Visual Art

Wed. Oct. 20

Liminal Strangeness by Jade Lowder

This series of oil painting by local artist Jade Lowder examines metaphysical interactions with the variety of spaces and places in our daily lives on a quest for a broader understanding of self and identity.

Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture - Weaver Room 111 S. Grand Ave, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Visual Art

Wed. Oct. 20

A Year Without Summer – Portraits of the Cast by Courtney Blazon

This exhibit features portraits of distinguished figures who where witness to, and influenced by the consequences of the 1815 Tambora Volcano eruption. Mary Shelley, Lord Byron, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Benjamin Franklin, J.M.W. Turner, Li Yuyang...

Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture - Emerson Lobby 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Education

10-11am Wed. Oct. 20

Sensational Babies

Read, talk, sing, and play with your baby or toddler through sensory awareness activities, art, music, and other gross and fine motor explorations designed specifically for newborns to age 3 ½.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with MOR membership/admission.

Visual Art

10am-5pm Wed. Oct. 20

A Year Without Summer by Courtney Blazon

This series of large, vibrant, mural-like drawings link together the far-reaching effects of the 1815 eruption of the Tambora Volcano, demonstrating the global impact of this singular event up to our modern climate condition.

Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture - Jessie Wilber Gallery 111 S. Grand Ave, Bozeman

Cost: Free - Masks are required in the gallery

Age: All Ages

Recreation

10:15-11am Wed. Oct. 20

Get Up & Move

Preschool exercise time, geared toward ages 3-6 with their caregivers.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: ages 3-6

Faith

noon-1pm Wed. Oct. 20

Bozeman Dharma Center Drop-in Meditation

Silent meditation offered free of charge as a communal support to practice. Bell-ringers will open and close the session and ring one bell at 12:30. Stay as long as you like. Currently meeting in Pilgrim's Sanctuary.

Pilgrim United Church of Christ 2118 S 3rd Ave, Bozeman

Cost: FREE; donations welcome

Words

noon-1:30pm Wed. Oct. 20

Library Community Forum

In her talk, Dr. Sara Rushing, MSU Associate Professor of Political Science, will explore the complex questions around freedom in a democratic society.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Words

12:05-1pm Wed. Oct. 20

Mountains and Minds Toastmasters Weekly Meeting

Our meetings allow members of all levels to practice speaking and leadership skills in a supportive and positive environment. Guests are welcome. Currently meeting virtually.

Cost: FREE

Age: 18+

Food & Drink

2-8pm Wed. Oct. 20

Ladies Day

Women receive .50 off each pint.

Outlaw Brewing 2876 N 27th, Bozeman

Age: 21+

Sport

4-5pm Wed. Oct. 20

Low Impact Cardio

Bring your water bottle and wear your sneakers for an hour of fun and fitness with friends.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE, registration required

Words

4-5pm Wed. Oct. 20

Read With a Dog

Studies have shown that reading to an animal encourages reluctant readers and increases children' self-esteem.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Food & Drink

5-8:30pm Wed. Oct. 20

Bozeman BPW Celebration Event "I am Woman Hear Me Roar"

Please join us on October 20th at 5:00 PM at The Hilton Garden Inn in Bozeman for this Celebration and Fundraising Event! Celebration VIP Tickets along with three levels of sponsorship will be available soon!

Hilton Garden Inn Bozeman 2023 Commerce Way, Bozeman

Cost: $45-$1000

Age: 21+

Words

6pm Wed. Oct. 20

Local Author Showcase: Kids Edition

Country Bookshelf is delighted to welcome several local children's book authors for a playdate with your next great read.

Online

Cost: FREE

Words

6:30-8pm Wed. Oct. 20

Bozeman Candidate Forum Series

Meet the 2021 Candidates for Mayor of Bozeman, City Commission and Municipal Judge. The Bozeman Candidate Forum Series will present an educational, non-partisan online public forum. Via Zoom.

Zoom

Faith

7-8:30pm Wed. Oct. 20

Breaking Free of Destructive Habits

Dave Smith discusses practical Buddhist meditation techniques and practices that will help us gain resilience and heal in our current stressful situation.

Pilgrim United Church of Christ 2118 S 3rd Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $10-$40, sliding scale; scholarships available

Music

7-11pm Wed. Oct. 20

Pert Near Sandstone w/Ryan Acker

Pert Near Sandstone first gathered around a microphone in a Minneapolis basement to record their debut album more than a decade ago and since that time, they have cemented their status as linchpins of the Midwestern acoustic scene.

The Filling Station 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $13 Presale on Sellout App or $15 at the Door

Age: 21+