Bozeman Magazine

6-6:30am Thu. Oct. 29

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. 29

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. 29

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

Words

10:15-11:15am Thu. Oct. 29

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

Visual Art

10:15-11:45am Thu. Oct. 29

Create your own Embroidery Designs

Learn how to make JEF files using the free program Inkscape with the Ink/Stitch plugin.

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: Teens + Adults

Visual Art

11am-5pm Thu. Oct. 29

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

Words

12:10-1:10pm Thu. Oct. 29

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. 29

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. 29

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. 29

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. 29

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

3-4pm Thu. Oct. 29

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. 29

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. 29

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. 29

Grant Writing 101

Whether you're new to grant writing or looking to support a nonprofit, in this live online course hosted by MSU Academic Outreach, you'll learn the fundamentals of finding funding opportunities and crafting effective grant proposals that get noticed.

Online

Cost: $249

Movies

5:30-7:30pm Thu. Oct. 29

Crime and Punishment in America, Special Advanced Screening and Panel Discussion

Join MSU Library, the Department of Sociology & Anthropology, and Montana PBS for a special advanced screening of the forthcoming docuseries Crime and Punishment in America, directed by Lynn Novick and executive produced by Ken Burns and Sam Pollard.

Museum of the Rockies 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: 13+

6-8pm Thu. Oct. 29

Game Night Live Trivia

Come play!

Bozeman Spirits Distillery 121 W Main St, Bozeman

6-8pm Thu. Oct. 29

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+

Kids

6-8pm Thu. Oct. 29

Pumpkin Stroll

Meet the City of Bozeman Water Conservation Division at the Pumpkin Stroll. Explore the Pumpkin Stroll, enjoy spooky season, and pick up a FREE showerhead for City of Bozeman Water users and free swag for everyone!

Story Mill Park 698 Bridger Drive, Bozeman

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Thu. Oct. 29

Resin & Glass Suncatcher Workshop

Bring a little autumn magic to your windows! 🍂 Join us for our Resin & Glass Suncatcher Workshop and create your own one-of-a-kind piece inspired by the season.

Pinspiration Bozeman 102 S 19th Ave Ste 1, Bozeman

Cost: $45

Age: Age 12+

Words

6pm Thu. Oct. 29

Will Wright in Conversation with Liz Fairbank and Joseph O'Connor

Country Bookshelf is excited to welcome environmental historian Will Wright, author of the new book Borders of Biodiversity: How Gray Wolves, Monarch Butterflies, and Giant Sequoias Transformed Large Landscape Conservation.

Country Bookshelf 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman

6:30-8pm Thu. Oct. 29

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. 29

R0CK’N Bingo w/Rockstar Trivia

Come play!

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

Sport

6:30pm Thu. Oct. 29

MSU Women's Vollayball vs Southern Utah

MSU vollayball at Brick Breeden, Go Cats!

Brick Breeden Fieldhouse 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman

7-8pm Thu. Oct. 29

Haunted History Tours

Take a deeper look into tales of murder, betrayal, local crime, and the darker sides of what made the West “wild” while exploring the historic county jail.

Gallatin History Museum 317 W Main, Bozeman

Cost: $20

Age: 16+, no exceptions.

7-9pm Thu. Oct. 29

Game Night Live Trivia

Come play!

Gravel Bar 305 E Main St., Ennis

Music

7-10pm Thu. Oct. 29

Charles Ellsworth

Live music while you soak! Featuring the touring Americana singer-songwriter “Charles Ellsworth”.

Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners

Cost: With Admission

Age: All Ages

Visual Art

7:30-9pm Thu. Oct. 29

CANCELED Play: THE DRESSER

“The Dresser” by Ronald Harwood, adapted by Bruce Hall, will be presented for two weeks at the Crawford Stage at the Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture.

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

Cost: $25