Southwest Montana Snapshot 2020

2020

SNAPSHOT SOUTHWEST MONTANA

A RESIDENT’S GUIDE

A SPECIAL PUBLICATION OF THE BOZEMAN DAILY CHRONICLE

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WELCOME TO THE GALLATIN VALLEY!

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he Gallatin Vally is growing faster than ever before.

There’s a huge number of reasons people want to live here - the award-winning university and schools, the picturesque mountainscape, the high quality of life, and the big-city amenities and small-town feel, just to name a few.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Snapshot is the Bozeman Daily Chronicle’s new resident guide for navigating your new life in the Gallatin Valley. You’ve already made a great decision by subscribing to your local newspaper, where we’ll continue to bring you updates about what’s new in Bozeman and the rest of the valley. You can also check out the Chronicle’s social media accounts and website for up to the minute info throughout the day.

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The City of Bozeman began in the 1860s as a stop on the way to the gold fields in Bannack and Virginia City. Since those humble beginnings, this wild-west town has grown into a wild-west city. You can still find cowboys frequenting downtown bars, and tractors still make their way down 19th Avenue on occasion. Bozeman is proud of its history, but with a rapidly growing tech sector and a young, educated population, the city is looking toward the future, too.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Bozeman is the fastest-growing micropolitan city in the country, and it has been for several years running. Bozeman is becoming more and more of a big deal, and for good reason. But you don’t just have to take our word for it - get out in your new home and explore!

Downtown, you’ll find roughly 300 locally-owned businesses to spend your time at, and just a hop and a skip away, there’s world-class skiing at some of the state’s top-rated resorts. The outdoor recreation in the Gallatin Valley is nearly unmatched -- they don’t call it “God’s country” for no reason. The city takes care of a trail system that can take you from downtown to unspoiled nature in a matter of minutes, whether it’s a sunny summer day or snow is falling. From hiking Hyalite Canyon to the hour-or-so drive to Yellowstone National Park, the Gallatin Valley has no shortage of breathtaking views. (Just don’t forget to pop into an outdoor store to buy bear spray before you hit the trail!)

Bozeman is home to several art galleries, many top-rated restaurants, and a brewery to fit every taste. No matter why you moved here, we know you’ll love it, too. Welcome home.

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GETTING AROUND TOWN ...................20 STAYING HEALTHY ............................. 24 GET INVOLVED ..................................26 TO-DO LIST .......................................30 NEW BUSINESSES ............................ 32 YOUR NEW HOME ............................. 34 EAT, DRINK, AND BE MERRY .............. 35 DRINK LIKE A LOCAL ......................... 37 CONNECTING TO A CONGREGATION .....38

SNAPSHOT SOUTHWEST MONTANA

A RESIDENT’S GUIDE

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Melissa Loveridge Shaylee Ragar DESIGN & LAYOUT:

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he Gallatin Valley is growing faster than ever before, and that means everything -schools included -- are growing with it. With a new high school in Bozeman, Montana State University, and a multitude of elementary and middle schools, the valley has no shortage of places for kids and adults alike to expand their minds.

MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY:

Mountains and Minds Montana State University was founded in 1893 as the state’s land-grant college. 2019 was the first year in over a decade that the university didn’t hit record enrollment, with 16,766 students. That’s the second highest enrollment in the state of Montana, second only to MSU’s 16,902 students the year before.

MSU offers over 250 majors, minors and options and an engineering and agriculture school with statewide clout. The award-winning university’s Bobcats sports teams are a pride of Bozeman, with a football stadium that can seat over 17,000 fans.

GALLATIN COLLEGE: Part of the Montana State University, Gallatin College offers two-year Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees, as well as workforce development majors like welding and machinery. Gallatin College also offers dual enrollment for area high school and home school students who want to take college classes while still in high school. The college celebrated its 1,000th graduate in December 2019. In 2018, it was MSU’s fastest-growing college with 716 students, up 13% from the year before. gallatin.montana.edu 101 Hamilton Hall, (406) 994-5536

BOZEMAN SCHOOLS:

“Bozeman Public Schools exist to provide an outstanding education that inspires and ensures high achievement so every student can succeed and make a difference in a rapidly changing world community.”

- Core Purpose of the Bozeman School District Bozeman public schools set a new enrollment record with 7,111 students in 2019 between its eight elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school. In fall of 2020, a second high school is scheduled to open, splitting the over 2,000 high school students into two high schools and bumping up the district’s number of schools to 13.

In 2017, voters passed a $125 million bond issue to bring Bozeman High up-to-date and build an additional high school. All seniors currently attending Bozeman High School will stay and graduate from the school, but the roughly 1,000 juniors and underclassmen in Gallatin High School’s district will move over to the new school come fall. The two schools will share the newly constructed $13 million, 3,200-seat Van Winkle Stadium next to Bozeman High School.

GALLATIN HIGH SCHOOL: Mascot: The Raptors With a dinosaur for a mascot, the new $91 million Gallatin High School is slated to open its doors to students in fall 2020, becoming Bozeman’s second high school. It will be at 992 Auger Lane, on Bozeman’s West end and near Meadowlark Elementary School.

BOZEMAN HIGH SCHOOL: Mascot: The Hawks Even though it’s the older high school, Bozeman High School will be far from outdated after a $29 million makeover. The construction is scheduled to start in June, and will include the addition of a new two-story classroom building and a 750-seat auditorium for its students. The neighboring Van Winkle Stadium was updated in 2018 and is the spot for the Hawk’s Friday night lights. All of the high school’s academic achievement scores - in science, math and reading - are above the state average, and 88% of students graduate in four years.

BRIDGER ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM: “The right education for the right student at the right time.” Open to all high school students, regardless of zoning, Bridger Charter Academy was opened in 1993 on the same campus as Bozeman High School.

The school has roughly 115 students and offers competency-based classes, meaning students are able to set their own pace, speed up and slow down when needed. The alternative school offers classes in English, math, science, social studies, art and health enhancement. Students take the rest of their core classes at Bozeman High School and, when they graduate, receive a Bozeman High School diploma.

MIDDLE SCHOOLS: CHIEF JOSEPH MIDDLE SCHOOL:

“Make connections. Make a difference. Make learning real.”

One of two Bozeman middle schools, Chief Joseph Middle School has students in sixth through eighth grade. Chief Joseph Middle School had 783 students enrolled in the 2018-2019 school year, making it Bozeman’s largest middle school -- but not by much.

4255 Kimberwicke St., (406) 522 - 6300, cjms.bsd7. org

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In the 2018-2019 school year, Sacajawea Middle School saw 745 students, just barely trailing the enrollment of Chief Joseph Middle School. Sacajawea also serves students in sixth through eighth grade and supports student learning and growth.

3525 South 3rd Ave., (406) 522 - 6400, sms.bsd7.org

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS: EMILY DICKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL:

“Bright Beginnings.”

Emily Dickinson Elementary serves students from preschool to fifth grade, with 479 students enrolled during the 2018-2019 school year. The school scores especially high in reading and math compared to the rest of the district. It also features a garden, called Emily’s Garden, where native plants and an amphitheater bring the classroom outside.

2435 Annie St., (406)522-6650, ed.bsd7.org

HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY:

“Celebrating Children and the Arts.”

Hawthorne Elementary School had 355 students between preschool and fifth grade during the 2018-2019 school year. Success guidelines for Hawthorne are active learning, respect, teamwork and safety.

405 E. Mendenhall St., (406)522-6700, ha.bsd7.org

HYALITE ELEMENTARY:

“Outdoor Education.”

Hyalite Elementary has garden plots for each grade level, another example of Bozeman’s school district bringing the classroom to the great outdoors. With 454 students between preschool and fifth grade, the school follows Larry Lezotte Effective Schools guidelines and emphasizes outdoor learning.

3600 W. Babcock St., (406) 582-6800

IRVING ELEMENTARY: “Unity through Diversity.”

Irving is one of Bozeman’s smaller elementary schools, with just under 275 students enrolled during the 2018-2019 school year. Irving is a community of students, staff and caregivers who all work together to help each kid become successful both in the classroom and in the world.

811 W. Alderson St., (406) 522-6600, ir.bsd7.org LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY: “C.A.R.E.S. Cooperates. Accepts. Respects. Encourages. Shares.”

Serving students from preschool to fifth grade, Longfellow Elementary had 319 students during the 2018-2019 school year. The school was named one of the top 50 American public schools by TheBestSchools.org.

516 S. Tracy, (406) 522-6150, lo.bsd7.org MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY: “Where Your Song will Soar” One of Bozeman’s newer schools, Meadowlark was opened in 2013 and saw 530 students last school year. The school emphasizes collaboration, innovation and lifelong learning.

4415 Durston Rd., (406) 582-6860, ml.bsd7.org MORNING STAR ELEMENTARY:

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System of Support for all students, providing support and understanding to help its 500 preschool to fifth grade kids grow and learn.

830 Arnold Street, (406) 522-6500, ms.bsd7.org

WHITTIER ELEMENTARY:

“A Wonderful Place to Grow.”

School rules at Whitter are: “Be Safe, Be Kind, and Be Sure to Mind.” The school staff uses the Olweus model, and learning is focused on educational technology.

511 N. 5th St., (406) 522-6750, wh.bsd7.org

BOZEMAN RURAL SCHOOLS: LAMOTTE SCHOOL: Grades K-8, 841 Bear Canyon Rd., (406) 586-2838 MONFORTON SCHOOL: Grades K-8, 6001 Monforton School Rd., (406) 586-1557 ANDERSON SCHOOL: Grades PK - 8, 10040 S. Cottonwood Rd., (406) 587-1305

BELGRADE SCHOOL DISTRICT: BELGRADE HIGH SCHOOL: 1001 students, 303 N. Hoffman St., (406) 388-6862, bsd44.org/ highschool/ BELGRADE ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL: 189 Arden Drive, (406) 580-5372, bsd44.org/alternativehighschool/ BELGRADE MIDDLE SCHOOL: 1090 students, (406) 388-3311, bsd44.org/middleschool/ SADDLE PEAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: 461 students, (406) 924-2760, bsd44.org/saddlepeak/ HECK-QUAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: 470 students, (406) 388-1821, bsd44.org/heckquaw/ RIDGE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: 481 students, 177 Green Belt Dr., (406) 388-4534, bsd44.org/ ridgeview/

LIVINGSTON SCHOOLS: livingston.k12.mt.us PARK HIGH SCHOOL: 102 View Vista Dr., (406) 222-0448, parkhigh.org SLEEPING GIANT MIDDLE SCHOOL: 301 ViewVista Dr., (406) 222-3292 EAST SIDE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL: Students grades three to five, 401 View Vista Dr., (406) 2221773 WINANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: 1015 W. Clark St., (406) 222-0192, winanselementary.org WASHINGTON SCHOOL KINDERGARTEN: 315 N. 8th St., (406) 222-1231

OTHER AREA SCHOOLS: MANHATTAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Grades K-12, 406 N. Broadway, (406)284-6460

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GALLATIN GATEWAY SCHOOL: Grades K-8, 100 Mill St., (406) 763-4415 THREE FORKS PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Grades Preschool-12, 210 E. Neal St., (406) 285-3224 BIG SKY SCHOOL DISTRICT: Grades K-12, 45465 Gallatin Rd., (406) 995-4281 MOUNT ELLIS ACADEMY: Private boarding school with boys and girls dormitories. 3641 Bozeman Trail Rd., (406) 587-5178, mtellis.org HEADWATERS ACADEMY: Private middle school, grades six through eight. 1005 Durston Rd., (406) 585-9997, headwatersacademy.org HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL: Private Christian school, grades K-12. (406) 587-9311, heritagechristian.org BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL: Private high school, grades 9-12. 2006 Stadium Dr. Suite 102, (406)577-2492, bozemanfieldschool.org MANHATTAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL: Private Christian school, grades preschool to 12. 8000 Churchill Rd., (406) 282-7261, manhattanchristian.org PETRA ACADEMY Private Christian school with PK and K-12. 4720 Classical Way, Bozeman, 582-8165. petraacademy.com

CHILD CARE: For all its positives, Bozeman does have some kid-related drawbacks. The town - and much of the state - are in what’s called a “child care desert.” That means there’s three times as many kids as there are spaces at licensed child care providers, and parents joke that you have to enroll a kid in a daycare before you even think about its name. However, there are daycares and child care options in Bozeman.

CHILD CARE CONNECTIONS: Child Care Connections is the only child care resource and referral agency that serves Gallatin, Park, Meagher, Broadwater, Jefferson and Lewis and Clark Counties. Child Care Connections can help get families in touch with child care providers and after-school supervision programs so parents can work and kids can be kids.

Bozemanccc.org, (406) 587-7786, 1143 Stoneridge Dr.

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ART AND ADULT EDUCATION: THE EMERSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS AND CULTURE: 111 S. Grand Ave., (406) 587-9797, theemerson.org BOZEMAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM: bsd7.org/teaching_and_learning/adulted ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAM (LIVINGSTON) 132 S. B St., Livingston, (406) 220-2083, livingstonace.org

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utdoor recreation is a staple pastime in the Bozeman community -- if being outside isn’t really your thing, you’ll likely be persuaded to step out of your comfort zone.

There’s an activity for everyone, from mountain biking to rock climbing to worldclass fly fishing. Countless miles of trails are ready to be discovered with views that will take your breath away.

WHERE TO TREK The Main Street to the Mountains trail system does exactly what it promises, connecting a busy downtown to serene wilderness within a matter of minutes. Chris Boyd, founder of the Gallatin Valley Land Trust began pushing for the trail system in the 1990s. Since then, the nonprofit, in collaboration with other public and private organizations, has been slowing adding on miles of trails. Paths that are part of the system are marked by a Main Street to the Mountains totem and an interactive map can be found at gvlt.org.

The trail system offers more than 80 miles to explore, but a few spots are iconic.

The College ‘M’ Trail might be the easiest of all to find. Just head in the direction of the giant , white ‘M’ on the south side of the Bridger Range. There are two trails to the top, one easy and one hard. The views of the valley are gorgeous and the trek can be extended.

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The ‘M’ is an access point to the Bridger Ridge, a traverse of the whole range.

Drinking Horse Trail is just across the way from the ‘M’ and offers views in the opposite direction into the canyon. The trail is 2.5 miles roundtrip and the base is adjacent to a fish hatchery, making for multiple points of interest. In October, a new trail opened to connect trails in town to the ‘M’ and Drinking Horse, which includes an underpass tunnel beneath Bridger Drive, so getting between the two is easy.

Sourdough Trail on the south side of Bozeman is popular among birders and bikers for its ease and variety in foliage. The flat trail winds along Bozeman Creek and is accessible from Tuckerman Park off of Goldstein Road.

Triple Tree Trail is another popular trek among locals. The 4.5 mile trail loops around the northwest side of Mount Ellis and offers nice views of the valley. It isn’t too far from town off of Sourdough Road,

making it an easy after-work jaunt. Gallatin Valley Land Trust negotiated with the state, county and Triple Tree Ranch Owners’ Association to secure a permanent easement and ensure access to the trail.

Of course, these are only a few trails close to town. The number of trails within an easy drive of Bozeman is overwhelming. Gallatin Canyon is full of awesome hikes like Lava Lake and Storm Castle. There’s lots to explore on the east side of the Bridger Range. West of Bozeman toward Three Forks, one can find Missouri Headwaters State Park, which offers all types of activities. The Paradise Valley south of Livingston cannot be missed.

Many new residents find the book “Day Hikes Around Bozeman” by Robert Stone an essential checklist to see all southwest Montana has to offer.

Pick a mountain range and rotate.

HYALITE CANYON Hyalite Canyon Recreation Area deserves its own section. It’s one of the most popular destinations for outdoor enthusiasts in Montana. There are three campgrounds, U.S. Forest Service cabins, trails for running, backpacking, biking and horseback riding, and walls for rock climbing. There’s a reservoir for boating, kayaking, fishing and swimming. And that’s just a list of summer activities.

Hyalite Canyon is magical in winter, and often has great snow even when it’s sparse in town. Ice fishing is popular on the reservoir. Ice climbing is popular on area waterfalls. There are 30 kilometers of groomed cross-country ski trails in the canyon and around the reservoir, and backcountry skiing is accessible from the Lick Creek, History Rock, Blackmore Trailhead, the East Fork, and the Grotto Falls trailhead parking lots.

Friends of Hyalite, a nonprofit, pays for the plowing of Hyalite Canyon Road in the winter and has all the information you need to know about the unique area on its website, hyalite.org.

ON THE WATER Montana is a world-renowned destination for fishermen. It’s hard to know where to start when talking about fishing here, but the Gallatin, Yellowstone and Madison are a safe bet.

The Gallatin River stretches from the northwest corner of Yellowstone National Park through Gallatin National Forest (and beautiful Gallatin Canyon) to its confluence with the Missouri River near Three Forks. Wade fishing is most popular on the Gallatin and rainbow trout are the most common trout species in the water, according to the U.S. Forest Service. A section between Moose Creek Flat and Squaw Creek Bridge is well-known for its white water and can be crowded with boaters in summer.

Some consider the Yellowstone River to be quintessential Montana. It’s the last free flowing (undamned) river in the lower 48 and cuts northeast nearly 700 miles before converging with the Missouri River in North Dakota. The stretch of Yellowstone down the Paradise Valley south of Livingston is hard to top -- it’s name says it all. The Absorka and Gallatin Ranges rise up majestically on either side. The size of the river makes fishing from a raft or a drift boat ideal. A huge variety of trout can be found all along the way.

The Madison River is one of the most well-known in Montana. It begins in Yellowstone at the confluence of the Firehole and Gibbons rivers and flows for about 180 miles to Three Forks. It runs through Hebgen Lake, Quake Lake, Ennis Lake and Bear Trap Canyon. The river has a high-density of both brown and rainbow trout. During summer, floating on the lower Madison is extremely popular. This combination of factors makes it easier to understand why the Madison is often the most crowded.

The river has made headlines in recent years as state officials consider how to regulate crowds on the river, so that’s something to keep an eye on.

Of course, there are plenty more waters to explore and the rivers aren’t only for fishermen to enjoy.

Pick a direction and start driving.

THE SLOPES Bridger Bowl is a not-for-profit ski area about 15 miles from downtown Bozeman in the middle of the Bridger Range. What began as one rope-tow installed in 1951 has evolved into an eight chairlift hill with more than 75 runs that’s still growing.

Bridger prides itself on maintaining a community, local feel, even as Bozeman’s population grows at a rapid pace. Bridger offers a free shuttle to and from town, lessons for all abilities and all kinds of community events.

Crosscut Mountain Sports Center is a 533-acre parcel adjacent to Bridger Bowl. It has 35 kilometers of trails for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and fat biking. Those trails are also used for hiking and biking in the summer. Crosscut is a training center for both beginner skiers and professional athletes, offers educational experiences for elementary school students and hosts sporting events. It has plans to expand in the coming years, including building a new lodge and a biathlon course.

Big Sky Resort is about an hour drive from Bozeman through Gallatin Canyon and is called the “Biggest Skiing in America” for its 4,350 vertical drop. Big Sky has 5,850 acres of skiable terrain and 38 lifts. The resort offers lessons for kids, for adults and speciality clinics. It also offers unique experiences like guided night skiing and early morning guided runs to get a first shot at new powder.

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hile Bozeman has a small-town feel, it doesn’t miss out on big-city action. Award-winning artists regularly play in Bozeman and Big Sky, and everything from ballet to documentary series are right in your new backyard.

THE RIALTO THEATER BOZEMAN The Rialto has been a fixture of Main Street since it was built as a post office in 1908, and a peanut stand before that. The historic building got a massive makeover in 2018 and now hosts multiple acts a week in every genre, from bluegrass to EDM. The venue has an exclusive booking contract with Missoula-based Logjam Entertainment, which, in 2018, ranked #95 in Pollstar’s top 100 promoters in the world. Tickets to shows at the Rialto are available online and at the Rialto’s box office, and tickets to select shows can be bought at Cactus Records. The space can also be rented out for private events.

10 W. Main St., (406) 404-7911, rialtobozeman.com

THE ELLEN THEATRE.

one-day job. Tickets to shows at the Ellen are available online and at the Ellen’s box office.

17 W. Main St., (406) 585-5885, theellentheatre.com

VERGE THEATER In 2020, Verge celebrated its 25th birthday, a long time for a community nonprofit theater. Located on North 7th and neighbors with Montana Ballet Company, Verge holds totally open auditions and hosts bi-weekly improv shows.

Executive Director Hilary Parker said the theater’s motto is “radical inclusion” - making a space where anyone, regardless of experience, can find a community. The black box theater puts on plays and musicals throughout the year, and produces an annual, not-to-miss production of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.”

Right across the street from the 2304 N. 7th Ave., C1, (406) 585historic Rialto Theater sits the 0737 historic Ellen Theatre, the home to Montana Theatreworks and one of MONTANA BALLET Bozeman’s most famous buildings.

COMPANY The Ellen was opened in 1919 as Montana Ballet Company creates a vaudeville theater, but hosted all sorts of events, from films to circui- everything from scratch, including ses with live elephants. By 2005, the sets and costumes, making MBC building was facing an unknown shows once-in-a-lifetime opporfuture, but Montana TheatreWorks tunities. The company also offers raised the money to buy the buildballet classes for kids who want to ing and, in 2008, began remodellearn to dance in an environment ing the massive historic landmark. that will foster their creativity and Productions have been on the stage health. Executive Director Elizasince 2008, but the work on the beth DeFanti, a lifelong dancer herEllen isn’t done yet. In December self, said the ballet’s job is to tell a 2019, work was finished on the story without words, whether that facade of the building to bring it story be Shakespeare’s “A Midsumback to its 1920s art deco glory, all mer Night’s Dream” or the famous based off of original blueprints by “Nutcracker” ballet. Performances the famous Bozeman architect Fred are made up of mostly junior and Willson. Renovations will continue senior company members, along in the Ellen - executive director with academy kids and visiting John Ludin said the next steps are artists. Tickets to MBC shows are redoing the fly space above the available on the company’s website. stage and adding more seats - but 2304 N. 7t Ave., (406) 582-8702, nobody said returning the building to its former glory would be a montanaballet.org S O U T H W E S T M O N TA NA SNA P SHO T

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LOTUS EATERS PRODUCTIONS Lotus Eaters Productions is a local, do-it-yourself promotions company that books acts of all genres at venues like the Gallatin Labor Temple and the Korean restaurant Whistle Pig. Every August, Lotus Eaters also puts on a weekend festival at venues all around Bozeman called Labor Fest, which books mostly Montana and regional underground acts. Labor Fest 2020 will be on September 4-6.

Lotuseatersdiy.com

REGAL GALLATIN VALLEY Bozeman’s only dedicated movie theater is located inside the Gallatin Valley Mall. Operated by the national Regal chain, Regal Gallatin Valley has multiple theaters that show the most popular new releases, from Sonic the Hedgehog to the newest Star Wars.

2825 W. Main St inside the Gallatin Valley Mall, (844) 462-7342, regmovies.com

BOZEMAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Throughout the 2019-2020 season, the Bozeman Symphony Orchestra has been conducted by visiting conductors, all vying for the permanent position of music director after the previous music director resigned suddenly over misconduct allegations. The symphony is comprised of musicians college-aged and older and hosts informal pre-concert talks at the Willson Auditorium before each performance for audience members to learn more about the conductors, musicians and the music they’re creating together. At the conclusion of the 2020 season, the symphony will chose a new music director from its six visiting candidates, signaling another step for the symphony.

1001 W. Oak St. #110, (406) 585-9774, bozemansymphony.org

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THE EMERSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS AND CULTURE Occupying an old schoolhouse building downtown, the Emerson is a collection of art galleries and artist spaces. The Emerson hosts gallery openings of all kinds, from ceramics to oil paintings to massive installations with running water, and it holds adult art education classes for people who want to get in touch with their inner creative. The Emerson bought the neighboring lawn in 2018 and hosts a weekly summer concert series, Lunch on the Lawn, every Wednesday from July to August.

111 S. Grand Ave., (406) 587-9797, theemerson.org

BOZEMAN ACTORS THEATRE For 10 years, Bozeman Actors Theatre has brought contemporary and classical performances to the Bozeman community.

Performing in a variety of venues around town, the professional theater strives to produce thought-provoking performances of all kinds. bozemanactorstheatre.org

BOZEMAN FILM SOCIETY While Bozeman only has one dedicated theater, that doesn’t mean your only movie options are whatever’s biggest at the box office. Bozeman Film Society brings independent cinema to the community year-round with screenings of movies like “Parasite” and “Honey Boy” at the Emerson.

111 S. Grand Ave. Ste. 112, (406) 599-9069, bozemanfilmsociety. org

INTERMOUNTAIN OPERA Since the 1970s, Intermountain Opera has brought professional performers to Bozeman for opera productions like “Kiss Me, Kate” and “The Marriage of Figaro.” Intermountain Opera performances are generally at the Willson Auditorium at 404 W. Main St. or at the Ellen Theatre at 17 W. Main St. (406) 587-2889, intermountainopera.org

MONTANA CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY Montana Chamber Music Society’s mission is to bring chamber music concerts to the Big Sky. All of the 2019-2020 season concerts are to be held in Montana State University’s Reynolds Auditorium, in Howard Hall. Past performances have included J.S. Bach’s Gamba Sonatas, Vivaldi’s Bassoon Concerto in E and more. montanachambermusicsociety.org

LAST BEST COMEDY Bozeman’s home for improv and standup, located in the heart of downtown. Coming Spring 2020.

120 N. Rouse, lastbestcomedy.com

THE ELM Slated to open sometime in 2020, The ELM is Logjam Entertainment’s first construction endeavor in Bozeman (the promotion company has exclusive booking rights to the Rialto, but it’s owned

by The Lark). Located in an area of fast redevelopment called midtown, the venue will be able to hold 1500 concertgoers, and Logjam CEO Nick Checota said the ELM is meant to fill the space between the Rialto and the massive Brick Breeden Fieldhouse on campus.

506 N. 7th Ave, logjampresents.com/venue/theelm/

MONTANA SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARKS Montana Shakespeare in the Parks tours the state, offering free Shakespeare performances in parks from communities the size of Billings to those the size of Ekalaka. In operation since 1973, MSIP has performed in front of nearly a million people. MSIP also offers a three-week program for elementary school kids called Montana Shakes, which includes costume trunk, puppetry, stage combat and a workshop titled “Green Eggs and Hamlet.”

Black Box Theater at 11th and Grant, (406) 994-3303, shakespeareintheparks.org

KALEIDOSCOPE YOUTH THEATER Kaleidoscope offers year-round camps and classes for kids who are interested in learning more about acting and performing.

Stared in 2000 by Stacy Hostetter, Kaleidoscope’s mission is to help kids grow into responsible and engaged people, to provide a safe learning environment, and to foster imagination and creativity.

Kytbozeman.org

OPEN DOOR THEATRE Open Door Theatre started in 2014, with its inaugural performance of “Play On!” in January 2015. The goal of ODT is to create a place for all interested in being part of a play, whether onstage or off.

(406) 548-5744, opendoorbozeman.org

MOR is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums and is a Smithsonian Affiliate museum. Admission gets visitors in for two consecutive days, making the museum a great destination for a rainy weekend. In addition to its massive collection of dinosaur fossils, MOR has a hall dedicated to the Northern Rockies Indigenous tribes, a Montana history hall, a planetarium with daily shows and a rotating exhibit that has featured everything from live reptiles to historic photographs.

600 W. Kagy Blvd, (406) 994-2682, museumoftherockies.org THE GALLATIN HISTORY MUSEUM With a focus on Yellowstone history, the Gallatin History Museum is located in an old jail, complete with a gallows. The museum has a life sized Pioneer cabin, exhibits on women, agriculture, and the jail history, and a photo archive with over 20,000 historic photos.

317 W. Main St., (406) 522-8122, gallatinhistorymuseum.org THE AMERICAN COMPUTER AND ROBOTICS MUSEUM The oldest computer museum in the country, the American Computer and Robotics Museum is a hidden gem with totally free admission. Founded in 1990 by George Keremedjiev, the museum has been called “the best museum in the world” by a Harvard scientist and has received a Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor for six years in a row.

2023 Stadium Dr., (406) 582-1288, acrmuseum.org, MONTANA SCIENCE CENTER Formerly the Children’s Museum of Bozeman, the Montana Science Center is a place for kids and adults to learn side-by-side.

The museum has discounted admission for folks with ID and valid SNAP or EBT and free admission on the second Friday of every month from 5 to 8 p.m.

2744 W. Main St., (406) 522-9087, montanasciencecenter.org EARTH’S TREASURES: This little mining and museum store has a variety of rocks and minerals to check out, as well as unique jewelry and bugs preserved in amber.

25 N. Willson Ave #B, (406) 582-3451

BOZEMAN DOCUMENTARY SERIES

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Bozeman Documentary Series is a bi-weekly documentary screening, showing at the Emerson. The series brings new and groundbreaking documentaries to Bozeman, providing another alternative to the latest Disney movie at the mall movie theater. The series runs between October and April.

Bozemandocseries.org

WARREN MILLER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 45465 Gallatin Rd., Gallatin Gateway (406) 995-6345, warrenmillerpac.org

MUSEUMS: THE MUSEUM OF THE ROCKIES The Museum of the Rockies was founded by Dr. Caroline McGill and about 30 volunteers in the late 1950s. Part of Montana State University, MOR has been recognized as one of the world’s best history and research museums and has on display the largest collection of dinosaur fossils in the state. It’s hard to miss the museum - a giant cast of a t-rex skeleton stands guard at the entrance, greeting visitors with a toothy grin. One of the museum’s many claims to fame is its history with Jack Horner, who served as a museum curator prior to working as a paleontology consultant on the Jurassic Park movies.

MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS A free outdoor summer concert series, put on by the Arts Council of Big Sky. Bigskyarts.org

LIVINGSTON: THE SHANE LALANI CENTER FOR THE ARTS 415 E. Lewis St., (406) 222-1420, theshanecenter.org BLUE SLIPPER THEATRE 113 E. Callender St., (406) 222-7720, blueslipper.org YELLOWSTONE BALLET COMPANY 109 S. B St., (406) 222-0430, yellowstoneballet.info S O U T H W E S T M O N TA NA SNA P SHO T

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esidents in Gallatin County are big on pets. It’s hard to go anywhere in town without running into a dog, sometimes even where they’re not supposed to be. With that in mind, it’s important to know the places that welcome pets, where you can find one in need of a home and what city laws govern Bozeman’s pets.

GREEN SPACES FOR DOGS There are eight (eight!) off-leash, dog parks in the Bozeman area.

BURKE PARK off of S. Church Avenue near downtown Bozeman is one of the most popular in town. Also known as Peets Hill, the 41-acre park consists of a trail that connects to the Main Street to the Mountains system.The park offers beautiful 360 degree views of the mountains surrounding Gallatin Valley.

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SNOWFILL DOG PARK was once Bozeman’s landfill and is now home to 38-acres of fenced green space open to dogs offleash. A two-mile gravel trail traverses the park in various levels of steepness. The park includes views of the Bridger Range and is off of McIlhattan Road.

GALLATIN COUNTY REGIONAL PARK in west Bozeman includes a variety of amenities like a pond, a jungle gym for kids and a separate, enclosed dog park. The park can be accessed from street parking on Ferguson Avenue.

COOPER PARK is an off-leash, unfenced dog park between downtown and Montana State University. The park is full of picnic tables, benches, beautiful trees and is accessible from 8th Avenue.

CENTENNIAL PARK off of N. Tracy Avenue and W. Cottonwood Street offers dogs off-leash only in the mornings from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m.

LEWIS AND BARK DOG PARK at Bozeman Pond is fenced and enclosed on the west side of the pond near Gallatin Valley Mall and allows dogs to swim. The entrance to the park is off of S. Fowler Avenue.

WEST PAW DOG PARK is Bozeman’s newest enclosed dog park at Story Mill Community Park. The 1-acre park was made possible with a donation from West Paw, a pet product manufacturer in town. The park is accessible from Story Mill Road.

THE HIGHLAND PARK DOG PARK is adjacent to the Softball Complex on the southwest side. The entrance is off of Haggerty Lane. The dog park is enclosed and includes a dog station for waste disposal.

THE CITY HAS ALSO DESIGNATED DOG-FREE PARKS: Glen Lake Rotary Park, Bronken Fields, playgrounds, beaches except where designated, ice rinks, sports fields and Story Mill Park Nature Sanctuary.

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HEART OF THE VALLEY For those who are looking for a pet, or are looking for somewhere

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to volunteer, Heart of the Valley Animal Shelter is the answer. The private, nonprofit shelter houses on average 185 lost and surrendered animals each day. The shelter also offers educational programs for children, training classes for dogs, behavioral consultations, micro-chipping, ID tags and no cost spay and neutering for feral cats.

In addition to having volunteers to help with tasks at the shelter, Heart of the Valley also runs a foster program that places animals temporarily in homes for at least two weeks.

The shelter is located at 1549 E. Cameron Bridge Road and can be reached at (406) 388-9399.

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portation department, but Bozeman is unique.

The Human Resource Development Council also operates Galavan, a paratransit provider for seniors (59+) and people with disabilities. It’s also free of charge and runs in Bozeman Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Galavan offers rides to and from Belgrade on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. People needing rides to and from Manhattan and Three Forks get service Monday through Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

some snow tires for cars or fat tires for bikes. If you’d like to avoid driving altogether, there are a number of options. Montana as a state is lacking in the public trans-

There are two types of yellow buses that zip around Bozeman -one is for school children and the other is Streamline. The canaryyellow buses follow five routes around town, travel to Livingston and Belgrade and down Bridger Canyon Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. There’s also a late night service and buses through the weekend.

These public buses are also free.

That’s right, there’s no charge to ride Streamline. The program is run by nonprofit Human Resource Development Council and aims to provide alternative transportation for all kinds of people.

All buses are wheelchair accessible. The service has won the Montana Transit System of the Year Award and was recognized by the Federal Transit Administration as an Outstanding Rural Transit Agency.

The bus service aims to accommodate cyclists. Buses are equipped with bike racks so passengers can incorporate two modes of transportation into one outing. Streamline also rents out bike lockers on Montana State University’s campus to keep bikes safe for commuters.

Streamline’s Greenline Express stops at Montana State University, Gallatin Valley Mall, Four Corners and in Belgrade. The Yellowline/ Orangeline University also goes to MSU, Gallatin Valley Mall and Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital. Blueline Retail leaves campus and heads downtown before hitting shopping centers like Walmart and Target. The Redline Downtown also starts on campus and loops around much of west Bozeman, but not before hitting Main Street and Bozeman High School.

Streamline also offers rides to and from picturesque Livingston, a town of 7,500 and gateway to the Paradise Valley. The service runs Monday through Friday from 5:50 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.

A full schedule of Streamline’s daytime and late night stops are outlined in the included map.

Streamline is in the process of redesigning its routes to accommodate Bozeman’s expanding growth and increased demand.

Routes haven’t changed in years , and a redesign could mean additional stops and buses running more often.

In the meantime, the app RouteShout, available on Apple and Android phones, gives up-to-the-minute information on whether

The service offers door-to-door transportation, making it about as convenient as it gets. Prospective riders can visit HRDC’s website (thehrdc.org) or call 406-587-2434 to see if they qualify for Galavan’s services.

CALL FOR A RIDE Sometimes, public transportation just doesn’t cut it. That’s when it’s time to call for a ride.

Bozeman has a number of cab companies, including Greater Valley Taxi and A.A.A. Montana Yellow Cab. Greater Valley can be reached at (406) 388-9999 and A.A.A. at (406) 220-3111.

Lyft and Uber rideshares are also available in Bozeman.

CONNECTING TO THE MOUNTAINS Bozeman would not be Bozeman without easy access to the ski hill.

Bridger Bowl Ski Area, 16 miles east of town, is an easy drive.

But parking at the base is another story. Even on a weekday, arriving at Bridger later than 10 a.m. can equate to parking in the furthest row from the base area (depending on how much powder has accumulated).

Bridger contracts with Streamline, First Student and Windriver to offer free rides from MSU and Gallatin County Fairgrounds to the ski hill and back about every 15 minutes on the weekends. The buses run a limited service Wednesday through Friday, as well, and the weekday service may be expanded in the coming season.

Livingston residents can catch one morning bus (7:45 a.m.) to the hill and one bus back in the afternoon (4:00 p.m.) to and from the Park County Fairgrounds.

More information can be found at bridgerbowl.com.

There’s also a bus service that gets skiers up to Big Sky Resort, about an hour south of Bozeman. Skyline is a year-round bus service that connects Gallatin Valley to Lone Mountain. It stops in town at the Super 8 motel, Walmart, MSU, Four Corners and Gallatin Gateway Inn beginning before heading up Gallatin Canyon. The route is called The Link Express.

Skyline also offers routes that make stops in Mountain Village, at area hotels and at Moonlight Basin. More information and pass prices can be found at skylinebus.com.

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allatin County has been known for some time as one of the healthiest counties in Montana, according to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin. The ranking is based on tobacco use, access to health care, education attainment and air quality. The ranking can also be attributed to the active lifestyles people in the county lead and the access they have to outdoor activities.

But even the healthy need a check-up every now and then.

As Bozeman’s population grows at a rapid pace, so do its health care providers. Construction is ongoing to expand Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital and plans for a new Billings Clinic campus are moving forward. This equates to more options, increased patient capacity and more experts around to answer questions when you need them the most.

BOZEMAN HEALTH Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital on Highland Boulevard is a nonprofit, community hospital with nearly 200 physicians on staff from 42 different specialties. It’s a DNV GL accredited hospital and a verified Level III Trauma Center. It has an accredited cancer center and a designated Blue Distinction Center Plus for maternity care and a designated Blue Distinction Center for knee and hip replacement by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana.

Other specialty practices include (but are not limited to) cardiology, geriatrics and palliative medicine, gastroenterology, rheumatology, neurology, travel medicine and infectious disease, pulmonary medicine, sleep medicine, and urology.

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more patients and new services. A new patient care tower will host an intensive care unit, outpatient services and open space for future expansion. The new ICU will have 20 beds, more than double what the current ICU has, and rooms will be twice as big.

Construction on the new tower is scheduled to be completed in 2020.

The new patient tower will open up space in another part of the hospital that will be converted into a women and family tower.

This will include a new neonatal intensive care unit that will upgrade the hospital’s ability to care for more premature babies.

Bozeman Health Medical Group operates Deaconess Hospital, Big Sky Medical Center, Belgrade Clinic + Urgent Care, Bozeman Health Urgent Care, Hillcrest Senior Living, b2 MicroCare and b2 VirtualCare.

BILLINGS CLINIC Billings Clinic, Montana’s largest health care provider, has owned a 54-acre chunk of land in west Bozeman since 2016 and is moving forward with plans to build an ambulatory center that will include an urgent care, a multispecialty physician group practice and an outpatient surgical center. It will also pull in other Billings Clinic services already located in Bozeman, like its OB-GYN office now on Highland Boulevard and Acorn Pediatrics.

The nonprofit health care provider has not announced an exact date for when it will break ground on the multi-phase project.

Billings Clinic has 13 regional partnerships and is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. It’s governed by a board of community members, nurses and physician.

COMMUNITY HEALTH PARTNERS Community Health Partners has clinics in Bozeman, Belgrade,

Livingston and West Yellowstone. They offer medical and behavioral health care, and dental services in Bozeman and Livingston.

All CHP clinics accept Medicaid and Medicare, Healthy Montana Kids, private insurance and a sliding fee scale for patients who don’t have insurance. CHP was originally founded to benefit underserved and uninsured people.

CHP has expanded its mental health care offerings by incorporating telehealth into its practice to connect patients to licensed counselors and a psychiatric nurse practitioner consultant.

CHP also has a pharmacy with Medication Assistance Program coordinators who work to help patients gain access to affordable medications.

CHP operates under the belief that wellness lies within the

mind, body and spirit.

GALLATIN CITY-COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT The county health department located in Bozeman offers a variety of services like prenatal and parenting classes, immunizations, cancer screening, water quality inspections and connection to local programs that can provide mental health care and housing support.

The health department aims to provide resources, information and access to health care to empower healthy living. More information can be found at healthygallatin.org.

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iving in Bozeman means you get to tap into its wide-ranging and wonderful community resources.

Whether you’re in need of a point in the right direction, a helping hand or you’d like to be the one to offer the help, there’s likely an organization for you.

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106 N. Broadway in Belgrade. More information can be found at belgradelibrary.org or (406) 388-4346.

MANHATTAN COMMUNITY LIBRARY The Manhattan public library is located at 200 W Fulton Ave. It hosts a book club and continually updates its book selection.

More information can be found at manhattancommunitylibrary. com or (406) 284-3341.

If knowledge is power, where better to become an empowered member of society than in a building full of books? The Bozeman Public Library has you covered. The Main Street building houses a wide variety of collections, provides resources for personal growth and lifelong learning, and hosts cultural and recreational events.

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The library even has books on wheels. The Bookmobile travels throughout the valley to playgrounds, neighborhoods, assisted living facilities, schools and special events to offer books, movies and more. The bus recently acquired Playaway Views and Playaway Launchpads, video players and tablets to help users experience more media than ever before.

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The Business Center at the library offers a place to work with computer terminals, free WiFi and study rooms available by reservation. The library also offers access to Adobe Creative Suite for all a creative needs. Entrepreneurs can use the center to sign up for a consultation with the Small Business Development Center and the MSU Blackstone Launchpad.

The library’s calendar is chock-full of interesting events. For example, there’s a teen writers’ workshop on Monday, Microsoft Excel class on Tuesday, an international movie night on Wednesday, books and babies on Thursday and crochet class on Friday.

And that’s just a sample -- it’s definitely worth it to check back to see what events are added.

The library’s newest addition is Open Door, a hub for community resources. The office is located in the lobby of the library and staffed periodically by service providers like the Bozeman Police Department, Western Montana Mental Health, Haven and the Bozeman School District. The goal of Open Door is simple -- to connect residents to the information they need to thrive in Bozeman.

A full explanation of the library’s offerings and services can be found at bozemanlibrary.org or at (406) 582-2400.

BELGRADE COMMUNITY LIBRARY The public library in Belgrade offers a schedule of weekly events and services like tech support and fitness classes. The library is at

West Yellowstone Public Library offers community events like chess clubs and art exhibits. The library is located at 23 Dunraven Street. More information can be found at westyellowstonepubliclibrary.org or (406) 646-9017.

It’s hard to find a service that the Human Resource Development Council doesn’t provide. HRDC programs can be broken down into the categories of housing, food and nutrition, child and youth development, senior empowerment, transportation, home heating, energy, and safety, and community development.

HRDC runs the public, fare-free bus service Streamline, Bozeman’s homeless shelter the Warming Center, several housing assistance programs, the Gallatin Valley Food Bank and Head Start Preschool, among many other programs.

More information and ways to volunteer can be found at hrdc. org or (406) 333-2537.

HAVEN Haven is Bozeman’s shelter for survivors of domestic violence.

The nonprofit has been in operation for four decades working to provide safe intervention for survivors of intimate partner violence and also to prevent future violence. Haven provides not only shelter, but legal advocacy, support groups, counseling, education, a 24-hour support line and service referrals.

Haven does have plans to build a new, larger shelter in the coming years. More information can be found at havemt.org or (406) 586-7689.

THE HELP CENTER The Help Center offers information, outreach, direct services, advocacy, crisis counseling and therapy in a safe environment.

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More information and volunteer opportunities can be found at bozemanhelpcenter.org or (406) 586-3333.

EAGLE MOUNT Eagle Mount is a nonprofit that works with children and adults with a range of challenges. Programs aim to “enrich their lives through adventure and activity.” That can look like skiing and snowboarding through adaptive lessons to adaptive horsemanship to swimming in a warm saltwater pool. Eagle Mount partners with local organizations to make some of their programs happen, and others take place at the nonprofit’s 19-acre campus.

In addition to regular programming, Eagle Mount also offers specialty camps like for veterans and for families. More information on programs and volunteer opportunities can be found at eaglemount.org or by calling (406) 586-1781.

UNITED WAY Greater Gallatin United Way is one of 1,800 United Way chapters around the world that work to support health, education and financial stability for everyone. The United Way believes that change comes from working collectively through a common agenda. More information can be found at greatergallatinunitedway.org or by calling (406) 587-2194.

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to grow, succeed and become a valuable member of the community. The nonprofit has five signature programs. The Child Advancement Project is an evidence-based mentoring program that matches volunteers with K-12 kids. The Partnership Project is a home visiting program that provides support to young families. The Parent Place provides information and resources to parents to ensure healthy growth and development. Parent Liaison connects home and school so teachers and parents become partners to help a child grow. Girls for a Change is an annual summit on Montana State University’s campus that encourages girls to create change for themselves and the world around them.

More information on how to get involved can be found at allthrive.org or by calling (406) 587-3840.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF BIG SKY COUNTRY Big Brothers Big Sisters of Big Sky Country is part of the largest supported mentoring network in the United States. The organization matches adult volunteers (Bigs) with children (Littles) ages 5 to 18 to develop meaningful relationships with lasting effects. Mentors should help Littles gain confidence, avoid risky behaviors and obtain academic success. The agency connected hundreds of kids to mentors last year and continues to grow.

Programs serve Bozeman, Big Sky, Ennis and Livingston.

More information can be found at bbbs-bigskycountry.org or by calling (406) 587-1216.

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ozeman’s local government offers a variety of services that can help you thrive in your new home.

From garbage services to city government, here’s the lowdown on area public services.

BOZEMAN UTILITIES: Gas and electricity: NorthWestern Energy, (888) 467-2669, northwesternenergy.com Water and Sewer: City of Bozeman, (406) 582-3200, bozeman.net/government/finance/utilities Solid Waste: City of Bozeman, (406) 5823200, bozemansolidwaste.com

GARBAGE AND RECYCLING: The City of Bozeman offers single-stream curbside recycling, which means you can toss all your aluminum and tin cans, cardboard, paper, phone books and plastics one and two into your curbside bin for pickup.

Call (406) 582-3200 or visit bozeman.net. government/garbage-recycling/recycling to set up your garbage and recycling services.

Some apartment buildings have buildingwide dumpsters and recycling bins - check with your landlord to see if that’s your situation.

MORE CURBSIDE RECYCLING:

Safeway, Kohls, Walmart and Smith’s.

REGISTER TO VOTE: Montana has same-day voter registration, which means you can register to vote and vote on the same day. To register to vote in Gallatin County, visit the Gallatin County Elections Department at 311 W. Main St. Rm 210 or give them a call at (406) 582-2060.

BOZEMAN CITY GOVERNMENT: Bozeman city leadership is made up of mayor Chris Mehl, deputy mayor Cyndy Andrus, and three city commissioners - Michael Wallner, I-Ho Pomeroy and Terry Cunningham. All city officials’ contact information is available at bozeman.net/government.

BOZEMAN POLICE DEPARTMENT: (406) 582-2000, 615 S. 16th Ave., bozemanpolice.com GALLATIN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE: (406) 582-2100, 615 S. 16th Ave. BELGRADE POLICE DEPARTMENT: (406) 388-4262, 91 E. Central Ave., Belgrade, belgradepolice.net LIVINGSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT:

J & K Recyclers: (406) 582-0243

(406) 222-2050, 414 E. Callender St., Livingston, livingstonmontana.org

Gone Green: (406) 855-9870 Republic Services: (406) 586-0606 DROP-OFF RECYCLING: Belgrade: W. Madison Ave. and Eileen Place Big Sky: 47280 Gallatin Rd. Four Corners: 357 Recycle Way

BIG SKY POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT: (406) 995-2100, 650 Rainbow Trout Run, Big Sky, listings.bigskychamber.com THREE FORKS POLICE DEPARTMENT:

Manhattan: 600 E. Main St., Manhattan Three Forks: 150 E. Railroad Ave.

The Three Forks Police Department is operated by the Gallatin County Sheriff ’s Office.

West Yellowstone: 263 Ecology Lane

(406) 285-3750, 206 Main St., Three Forks

RECYCLING GLASS: J & K Recyclers and Gone Green can help you recycle your glass for a fee, but the City of Bozeman does not recycle glass, so don’t toss it in your green dumpster with your cans and cardboard.

PLASTIC BAGS: Several grocery stores recycle plastic produce and grocery bags, including Albertsons,

MANHATTAN POLICE DEPARTMENT: (406) 284-6630, 207 S. Sixth St., Manhattan, townofmanhattan.com/police-department GALLATIN COUNTY MOTOR VEHICLE SERVICES: 311 W. Main St., (406) 582-3080

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here are so many new businesses opening in Bozeman that it’s hard to keep count.

This is far from an exhaustive list of everything that’s opened

in the past year, and it’s fair to guess that by the time this is in print, there’ll be more new spots to check out. Keep an eye on the Chronicle to find out what’s new!

CATCH BOUTIQUE Before it was Catch Boutique, it was Vogue Mobile, a pink truck that sold accessories and clothes wherever it could park. Now, Catch is an Instagram-worthy brick-and-mortar, full of trendy pastel colored clothes. If you need a new accessory or, hey, a whole new outfit, Catch isn’t a bad place to start.

730 Boardwalk Ave. #3

THE UNION HALL BREWERY One of Bozeman’s newest breweries, Union Hall opened in October 2019. The brewery is inspired by Bozeman’s first, also called the Union Hall. While the new one doesn’t cool its kegs in Bozeman Creek like the first, it does have soft pretzels on the menu - a fair trade.

121 W. Main St. Ste. B

HOKKAIDO RAMEN HOUSE Owned by the same folks who own Hokkaido in Helena, the new ramen joint opened in January 2020 and has a menu full of classic ramen dishes like tonkotsu ramen, as well as appetizers and imported soft drinks.

867 S. 29th Ave.

SHINE BEER SANCTUARY AND BOTTLE SHOP Beer is king at Shine Beer Sanctuary, where both the upstairs and downstairs bars have 30 taps. If you’re looking for a night in with a drink, Shine’s got you covered there, too - the bottle shop boasts a huge collection of to-go beers and wines, from made-in-Montana brews to imports from Germany.

415 E. Main St.

BROOKIE’S COOKIE DOUGH If you’ve ever wanted to eat cookie dough straight out of the tube, Brookie’s Cookie Dough is the food truck for you. Opened in 2019, the white bus cruises around Bozeman doling out servings of sweet cookie dough and Wilcoxson’s

ice cream. To find the cookie dough truck, check out the truck’s social media pages.

CLASSICS New is great, but it can be hard to beat a wellestablished institution that knows what it’s doing. These shops, restaurants and bars have been around the block and are well-known by locals for doing whatever they do.

PICKLE BARREL For a sandwich the size of your head and just feet off of MSU’s campus, Pickle Barrel is the go-to. The tiny shop has been serving up big sandwiches since 1974. The shop is open from 10a.m. to 10p.m. every day of the week, making it a popular pick for college students looking for a break from the dining halls.

809 W. College St.

CACTUS RECORDS From records and t-shirts to quirky novelty gifts, Cactus Records is a one-stop-shop for everything whacky. The downtown shop also sells tickets to select concerts and events. If you’re looking for somewhere to pick up date night tickets, a Grateful Dead t-shirt and socks with expletives on them all in one shopping trip, Cactus Records is your place.

29 W. Main St.

GRANNY’S GOURMET DONUTS If you’re near MSU and craving a hand-crafted donut, you’re in luck. Granny’s Donuts is open early 7 days a week and serving up a giant selection of donuts and coffee until it runs out. The cash-only joint has been in operation for almost two decades.

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WHISTLE PIG AND I-HO’S In a town the size of Bozeman, people are often surprised to find out we have not one, but two authentic Korean restaurants. I-Ho’s on Main Street is a one-stop shop for Korean entrees served up by the city commissioner herself, I-Ho Pomeroy. You can also find I-Ho’s kimchi, a spicy fermented cabbage side dish, at a number of local grocery stores.

Whistle Pig’s claim to fame is bibimbap, a traditional Korean dish of rice, veggies, and protein topped off with an egg. The downtown restaurant also serves a variety of entrees, has a weekly chef ’s special, and hosts the occasional punk music show.

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ith so many new people moving to Bozeman every year, the real estate market is tight and regularly has a 0% vacancy rate for renters. Howev-

er, there are realtors and businesses that want you to find your new home here in the Big Sky country.

The Human Resource Development Council, or HRDC, offers help to folks who qualify for services like down payment assistance and rental assistance. HRDC is also working to bring more affordable housing to the rest of the valley. In February 2020, the organization received a $1.1 million loan to build 12 affordable rentals in Livingston. And in October 2019, the city of Bozeman voted to give $240,000 to HRDC to help develop 24 more affordable homes. The Bozeman Daily Chronicle also offers a real estate 34

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directory at bozemandailychronicle.com/marketplace.

If you want to find your home pad yourself, you can head to Craigslist or Zillow. Make sure to keep your wits about you scams on these sites aren’t uncommon. A good general rule is that if it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Better Yet, let one of the many experienced, professional Realtors in the Gallatin Valley help you to find the house that’s right for your pocketbook. The Bozeman Daily Chronicle’s classifieds are also a popular option for those looking for a roommate or looking to rent out their property.

And if you’re looking to rent a property or room you already own through Airbnb or a similar website, make sure you check out the city’s regulations for short-term rentals. You can find those regulations at bozeman.net/government/planning/short-termrentals-str.

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ozeman’s Downtown is far from quiet on a weekend night. No matter the season, you’ll find Bozemanites frequenting their favorite downtown establishments, whether it’s an old cowboy bar or a new upscale restaurant. Just like Montana as a whole, there’s something for everyone in downtown Bozeman.

During the summer, the Downtown Bozeman Association presents Music on Main, a free summer concert series that closes down several blocks of Main Street. Local favorites take the stage and open container laws are briefly on hold within the festival boundary (and only within the boundaries, unless you want to pay a hefty fine for taking your drink on a walk). The family-friendly event runs from roughly 6:30 to 8:30, during which the streets are lined with food trucks and dancers.

Downtown is also home to the summer art walks, where select shops transform into art galleries (many with free wine or beer to of-age visitors), as well as an annual Christmas stroll and downtown-wide sales called “Crazy Days.” Main Street is the heart of Bozeman, so even on a quiet weekend, you’re more than likely to find something fun on our main drag.

And, while it’s not technically in downtown, a favorite local hangout is the “bar-muda triangle,”

where three bars sit right next to each other. The Molly Brown, the Haufbrau and the Scoop are all decades-old Montana bars, all right around the corner of North 8th Avenue and Main Street. The three bars each have “personalities” of their own, but with one big similarity - inexpensive drinks and a small-town feel.

Montanans love to tell you we love beer, but you don’t just have to take our word for it. Bozeman has many breweries to choose from, so whether you’re looking for a hoppy IPA or a slow-pour stout, you’re sure to find it here.

As far as food to go with all that beer, we’ve got you covered. Bozeman has a delicious restaurant for virtually any craving, from authentic Korean bibimbap to Mexican burritos to late-night pizza slices. Many restaurants also participate in Doordash and Uber Eats, so you can order whatever makes you tick without even leaving your house.

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BOZEMAN BREWERIES OUTLAW BREWING

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LOCKHORN CIDER HOUSE

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ontanans love beer, plain and simple. The state consistently ranks as having one of the top numbers of breweries per capita, and it shows. With over 70 breweries statewide, you’ll find a new favorite beer in no time. In Montana, it’s perfectly acceptable to be a beer snob. You’ll find every outdoor activity there is to do around Bozeman, whether it be skiing, rock climbing, hiking, recycling, yoga, is better with a beer in hand.

406 BREWING COMPANY (1) 101 E. Oak St., Ste. D, Bozeman, 406brewingcompany.com

BLACKFOOT RIVER BREWING 66 S. Park Ave., Helena, blackfootriverbrewing.com

BOZEMAN BREWING COMPANY (2) 504 N. Broadway Ave., Bozeman, bozemanbrewing.com

CARTER’S BREWING 2526 Montana Ave., Billings, cartersbrewing.com

BOZEMAN TAPROOM (3) 321 E. Mendenhall St., Bozeman bozemantaproom.com

HARVEST MOON BREWERY 7 5th St. S., Belt, harvestmoonbrew.com

BRIDGER BREWING COMPANY (4) 1609 S. 11th Ave. Bozeman, bridgerbrewing.com

KETTLEHOUSE BREWING 602 Myrtle St., Missoula, kettlehouse.com

BUNKHOUSE BREWERY (5) 1216 N. Lincoln St. A, Bozeman, bunkhousebrewery.com

RED LODGE ALES BREWING COMPANY 1445 N. Broadway St., Butte, redlodgeales.com

MAP BREWING (6) 510 Manley Rd., Bozeman mapbrewing.com

QUARRY BREWING 124 W. Broadway St., Butte, quarrybrewing.net

OUTLAW BREWING (7) 2876 N. 27th Ave., Bozeman, outlaw-brewing.com

UBERBREW 2305 Montana Ave., Billings, uberbrew.com

WHITE DOG BREWING (8) 121 W. Main St. B, Bozeman, whitedogbrewing.com

MONTANA BREWING COMPANY 113 N. Broadway, Billings, montanabrewingcompany.com

MOUNTAINS WALKING BREWERY (9) 422 Plum Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715

DRAUGHT WORKS 915 Toole Ave., Missoula, draughtworksbrewery.com

NORDIC BREWING (10) 730 Boardwalk Ave Suite 1B, Bozeman

THE FRONT BREWING COMPANY 215 3rd St. NW, Great Falls, thefrontbrewing.com

VALHALLA MEADERY (11) 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman, MT, 59715

CHECK OUT A DISTILLERY:

LOCKHORN CIDER HOUSE (12) 21 S. Wallace Ave., lockhorncider.com MADISON RIVER BREWING COMPANY (13) Building B, 20900 I-90 Frontage Rd., Belgrade, madisonriverbrewing.com LONE PEAK BREWERY AND TAPHOUSE 48 Market Place, Big Sky, beehivebasinbrewery.com BEEHIVE BASIN BREWERY 245 Town Center Ave., Big Sky, beehivebasinbrewery.com KATABATIC BREWING COMPANY 114 W. Park St., Livingston, katabaticbrewing.com NEPTUNE’S BREWERY 119 N. L St., Livingston, neptunesbrewery.com ANGRY HANK’S 20 N. 30th St., Billings, facebook.com/angryhanks BAYERN BREWING 1507 Montana St., Missoula, bayernbrewery.com

BOZEMAN SPIRITS DISTILLERY (1) 121 W. Main St., bozemanspirits.com WILDRYE DISTILLING (2) 101 E. Oak St. N. Bozeman, wildryedistilling.com DRY HILLS DISTILLERY (3) 106 Village Center Rd., Bozeman, dryhillsdistillery.com HEADFRAME SPIRITS 21 S. Montana St., Butte, headframespirits.com WHISTLING ANDY 8541 Hwy 35, Bigfork, whistlingandy.com WILLIE’S DISTILLERY 312 Main St., Ennis, williesdistillery.com TRAILHEAD SPIRITS 2314 Montana Ave., Billings, trailheadspirits.com GLACIER DISTILLING CO. 10237 Hwy 2E, Coram (West Glacier), glacierdistilling.com MONTGOMERY DISTILLERY 129 W. Front St., Missoula, montgomerydistillery.com S O U T H W E S T M O N TA NA SNA P SHO T

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lthough the Bozeman area may feel relatively small, it does offer a variety of spiritual communities to choose from. There are three Catholic parishes, many Protestant denominations, non-denominational Christrian congregations, an Islamic center, two Jewish gatherings, a Tibetan Buddhist center, a Dharma center and a Unitarian Universalist fellowship, to name a few.

Anyone interested in learning more about Bozeman’s religious and spiritual communities can check out the opinion section of the Bozeman Daily Chronicle, which regularly features guest columns written by leaders of those communities.

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The Chronicle also maintains a church directory that can point to church services from Willow Creek to Livingston and everywhere in between. The directory lists addresses, phone numbers and times of worship, making it easy to get in touch with a congregation. The directory can be found at www.bozemandailychronicle.com/site/ church_directory.html.

Bozeman Health’s Spiritual Care staff is trained to help people of all faiths, or no traditional faith, navigate and cope with illness, loss or trauma. The care aims to be family-centered and research and evidence-based while integrating resources to cultivate pathways to healing.

Services include ethics counseling for end-of-life care, patient visits and facilitating cultural practices in a health care setting, among others. While construction is underway at Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital, the chapel is located in the atrium near entrance 3.

Diverse Beliefs shareD values

First Presbyterian Church, USA Learning and Living God’s Love, Together

The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Bozeman is a caring, open-minded religious community that encourages you to seek your own path. Our commitment to worship together, to learn together, and to work for justice together create a bond that sustains even as our beliefs diverge.

We are an inclusive and diverse congregation. All are welcome!

Sunday Worship 8:30 & 10:30 am Sunday School for all ages

Worship and children’s religious education Sundays, 10:00 a.m. 325 N. 25th, Bozeman For more information: www.uufbozeman.org.

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Corner of Willson and Babcock 26 W Babcock Bozeman, MT 59715 406-586-9194 www.fpcbozeman.org Rockhaven Camp & Retreat Center www.rockhavencamp.org

HOLY ROSARY PARISH 1885 - 2020

The community of Holy Rosary Parish is the body of Christ, empowered by the Holy Spirit, called to gather for worship, cherish the Roman Catholic traditions of our faith, to live the gospel, minister to others, and be Christ to the world.

Confessions 3:30pm Saturdays

Mass times Saturdays 5:15pm Sundays 8:00am and 10:30am

220 W. Main Street Bozeman, Montana 59715 (406) 587-4581 | holyrosarybozeman.org

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St. James Episcopal Church St James Episcopal Church Bringing worship and fellowship to the Gallatin Valley for 150 years.

Offering beautiful music and powerful preaching for all.

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Sundays 8; 9:30; 11 AM

Downtown Bozeman - 121 S. Willson - www.bozemanumc.org

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