Words

Thu. Nov. 6

Literacy Trail

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

Food & Drink

Thu. Nov. 6

Thanksgiving Meals Made Simple

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. Nov. 6

Sangha: Bozeman Zen Group (Soto Zen Tradition)

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

Kids

10am-6pm Thu. Nov. 6

Teen Corner Exploration - Herbal Tea Blending

Explore something awesome all month long in the Teen Corner. Available during all library open hours. Concoct your own personal tea blend.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens

Words

10:15-11am Thu. Nov. 6

Babies & Books

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. Nov. 6

Baby Storytime

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

10:15am-noon Thu. Nov. 6

Cricut Venture Stickers

Learn how to use the the Cricut Venture to create stickers, Iron-on Designs, and more. Registration required. Cricut Venture badge required.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Age: 12+

Education

10:30-11:45am Thu. Nov. 6

Preschool Pioneers (Ages 3 - 5)

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

noon-1pm Thu. Nov. 6

First-Generation Workshop with Carlos Gómez

At the invitation-only event, first-generation Bobcats will connect with Carlos Andrés Gómez, a Colombian American poet, speaker, actor and educator from New York City. He has won more than 100 prizes, honors and awards.

Montana State University , Bozeman

Recreation

12:15-1pm Thu. Nov. 6

Gyrokinesis - An Introduction

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. Nov. 6

Preschool Pioneers (Ages 3 - 5)

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. Nov. 6

Thursday's Table

Get to know your community through food!

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Adults

Recreation

1:15-2pm Thu. Nov. 6

Gyrokinesis - Progressive Practice

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. Nov. 6

Gentle Yoga

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. Nov. 6

First-Generation Book Club

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. Nov. 6

Line Dancing

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. Nov. 6

LEGO Club

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. Nov. 6

Switch-It-Up Thursdays in the Teen Lounge

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

Education

5:30-7pm Thu. Nov. 6

MOR’s Presenting Prehistory Lecture Series | Dr. Haviv Avrahami

From the discovery of a possible burrowing dinosaur, Fona herzogae, to cutting-edge 3D scanning and digital reconstruction techniques, paleontologist Dr. Haviv Avrahami explores how new technology is reshaping the field of paleontology.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Included with membership, $5/non-member

Age: All Ages

Leisure

6-9pm Thu. Nov. 6

Fly-tying Night

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

Politics

6pm Thu. Nov. 6

Gallatin County Local Govt. Study Listening Session

Wanna Be Heard? The Gallatin County Local Government Study is underway. Now is the time to share your voice about Gallatin County government. Join us for a listening session or visit www.gallatinlocalgovstudy.com for more information.

Three Forks High School Auditorium

Classes

6:30-8pm Thu. Nov. 6

Sangha: Bozeman Insight Community (Vipassana Tradition)

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

Food & Drink

6:30-8:30pm Thu. Nov. 6

Flavors in a Flash: Wok Cooking Class

Explore the art of high-heat wok cooking! Learn essential techniques and flavor combinations for fast, bold, and delicious stir-fries.

Bridger Kitchens 7540 Pioneer Way, Bozeman

Cost: $50

Music

6:30pm Thu. Nov. 6

Styx

The seven men comprising Styx have committed to rocking the Paradise together with audiences far and wide by entering their second decade of averaging 100 shows a year, and each one of them is committed to making the next show better than the last.

Brick Breeden Fieldhouse 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman

Cost: $48+

Music

6:30pm Thu. Nov. 6

Montana Chamber Music Concert: An Intimate Evening

Three international artists making music together. 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!

Aspevig Studio 6690 Sourdough Canyon Rd, Bozeman

Cost: $45

Stage

6:40pm Thu. Nov. 6

Pecha Kucha 48

Pecha Kucha (peh-chak-cha which means “chit-chat” in Japanese) offers anyone with a passion or a vision – designers, artists, inventors, architects, adventurers, entrepreneurs – an opportunity to share their ideas with the community during a fast-paced, friendly social get-together.

The Ellen Theatre 17 W. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: All Seats | $9.00 Students (at the door) | $5.50

Music

7-9pm Thu. Nov. 6

KGLT DJ Night

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

Stage

7-9pm Thu. Nov. 6

Little Women: a play

Adapted from the novel by Louisa May Alcott by Chicago playwright Heather Chrisler.

Yellowstone Theological Institute 83 Rowland Rd, Bozeman

Cost: Adults: $25 Students $15 Children (under 13): $7.50

Age: All Ages

Movies

7-9pm Thu. Nov. 6

Natchez

The Bozeman Doc Series continues with the the Montana premiere of the award-winning new documentary, Natchez. Natchez captures an unsettling clash between history and memory in a small Mississippi town.

The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $12, $10 students

Nightlife

7-10pm Thu. Nov. 6

Bingo Night

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. Nov. 6

Aaron Banfield

Live music while you soak! Featuring Bozeman-based folk artist Aaron Banfield.

Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners

Cost: With Admission

Age: All Ages

Music

7-10pm Thu. Nov. 6

Matt Heckler (Solo)

Matt Heckler is a solo multi-instrumentalist that barely fits into any ordinary musical category. He tends to keep to the darker side of Appalachian mountain music and early bluegrass but listen long enough and you’ll soon be transported to the mountains of Eastern Europe or a dimly lit bar in Ireland where they honor those who have passed with a gently swaying a cappella ballad.

The Filling Station 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman

Cost: $10

Stage

7pm Thu. Nov. 6

Thursday Night Out!

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+

Music

8-10pm Thu. Nov. 6

Open Mic Night

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

9pm Thu. Nov. 6

Icarus

Icarus is back for a laid back set at Tune Up!! Don't miss the Rockers on a Thursday!!

Tune Up Bar 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages