Classes

6-6:30am Fri. May. 8

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

Education

9-10am Fri. May. 8

Virtual Fossil Fridays

Dig deeper into paleontology with interviews from international paleontologists, drawing tutorials, featured fossil “deep dives”, and more.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: Free to all via Zoom

Age: All Ages

Kids

10am-6pm Fri. May. 8

Teen Corner Exploration - Origami Bookmarks

Fold up your own corner-style bookmark.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens

Education

10am-6pm Fri. May. 8

Big Kid STEAM Play - Stupendous Stumps

Wield tools to transform tree stumps.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Elementary Schoolers

Kids

10:15-11am Fri. May. 8

Family Storytime

Family Storytime is geared to children ages 0-6, featuring interactive stories, songs, and rhymes, followed by a related craft or activity. All ages are welcome. This program starts in our Children's Library for stories and songs, and then moves into our Tech Lab for the craft.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: Kids 0-6, caregivers and siblings

Music

10:15-11:30am Fri. May. 8

Toddler & Preschool Storytime

Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Kids ages 3-5 years and their caregivers.

Fitness

noon-1pm Fri. May. 8

Qigong

Barb, a certified Qigong instructor, will be leading participants in a meditative exercise similar to Tai Chi. No experience necessary.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Words

noon-1:30pm Fri. May. 8

OLLI at MSU May Friday Forum: What Impact Does a Rejected Mill Levy Have on Area Emergency Services?

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Montana State University will host a Friday Forum on May 8 discussing a rejected mill levy’s impact on Bozeman emergency services. The free, public event will be held from noon to 1 p.m. online via Zoom.

Online via Zoom

Cost: FREE

Visual Art

noon-5pm Fri. May. 8

Shared Ground

Emerson Bailey and Shiprock Santa Fe Present Shared Ground: A gallery-to-gallery collaboration bringing historic Native American art into conversation with European antiques.

Emerson Bailey Gallery 109 E Oak St, Suite 1C, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Music

1:30-2:30pm Fri. May. 8

Senior Sing Along (Free) w/ Projected Lyrics

A fun/casual sing along for Seniors that enhances and nurtures creativity, connection, community & friendship through music. Singing experience NOT Req'd. Familiar songs. Lyrics projected on Lg. Screen. Led by Kate Bryan 406-570-2839.

Pilgrim Church (Enter South Door) 2118 S. 3rd Avenue (EAST of the Museum of the Rockies), Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Ages 45-105

Education

2pm Fri. May. 8

MSU Commencement Ceremonies

MSU expects to confer 2,706 degrees during its 144th spring ceremonies.

Brick Breeden Fieldhouse 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman

Kids

2:45-4:15pm Fri. May. 8

K-6 Science Club

Join us after Belgrade Schools' Friday early-out for our After School Clubs. Each week features a different themed program including Science Club, Creative Club, LEGO Club and more! Snacks are always provided. Please note: Science Club may be most enjoyed by children grades 2-6.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: Children grades K-6/ages ~5-11/12

Music

5-7pm Fri. May. 8

The Boomerangs Music Trio (Kate Bryan, Mat Mahan & Mike Helland)

Classic 70's and 80's tunes from multiple genres (Rock, Blues, Americana, Bluegrass, and Country). Mat Mahan (Guitar/Mandolin/Harmonica), Kate Bryan (Guitar, Cajon and Clarinet), Mike Helland (Bass, Sax and Flute). LISTEN www.KateBryanMusic.com/Boom

Field & Stream Lodge (North 7th & Baxter Lane) 5 E Baxter Ln,, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Visual Art

5-8pm Fri. May. 8

Artists' Gallery Spring Art Walk

Mother's Day is around the corner... Check out the incredible art created by some of Bozeman's most talented artists. We are open late on the 8th to celebrate Emerson Center's birthday and to kick off a Spring Art Walk. Your support is appreciated.

Artists' Gallery @ the Emerson Center for Arts 111 South Grand Ave. Suite 106, Bozeman

Cost: Come one come all!

Music

6-8pm Fri. May. 8

Celtic Music Live

Join us for Celtic music! A full 6 piece ensemble plays Celtic classics. Enjoy some delicious mead as well as Scandinavian-inspired cuisine!

Valhalla Meadery 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman

Fundraiser

6-10pm Fri. May. 8

Hawkers Make History

Come to a fun evening fundraiser at the Rialto to support the Bozeman High School Speech and Debate team, put on by Friends of the BHS Hawkers. Full bar by Gute Laune, Food by Bodhi Farms, Entertainment by Last Best Comedy with a raffle and auction!

Rialto Theatre 10 West Main St, Bozeman

Cost: $50 per person

Age: All Ages

Music

7-9pm Fri. May. 8

Friday Night Jazz

Live Jazz Every Friday! Featuring a rotating line up of some of the best musicians SW Montana has to offer! Hosted by Alex Robilotta.

gute Laune 10 West Main St, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Music

7-10pm Fri. May. 8

Opera: Tosca

Passion and power collide as Giacomo Puccini’s TOSCA returns to Bozeman.

The Ellen Theatre 17 W Main St, Bozeman

Cost: $55-95

Age: All Ages

Music

7-10pm Fri. May. 8

Brendan Nolan

Brendan Nolan is a blues-influenced singer-songwriter playing six string and dobro slide

Sacajawea Hotel 5 N Main St, Three Forks

Music

7pm Fri. May. 8

Jody & The Woodflowers

A soulful band playing a range of Americana, bluegrass and country/western

The Old Saloon 210 Railroad Ln, Emigrant

Cost: No cover

Age: 21+

Music

7:30-10pm Fri. May. 8

The Shane Center Teen Theatre presents THE LIGHTNING THIEF

Presented by local students aged 13 to 18, THE LIGHTNING THIEF follows 16 year-old Percy Jackson as he journeys into the world of the Gods.

The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts 415 E. Lewis Street, Livingston

Cost: $25 Adult, $19 Senior/Military/Student/Educator, $13 Youth

Age: All Ages

Stage

7:30-10pm Fri. May. 8

Adult Dance Series

Styles rotate weekly, including Salsa, Lindy/Swing, Bachata, Tango, and Ecstatic Dance. Attend individual sessions or join multiple dates to experience different styles and build confidence on the dance floor. 5/8 Tango 5/15 Ecstatic Dance 5/22 Salsa

406Cirque 2317 Birdie Drive, Bozeman

Cost: $15

Age: 18+

Music

8-11pm Fri. May. 8

The Fossils

Authentic Hippie Music

The Attic 110 N Main St, 2nd Floor, Livingston

Cost: $10

Music

8-11pm Fri. May. 8

2 Weeks Notice (Fargo, ND Country Band)

Saddle up for a night of boot-stompin’ country with 2 Weeks Notice. Expect gritty vocals, twangy guitars, and a setlist full of honky-tonk spirit and modern country edge.

The Jump 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway

Cost: $10

Age: 21+

Music

9-11pm Fri. May. 8

Logan Liebert and The Light Blue

Rock, country, and folk

Grey Dog Bar 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Nightlife

9pm Fri. May. 8

Shakedown County - Spring Concert Series

High-energy country dance band

Bridger Brewing Three Forks 75 Vigilante Way, Three Forks

Cost: $10

Age: 18+