Fairy Tea for the Arts…Russia

Youth Arts in Action, has been fulfilling its mission to inspire educate and sponsor outstanding young artists for over six years. On Saturday January 7th YAA will present its annual benefit event, “Fairy Tea for the…

A Love Song for West Yellowstone

During the last week of November, I came down with a severe case of cabin fever. Lacking the time to flee for an extended get-away, I decided instead to plan a day trip to somewhere, anywhere awesome. When discussing this notion with my ever-helpful…

Cold Smoke Awards

The Cold Smoke Awards celebrates winter culture by creating a space for innovative artists, dedicated athletes, and those inspired by life in the mountains. This is a diverse festival committed to fostering up and coming talent, as well as showcasing…

Successful, Long-term Mentoring Helps the Entire Community

January is National Mentoring Month: Successful, Long-term Mentoring Helps the Entire Community Longstanding studies show long-term, one-to-one, volunteer mentoring works. As we mark National Mentoring Month this January, Big Brothers Big Sisters of…

High School Creek Restoration Project

We’ve all seen the creek flowing outside the high school, but have we ever thought about the fact that it is an actual creek, which was once home to fish and is a tributary to the East Gallatin? Mandeville Creek is a spring fed creek that has…

The Health Benefits of Tea

Tea, camellia sinensis, has been in use for thousands of years in Asia, and from the beginning it has always been associated with healing and good health. A popular Chinese myth attributes the discovery of tea to Shen Nong, the legendary Emperor of…

Book Review: Mike on a Bike in a Forest

During Michael Hickey’s two decades of Bozeman living, he’s experienced a lot of outdoor adventures. Now he is capturing his love of exploration in a series of children’s books. Hickey’s first effort, titled “Mike on a Bike in a Forest”…

Refuge Building: Saving Green by Going Green

Alexa Calio, owner of Refuge Building, knows consumers are concerned with saving money. While people are convinced of the health benefits of using green products, they hesitate because they’re afraid it’s unaffordable. She wants to…

Bozeman has a Cell Phone Ban: What’s up with that ?

On November 28th, the Bozeman City Commission decided to ban the use of hand-held electronic devices by drivers of motor vehicles. Mayor Jeff Krauss was the only opposing vote to the measure. The passage of the law means that starting January 17th…

The Alternative Wellness Epicurean: Hill Botanical

The Alternative Wellness Epicurean: Potions and Lotions and Herbs, Oh My! Ok, I’ll admit it; I’m skeptical about herbs. They kind of make me nervous. They look weird and they sometimes smell weird. I’m not really sure how to buy them or how to…