Words
Thu. Oct. 23
Read a picture book outside. Offered in partnership with Bozeman Parks & Recreation and MSU College of Education, Health, and Human Development.
Bozeman Pond Park 700 S Fowler Ave, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: 0-5
Visual Art
Thu. Oct. 23
Explore something awesome all month long in the Teen Corner. Available during all library open hours. Use round looms to knit cozy accessories and earn volunteer hours.
Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: Teens
Food & Drink
Thu. Oct. 23
Rockin’ TJ Ranch is offering fully cooked Holiday Meals To-Go — made from scratch, packed with love, and ready to heat and serve. Pre-order your Thanksgiving dinner by November 13th and enjoy more time around the table (and less time in the kitchen).
Rockin' TJ Ranch 651 Lynx Lane, Bozeman
Cost: Varies
Age: All Ages
Classes
6-6:30am Thu. Oct. 23
A group of lay and ordained practitioners, we come together to encourage and inspire each other to be mindful and compassionate in our everyday lives. We provide regular opportunities for Zen practice and education in Southwestern Montana.
Bozeman Dharma Center P.O. Box 964, Bozeman
Classes
7am-5pm Thu. Oct. 23
The sesshin offers inspiring practice with zendo forms in place – right at the Bozeman Dharma Center! Enjoy zazen, service, dharma talks, and oryōki (formal eating) practice. Although participation can be flexible, priority for attendance will be given to those who sign up for all four days. Learn more on our website.
Bozeman Dharma Center 3810 Valley Commons, Suite 6, Bozeman
Business
7am-10pm Thu. Oct. 23
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.
Dry Fly Saloon 5 East Baxter Lane, Bozeman
Cost: Give & Get
Age: All Ages
Wellness
10am-1pm Thu. Oct. 23
Stop wasting money on the recreational cannabis tax by getting a medical marijuana card. Call 406-219-4416 or schedule your appointment online at www.montanamedicalcards.com. Use coupon code BZNMAG to get $30 off of your appointment.
Montana Medical Cards (formerly Bozeman Alternative Wellness) 205 Haggerty Lane, Suite 170, Bozeman
Age: 18+
Education
10am-6pm Thu. Oct. 23
Examine bacteria and fungi's awesome powers and then cultivate your own microcosm at home.
Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman
Age: 5-11
Words
10:15-11am Thu. Oct. 23
Babies & Books is our story time for - you guessed it - babies (and their grown-ups)!
This story time is designed specifically for ages 0-3 years old along with their caregivers, and includes, songs, rhymes and short stories, ending with time for open play and socialization.
Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade
Cost: FREE
Age: 0-3, caregivers and siblings
Words
10:15-11:15am Thu. Oct. 23
Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.
Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: babies birth-35 months and their caregivers
Education
10:30-11:45am Thu. Oct. 23
This special program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers' features reading, singing, movement, and hands-on activities. Each week highlights a topic inspired by the museum’s exhibits. Siblings are welcome to attend.
Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman
Cost: Included with admission/membership
Age: Ages 3 - 5
Visual Art
11am-5pm Thu. Oct. 23
Contemplate the boundaries of Fine Art and the impact novel processes have on the future of western art.
Bozeman Art Museum BAM 2612 W Main St Suite B, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Recreation
12:15-1pm Thu. Oct. 23
Discover the joy of movement in this gentle, seated class led by certified instructor Erin Groth, and designed to support spinal health, body awareness, and overall well-being.
Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: Adults
Education
1-2:15pm Thu. Oct. 23
This special program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers' features reading, singing, movement, and hands-on activities. Each week highlights a topic inspired by the museum’s exhibits. Siblings are welcome to attend.
Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman
Cost: Included with admission/membership
Age: Ages 3 - 5
Education
1-2:30pm Thu. Oct. 23
Get to know your community through food!
Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: Adults
Recreation
1:15-2pm Thu. Oct. 23
For those with prior Gyrokinesis experience, certified instructor Erin Groth leads this dynamic class that expands into seated, standing, and floor-based sequences.
Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: Adults
Fitness
2-3pm Thu. Oct. 23
All are welcome at our Gentle Yoga class! The library provides any necessary equipment (yoga mats, blocks, straps, etc.) or feel free to bring your own. Be sure to remember your water bottle!
Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Words
2-3pm Thu. Oct. 23
The First-Generation Committee and the Center for Faculty Excellence will host a book club session for “Rising Class: How Three First-Generation College Students Conquered Their First Year.” To register for each session, visit the MSU Calendar.
Renne Library MSU Campus, Bozeman
Family
3:30-4:30pm Thu. Oct. 23
Join us for weekly Line Dancing! Instructor Sue will lead participants in a variety of line dancing styles in this beginners class. Please bring boots or shoes with little to no grip on them.
Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Kids
3:30-5pm Thu. Oct. 23
Take inspiration from the weekly challenge or free build, work solo or collaborate - it's in your hands, LEGO Architect! Especially for kids ages 5-11 and their caregivers.
Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: elementary students
Kids
4-5pm Thu. Oct. 23
If your Thursday nights aren't jam-packed, why not pay the library a visit and play some Switch games in the teen lounge?
Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade
Age: Teens
Classes
4-5pm Thu. Oct. 23
Learn all about ice cream-making with Bozeman's own small-batch, hand-made ice creamery.
Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Music
6-8pm Thu. Oct. 23
Enjoy music with Leia Sky
Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks
Cost: No cover
Music
6-8pm Thu. Oct. 23
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.
Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman
Cost: no cover
Age: 21+
Words
6-8pm Thu. Oct. 23
Country Bookshelf is excited to welcome Donna Erickson to discuss ROOTED AT THE EDGE: RANCHING WHERE THE OLD WEST AND THE NEW WEST COLLIDE.
Country Bookshelf 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Leisure
6-9pm Thu. Oct. 23
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.
Bozeman Fly Supply 2621 W College, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Visual Art
6-9pm Thu. Oct. 23
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.
Gallatin History Museum 317 W Main, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Nightlife
6pm Thu. Oct. 23
The Armory’s beloved basement bar transforms into a haunted hideaway with eerie décor and spooky cocktails.
Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman
Education
6pm Thu. Oct. 23
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.
Wild Wisdom Restorative 7 South Tracy Avenue, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: 18+
Stage
6pm Thu. Oct. 23
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.
Last Best Comedy 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: 18+
Food & Drink
6pm Thu. Oct. 23
Join us and donate to play trivia as a part of PNKBZN. All proceeds will be donated back to Cancer Support Community Montana to help fund free programs and services for Montanan's impacted by cancer.
Bozeman Spirits 121 W Main St, Bozeman
Music
6pm Thu. Oct. 23
Great beer, good vibes, and questionable song choices await! 6pm start time. Catered by Crazy Torta Tacos.
406 Brewing 308 East Main St Suite 406, Manhattan
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Education
6:30-7:30pm Thu. Oct. 23
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.
Bozeman Community Food Co-op, West Main 908 W. Main Street, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Words
6:30-7:45pm Thu. Oct. 23
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.
Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade
Cost: FREE
Age: Young adults and adults
Classes
6:30-8pm Thu. Oct. 23
The Bozeman Insight Community offers instruction, practice and fellowship in the Buddhist Vipassana or “Insight” lineage. Centered on a commitment to personal practice, we support the development and expression of our inherent wisdom and compassion for the benefit of all beings.
Bozeman Dharma Center P.O. Box 964, Bozeman
Words
6:30-8pm Thu. Oct. 23
Join Isle of Books for an evening with acclaimed author Fred Haefele on October 23 at 6:30 PM in Bozeman. Haefele—recipient of major literary fellowships and a writer whose work has appeared in Outside, The New York Times, and PBS’s American Experien
Isle of Books 511 W Mendenhall, Bozeman
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Food & Drink
6:30-8:30pm Thu. Oct. 23
Discover a variety of taco styles and flavors, with something for every taste
Bridger Kitchens 7540 Pioneer Way, Bozeman
Cost: $50
Music
7-9pm Thu. Oct. 23
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.
Hop Lounge 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman
Cost: no cover
Age: all ages
Nightlife
7-10pm Thu. Oct. 23
It's a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!
The Jump 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway
Cost: $20
Age: 18+
Music
7-10pm Thu. Oct. 23
Live music while you soak! Featuring the Bozeman-based acoustic rock trio “The Brice Ash Trio”.
Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners
Cost: With Admission
Age: All Ages
Fundraiser
7pm Thu. Oct. 23
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.”
The Ellen Theatre 17 W. Main St., Bozeman
Cost: $125
Sport
7pm Thu. Oct. 23
college volleyball
MSU Shroyer Gym 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman
Cost: $10+
Stage
7pm Thu. Oct. 23
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!
Last Best Comedy 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman
Cost: $15 / $5 for MSU Students at the door
Age: 18+
Movies
7pm Thu. Oct. 23
The Bozeman Doc Series continues with the the Montana premiere of the new documentary from Oscar-winners Jimmy Chin and Chai Vasarhelyi, Love +War. This film chronicles Pulitzer Prize-winning Lynsey Addario’s ascent in the male-dominated world of conflict photography.
The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman
Cost: $12, $10 students
Food & Drink
7pm Thu. Oct. 23
Join us and donate to play trivia as a part of PNKBZN. All proceeds will be donated back to Cancer Support Community Montana to help fund free programs and services for Montanan's impacted by cancer.
Bozeman Spirits 121 W Main St, Bozeman
Music
8-10pm Thu. Oct. 23
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.
Bozeman Taproom 101 N Rouse Ave, Bozeman
Cost: no cover
Age: all ages
Music
8pm Thu. Oct. 23
Born and raised in Tacoma, WA, Cody Bartels is an up-and-comer in the country music scene, blending heartfelt storytelling with a unique Pacific Northwest flair.
The Old Saloon 210 Railroad Ln, Emigrant
Cost: No Cover
