Bozeman Magazine

Thu. Oct. 15

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Cost: FREE

Classes

6-6:30am Thu. Oct. 15

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

10am-6pm Thu. Oct. 15

Big Kid STEAM - Hexbug Mazes

Design a maze to bamboozle a tiny robot.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Elementary Schoolers (5-11)

Kids

10am-6pm Thu. Oct. 15

Teen Corner Exploration - Scream Art

Inspired by Edvard Munch’s “The Scream,” fold and draw a picture with a hidden surprise. Explore something awesome all month long in the Teen Corner. Available during all library open hours.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens

10:15-11:15am Thu. Oct. 15

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

10:15-11:45am Thu. Oct. 15

Create your own Laser Designs

Learn how to create custom designs for the laser cutter.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens + Adults

11am-5pm Thu. Oct. 15

Foundations of Vision: Architecture & Imagination in Bozeman at the Bozeman Art Museum

Featuring the work of Bozeman Architect Fred Willson, Visions for the future Bozeman Art Museum by MSU Architecture Students, & after hours artwork by local architects.

Bozeman Art Museum BAM 2612 W Main St Suite B, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Kids

noon-5pm Thu. Oct. 15

Bozeman Hay Maze

Located on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade, the maze is constructed with over 5,000 hay bales, the event also offers corn sensory bins, a tractor ride to a pumpkin patch, a trampoline PowerJump, a petting zoo, yard games, and a concession court that provides hot food, drinks, and treats for the whole family to enjoy! They also offer a pay-what-you-can model for our pumpkins.

Bozeman Maze 1340 E Valley Center Dr, Bozeman

Cost: $15 adults, $12 ages 5-10 years, 4 and under are free

12:10-1:10pm Thu. Oct. 15

Gallatin Valley Toastmasters

Do you want to learn and practice being a better communicator? We invite you to join our club meeting this Thursday.

First Security Bank 2046 Cattail St., Bozeman

Recreation

12:15-1pm Thu. Oct. 15

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

1-2:30pm Thu. Oct. 15

Thursday's Table

Taste something new each week. Demonstrations led by home cooks just like you. Ages 12+ At BPL - The Kitchen Table.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 12+

Recreation

1:15-2:15pm Thu. Oct. 15

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. Oct. 15

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

Classes

3-4pm Thu. Oct. 15

Pastry Class: Working with Chocolate

Few ingredients inspire quite like chocolate. In this hands-on class, you'll learn the fundamentals of working with chocolate, from tempering and molding to creating decadent desserts worthy of any special occasion. Discover techniques that transform simple ingredients into elegant treats while satisfying your sweet tooth along the way.

Sage Lodge 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray

Cost: $55 per person

Kids

3:30-5pm Thu. Oct. 15

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

4-5pm Thu. Oct. 15

Teen Maker Lab: Ghost Portraits

Create spooky mini portraits to haunt your trinket shelf. BPL - The Work Bench.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens

4-5pm Thu. Oct. 15

Mixology Class: Craft Cocktails, Your Way

Join us for an intimate mixology class. From discovering flavor profiles to mastering the perfect pour, this hands-on experience is as fun as it is flavorful. Cheers!

Sage Lodge 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray

Cost: $55 per person

Age: 21+

5:30-7pm Thu. Oct. 15

Rosenberry-Donohue Lecture Series: Archaeology of Desperation: Starvation & Survival

Explore the enduring mysteries of the Donner Party through archaeology, uncovering new insights into survival, resilience, and the human experience at Alder Creek Camp.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: $0/member, $5/non-member

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Thu. Oct. 15

Game Night Live Trivia

Come play!

Bozeman Spirits Distillery 121 W Main St, Bozeman

6-8pm Thu. Oct. 15

The Disruptors: An award-winning film about thriving with ADHD

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+

6-8pm Thu. Oct. 15

Three Forks Music Night with Clint Reimann - No Cover!

Enjoy music with Clint Reimann

Bridger Brewing Co 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman

6-8pm Thu. Oct. 15

6 Week Beginner Wheel Throwing with Peyton Begins

Learn the basics of throwing pottery on the wheel! This 6 week course will walk you through learning the basics of wheel throwing, trimming, and glazing.

The Pottery Den 103 Commercial Dr, Bozeman

Cost: $350

Age: 16+

6pm Thu. Oct. 15

Katherine Reay in Conversation with Country Bookshelf Bookseller China Reevers

Country Bookshelf is excited to welcome bestselling Bozeman author Katherine Reay, author of the new novel The Undercover Bookshop, about an amateur sleuth opening a bookstore in 1950s rural England and a local baker who might be a Soviet spy.

Country Bookshelf 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Politics

6:30-7:45pm Thu. Oct. 15

Bozeman Legislative Candidates Forum

Be an informed voter! Hear directly from local candidates House District 60, 65 and 66. Bring your questions. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters, AAUW, and Bozeman Public Library. To determine your district go to voterportal.mt.gov

Bozeman Public Safety Center 901 N Rouse Ave, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6:30-8pm Thu. Oct. 15

Third Thursday Book Club

Book discussion, opinion-sharing, refreshments, and lots of fun! The 3rd Thursday Book Club meets each month at 6:30 PM. It is open to young adult and up in age, and new members are always welcome. To pick up a copy of this month's selection, just ask at the Information Desk.

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Cost: FREE

Age: Young adults and adults

Classes

6:30-8pm Thu. Oct. 15

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

6:30-8:30pm Thu. Oct. 15

R0CK’N Bingo w/Rockstar Trivia

Come play!

Colombo's Pizza & Pasta 1003 West College Street, Bozeman

7-9pm Thu. Oct. 15

Game Night Live Trivia

Come play!

Gravel Bar 305 E Main St., Ennis

7-10pm Thu. Oct. 15

Edwin Johnson

Live music while you soak! Featuring the touring acoustic rock artist Edwin Johnson.

Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners

Cost: With Admission

Age: All Ages

7pm Thu. Oct. 15

USAF Band On Tour

Join the Concert Band and Singing Sergeants for an evening of entertainment featuring some of Washington, D.C.’s finest!

Willson Auditorium 404 W. Main St., Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Sport

7pm Thu. Oct. 15

MSU Women's Volleyball vs Utah Tech

MSU volleyball at Brick Breeden, Go Cats!

Brick Breeden Fieldhouse 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman

8pm Thu. Oct. 15

Connor Brooks

Live Music

The Filling Station 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman

Age: 21+

9pm Thu. Oct. 15

Tom Kirwan

Longtime Montana singer-songwriter.

The Haufbrau 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman

Cost: No cover

Age: 21+