisdommt. com Join me for one Thursday in October to watch this impactful film, have a discussion about what it means for you, and discover next steps.

ART W/ DR. IKE! 6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com We’re bringing art history into the comedy theater! Through October, this series is going to explore art and protest, nuclear weapons, and Bozeman’s architectural history.

GATHER & GROW: HOW ANIMALS WEATHER THE WINTER WITH CEDAR MATHERS-WINN 6:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Community Food Co-op, West Main • FREE • All Ages • 4065871919 • www.bozo.coop The animals around us use their own strategies to support themselves through lean, long winters. Join Cedar Mathers-Winn, naturalist, biologist, and educator, to learn how our wild neighbors keep themselves fed in the season of scarcity.

4TH THURSDAY BOOK CLUB 6:30-7:45pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • Young adults and adults • (406) 388-4346 • www.belgradelibrary.org Book discussion, opinion-sharing, refreshments, and lots of fun! It is open to young adult and up in age and new members are always welcome.

EVERYTHING TACO COOKING CLASS 6:30-8:30pm • Bridger Kitchens, 7540 Pioneer Way, Bozeman • $50 Discover a variety of taco styles and flavors, with something for every taste

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

BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!

BRICE ASH TRIO 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Bozeman-based acoustic rock trio “The Brice Ash Trio”.

MELODIES FOR MONTANA PBS 7pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $125 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre. com Donation to PBS - $100.00 (tax-deductible) MORE THAN 40 TALENTED ARTISTS, displaying a variety of musical styles and genres, will gather for an evening of incredible performances to raise funds for Montana PBS’ “Bridge the Gap.”

MSU WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL: VS WEBER STATE 7pm • MSU Shroyer Gym, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $10+ college volleyball

THURSDAY NIGHT OUT! 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 / $5 for MSU Students at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com We are working hard to create new and exciting improv shows that will rotate through limited runs and each week will also feature a headline show by NOW w/ Annie & Levin or Okay, Carol. There is nothing quite like the shared experience of a night of one of a kind comedy, never to be seen again. Try it once and see if you don’t feel the same way!

OPEN MIC NIGHT 8-10pm • Bozeman Taproom, 101 N Rouse Ave, Bozeman • no cover • all ages Grab a friend, grab a beer and come check it out! Host of open mic and live music by Jack Ooster! Free sign up begins at 4pm in person or via phone call.

FRIDAY, OCT. 24

FREE VACCINES - FRIDAYS AT THE LIBRARY! 2-5:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org The Gallatin City-County Health Department will be offering FREE flu and COVID vaccines for everyone 6 months and older. Come say hi!

ZOMBIE WALK 5pm • Lewis and Clark Park, 205 E. Main St, Belgrade • All Ages Come out in your zombie gear or come get zombie makeup. We will have makeup available. This is a food bank event so anyone bringing food will get a ghost plush and candy. We’re going to have snacks as well and drinks.

FOOD FOR THE HUNGRY VOLUNTEER - ZACH WILLIAMS 5:30pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • FREE • 16+ • (406) 994-CATS • www.brickbreeden.com Come help Food for the Hungry in their efforts to end human poverty and hear some live music from Zach Williams, We the Kingdom and more!

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 6-9pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

POUR & GORE: A VICTORIAN HALLOWEEN PARTY 6-10pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $49/member, $55/non-member • 21+ • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Step into eerie elegance at Pour and Gore, the ultimate Halloween soirée for adults! Slip into your finest vintage threads and uncover the shadowy secrets of the Victorian era at this delightfully dark and immersive evening of spirited fun.

CELTIC MUSIC

6:30-8:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover Each Friday night Valhalla celebrate Celtic culture with music.

FRIDAY JAZZ 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no charge • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Friday Jazz with Alex Robilotta, please come down and enjoy your Friday night with live music and of course delicious pizza!

GALLOWS, GRAVES, GHOST TOWNS & OTHER GHASTLY TALES 7-8pm • Gallatin History Museum, 317 W Main, Bozeman • $15 • 13+ • 4065228122 • gallatinhistorymuseum.org This Halloween season, join Marlene Kauffeld for museum tours detailing the spooky, bizarre, and darker sides of the history that shaped southwest Montana. May contain mature or sensitive themes; parental discretion is advised.

FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ 7-9pm • gute Laune, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • (406) 404-7911 • gutelaunewurstbar. com Live Jazz Every Friday! Featuring a rotating line up of some of the best musicians SW Montana has to offer! Hosted by Alex Robilotta.

ZACH WILLIAMS THE REVIVAL NIGHTS TOUR—A NIGHT OF WORSHIP, RENEWAL, AND POWERFUL MUSIC 7pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $26+ • (406) 994CATS • www.brickbreeden.com Revival is coming! Zach Williams is hitting the road this fall and coming to the Brick with special guests We The Kingdom, Ben Fuller, and Leanna Crawford for the Revival Nights Tour—a night of worship, renewal, and powerful music.

KIP MOORE 7pm • The Elm • $65.95 - $124.50 • All Ages • (406) 830-4640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Kip Moore for a live in concert performance with Leon Majcen.

BANNACK STATE PARK’S ANNUAL GHOST WALKS 7pm • Bannack State Park, Bannack Take a walk with a Ghost at Bannack State Park.

GALLATIN HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL VS. BILLINGS SENIOR 7pm • Gallatin High School, 4455 Annie St, Bozeman • $7 adults, $5 students • (406) 522-4600 • ghs.bsd7.org High school football.

FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH AARON WOODALL Two Shows 7pm & 9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 ($30 at the door) • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com Aaron Woodall is as charming and delightful on stage as he is honest and vulnerable. Once a nice young man adored by mothers and bishops everywhere, Aaron sadly grew into a hedonistic hoodlum who finds joy in sick, depraved delights such as marijuana, and R-rated movies (both good, it turns out). But even after growing up to learn that God is dead, love isn’t real, and beer doesn’t even taste very good, he never gave in to cynicism.

ICE HOCKEY: BOZEMAN ICEDOGS VS YELLOWSTONE QUAKE 7:30pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Ice hockey game

GALLOWS, GRAVES, GHOST TOWNS & OTHER GHASTLY TALES

8-9pm • Gallatin History Museum, 317 W Main, Bozeman • $15 • 13+ • 4065228122 • gallatinhistorymuseum.org This Halloween season, join Marlene Kauffeld for museum tours detailing the spooky, bizarre, and darker sides of the history that shaped southwest Montana. May contain mature or sensitive themes; parental discretion is advised.

BRANDON HALE & THE DIRTY SHAME 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 21+ • 4062190400 • thejumpmt.com Brandon Hale & The Dirty Shame are Country behemoths, do not miss!

LEAVING A MARK: A COMEDY ABOUT SCARS 8pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • (406) 585-5885 • www. theellentheatre.com “Leaving a Mark” is a darkly funny, deeply personal look at the literal and metaphorical scars that shape us. From childhood mishaps to a near-fatal car accident and a battle with breast cancer, Ophira weaves together a personal survival tale that’s equal parts stand-up and storytelling.

LENA RICH - ALBUM RELEASE 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $30 Advance • livefromthedivide. com Celebrating the release of her latest album, King Tide, Lena Rich brings her original music.

STEVEN STEPHEN 9-11pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar. com The band draws from a wide spectrum of styles—alternative, folk, Americana, punk, grunge, and rock—anchored by distorted guitars, dynamic rhythms, and a loud, groovy bass line. Their sound is as eclectic as their story.

GARY SMALL & THE COYOTE BROTHERS 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • FREE • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www. themurraybar.com Blues Rock

SATURDAY,

OCT. 25

WINTER COAT DRIVE 7am-10pm • Dry Fly Saloon • Give & Get • All Ages • 406.505.5558 • dryflysaloon.com Give warmth and get flavor! Donate a new or gently used coat at Dry Fly Saloon this October and receive a free Hunter’s Chili Dip for the table.

RUN FOR YOUR LIFE | 5K & KID’S RUN/WALK 9am-1pm • MSU Stadium, East Parking lot • $35 and $12 For Kids • All Ages • 406-5877511 • helpcenterinc.org Join us for the 11th annual Halloween-themed race supporting Help Center, Inc.’s 24/7 crisis and suicide prevention services. Costumes welcome—walk, run, or cheer for this powerful community event.

GALLATIN VALLEY BOTANICAL AT ROCKY CREEK FARMS FALL FESTIVAL 9am-5pm • Rocky Creek Farm, 34297 Frontage Rd, Bozeman • (406) 599-2361 Enjoy hay rides to the pumpkin patch as well as apple picking and cider pressing. On top of cider and juice, their farm stand will have seasonal produce such as decorative gourds, dried flowers, ornamental grasses, and more pumpkins! They will also serve fresh apple cider donuts on Saturday and Sunday mornings.

BOZEMAN SPORTS CARDS FALL SHOW 10am-5pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4066005019 • www.bozemansportscards.com Calling all collectors and fans! Sports Cards, Pokémon, and Memorabilia. This is one of the largest Card Shows in Montana!

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 10am-9pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

MSU WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL: VS IDAHO STATE 1pm • MSU Shroyer Gym, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $10+ college volleyball

SHINE’S ANNUAL PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST 2-5pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Annual Pumpkin Carving competition... we supply the pumpkins YOU supply the creativity! Top 3 awarded prizes.

2025 COW COUNTRY JAMBOREE 5:30-10pm • Sweet Grass County Fairgrounds • $15-$40 Cow Country Jamboree Old Time Barn Dance and Fall Festival. An evening of fun for the whole family. Featuring live music from Brandon Hale and The Dirty Shame, dessert contest and auction, chicken bingo, kids’ cake walk, hand crafted drinks and snacks, food trucks and more! A fundraising event for Montana on a Mission.

POUR & GORE: A VICTORIAN HALLOWEEN PARTY 6-10pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $49/member, $55/non-member • 21+ • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Step into eerie elegance at Pour and Gore, the ultimate Halloween soirée for adults! Slip into your finest vintage threads and uncover the shadowy secrets of the Victorian era at this delightfully dark and immersive evening of spirited fun.

GALLOWS, GRAVES, GHOST TOWNS & OTHER GHASTLY TALES 7-8pm • Gallatin History Museum, 317 W Main, Bozeman • $15 • 13+ • 4065228122 • gallatinhistorymuseum.org This Halloween season, join Marlene Kauffeld for museum tours detailing the spooky, bizarre, and darker sides of the history that shaped southwest Montana. May contain mature or sensitive themes; parental discretion is advised.

BALLROOM DANCE BOZEMAN’S HALLOWEEN DANCE 7-10pm • Bozeman Senior Center, 807 N. Tracy Ave, Bozeman • $20 per person (included in Season Pass) • www.ballroomdancebozeman. org Treat yourself at Ballroom Dance Bozeman’s de-frightful HALLOWEEN DANCE - Time to BOO-GIE! Singles/couples welcome. You don’t need to be an expert dancer to join in. Attire is costume or dressy-casual, and clean dress shoes.

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JOSH SANCHEZ 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • All Ages • 4062190400 • thejumpmt.com Bozeman newest up and coming country star! He’s a rising star and a talented feller, let’s show him that Bozeman will support our own chicken fried style of country music!

KIP MOORE 7pm • The Elm • $65.95 - $124.60 • All Ages • (406) 830-4640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Kip Moore for a live in concert performance with Leon Majcen.

NOTORIOUS BOZ W/ ANDY WEAS! 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com Notorious BOZ is a long-form improv show that celebrates the city of Bozeman, its history and its incredible citizens. Every show will feature a guest “Armando” or monologist who will share stories from their life. The cast will then use those stories as inspiration to create characters and scenes and bring it all together in a completely hilarious and improvised show.

DANCES WITH WOLVES 7pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $9 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Join us for a powerful and unforgettable journey into the American West with Kevin Costner’s Academy Award-winning film, Dances with Wolves.

ICE HOCKEY: BOZEMAN ICEDOGS VS GILLETTE WILD 7:30pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Ice hockey game

GALLOWS, GRAVES, GHOST TOWNS & OTHER GHASTLY TALES 8-9pm • Gallatin History Museum, 317 W Main, Bozeman • $15 • 13+ • 4065228122 • gallatinhistorymuseum.org This Halloween season, join Marlene Kauffeld for museum tours detailing the spooky, bizarre, and darker sides of the history that shaped southwest Montana. May contain mature or sensitive themes; parental discretion is advised.

DEAD SKY 8-11pm • The Attic, 110 N Main St, 2nd Floor, Livingston • $20 • www.theatticmontana.com Grateful Dead tribute band from Bozeman, Montana

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

BANNACK STATE PARK’S ANNUAL GHOST WALKS 9pm • Bannack State Park, Bannack Take a walk with a Ghost at Bannack State Park.

FOXXY HORROR 9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $20 • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com The Foxxy Horror is a fully improvised Rocky Horror Show complete with musical numbers, costumes, callouts, and audience participation.

SUNDAY, OCT. 26

WINTER COAT DRIVE 7am-10pm • Dry Fly Saloon • Give & Get • All Ages • 406.505.5558 • dryflysaloon.com Give warmth and get flavor! Donate a new or gently used coat at Dry Fly Saloon this October and receive a free Hunter’s Chili Dip for the table.

GALLATIN VALLEY BOTANICAL AT ROCKY CREEK FARMS FALL FESTIVAL 10am-4pm • Rocky Creek Farm, 34297 Frontage Rd, Bozeman • (406) 599-2361 Enjoy hay rides to the pumpkin patch as well as apple picking and cider pressing. On top of cider and juice, their farm stand will have seasonal produce such as decorative gourds, dried flowers, ornamental grasses, and more pumpkins! They will also serve fresh apple cider donuts on Saturday and Sunday mornings.

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 10am-6pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

SUNDAY FUNDAY AT THE BOZONE (COTTONWOOD DAY SCHOOL FUNDRAISER) 2-8pm • Bozeman Brewing Co, 504 N Broadway Ave, Bozeman • (406) 585-9142 • www.bozemanbrewing.com A portion of sales supports Cottonwood Day School.

PINT NIGHT 2-8pm • Bozeman Brewing Co, 504 N Broadway Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • 2247238161 • www.cottonwooddayschool.org/events-2/ Sunday FUNday at the Bozone! A portion of sales supports Cottonwood Day School.

CELTIC MUSIC 3-5pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • all ages

THE ADDAMS FAMILY 3pm • Warren Miller Performing Arts Center, 45465 Gallatin Road, Big Sky • $25 adults, $15 students • 406995-6345 • www.warrenmillerpac.org Don’t miss the Halloween event of the season—The Addams Family at WMPAC. Big Sky’s best young actors bring Morticia, Gomez, Wednesday, and the whole kooky crew to life in this comical feast of love and family.

PAINT & SIP - “HALLOWEEN NIGHT” 4-6pm • Gallatin River Lodge, 9105 Thorpe Rd, Bozeman • $47 • 8+ • 2182341437 • aintabetterwaytopaint.com Paint your own Halloween scene at Gallatin River Lodge! Paint along at Gallatin River Lodge! I’ll bring everything you need to make your own spooky Halloween scene - I just need you!

HARMONY & HEALING SOUND BATH 6-7pm • Wild Wisdom Restorative, 4055 Valley Commons Dr ste c, Bozeman • $30 • www.wildwisdommt.com Experience harmony and healing with a tranquil sound bath.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY 6:30pm • Warren Miller Performing Arts Center, 45465 Gallatin Road, Big Sky • $25 adults, $15 students • 406-995-6345 • www.warrenmillerpac.org Don’t miss the Halloween event of the season—The Addams Family at WMPAC. Big Sky’s best young actors bring Morticia, Gomez, Wednesday, and the whole kooky crew to life in this comical feast of love and family.

CLINT REIMANN 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the local country group “Clint Reimann Band”.

THE TALLEST MAN ON EARTH 7pm • The Elm • $42.50 - $64.90 • All Ages • (406) 830-4640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome The Tallest Man on Earth for a live in concert performance with The Still Tide.

WAYNE BERGERON & MSU ONE O’CLOCK JAZZ BAND 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $19.25 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Love soaring, vibrant, and electrifying trumpet? Don’t miss Wayne Bergeron, the acclaimed L.A. studio legend whose signature sound brings to life The Incredibles, Soul, Toy Story 3 & 4, and over 500 blockbuster film scores.

MONDAY, OCT. 27

ESTATE PLANNING - FAMILIES AND LEGACIES 6-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn how to get your affairs in order with Dr. Marsha Goetting, a Professor and Extension Family Economics Specialist at Montana State University.

GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Wildrye Distilling, 111 East Oak Street Suite 1E, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-2288 • www.wildryedistilling.com With Picture Rounds, Sound Rounds, Word Jumbles and more.. There’s Something for Everyone.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9pm • Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub.com Join us for our weekly trivia night, Game Night Live is a leader in bar trivia and music bingo, putting on awesome games at local venues that everyone can enjoy.

THE MONDAY NIGHT EXPERIMENT 7pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com Every Monday night the LBC community goes back into the lab. Join us for a night of comedic experimentation as members of the community try out new material, new forms, new characters, NEW EVERYTHING!!

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

TUESDAY, OCT. 28

GRIEF, LOSS, AND BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP 4:305:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Find strength through meeting others experiencing grief and loss in any form. Led by Kim Barrett, a Spiritual Care and Bereavement Counselor. Offered in partnership with Eden Hospice.

WARREN MILLER’S SNO-CIETY 4:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • 4:30 PM - $18.00 or $22.00 Day of Show 7:30 PM - $22.00 or $26.00 Day of Show • (406) 585-5885 • www. theellentheatre.com This fall will mark the 76th annual feature film from Warren Miller Entertainment. Since the first film debuted in 1949, Warren Miller has been capturing the stories of skiers and riders across the globe. Each fall, the film tour celebrates the start of the season with the largest gathering of snow enthusiasts.

FLAT BREADS 5-7pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults • (406) 582-2400 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Make unleavened flat breads from around the world. Registration required. Kitchen Table Waiver required. Adults only.

NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 582-2400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Hobby writers are welcome to share your work with other writers, critique content, and develop your ability.

TRAUMA REBOOT 6-8pm • Gallatin County Love INC • FREE • 18+ • 406-587-3008 • loveincgc.org Trauma REBOOT is a 12week, faith-based course designed to help individuals break free from the pain of past trauma and step into renewed hope and purpose. Pre-registration is required.

OPEN MIC 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Come share music, poetry or whatever you like with us every Tuesday!

RISKY QUIZNESS: TRIVIA TRIVIA W/ CUBBIE JOHNSON 6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com It’s a show. It’s a quiz show. It’s a comedy, quiz show! Every week has it’s own theme and expert hosts. This week join us for Trivia Trivia w/ Cubbie Johnson

TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30-8:30pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Grab some friends and get there early to grab a table the first round starts at 6:30!

WARREN MILLER’S SNO-CIETY 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • 4:30 PM - $18.00 or $22.00 Day of Show 7:30 PM - $22.00 or $26.00 Day of Show • (406) 585-5885 • www. theellentheatre.com This fall will mark the 76th annual feature film from Warren Miller Entertainment. Since the first film debuted in 1949, Warren Miller has been capturing the stories of skiers and riders across the globe. Each fall, the film tour celebrates the start of the season with the largest gathering of snow enthusiasts.

GNL TRIVIA 8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com Accessible and amazing trivia for everyone, always an awesome time. Prizes for winners.

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

OPEN MIC NIGHT 8pm • Tips Up, 76 Town Center Ave Unit A1, Big Sky • (406) 995-2773 • www.tipsupbigsky.com Calling all artists, musicians, and lovers of local sound. Open Mic Night with Robby Hutto happens every Tuesday at 8 PM at Tips Up. Whether you’re ready to take the stage or just want to cheer on Big Sky’s up-and-coming talent, this is your chance to plug into the local music scene.

BONE DRY COMEDY: STAND-UP OPEN MIC 8pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4065707766 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Bone Dry Comedy brings Open Mic night to Last Best Comedy. Our weekly open mic is a safe, friendly, supportive place to start your comedy journey, try new material, and connect to the Bozeman Stand up scene.

TUESDAY INDUSTRY NIGHT 9pm • The Waypoint, 50 Ousel Falls Rd, Big Sky • no cover • 21+ • thebigskywaypoint.com Join us every Tuesday 9pm-late for beer pong, drink discounts, beer dice, and $3 pizza slices!

BOZEMAN’S BEST KARAOKE 9pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Get out and sing the night away.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 29

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

GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.

ANNUAL PUMPKIN STROLL DROP & GLOW 6-8pm • Story Mill Community Park, Story Mill Rd, Bozeman Drop off a carved pumpkin and stroll through the jack-o-lanterns!

DRINK AND DRAW 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Come make art with us! Supplies provided.

THE BOZEMAN MAZE 6-9pm Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a corn maze/pumpkin patch, and the Bozeman Maze has provided that for the last 28 years!

INTRO TO COMPUTERIZED SEWING 6:30-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 12+ • (406) 5822400 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn how the Janome MC6650 Computerized Sewing Machine works and what it can do. Registration is required. Registrants must complete a Work Bench waiver and obtain a Work Bench card prior to this class.

TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.

GALLOWS, GRAVES, GHOST TOWNS & OTHER GHASTLY TALES 7-8pm • Gallatin History Museum, 317 W Main, Bozeman • $15 • 13+ • 4065228122 • gallatinhistorymuseum.org This Halloween season, join Marlene Kauffeld for museum tours detailing the spooky, bizarre, and darker sides of the history that shaped southwest Montana. May contain mature or sensitive themes; parental discretion is advised.

SPINAL TAP II: THE END CONTINUES 7-9pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $9.75-$11.75 (plus fees) • Rated R (Sexual Content/Language • 406-585-5885 • www.bozemanfilmsociety.org/spinal-tap Estranged bandmates Nigel, David, & Derek reunite 41 years later to secure their legacy. Documentarian Marty Di Bergi (Rob Reiner), once again, tries to capture his favorite metal gods as they contemplate mortality—and look for a 12th drummer. 84 min

WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance floor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes.

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

GALLOWS, GRAVES, GHOST TOWNS & OTHER GHASTLY TALES 8-9pm • Gallatin History Museum, 317 W Main, Bozeman • $15 • 13+ • 4065228122 • gallatinhistorymuseum.org This Halloween season, join Marlene Kauffeld for museum tours detailing the spooky, bizarre, and darker sides of the history that shaped southwest Montana. May contain mature or sensitive themes; parental discretion is advised.

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

LADIES NIGHT 8pm • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy 2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.

OPEN JAM 8pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • FREE • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Come jam with us!

THURSDAY, OCT. 30

FLY-TYING NIGHT 6-9pm • Bozeman Fly Supply, 2621 W College, Bozeman • FREE Bring your vise, tools, materials, and beverages to tie some flies. This is not a class but an invitation for all to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have fun with tiers.

THE DISRUPTORS: AN AWARD-WINNING FILM ABOUT THRI ING WITH ADHD 6pm • Wild Wisdom Restorative, 4055 Valley Commons Dr ste c, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • www.wildwisdommt. com Join me for one Thursday in October to watch this impactful film, have a discussion about what it means for you, and discover next steps.

ART W/ DR. IKE! 6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com We’re bringing art history into the comedy theater! Through October, this series is going to explore art and protest, nuclear weapons, and Bozeman’s architectural history.

KOREAN COOKING CLASS 6:30-8:30pm • Bridger Kitchens, 7540 Pioneer Way, Bozeman • $50 Dive into bold flavors and vibrant dishes in this Korean cooking class

GALLOWS, GRAVES, GHOST TOWNS & OTHER GHASTLY TALES 7-8pm • Gallatin History Museum, 317 W Main, Bozeman • $15 • 13+ • 4065228122 • gallatinhistorymuseum.org This Halloween season, join Marlene Kauffeld for museum tours detailing the spooky, bizarre, and darker sides of the history that shaped southwest Montana. parental discretion is advised.

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

BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!

PAIGE & THE OVERTONES 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Las Vegas-based country group “Paige & the Overtones”.