Bozeman Christmas Stroll 2014

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Christmas Stroll • December 6, 2014

Saturday December 6 2014 Emerson Events 12:30–4:15 pm

Official Christmas Stroll Guide

A S pe c i al Pu b li c at i o n o f t h e B oz e m an Dai ly C h r o n i c le

Bozeman Public Library Activities 2:00–6:00 pm Downtown Bozeman Stroll 4:30–7:30 pm

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he Downtown Bozeman Association has announced

the winners of their annual poster contest for the Christmas Stroll.

Mark and Kelly Harro of Homespun Harros submitted their work of a sketched buffalo wearing a red Santa Claus hat that will now be the design for this year’s stroll.

“It popped out immediately,” said Ellie Staley, Program Director of the DBA. “It’s not as traditional as we’ve gone with in the past.”

With over thirty submissions, the DBA was able to narrow it down to three top choices, but the voting for the Harro’s design was unanimous.

Taking second place is “Bulbs” by Beth Lee. The third place design winner is the “Montana Santa Dawn Patrol” by Megan Keenan.

In her ninth year as Director for the stroll, Staley has always been a part of the voting for the poster contest, but this year’s contest gave her a hard time making a final decision.

“This was a really great year for poster entries,” she said.

The Harros, who sell their artwork through Etsy and at the Emerson’s Tart gallery, are a husband and wife team who love to make collaborative art that juxtaposes colorful patterns with original drawings of animals.

“We like it, because he’s charging at you, but he has a Santa hat on,” said Kelly of the design.

For the piece, Kelly made the buffalo plaid background and the fonts while Mark did the drawing of the buffalo.

“Usually how we work is we come up with an idea together,” said Kelly. Then, Mark will sketch concepts and the pair will discuss them to figure out any changes.

“Mark does the actual drawing of the animal in pen and ink, and I take that and put it through the computer and add all the color and the background,” she said.

Mark, an Alaska-native and Montana State University alum, thought the design worked well not only for the stroll but as a representation for the city

By Stevie Croisant Chronicle Staff Writer of Bozeman.

“We’re so Western in this part of Bozeman, but we’re also a fun town, and there’s a lot of young people in this town, and they’re always doing fun stuff. Our design is Western, but it’s also updated and whimsical and fun and lighthearted.”

The design is also something that will stand out to children, according to Kelly.

“We thought kids would also really like the image, because it’s a pretty iconic animal and it’s a bright, colorful image,” she said.

While the couple has been in Bozeman together for two Christmas Strolls, this was their first submission to the poster contest.

“It comes to a point where year after year you’re like, ‘Man, I would make such a good image on that poster. How come we haven’t done that yet?’ And then finally, we’re like, ‘We need to try.’”

Although the couple knew their design was different than past winners, they were excited to submit their piece no matter the odds.

“We had no idea how many people entered this contest and you don’t know who’s going to have a really good design also. All we could do was put our best foot forward and give it a shot, and when it comes out in your favor, it’s a good thing,” said Mark. “I’m excited we get to share this piece of us with Bozeman.”

Both are excited to see their artwork hung around town. Kelly even thinks it will look like a “big herd of buffalo on Main Street.” Still, the pair is even more excited to join the community in the Emerson Cultural Center where they will be signing posters of their artwork.

“It will be fun to meet some Bozeman locals and talk to them about some of the silly stuff we do and have them meet us, because we like meeting people too. We love the Emerson, and we love being a part of this community, so it will be fun signing posters there,” Mark said.

The couple will be in the Emerson during the Christmas Stroll from 1–2 p.m.

2nd Place Poster Design (on the left): “Bulbs” by Beth Lee 3rd Place Poster Design (on the right): “Montana Santa Dawn Patrol” by Megan Keenan

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Come in during the Christmas Stroll for a sneak peak!

holiday open house

The commemorative Christmas Stroll button is often collected each year as a souvenir of the community’s annual celebration. What many often do not realize is the button is more than just a collection piece--sales from the buttons go toward supporting the free Christmas Stroll. Like strolls from years past, this year is no different.

“Like all events hosted by the Downtown Bozeman Association, these are free community events and paid for 100 percent by our sponsors and sales from the buttons,” said DBA Program Director Ellie Staley.

While the buttons aren’t required to attend the Christmas Stroll, they are necessary to participate in the hay wagon rides from Soroptimist Park, pictures with Santa Claus at the Baxter Hotel and the gingerbread house decorating contest at the Emerson

Cultural Center.

Each button is only $4, and the sales help pay for the hay wagon rides, Santa picture expenses and rentals, police enforcement, city permitting expenses, generators, port-o-potties, street decorations, advertising and marketing materials and more, which end up costing the DBA, a nonprofit group, over $10,000.

The blue button decorated with a white reindeer can be purchased now at many downtown locations.

“This really supports the future of the event,” Staley said of the button sales.

When purchasing Christmas Stroll buttons, fill out a ballot to be entered to win one of 18 prizes including six Bridger Bowl passes, downtown dollar prizes or passes to the Museum of the Rockies. Winners will be contacted the week after the stroll.

Buttons are available now for purchase at the following locations:

December 12 - 14 STORE HOURS Friday 10am - 6pm Saturday 10am - 6pm Sunday 11am - 3pm

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* Some exclusions apply, see store for details.

Owenhouse Ace Hardware First Security Bank Chalet Sports Schnee’s Boots and Shoes Emerson Cultural Center Bozeman Public Library Leaf & Bean Heyday Montana Gift Corral Bozeman Chamber of Commerce

Country Bookshelf ERA Landmark/ Downtown Visitor Center Heeb’s Grocery Community Food Coop Downtown Smith’s Supermarket Rosauer’s Safeway Albertson’s

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New Stroll Traditions

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hen Michigan native Chris Chambers found out he would become a part of a new Bozeman Christmas tradition, he called home to share the news with his mother.

Chambers, who is supervisor for the HRDC’s Warming Center for the homeless, will be joining Santa Claus in his sleigh for the 34th annual Christmas Stroll as Master of Ceremonies for the parade.

The need for a new tradition arose as the Downtown Bozeman Association (DBA) saw the attendance of the stroll increase year after year.

“We need someone to help Santa,” said Ellie Staley, Program Director at the DBA. “We wanted someone with personality who would be good at directing people and getting them into the holiday spirit.”

When the DBA met to brainstorm ideas for a possible emcee, Chamber’s name was mentioned and it was an instant unanimous decision to get him on board, according to Staley.

“Chris is known in the community. He does wonderful things (with the Warming Center). He’s someone who can be a good representation for our community for the parade.”

Starting his interview off with jokes and funny personal anecdotes, it was clear Chambers is a natural at connecting with people. “I’m a self-proclaimed master of fun,” he said. “I enjoy interacting with people and this is such a lovely opportunity to do that and be a guide to help rally the community during such a joyous time. I don’t know what it’s going to be like exactly, but it’s going to be a good time.”

At 4:30 p.m., Chambers will accompany Santa for the parade ride beginning at the intersection of Grand and Main Streets. From there, he will do everything from pep cheers, to start songs, cue people and—the part Chambers is most excited for—he leads the countdown for Santa to light the Christmas lights.

While Chambers has never been an emcee for an event before, he knows this one-shot deal as the Christmas Stroll Master of Ceremonies is something he can handle. With his career, Chambers often works with teenagers facilitating group activities and discussion. He has led a group of over 200 participants before in Livingston.

“The intention of the event is that this is a magical night for the residents and the children of Bozeman to see Santa Claus, and if that’s the intention, then nothing can go wrong,” he said.

As excited as Chambers is to bring joy to the annual Stroll, he’s equally excited to bring awareness to the Warming Center through his role of emcee.

“I think it would be really cool to bring into people’s collective consciousness in the Bozeman area that there are a lot of people who are really struggling in this community.”

Over half of the guests at the Warming Center have been Gallatin County residents for over a year and approximately 25 percent of all guests are female.

This season, the Warming Center has upwards of thirty guests per night, said Chambers, and is supported entirely by community donations, whether that be in the form of supplies, financial assistance or time.

“The biggest push right now is we need financial support or we’re not going

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Our third Christmas Stroll in our new flagship location!

Schnee’s Stroll Entertainment: • 4:00 pm—Visit the Bernese Mountain Dogs • 5:00 pm—Bozeman United Methodist Brass Band • 6:00 pm—Dos Mayos Christmas Acoustic

Open until 7:30 pm!

Free hot cider!

Schnee’s Historic Downtown Bozeman • 406-587-0981 • www.schnees.com

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Christmas Stroll • December 6, 2014

Christmas Stroll 2014 Schedule of Events

On Saturday, December 6th from 4:30 to 7:30 PM join the Downtown Bozeman Association, our gracious Presenting Sponsors; Bridger Bowl, Lehrkind’s Coca Cola, Wells Fargo Bank, and Alphagraphics as we proudly invite you to the 34th Annual Christmas Stroll in Historic Downtown Bozeman.

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A General Schedule of Stroll Events —also refer to the map on the facing page—

Come kick-off the Holiday Season in Downtown Bozeman!

Join us for fun activities, great food, and fun. Bring the whole family to ride on the hay wagons, get your picture taken with Santa Claus, watch the lighting ceremony of the downtown decorations, check out the gingerbread house contest entries, sing Christmas carols, grab a bite to eat from one of over 30 non-profit food vendors or do some Christmas gift shopping.

The Christmas Stroll is the place to find it all!

*4:00 PM

A ONE-WAY Hay Wagon Ride from the Bozeman Public Library to Rouse and Main Street.

4:00–7:30 PM

Wells Fargo (211 West Main Street) is displaying the 2014 Gingerbread House Contest entries and winners.

4:30 PM

Santa leaves the Emerson Center, meets the Hay Wagon at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Main Street, and leads the lighting ceremony down Main Street to Rouse Avenue

4:30–7:30 PM

Main Street is filled with over 30 food vendors raising money for local non-profit organizations, live music and carolers, and other festive activities.

4:30–7:30 PM

Downtown Businesses feature live music, free cocoa and cookies, and holiday fun of all sorts

4:30–7:30 PM

Visit the Live Nativity, MSU Drive Team Horses and additional activities on the corner of Rouse and Main Street!

4:30–7:30 PM

Visit Bridger Bowl located at South Bozeman Avenue to view ski films on a Big Inflatable Screen, and to learn about what’s new and what’s planned for this year’s ski season!

*5:00–7:30 PM

Round-trip Hay Wagon rides at Soroptimist Park (corner of Main and Rouse) along with complimentary “Hot Dr. Pepper” drinks provided by Lehrkind’s Coca Cola.

*5:00–7:30 PM

Santa Pictures at the Baxter Hotel located at 105 West Main Street.

Get one FREE picture through F-11 Photography.

*5:00–7:00 PM

Enjoy kid’s activities in the Baxter Ballroom while waiting for your picture with Santa

*5:00–7:30PM

Bozeman’s Symphonic Choir performs traditional Holiday Carols in the Baxter Ballroom.

*Denotes activities that require a 2014 Stroll Button for ONLY $4!

The Hay Wagon rides are a wonderful Christmas Stroll Tradition and (as indicated above) will be leaving from 2 “stops” located at Soroptimist Park and The Bozeman Public Library throughout the evening.

An additional thanks to all of our 2014 Hay Wagon Sponsors; House of Clean, Northwestern Energy, Brian Chisdak M.D., D.M.D. The Bozeman Public Library Foundation, The Natural Baby Company, First Interstate Bank, Sigma Nu Fraternity and Signs of Montana for providing this spirited activity.

Additional copies or access to the “Official” Christmas Stroll Program” can be found at www.dailychronicle. com, the Downtown Visitor Center at 8 East Main Street, First Security Bank’s Downtown Location, First Interstate Bank’s Downtown Location and at the Hay Wagon rides and Santa pictures during the event.

For more information about the 2014 Christmas Stroll, contact The Downtown Bozeman Association at 586-4008 or visit downtownbozeman.org

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Stroll In-Store and Additional Activities Note: ALL activities are 4:30-7:30pm unless otherwise indicated.

Alara Jewelry, 42 West Main St. Once again be featuring the Alara Elves in the front windows. Enjoy complimentary hot cider and sweets of the season.

Bangtail Bikes, 137 East Main St. MSU Cycling Team will be outside with fun ways you can help support Wounded Warriors Project.

The Baxter Hotel, 105 West Main St 5:00–7:00—Ornament making with the Motion Athletics Blaze All-Stars to support Montana Soldiers while waiting for your picture with Santa (sponsored by Ted’s Montana Grill)

5:00–7:30—The Bozeman Symphonic Choir performing in the upstairs Ballroom.

5:00–7:30—Pictures with Santa in the upstairs Ballroom (featuring one FREE picture brought to you by F-11 Photography). Also, enjoy kid’s activities and receive a Natural Baby Company zippered cloth snack bag complete with a little snack inside, in the Baxter Ballroom while waiting for your picture with Santa.

2:45—Hyalite Choir with Laurie Jo Howard 3:30—Morning Star Choir with Adrienne Reynolds 4:15—Longfellow Choir with Heidi Damjanovich 5:00—SMS Select Choir with Charlotte Colliver And, Lindley Perk Coffee Shop will have hot chocolate specials during the afternoon.

Brian Chisdak, M.D., D.M.D., at N. Black & East Main St. Let Dr. Chisdak fix your sweet tooth with some holiday treats!

Bridger Bowl, at S. Bozeman & East Main St. View ski films on a HUGE Inflatable Screen and to learn about what’s new and what’s planned for this year’s ski season!

Hattie Rex, 18 South Willson Ave. We will be serving delicious French press coffee with Irish cream. Enjoy the “Draw your own Ornament” station for children. Kids will be able to draw a picture and we will engrave it onto a metal holiday ornament!

The Lark Motel, 129 West Main Street (on the corner of Main St. & Grand Ave.) Learn more about the upcoming Bozeman Ice Climbing World Cup and the 18th Annual Bozeman Ice Festival, December 10–14 at the Emerson Cultural Center. Featuring a climbing wall and ice climbing on an inflatable screen.

Cactus Records, 29 W. Main St. Enjoy Live Music performances throughout the Stroll from local bands and DJ’s Calvary Chapel, in front of Eagles Club at 316 East Main St. 5:00–7:30—Live Nativity Scene with live animals and holiday carolers

Bozeman Optical, 118 East Main Street Festive windows filled with nostalgic Christmas trains. Step into a winter wonderland and warm up Champu Emporium, at 7 West Main with holiday drinks and nibbles for the family.

Enjoy treats, our Santa Elves and many ideas for Christmas gifts.

Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main St. 2:00–4:00—Make simple holiday tree ornaments in Country Bookshelf, 28 West Main St the Children’s Room; enjoy live young musicians in Enjoy the talents of the Kaleidoscope Youth the Large Conference Room: Theater’s Madrigal Singers while you browse.

2:00—BHS Kamerata Orchestra with Michael Outside, Country Bookshelf is pleased to host Certalic Bozeman High School student, Hannah Ruefer who is raising money for non-profits for her senior project.

The Co-op Downtown, 44 East Main St. Live music by Holler N’ Pine and enjoy complimentary Roasted Pumpkin Soup (using local pumpkins) and hot cider.

First Security Bank, 208 East Main St. 4:30–7:00—Enjoy free cookies and cider in front of the bank. The cookies benefit Harrison School.

4:30–7:30—The Gallatin County DUI Task Force will be handing out glow-in-the-dark wristbands to kids on the eastern sidewalk of the bank.

Lehrkind’s Coca Cola, at Rouse & Main St. Enjoy complimentary “Hot Dr. Pepper” drinks provided by Lehrkind’s Coca Cola and proceeds to support Venture Church.

Little Angels, 131 East Main St. Our official “Grand Opening Celebration” during the Stroll!

2:00–4:00—Enjoy Special guests Olaf and Elsa 2:00–7:00—Free apple cider, champagne and cake MercuryCSC, 22 S. Grand Ave. Located on the corner of Main Street and Grand Ave., around the corner from our offices. Join us for our

Annual “Pedal for Power” event as a fundraiser for HRDC’s Warming Center. The community is invited to pedal our bike trainers, make a pledge, and sip free hot “spiked” and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.

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Emerson Center for Arts & Culture Events All Stroll activities at the Emerson are free to the public, but participants are encouraged to purchase a Stroll button to support this popular annual community event.

The Bozeman Public Library Stroll Activities 2:00 BHS Kamerata Orchestra with Michael Certalic 2:45 Hyalite Choir with Laurie Jo Howard 3:30 Morning Star Choir with Adrienne Reynolds

Emerson Lobby: 1:00–2:00: Meet the 2014 Christmas Stroll Poster Artists Mark and Kelly Harro, signing Christmas Stroll posters.

4:15 Santa arrives and we escort him to the parade.

Emerson Ballroom • 12:30-4:15 PM All children are invited to join the fun with the Emerson’s delicious holiday tradition of Gingerbread House Building.

Please note, tickets are required for this event and they are only available on December 6th at the Emerson’s event check-in table.Parents must accompany and stay with their children in the Ballroom.

4:15 Longfellow Choir with Heidi Damjanovich 5:00 SMS Select Choir with Charlotte Colliver Lindley Perk Coffee Shop will have hot chocolate specials during the afternoon.

We will also make simple holiday tree ornaments in the Children’s Room from 2-4pm.

Heart and Hand Center • 12:30–4:15 Visit the Heart & Hand Center in studio 220 for hot cider and cookies Tripp Studio • 12:30–4:15 Make kids pony bead ornaments in studio 111 Alliance Française • 12:30–4:15 Selling crêpes-fair(e), sugar or chocolate crepes sale in front of the Emerson as well as Christmas Caroling in French Emerson Grill • 1:00–2:00 Decorate Christmas cookies in front of the Emerson Grill Emerson’s Crawford Theater: 1:30 seating begins • 2:00–3:00 free performance The Dance Alliance (DA), along with the Emerson Center, presents its fifth annual Christmas Stroll event, ‘Tis the Season, a free, collaborative production to complement Christmas Stroll in the true spirit of community giving.

Featured dance performances by Bozeman’s The Dance Center and Main Street Dance Theater, and Livingston’s Yellowstone Ballet Company. Each dance company will present selections from its holiday production: The Dance Center’s Nutcracker in a Nutshell; Main Street Dance Theatre’s T’was the Night Before Christmas; and Yellowstone Ballet Company’s community production of The Nutcracker.

Children of all ages will be “in the spirit”

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Stroll Street Vendors Name of Organization

Location at Stroll

(on Main St in front of business listed)

American Indian Council Legacy Art Gallery, 7 West Main St Boy Scout Troop #365 Bangtail Bikes, 137 East Main St Bozeman Masonic Lodge #18 F-11 Photography, 16 East Main St Construction Zone Youth Center/Blue Moose BBQ Bozeman Angler, 23 East Main St. E-Free Church Women’s Ministries/Big Sky Bakery Downtown Community Food Co-op, 44 East Main St. Engineers Without Borders First Security Bank, 208 East Main St Fin on Main/Gallatin Valley Food Bank Fin Restaurant, 211 East Main St. Gallatin County 4-H Rabbit Project Old Main Gallery and Framing, 129 East Main St. Gallatin County 4-H Teen Leadership and Eagles Club of Bozeman The Last Wind Up, 11 East Main St. Gallatin Empire Lions Club/Colombo’s Pizza US Bank, 104 East Main St Gallatin Valley Young Life/The Roost Indulgence, 121 East Main St. Headwaters Academy Owenhouse Ace Hardware, 36 East Main St HRDC Warming Center John Tester’s Office, 1 East Main Street Journey Church Owenhouse Ace Hardware, 36 East Main St Knights of Columbus Stylon, 18 East Main St MacKenzie River Pizza Company/Big Sky Youth Empowerment MacKenize River Pizza Company, 232 East Main St Montana Fish Company/Steelhead Awareness Movement Montana Fish Company, 119 East Main St Montana Student Nurses Association Nova Café, 312 East Main St. MSU Alpine Ski Team First Security Bank Loan Office, 222 East Main Street Pho Real/Bridger Bowl Pho Real, 242 East Main St. Plonk/THRIVE Plonk, 29 East Main St. Rendezvous Catering/Hopa Mountain Montana Fish Company, 119 East Main St. Sons of Norway Fin Restaurant, 211 East Main St. Southwest Montana Gardner’s Association Owenhouse Ace Hardware, 36 East Main St Ted’ Montana Grill Ted’s Montana Grill, 105 W. Main Street The Leaf & Bean/Eagle Mount The Leaf & Bean, 35 West Main St The Salvation Army Downtown Antiques, 105 West Main St. THRIVE/Darigold Heyday, 7 West Main St Venture Church Intersection of Main and Rouse Ave. Whistle Pig Korean/Gallatin Valley Food Bank Cannery, 43 West Main St.

Wild Joe*s Coffee/Craighead Institute Wild Joe’s Coffee, 18 West Main St.

Stroll Menu Items Fry Bread w/ Powder Sugar, Butter or Honey, Peppermint Hot Cocoa Christmas Scones, Hot Cocoa and Cider Hot Cocoa Tri-Tip Sandwiches, Wraps and Carne Asada Sandwiches Cookies, Caramel Corn, Caramels, Cake Truffles, Bobcat Claws, Turtles, Peppermint Sticks, Coffee, Hot Cocoa Kenyan Stew w/ Irio, Githen, Kenyan Pilau, Chapati (Kenyan Stew Meal) Drunken Cocktail Shrimp, Fried Oyster Sliders, Crab Gumbo Cotton Candy Fresh Christmas Tacos Italian Sausage on a Bun with Peppers and Onions, Hot Cider Chicken on a Stick, Hot Apple Cider, Boiled Peanuts Hot Cider, Coffee, packaged Cookies and Candies Hot Soup and Dessert ”Cookie Nachos” S’mores Indian Fry Bread Variety of Pizza Slices, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Sodas New England Seafood Chowder Homemade Crockpot Chili and Baked Goods Homemade Cookies and Baked Goods Soup Selections Hot and Tasty Holiday Beverages MT Best Meats and Bozeman Brewing Company Bratwursts, Candy Cane and Nutella Crepe Vikings on a Stick (breaded meatballs), Meatballs, Lefse Hot Coffee, Tea, Cocoa, Biscotti Chili, Hot Toddies and Hot Chocolate Christmas Blend Coffee, Hot Chocolate and Festive Treats from the Leaf & Bean Bakery Fresh Coffee and Hot Chocolate Darigold Holiday Egg Nog Hot Dr. Pepper’s Donated by Lehrkind’s Coca Cola Kimchi Jjigae (Kimchi Stew), Ddeokbokki (Spicy Korean Rice Cakes), Hoeddeok (Cinnamon and nut filled pastry), Mandu (dumplings) Bone Broth with Garlic Cheese Crostini, Hot Chocolate and Coffee

New Traditions, continued to be able to stay open through the cold season,” Chambers said. “We still don’t have enough money to stay open throughout the whole winter.”

The Warming Center is teaming up with the Community Cafe, another HRDC program, to run a booth at the Stroll. You may find Chambers there but crowds will definitely see him donning a tux and top hat during the Christmas Stroll parade standing right alongside Santa Claus as the first ever Master of Ceremonies.

Staley is also introducing the Bozeman Symphonic Choir as part of 2014’s new Christmas Stroll traditions. Jon Harney, the director of the choir is expecting over 25 carolers from his choir to participate in the show. The choir will sing on Santa’s sleigh as he lights the Main Street Christmas lights and will sing carols at the Baxter Hotel Ballroom from 5-7 p.m.

Christmas Stroll • December 6, 2014 In-Store Events, continued Mountain Lodge, 14 W. Main St. Enjoy complimentary wine while you shop.

MSU Drive Team, in front of the Eagles Club at 316 East Main St. View and pet our amazing team of MSU Drive horses. They are magnificent creatures!

Museum of the Rockies, at N. Bozeman and Main St. We’ll have a photo booth with the MoR Mascot, Rocky Rex, so be prepared to get a family photo taken. Complimentary holiday goodies.

Plonk, 29 East Main St. Hot and tasty holiday beverages.

Rocky Mountain Rug Gallery, 201 E. Main 10:00–8:00—4th Annual Winter Showcase hosted by S.L.A.M.

Sassy Sisters, 9 East Main St. Enjoy drinks and goodies while you shop in our winter wonderland Schnee’s Boots & Shoes, 35 East Main St. 4:00–5:00—Meet the Bernese Mountain Dogs who assemble in the store during the Stroll 5:00—Enjoy sounds of the Methodist Brass Band 6:00—Enjoy the Dos Mayos Christmas Acoustic Studio 13, 9 East Main St., Suite B Holiday boutique will be open to browse and shop. Warm cider, cocoa and Christmas cookies.

Taco del Sol, 17 South Tracy Ave Serving complimentary Mexican hot chocolate.

Ted’s Montana Grill, 105 West Main St. 5:00–7:00—Join Ted’s Montana Grill and the Motion Athletics Blaze All-Star Cheerleaders to make ornaments while waiting in line for pictures with Santa! For every ornament we collect on our tree, make a donation to support Montana Soldiers and we will give each kid a Free Appetizer Loyalty card from Ted’s Montana Grill.

Townshend’s Teahouse, 402 East Main St. Specialty drinks and baked goods; peppermint hot chocolate, spiced apple latte, currant scones and cookies with 10% of the proceeds benefitting the Bozeman Chapter Society for the Blind. Novelty teapots on sale, also to The Bozeman Chapter Montana Society for the Blind.

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Universal Athletic, 25 West Main St. Cookies and cocoa. We will also have a donation jar available and any donations will be given to Hope for the Holiday’s to help purchase toys for children.

US Bank, 104 East Main St. Manhattan Christian School will be located on the sidewalk with information about their upcoming fundraising activities and live caroling.

Wells Fargo Bank, 211 West Main St. Check out the Annual Gingerbread Contest Winners and Entries! Enjoy complimentary drinks and treats.

Zocalo Coffee, 117 E. Main “The Mobile Gallery” featuring Artwork by MSU student artists.

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