Bozeman Magazine October 2023

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OCTOBER 2023 - VOLUME 17.5

Cover Artist: Matthew Macoy Costumes & Cocktails Halloween 2024 Bozeman’s Choice Voting is Live

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IN THIS ISSUE / FEATURES OCTOBER 2023 - VOLUME 17.5 8 / LETTER TO EDITOR BZN MAYORAL CANDIDATES - J MEYER, J MORRISON 10 / VISUAL ARTS COVER SHOT - MATTHEW MACOY 12 / GV REAL ESTATE BOZEMAN RE MARKET REPORT - T FORD 14 / FOOD & DRINKS GHOST TOWN COFFEE ROASTERS - T OWENS 18 / SCREEN & STAGE CLOUDSPOTTER - A RIPPLE 21 / MONTANA MUSIC COSTUMES & COCKTAILS - B RIPPLE 710 ASHBURY AT THE FILLING STATION KITCHEN DWELLERS NYE - R TORRES 26 / LIVING LOCAL THE WORK OF KATHLEEN JOHNS - R FANUZZI 3 GHOST STORIES OF SW MONTANA - L BISCHOFF ATROCITY MOST FOUL - R PHILLIPS 25 / SUN SIGN HOROSCOPE BLACK ROSE SPIRITUAL CENTER - DR NIKKI 36 / REC & HEALTH NATURES OPULENT DISPLAY OF FALL COLORS - K WALCHECK FRIGHTS & FUN ALL OVER BOZEMAN - J MONTALBANO TOP 10 HALLOWEEN MUST-WATCHES - M FAGIN 46 / GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR - SPONSORSHIP AVAIL. WWW.BOZEMANMAGAZINE.COM/EVENTS

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EDITOR’S NOTE

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OCTOBER 2023 - VOLUME 17.5 PUBLISHER CASEN CREATIVE SALES MANAGER, EDITOR ANGIE RIPPLE PRODUCTION MANAGER, MUSIC EDITOR BRIAN RIPPLE COVER ARTIST MATTHEW MACOY PHOTOGRAPHY GALLATIN HISTORY MUSEUM, BRIAN RIPPLE, MATTHEW

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ctober is one of my favorite months of the year; the crisp autumn air, apple picking, haunted houses, trick or treating, and Bozeman’s Choice voting all add up to a very good month. Each October in Bozeman Magazine we aim to tell some scary stories, to point out some things you may have missed, and to give you the biggest and most accurate events calendar in Southwest Montana. We also facilitate our yearly readers’ poll: Bozeman’s Choice! In this issue, you can be the judge in the 1889 death of Catherine Walter, identify three known places of supernatural activity, discover Bozeman’s finest fall drinks, get caught up on all things Halloween, dive into the backstory of Ghost Town Coffee Roasters, and enjoy much more!

When you’ve finished reading the magazine, you can visit us online to vote in the 9th annual Bozeman’s Choice Readers’ Poll.

Simply create an account on our site, or log in if you’ve voted in years past. Beginning October 1 and ending November 8, hundreds of local businesses will be vying for the #1 slot and the honor of being deemed Bozeman’s Choice.

ALL of the Bozeman’s Choice content is reader-added. If the business, band, event, or trail you want to vote for isn’t already in the poll, you can add it yourself. In turn, others will be able to vote for it, too. If you are motivated to become a Bozeman’s Choice winner, the best way to win is to ask for votes, without bribing anyone!

A social media post linking to your question is a super easy way to ask for votes. Include the poll in your newsletter, create a QR code linking to yourself in the poll, and add it to table toppers or flyers for your business. Tell your friends about the poll and ask them to vote. Logos for 2024 and downloadable content are available on our website. It will take effort on your part, but a victory to be touting all year is a great reward.

After the poll has closed, we work rapidly to reach out to the top three vote-getters for each question, and in January we release the results online and in a printed Bozeman’s Choice Annual Guide that is distributed throughout the year at key Bozeman locations.

As we watch the leaves fall and votes flow in, we’ll be working to bring you more local content and connect you to local events that ignite your passions, get you outside, and connect you to the greater Bozeman community.

Thank you for reading Bozeman Magazine and sharing your votes with us! Z

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CONTRIBUTORS

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ANGIE RIPPLE - PUBLISHER Angie makes Bozeman Magazine happen all while wrangling her three children and adventuring with her husband and living the dream.

BRIAN RIPPLE - PUBLISHER Brian enjoys camping with friends and family, and running sound for live events and bands. He’s an artist, dog lover, and music editor of this magazine.

CYNTHIA LOGAN - COPY EDITOR Cynthia Logan has been a freelance writer and editor for nearly three decades. She assists individuals and corporations to further their branding.

NIKKI JUDGE - HOROSCOPE Nikki is a spiritual counselor and life coach who is happily serving those who have chosen a solo spiritual path.

MARS FAGIN - LIVING LOCAL A Senior at GHS, Mars Fagin enjoys writing in his free time. He is a member of the cheer squad, and dedicates the majority of his time to bettering himself in these two areas.

LESLIE M GILMORE - LIVING LOCAL A preservation architect based in Gallatin Gateway. She is an advocate for many architectural genres, as they each represent a place in time that had meaning for those who experienced it.

JOSEPH MONTALBANO - REC Joseph Montalbano is a student at Montana State University, majoring in English and History. He hopes to continue his work in the online blogging space.

PHIL KNIGHT - REC & HEALTH Wilderness explorer, guide, author and shameless agitator.

Lived in Bozeman with his wife since the 80s, traveled to 7 continents, and seen some crazy stuff.

STEVE KIRCHOFF - OPINION Steve Kirchhoff, 59, is an instructor in MSU’s English and Political Science departments and has been a teacher for 31 years. He lives in Bozeman, his hometown, with his wife Colette.

STEVE McGANN - RECREATION Steve McGann has lived in Bozeman since the 1970s. Now retired, he is trying to finally use his history degrees. Or he is in the hills.

TIM FORD - REAL ESTATE Tim Ford is a Broker / Realtor® with Bozeman Broker Real Estate in Bozeman Montana.

RACHEL PHILLIPS - HISTORY Rachel Phillips is the Research Coordinator at the Gallatin History Museum in Bozeman.

KELLY NICHOLSON - RECREATION Kelly is an adventurer, singer, outdoor educator, and book hoarder.

KEN WALCHECK - RECREATION Ken Walcheck is a Bozeman resident, and a retired Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks Information Wildlife Biologist.

CRYSTAL ALEGRIA - HISTORY Crystal Alegria is the Director of The Extreme History Project.

KATHLEEN JOHNS - MT MUSIC Kathleen Johns is the owner/ founder of Mantra located in Bozeman, MT. Kathleen holds a degree in English Literature from MSU/Bozeman and is an avid high altitude gardener.

OLIVIA MITCHELL - FOOD & DRINKS Olivia Mitchell is an avid skier, hiker, and former ballerina who is currently serving the Bozeman community as a licensed Realtor, at eXp Realty.

TAYLOR OWENS - FOOD & DRINKS Taylor Owens is a writer, editor, and videographer based in Bozeman. She spends her days running in the sun, playing in the snow, or on the hunt for the best breakfast all across the West.

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LETTER TO EDITOR

MEET TWO BOZEMAN MAYOR CANDIDATES

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ozeman has been taken hostage by developers. We need a new mayor who can take control of the situation and end the unspoken policy of growth at all costs. People want to live in Bozeman for the high quality of life, not the sprawling subdivisions that are gobbling up our farm land and lack basic infrastructure like public transportation. The status quo is not sustainable.

This may come as no surprise to longtime residents, but the City of Bozeman is facing a water crisis. City bulletins state we’re looking at water shortages in the next ten years, but City Commissioners continue to approve unnecessary developments.

Bozeman should not be asking its residents to water their lawns less if it is going to rely on that water to continue approving development of second homes. This raises the fundamental difference between wants and needs. In times of crisis, we must focus on satisfying our needs, not our wants. By declaring a water crisis, the City of Bozeman can prioritize how we allocate our remaining water resources. Approving development of housing for people that work in Bozeman is a need. Approving development of second homes is not.

The City of Bozeman needs to become transparent in how it determines water availability. The sources of water that Bozeman relies upon — Bozeman Creek and the Hyalite Reservoir — are surface waters; they depend upon snowpack for replenishment.

Bozeman’s third source of water, Lyman Creek, is primarily spring-fed but only accounts for 20% of our water supply. Science is saying we’ll see less snow in the future,

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and that precipitation is going to come in the form of rain, meaning less snowpack, and water later in the summer. The City may acquire more water rights, but it cannot make more snow. The cost for this oversight will fall on city residents and taxpayers, not developers, sooner rather than later. The only way to move forward is to look forward. That means accounting for climate change.

The next mayor should not be approve any new development until it is confirmed we have an adequate supply of water available for current residents five, ten, and twenty years from now. Thus far, the City has refused to release its water availability analysis. Does the City take into consideration climate change, growth rates, and changes in form of precipitation before approving developments? Why doesn’t the City make this analysis publicly available? Development should stop until there is transparency to ensure that the health, safety, and welfare of current residents is protected.

Bozeman’s municipal code allows developers to pay the city cash to tap into our water supplies instead of bringing new water for their proposed developments. Due to the ongoing effects of climate change in Montana, developers are paying for access to water that simply won’t exist in the future.

The City needs to end the practice of accepting cash in lieu of bringing its own water. As the next Mayor, I’ll work to end this loophole and others like it.

The Bozeman City Manager has confirmed our city has begun conversations about building a pipeline to Canyon Ferry to steal water from the reservoir to continue developing. That is unsustainable. The City

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of Bozeman needs to learn to live within its means, not take water from a reservoir more than fifty miles away to feed an insatiable growth machine. The secret is out that Montana is the last best place. As more and more people call Bozeman home, we need to be honest in confronting limitations. At some point, we have to admit that what we’re doing is not working any more. That time is now.

The Montana Constitution provides every Montanan with the right to a clean and healthy environment. The City of Bozeman is violating its residents’ constitutional rights to a healthful environment by failing to ensure current residents have adequate water five or ten years from now. By ensuring water is one of Bozeman’s highest priorities, the next mayor can control growth, development, and density, while retaining the energy and excitement that draws so many people here. Z John Meyer is a practicing environmental attorney in Bozeman. He is suing the Yellowstone Club for violations of the Clean Water Act, and is running for mayor to make Bozeman the most sustainable town on the planet. meyerformayor.com

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LETTER TO EDITOR

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y name is Joey Morrison, and I’m a social worker and community organizer running for Mayor of Bozeman. I am also honored to have the endorsement of Bozemanites fighting for change: former mayor Carson Taylor, local leader and organizer Jan Strout, Rep. Alice Buckley, former Congressional candidate Cora Neumann (MT-01), and local grassroots organizations like Bozeman Tenants United and the Sunrise Movement.

In this election, we want to talk with you, face to face. We’ve been out asking our neighbors an important question: Do you like the direction Bozeman is going in? We’ve knocked on thousands of doors and one thing has become clear: it feels like we’re all losing the Bozeman we love. I want to share why I hope to earn your vote on November 7th.

I grew up in Montana, one of three children raised by our single mother who has spent her entire life as a nurse. We struggled to get by, and my story is one that so many working Montanans know. From an early age, I was shown the way Montanans do things.

We work hard, we know our neighbors, and we give each other a helping hand when we need them.

As a student at MSU, I learned what it meant to choose between paying for rent and paying for my tuition. I had to work full-time to get myself through school, balancing working nights at the Warming Center and being a student by day. I gave back to this community because I found my voice here, I found my purpose, and I decided this is the community where I want to spend the rest of my life.

It’s those experiences that led me to give back to the community. I’ve had the honor of serving Bozeman in a variety of ways, from answering phones for the local suicide crisis line, serving as a rapid response case manager during the 2022 Yellowstone flooding, to working with crisis centers like the Warming Center and Haven, and community organizing. Responding to neighbors in crisis is the work I’ve dedicated myself to.

I am running for Mayor of Bozeman

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because I’ve experienced first-hand the challenges that we all face. Today, Bozeman is in crisis. From housing insecurity and mismanaged growth to climate vulnerability. We need a local government that is responsible, responsive, and bold. We need a mayor who takes on today what threatens us tomorrow.

I am running so we can build a Bozeman where seniors don’t get priced out of their homes, renters don’t have to worry about where they’ll live next month, young families can afford to raise their kids in a safe community, small businesses can grow, and local government works for you - not out-of-state investors.

We need to explore every possible option to secure housing for the people who live here and build the housing we needed yesterday, not rubber-stamp luxury apartments.

We need to strictly hold every development to our water conservation needs, not pipe in water from another region. We need to take real, data-driven, and research-based steps to address homelessness in Bozeman, not kicking our neighbors while they’re down.

As mayor, I’ll ensure that city hall has the backs of everyday, working Bozemanites who make this community run. We’re facing tough challenges, and we need to be having the tough conversations together, as a community, not relegated to online forums and angry letters to the editor. Our elected officials are uniquely positioned to lead our community around these important dialogues, and as your mayor, I’m excited and eager to lead them.

So, do you like the direction Bozeman is going in? This community is made up of people from all walks of life. We have different opinions, worldviews, pastimes and hobbies, perspectives and experiences. But what binds us all together is this beautiful place we call home.

That’s the Bozeman I am fighting for, and I am excited to invite you to join this fight with me - so we can build a better Bozeman together. M

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COVER ARTIST

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atthew Macoy is a Bozeman-based photographer and educator, teaching photography courses at MSU and leading a small visual production company in the Gallatin Valley. Originally from Denver, CO, Matt grew up incorporating photography into his day-to-day life from an early age, and always displayed an unceasing passion for the outdoors. This wanderlust is what eventually brought him to Bozeman to pursue a BA from Montana State and begin establishing a community. His deep appreciation for the outdoors is reflected in his involvement in Montana’s world-class outdoor recreation: biking, skiing, backpacking, hunting, and fishing. Matt serves as an Access Ambassador for the Public Land and Water Association (PLWA), advocating for public land protections. He is also a volunteer ski patroller at Big Sky. Macoy’s work, which has been displayed in shows and galleries across the western U.S. and published in several periodicals, covers a wide range of photographic genres. At its core, his undying love for nature is evident in his art, both subjectively and conceptually. As an environmental photographer, Matt depicts, indirectly and directly, issues facing our society and its relationship to the outdoors. As a fine art artist, Matthew’s primary goal is to communicate the principle of unity between man and nature, and to explore the visual beauty in the world we share. His work also strives to evoke a sense of bewilderment, and to invite viewers to reconsider their position in the cosmos. Exploring a plethora of moods and motifs in his work, Macoy utilizes both large format film and digital media — including photo and video — to capture scenes in rich black and white as well as in vivid color.

Macoy’s work has taken him far and wide, across the U.S. and to several foreign countries, which has given him the opportunity to convey the stories of novel places to his audience.

Continuing forward, Matthew intends to keep traveling, discovering new places and lifestyles to photograph, and building a community from his home here in Bozeman. Y

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BOZEMAN FALL REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE Tim Ford – Real Estate Broker

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hat an incredible summer it’s been in the Gallatin Valley. A plentiful number of late summer showers kept things green and beautiful. But the cool nights and crisp air demonstrate that fall is here. Let us take a quick look at the market and at some fall maintenance items.

For homeowners, fall is a great time to look around and take care of any needed maintenance items before winter comes. Furnaces, boilers, and heating systems should have regular maintenance including changing filters to ensure they’re operating at peak efficiency.

Fireplaces & wood stoves should also be maintained to ensure they are operating safely.

Having the chimney swept is an inexpensive way to prevent fires.

Perhaps more important than leaf clean up in the yard is leaf clean up in the gutters. As snow melts off the roof, clogged gutters can lead to ice dams among other problems. Giving water a clear path out and away from the home is crucial.

One of the most important items is to drain and disconnect exterior hoses from the hose bib or faucet to prevent freezing pipes. If you own a rental property, it’s a good idea to remind your tenants to do the same.

Underground irrigation systems will have to be winterized as well, usually by a professional with a large air compressor.

Replacing worn or missing caulking around windows and doors is one of the least expensive maintenance items and can prevent

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many future issues including moisture infiltration and heat loss.

Fall is in the air, and with a few hours on a weekend, you can ensure your home is ready for the changing seasons. As for the Real Estate market, a quick look at the numbers shows that this year has been fairly similar to last year. The overall number of sales is essentially level, with 483 sales this year versus 481 sales in the first 8 months of last year. Pricing is up every so slightly.

Back in July, when we looked at the first half of this year versus the first half of last year, it seemed like pricing might be starting to come down. However, median sold pricing is now up slightly with a 2.2% increase over this same time last year.

In addition to the 483 homes sold during this time period, another 93 home sales are currently pending, or under contract, as of the date of writing this article. Similar to the overall number of sales year to date, this number is very close to last year when 92 homes were pending at this time.

The included data reflects sales of homes in the greater Bozeman area, including Four Corners, Gallatin Gateway, Bridger Canyon, and Bozeman city limits. The data includes home sales reported through the local Big Sky Country MLS and does not include private party sales, Condominiums, or Townhouses. S Tim Ford is a Realtor® with Bozeman Brokers Real Estate in Bozeman Montana.

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host Town Coffee Roasters has been a Bozeman staple for many years, known for their delicious roasts and brews at two cafe locations. An essential third space for coffee lovers to congregate over drinks is in the works.

Ghost Town is a worthwhile pit spot before your upcoming fall adventures. I sat down with Ghost Town’s owner, Chad Kimm, and their marketing/community relations coordinator, Jessie Solon, over coffee to discuss the cafes and roastery.

TAYLOR OWENS: How was Ghost Town conceptualized?

CHAD KIMM: I would say it was a desire to own our own business and combine it with a passion for coffee and community. Bringing people together for coffee and sitting across the table from each other. So really, it was an entrepreneurial itch I had to scratch to create a business and use coffee as a vehicle for that. I love everything about the coffee business, from the agriculture end to drinking coffee together at the very end of the process.

TO: How long have you been at the Bridger Center location?

CK: We’ve been here for a little over six years. We’ve been in business for 18. We started doing wholesale specifically only for the first 10 or 11 years. Our original roasting location was out in Belgrade for about three or four years, then we moved into Bozeman

just off Rouse for wholesale roasting. We moved here about six years ago and opened our first actual retail cafe location of our own.

But most of our business is still wholesale distribution to other coffee shops, cafes, grocery stores, and offices.

equally as inviting for neighborhood people to enter. It’s not hidden inside the apartment complex; anybody who walks by or lives in that neighborhood can come and visit. That’s an important part of our community aspect.

TO: Do you have a specific drink and food item that regulars keep coming back for?

TO: What would you like people to experience when they walk through your doors?

CK: For us, it’s just about embracing our community and keeping people engaged with each other. We want to make sure that the moment people walk in the door they’re greeted and asked how their day is. And it’s all about just being good people to each other. That’s really what the basis of our business is, and that’s what we want. That’s what we want to happen when people walk in our door. Just being good to one another.

TO: Was the Olive Street location intentionally placed for the community that’s above it?

CK: It was not. The developer of that building (ironically, it’s the same developer that’s building our third location’s building) approached us about wanting a local coffee shop in that building. We weren’t necessarily looking for it, but it’s been a good relationship with them. We’ve had nothing but positive interactions with Homebase, which is the development company that originally built the building. So they really just wanted a local coffee shop, a community gathering place in that building. The nice thing about both of these locations is that they are

CK: We have a lot of regular people that come in, and oftentimes our crew will recognize them walking in the door, and they’ll have that drink out on the counter before they even get to the cash register. As far as anything specific, I think we’d have to consult with our cafe crew.

TO: And for food items, do you do a rotation?

CK: We do some rotation, but we also try to keep some specific things on the shelf all the time. We realize that people are creatures of habit, and we want to make sure that there are the same offerings, high-quality stuff that we can keep on the shelf. That’s always been a bit of a challenge for us to try to figure out the balance between coffee shop, fair food, then going on to the next step with a full restaurant. We don’t have a full restaurant kitchen to prepare stuff, but we’re continuing to make improvements on that and hopefully we’ll be able to find that balance of getting just enough equipment in our kitchen area over here to keep high quality, diverse food. continued on next page

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TO: Do you have a personal favorite menu item? What is your go-to drink?

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CK: As far as drinks, honestly, for me, the heart and soul of what I started, we started this business of being coffee roasters, specifically. So we roast all of our own coffee. I don’t roast nearly as much coffee as I used to. We have some other great people on our staff who do that now. But for me, coming back, I’ve roasted a lot of coffee in my day, but just tasting regular old drip coffee, filtered drip coffee, has always been my favorite. So I can actually not only do some quality control, but taste the difference. Why this blend tastes different than in Ethiopia or Colombia or wherever else it’s coming from.

JESSIE SOLON: So what I’ve been drinking at home, which I’m absolutely loving, is I’m preparing my coffee as a cold brew with a splash of coconut water instead of just regular water, and a little bit of oat milk, and it is amazing. Outside of that, I just stick with the straight brewed coffee. It’s easy. I like it.

Whether it be hot or cold [outside], we do a lot of cold-brewed coffee.

TO: Do you have a favorite roast at the moment?

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CK: I think for me, once again, it goes back to my coffee roasting history. But I get that question a lot. For me, it kind of revolves around what new fresh crop coffees are coming in. Coffee is an agricultural product, just like the wheat, barley, and potatoes grown around here. But we tend to get fresh coffees harvested once a year, much like wheat and barley. Right now, we’re looking towards getting some nicer, unique Central American coffees [from growers]we have relationships with. My favorite coffees tend to be what is new and coming in that we can experiment with: test, sample, and taste.

TO: What would you say makes you unique in the local food scene?

CK: I think as far as... there are obviously a lot of different coffee shops out there. We’re just starting with the fact that we do roast our own coffee. We can actually control the quality of how it’s roasted and how it’s packaged, and we send it to our customers. I guess I’m thinking more like on the wholesale side versus our retail-owned cafes. But all of the stuff we do on the wholesale side works its way into our own retail cafe locations, as well. I think what makes us unique here is that we can not only provide this really highquality, specialty coffee but, on the wholesale side, we distribute lots of other things, like equipment, and we do sales and service of equipment. I guess if you were to narrow

it down to something more unique for our retail cafe locations, once again, we’ve been in this business a long time. We’ve seen that there’s a lot of hipster coffee out there, for lack of a better way to describe it. We’re always wanting to fight against being too hip with our coffee. We want to make sure it’s approachable, that anybody can walk in the door and feel comfortable just getting a cup of black drip coffee, or anything high-end… a latte, or anything like that. That’s always been a focus of ours, making sure that we are community-oriented and very approachable for our local retail customers to come in and not only get a good product, but also feel like they’re a part of the community.

TO: What do you personally enjoy most about being part of the Greater Bozeman community?

CK: Once again, I think it kind of comes down to that community thing. I think we’ve, especially with Covid and the subsequent years, we’ve lost a lot of face-to-face community things. We want to make sure, not only with our customers, but with our coworkers, that we have a comfortable relationship with any person. It could be our competitors across town. I think coffee is the most communal beverage that’s consumed in the world, and we take that very seriously. We want to make sure that what we’re doing not only justifies everything else that happens in that community prior to us receiving the coffee;

when we get it, making sure that we are honoring it. It might sound a little cheesy, but we honestly feel like we are honoring the journey of the coffee just by making sure that we represent it properly and keep our community together. I’m a native. I was born in Bozeman. So, with all the new people coming in all the time, I think it’s honestly great. But as we grow bigger and bigger, the sense of community gets less and less. We’re here to embrace and make sure that we are trying to maintain that community.

JS: We have two taglines. Our secondary tagline is the spirit of community. It’s a huge foundational piece of Ghost Town. I’ll say just from my involvement here, just witnessing how Chad and Clarissa run the business, they’re very community-focused in supporting different non-profit organizations and other businesses here in Bozeman. So, it goes beyond just the social interactions, which is a huge foundational piece, but also, supporting different events with brewed coffee outside of the cafe. And it’s beyond sponsorships. It’s really beautiful to witness.

He really stands by what he’s saying here.

CK: I think probably as far as our community stuff, we are opening our third location. It’s not too far. It’s two blocks north of Main Street instead of two blocks south of Main Street, which is pretty much our Black Olive location, so they’re not too far from each other. That’s probably one of our bigger Bozeman-local things we are trying to promote. It’s a part of what they call the One 11 Building on North Willson and Beall.

We should mention something about Ryan’s brewing classes and things, too. Before Covid, we would offer pretty regular community education classes. One of our lead baristas... officially, we call him our retail coffee director, actually keeps track of the quality of the coffee that we’re serving to our customers, and makes sure that our baristas are trained properly. He’s been hosting a brewing methods class that has been really popular. So things like that are just fun little community things that we’re continuing to do monthly.

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CK: The reason Jessie is sitting here is because she’s officially our community relations coordinator. So we have her in charge of making sure that we are being good stewards of our community with our business.

TO: Do you have anything coming up that

you would want readers to know about?

Taylor Owens is a writer, editor, and videographer based in Bozeman. She spends her days running in the sun, playing in the snow, or hunting for the best breakfast all across the West.

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loud Appreciation Society founder, author and ‘namer of clouds,’ Gavin Pretor-Pinney will be beating a path to the Big Skies of Bozeman on Wednesday, October 11th at 7pm, for a talk about cloudspotting in the Museum of the Rockies’ Hager Auditorium.

Cloudspotting with the Cloud Appreciation Society is an illustrated tour of the skies featuring a collection of stunning photography, sourced from Society members around the world, including local members of the society based in Montana.

An enlightening and entertaining speaker (whose TED Talk about clouds has been viewed nearly 1.4 million times on YouTube), Pretor-Pinney will describe some of the many varied and dramatic cloud formations around the world, what they tell us about the atmosphere, and ourselves, and the cameo role they’ve played throughout the history of art and literature. His Bozeman lecture will lean into Montanans having “a front row seat for the sublime majesty of the sky.”

Headquartered in England, the Cloud Appreciation Society has 62,000 members in 120 countries. Pretor-Pinney is the author of the best-selling Cloud Collector’s Handbook (2009), and A Cloud A Day, published

by Chronicle Books (2021) and available at local book stores.

“The digital age conspires to make us feel busier than ever,” says Pretor-Pinney.

“Cloudspotting, by contrast, is an activity that legitimizes doing nothing. We need excuses to do nothing! Happiness comes

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not from a desperate search for stimulation elsewhere but from finding what is intriguing, surprising and ‘exotic’ in the everyday stuff around us. You don’t need to cross the world to be amazed. You just need to step outside and look up every now and then, as if you’re seeing the sky for the first time.

When the sky puts on a show, you just have to be prepared to pause what you are doing and engage with it,” he adds. “Looking up is an easy, free way to detox from the pressures of the digital world,” he quips.

Part of a tour of the U.S. organized with the help of members of the Society, Bozeman is Pretor-Pinney’s only stop in Montana. Bozeman resident Maggie Clark coordinated the Bozeman leg, and says

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she’s delighted with the interactive way the Society works: “It’s a fun community to be part of, whether your interest in clouds is scientific, or more emotional and artistic, or both!”

Area residents are invited to submit their favorite cloud images in advance for discussion. Send JPG or PNG images to: events@cloudappreciationsociety.org. Include your name, and an image caption including location, plus an email address.

Tickets are $10 - $15 ($10 for students) and can be purchased at: https://bozemancloudspotting.eventbrite.com More information is available at: https://cloudappreciationsociety.org D

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A COSTUMES AND COCKTAILS HALLOWEEN

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alloween is a holiday observed in many countries the week of October 31, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Saints’ Day and is dedicated to remembering the dead, including saints (hallows), martyrs, and all the hard departed. One theory holds that many Halloween traditions were influenced by Celtic harvest festivals, particularly the Gaelic festival Samhain, which are believed to have pagan roots. Some go further and suggest that Samhain may have been Christianized as All Hallow’s Day, along with its eve, by the early Church.

Other academics believe Halloween began solely as a Christian holiday, being the vigil of All Hallow’s Day. Celebrated in Ireland and Scotland for centuries, Irish and Scottish immigrants took many Halloween customs to North America in the 19th century, and then through American influence Halloween had spread to other countries by the late 20th and early 21st century.

Bourbon (515 W Aspen St, Bozeman) will be this years location for the inaugural Cocktails & Costumes Halloween Party. The Ornery Jacks and Matt Wallin & His Nervous Breakdown will both play a full set of music, and the dance floor will be packed with spooky ghosts and goblins doing the Monster Mash. If you haven’t been there yet, Bourbon takes you to that place in your heart where your friends and family live. It’s the backyard of your Uncle who used to live down South and picked up some sort of barbecue magic that no one else can ever seem to learn.

It’s the memories of camping up Brackett Creek in high school with a bit more class and much better booze. It’s the music and the food and the laughter when the sun’s just setting after floating the Madison. It’s the deep happiness of a day spent with the whole family and the bit of rowdiness that happens once the kids have been sent to bed. And thanks to Bourbon, it’s always there and there’s someone else doing the cleanup.

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When your drink comes you’ll know that you’re in a place where a good cocktail is appreciated but not over complicated, and where it’s not just a beer you’re drinking—it’s the right beer, in the right place, in the right company, with the right food on the way. When dinner is served you’ll taste the fun and the love, the memories of a Montana lifetime and of road trips through Alabama and Tennessee in every bite.

Growing up a few miles south of the Canadian border in rural North Dakota, MATT WALLIN (AND HIS NERVOUS BREAKDOWN) tell stories about the trials and hardships of rural farm life and oil boom towns to starting a family and following your own path, wherever that leads you.

Their album Ravens’ songs paint visual pictures, with writing that reflect the character of Mike Cooley, Corb Lund, Waylon Jennings and Vic Chestnutt. Songs you can see when you hear them.

The Bozeman-based Irish Alt-rock group THE ORNERY JACKS have been playing in Bozeman for the past five years (more like fifteen years if you count their old band, The BoozeHounds). Comprised of drums, two lead guitars, bass, and a newly added accordion, The Ornery Jacks are Bozeman’s only Irish pub band. Perfect for a rowdy night of dancing, The Ornery Jacks are known to always put on a rocking show for everyone in attendance.

These spooky local bands have had the opportunity to share the stage with the likes of Reckless Kelly, Jerry Joseph, Corb Lund, and Hayes Carll to name a few, as well as preforming at the Sweet Pea Festival, Vigilante Music Festival, Prairie-Palooza and Yellowstone Harvest Festival, and Moods of the Madison Festival.

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s far as Montana bands go, 710 Ashbury is fast becoming a fan favorite and is on its way to official cult status. The unique lineup is made up of members John Chart on guitar. A deadhead since his early teens Chart has been enthralled by Garcia’s style for years. He is forever in search of THAT tone that typifies the Garcia sound. It’s been a life-long dream to find the right personel to put together a Grateful Dead cover band...then along came the guys in 710. Chart can’t play like Garcia and he’s not willing to cut

off a finger to see if that would help...but his playing will make you think of Garcia and hopefully put a smile on your face.

Eric McEwen is taking over the hot seat at the keys. Eric is a Helena native that has recently returned from a stint on the east coast. Eric is a DeadHead, a masterful keyboard player and well versed in the Jam Band scene. His own project, Skyfoot, has released 4 albums and toured extensively throughout New England.

Helena is very pleased to have him back and 710 is very happy he’s joined the group.

Chris Heisel plays bass. Chris performs in many groups in Helena for obvious reasons…the man can play! Over our many years together, Chris has immersed himself in The Grateful Dead and knows Lesh’s playing quite well. He loves the challenge of taking on Lesh’s role in these tunes but sorry folks he just won’t play with a pick!

Tim Borsberry is on drums. Tim has played drums around Helena for years. This is his first venture into the Grateful Dead world, but Tim has enthusiastically jumped right into the deep end of the pool. He’s enjoying the music and the challenge of holding down a job normally occupied by 2 drummers...and doing one helluva job of it.

Though the traditional Grateful Dead lineup had a couple more people, 710 Ashbury definitely understands the feeling and meanings of the all the songs, leaving dance floors full of happy, sweaty, smiling faces wherever they play. So if you’re looking for a top notch (group of people) Dead tribute band in Montana, think 710 Ashbury...where the Dead Live.

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KITCHEN DWELLERS NEW YEARS EVE RUN Logjam Presents

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ontana’s own galaxygrass favorites, Kitchen Dwellers, will return to Missoula for their biggest New Year’s Eve extravaganza yet, performing an intimate VIP show at the Top Hat on Friday, December 29th, followed by two shows at The Wilma on Saturday, December 30th and New Years Eve, Sunday, December 31st!

The VIP show at the Top Hat on December 29th will only be available for “Three Day Pass” ticket holders so if you want to go to all three shows, please get your tickets ASAP. This will be an Evening with the Kitchen Dwellers — no opener. The VIP package will include a commemorative ticket.

The following show at The Wilma on December 30th (Night 2) will feature an opening set from folk outfit The Last Revel. The NYE proper show on December 31st (Night 3) will be another Evening with the Kitchen Dwellers featuring three whole sets of KD taking us into 2024. Single night tickets will be available for Night two and Night three. A “Wilma Two Night Pass” will also be available which grants you access to both Night two and Night three.

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For over a decade, the Kitchen Dwellers have steadily become one of the most exciting bluegrass bands in the scene, consistently touring across the US, growing their dedicated fanbase. Formed in Bozeman, Kitchen Dwellers returned to their roots in 2022 for a 2-night NYE stand at The ELM and followed again in February 2023 for another 2-night stand that completely sold out — a testament to their incredible fanbase, the Dishpit.

The Dwellers have played a bunch of concerts across the state (photos), and are especially near and dear to many Missoulians hearts. Although the band is from Bozeman, their return to the Top Hat is very special, having played some of the first shows in the renovated venue back in 2013.

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When the Kitchen Dwellers aren’t blowing minds on stage, they’ve kept busy in the studio, releasing their 3rd full-length studio album, Wise River, in 2022. Get a taste of the album and listen to the tracks “Wise River,” “Drowning (… Again),” and “Sundown.”

If you’re looking for an epic way to ring in the New Year, look no further than the Kitchen Dwellers live and direct in Missoula for a guaranteed epic three nights.

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SUN SIGN HOROSCOPE OCTOBER 2023 ARIES: October is all about interactions and relationships with people both old and new. There are two eclipses this month, the Solar Eclipse is on October 14th, while the Lunar Eclipse occurs on the 28th. There are a number of issues coming to a conclusion.

LIBRA: Communication is better than balanced, it’s free-flowing and you feel like you are in the know for just about everything there is to know. Confidence is sexy, add a dash of star power too and your opportunities to meet new folks is easy to manifest.

TAURUS: Holiday social fun starts early for you. You seem to be on everyone’s invitation list and you are ready for some fun. Keep track as camaraderie and fun with friends are favored as long as you don’t lose track of where you are supposed to be when.

SCORPIO: Yes, there are invitations coming your way. Make your choice of costume to wear to be something you can get several uses out of as you are going to be on everyone’s party invite list. Use Fall colors and themes at your next holiday soiree.

GEMINI: October brings plenty of chances for meeting new folks and creating new social connections. With both the Solar (14th) and Lunar (28th) Eclipses new opportunities and projects can be revealed. Look for new allies around the conference table at work.

SAGITTARIUS: You better keep that calendar handy because you are going to be on everyone’s invitation list. From family to friends, neighbors and coworkers everyone likes to have you at their event. Get a great costume for Halloween and get ready for fun.

CANCER: The Solar Eclipse on the 14th heralds a time of domestic peace and contentment. Opposing factions are brought together by a new approach. Gratitude and appreciation are both in great supply as you receive appreciation for help you gave others.

CAPRICORN: The Libra Solar Eclipse on the 14th opens up a major opportunity for you to be the hero and outshine the competition. You have the eye of senior personnel, now you want to dazzle them with your knowledge and skill in a polite and easy way.

LEO: The temptation for extravagance and big spender actions is strong, but caution is still called for. Planned purchases that are thought out are necessary, but impulse spending can get you in trouble. Shared finances are in play on the 28th and 30th.

AQUARIUS: Diversity plays a big part in your October. From inclusivity to studies about what is happening when with whom. For you, you are enjoying that free wheeling fun and ease being with others. Include new friends with old for a great month ahead.

VIRGO: You are going to be wondering just what you did to be the center of so much attention from potential romantic interests by the time the Solar Eclipse occurs on the 14th. Married Virgos are sure to enjoy romantic discussions and recreation together!

PISCES: Family and friends seem to just bubble with exciting and fun ideas for activities this month. From corn mazes to costume parties, and outings in the great outdoors are definitely an every weekend fare. Ready to get that heart pumping, have some fun.

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IF YOUR SOUL WERE SPEAKING TO YOU, WOULD YOU LISTEN? Raya Fanuzzi

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hat do you think of when you hear the word “psychic”?

Maybe a scary movie featuring a Ouija board or a television medium comes to mind. Perhaps you envision a sparkling crystal ball with a person in a headwrap sitting behind it, swirling their bony, ring-covered fingers and freakishly long fingernails around it. You might think of tarot cards and tea leaves, or frauds and tricksters. Maybe psychic work fascinates and intrigues you, or maybe you’re, at best, suspicious about the whole thing. Many people who haven’t had personal experience with psychic work draw from their belief systems and the thousands of cultural references to psychics to inform their perceptions about them. The word psychic holds a certain weight to it, and those who call themselves psychics often carry that weight.

Kathleen Johns is a psychic, and she’s not a fan of what she sees as the “sensationalism” surrounding her line of work. Kathleen has been committed to developing her practice for over three decades, but she didn’t always call herself a psychic. The “dreaded P word,” as Kathleen puts it, can be associated with certain notions that don’t align with the foundations of her work. “Am I pregnant? Will I get married? Divorced?

Lucky Lotto numbers? Etc. I believe it’s a common misconception that questions such as these exemplify what psychics ‘do’ and what our work consists of. The work I do, the way I do it, is so much more,” Kathleen says. During psychic readings, of which she’s performed well over 25,000, Kathleen offers her clients insights that can shed light on new perspectives and possibilities. She does so by tuning into energy she feels is coming from her client’s soul, or what she calls Source Energy. “The soul is comprised of a meeting of the head and the heart,” she says. “That’s discernment, and that’s what I hope to bring to my clients, the gift of clarity.” Doctors, lawyers, high-profile politicians, single mothers, college students, people from various walks of life have sought out sessions with Kathleen regarding all kinds of questions. “I never give advice, or tell my clients when to come back—that’s not my job,” she says. The way she sees it, her job is the easy part. Kathleen’s aim is to illuminate opportunities for people; it remains up to them to take the necessary steps toward what they want. “That’s where the hard work begins,” she says.

What Kathleen does can be associated with fortune-telling or soothsaying, but she considers those labels inappropriate when referring to psychic work. She knows full well that her work isn’t going to be one-hundred percent accurate, “It can’t be,” she says. “In this line of work, if we’re talking about authenticity, I want people to know that I’m not this unreachable psychic icon. There’s a lot more to my ability than

people putting me on a pedestal and then judging my work for accuracy.”

Kathleen doesn’t subscribe to the notion of fate or a future set in stone.

She believes in free will, and recognizes that an individual’s choices can always “scramble a prediction.” Kathleen has thousands of clients around the globe, and is regularly booked out four to six months. “I like to tell people, ‘Look, my work is weird. So buckle your seatbelts,’ because I don’t know what’s going to come out of my mouth.”

According to Kathleen, during readings she’ll often bring up information that totally befuddles her but deeply resonates with her clients. She’s spoken phrases and words in languages she’s never learned, and made cultural references she wasn’t at all privy to. Like all of us, Kathleen carries her own biases. She doesn’t consciously analyze anything that might come out during a reading; at the end of the day, she’s hoping to get something across to her clients that only they would really understand. “How can anyone know your own soul better than you?” she asks. Kathleen advises her clients to use their best judgment, and sit with the information that’s provided instead of trying to interpret what she’s saying by the literal word-for-word meaning of it. “Because you’ll be disappointed,” she warns. “When I speak to people, I’m not trying to connect with their thinking brain.”

The language of the soul, as she put it, speaks in terms of ‘imagination and the expansiveness of being.’ “Many times people get back to me saying, ‘Ya know, that thing you told me about did end up happening, just not in the way I thought it would.’”

Kathleen is trained in a large number of modalities including tea leaf reading, tarot, natal astrology, and Akashic Records. During in-person readings, it’s up to her clients which modality they prefer she use, if any.

Kathleen views tarot cards and the like as helpful tools in her collection, but she doesn’t need them to do her work. She’s done readings for totally anonymous clients over email, and has worked with simply a first name and birthdate. Along with private readings, she’s also trained in mediumship and seance. Here in town, you can catch Kathleen doing live mediumship demonstrations, where she connects with the Source Energy she feels in the crowd, with a specific focus on bringing forth messages from loved ones who’ve passed on. Her next demonstration is October 27th in the Baxter Ballroom.

Kathleen has also “ghost hunted” on numerous occasions, although after saying so, she mentioned she doesn’t like hearing it called that.

“I don’t think a soul would want to be hunted. That doesn’t sound very nice,” she says. Psychic work is often associated with evil spirits, ghosts, and unfriendly entities out to harm and scare people. For Kathleen, there

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is no such thing as good or evil energy. “Energy is energy. A soul is a soul,” she says. As she puts it, each soul is as unique as a thumbprint, and each has its own story to tell. “I’ve encountered souls you probably wouldn’t want to have over for dinner,” Kathleen remarks. “But I don’t understand why a soul that’s transitioned out of the body would want to hurt me. We’re all one.”

When Kathleen decided to start building her practice, she made a promise to herself that if her work ever started to become anything other than “service to souls,” she would stop. The first thing she does each morning is welcome positive energy into her body by smiling for no reason. As she goes into each day, she does so wearing an ‘energetic suit of armor,’ and consciously decides that there’s nothing for her to fear. “I wouldn’t be in this line of work if I felt I was vulnerable to negative energies,” she states.

where attention goes,” she comments. Each time she does her work, Kathleen sets the intention that “whatever comes forth is for the highest good and growth of everyone involved,” and her hope is that, eventually, her clients will no longer seek her out to provide insights for them. Rather, she hopes they learn to tune into their own psychic abilities and sharpen them, returning to her only to double check their own intuition.

You won’t find much marketing for Kathleen’s work, nor see her on social media platforms other than Facebook and Instagram, which she calls ‘necessary evils’ for her business. “I’m not interested in participating in sensationalism. I want people to have to do a little work to get in for an appointment with me and to find me, because it means they really want to experience my work,” she says. She’s currently in the process of selfpublishing her first book, in which she tells stories of her life, and goes into detail about her experiences as a psychic medium. The book will be

Kathleen takes what she does very seriously; at the same time, she is fascinated by her work, and has a lot of fun doing it. She loves people and hearing their stories, and is intrigued with the vastness of knowledge related to psychic work. Every chance she gets, she seeks out teachers and colleagues to engage with; she has worked with recognizable names like Shakti Gawain and Dolores Cannon. “The more I learn, the less I know,” she says. Kathleen doesn’t need to understand the full breadth of what she does, and doesn’t believe she ever could. She thinks her granddaughter said it best — “The Cosmos are never ending” — and she believes there’s always more to learn. Kathleen is proud to say she’s a second generation psychic. But in no way does she think her abilities are exclusive.

“We are all psychic, it’s just about training those abilities.” Kathleen feels that, culturally, many of us have been taught that getting into the arts of divination is wrong. “But understanding and connecting to divinity, why would that be wrong?” she asks. Kathleen believes that perspective is key in visualizing the life one wants. “Pay attention to intention. Energy flows

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Some people who call themselves psychics don’t use their real names, or they charge folks for online readings that are just pre-recorded videos, according to Kathleen. “There are a lot of frauds,” she says.

She chose to call herself a psychic, well aware of the weight the label carries, with the recognition of the word’s Greek origin. Psychic comes from psychikos, an old Greek word meaning “of the soul.” On Kathleen’s website, the following question is posed: “Our souls speak to us. Are we listening?” B To learn more about Kathleen Johns, visit www.kathleenjohns.com Raya Fanuzzi is a writing intern at Bozeman Magazine, studying journalism at the University of Montana. She is passionate about the critical roles that uncensored, and verifiably accurate information play in our local communities, and beyond. www.bozemanmagazine.com

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he stories of our community’s past have a way of walking alongside us. We see these stories in the shadows when they are twisted and turned, like strangling vines curling up an old oak; we see these stories in the mirror when we find we are making the same decisions as our elders or ancestors; we see them, too, when there is a cool breeze in the middle of a ballroom that should have been locked but was left door-ajar, and we swear we saw a woman in a white dress in the corner of our eye. Where did she come from? What is her story? From these stories, we derive lessons of old, and respect for the stepping stones built so we can be standing here—we are also reminded of a keen, ghastly mantra: history, in lightness and in darkness, tends to repeat itself.

Here are three stories of haunted places with petrifying tales around Southwestern Montana. All of these places can be seen clear as day, all can be entered with public access. You need not be a sea-

soned ghost hunter to feel the chill in the air, as these stories insist to be heard by those whose voices were lost to the past.

BIG SKY, MONTANA There is a crackle in the pines that stand proudly along the roads leading into Big Sky, Montana. The crackle is present in the early hours of the morning, when the powdery snow lies still after a long night of blizzards and skiers have yet to rain down, exploring the mountain. It is the sound of the gnarled pines moving with the wind, cutting deeply through the skin and into the bones of its listeners. Once you lend, or shall we say surrender, your ear to the sound of the mountains, the crackle of swaying pine in the wind demands your attention. It is intense, almost deafening. And with the deafening noise, you can

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Ghost Stories p.28 feel history’s stories walking alongside you; the anger, fear, and hurt of Indigenous peoples fills the Big Sky air. You can feel the pain of assimilation by white lawmakers occurring in the 1870’s being carried out over these tribes, and over their land. To this day, tourists and locals alike have reported an indigenous man starting a conversation or asking for help in and around the vacation condos in Big Sky, Montana. According to some, he might be a higher ranking tribe member.

As the stories go, the man means no harm, but he is never found. He wanders, as though a confused, lost soul, wondering where his home has gone, because the Big Sky of today is surely unrecognizable. Are the crackling pines the souls of his tribesmen, in one last attempt to be heard over the noise of those in power, neverendingly building more homes on stolen land? Or are these pines simply directing their friend, the indigenous man, back to his family?

BAXTER HOTEL, BOZEMAN The Baxter Hotel’s sign was built with the idea that travelers in Butte could see the neon sign and be inspired to trek further, knowing that whiskey, hot coffee, and a bed awaited. In the cool October evening, you can see why it has maintained such legendary status—it is busy, with a line out the door on most nights, even to this day. The hotel was opened in the late 1920’s and named for George Baxter, the rancher who provided the majority of funding for the project. The Baxter no longer opens its rooms for lodging but does have two

restaurants, a chocolatier and an event ballroom, utilized mostly for weddings. It has been renovated but maintains its original charm and uniqueness, though there is a dark side of its shiny coin. The brides who marry at The Baxter often feel the presence of a woman holding their waist, as if to urge them to stop moving and, thus, stop them from falling to the same fate. She wears white, which we can only assume means she is a ghostly bride who may have died at The Baxter. It is said that there have been six deaths within the hotel since its opening. Could she be one of the six? Is her ghost warning women to be very, very careful with whom they share those fateful vows: Till death do us part?

BOZEMAN BROTHELS ON MENDENHALL AVENUE On any given night, you can swing your leatherbacks around the corner from Main Street onto Mendenhall. Maybe you have seen a quaint white home with green trim across the street from the skate park. It sounds familiar, but you haven’t really paid much attention—234 E. Mendenhall is the address of Bozeman’s most happening brothel from the late 1800’s to the early 1900’s, its history spanning 50 years. There is a grand front entrance, and a side entrance for discrete access, presumably for “respectable” leaders of the community’s use. This structure has seven stoves with seven bedrooms that house seven mirrors. There is a Biblical significance to the number 7, often featured to symbolize fullness or completeness. We aren’t sure if this brothel was

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built in that symbolic vein, but it sure is interesting. Louisa Couselle of Helena moved to Bozeman to set up shop as a “madame,” more-orless a female pimp. Don’t let her occupation fool you; Ms. Couselle was a bonafide businesswoman. She extended mortgage loans to other ladies to start their own brothels, purchased an astonishing 15 lots of Bozeman’s Main Street, and two farms out of town. She loaned one of her “working women,” Kitty Warren from Missouri, money for a mortgage, which Warren used to open and maintain the 234 E. Mendenhall brothel. When you walk up to this little house of sevens, you feel the memories and anguish of the women of the west, because they were shoved into one of two boxes: housewife, or lady of the night. Louisa Couselle paid more taxes than most of the entrepreneurial men beside her; yet, she is forgotten, unless we tell her story. The white house with the green trim holds the ghosts of women who were ahead of their time, but were shoved into rooms where they were stripped of their true potential. Today, the building’s history is maintained by The Extreme History Project with the mantra: History Isn’t Pretty. You can learn more at www.extremehistoryproject.org

For more information about the ghosts that lurk in Gallatin Valley corners, try reading Kelly Suzanne Hartman’s Murdery and Mystery in Gallatin County, Montana. Written by none other than a former Gallatin History Museum curator, and Bozeman Magazine contributor, it recounts Gallatin County’s most gruesome to its most creepy. It is a page turner of all facts! This book would be the perfect accompaniment to a crackling fire and a gooey marshmallow this fall.

Also learn more from Bozeman’s Paranormal Society, a non-profit team that helps community members understand paranormal activity in our area. You can utilize their community of mediums and learn more stories of our past. Their annual family-friendly Zombie Walk is on October 13 at 4pm, starting at Lewis and Clark Park in Belgrade.

You can find more information on their Facebook page.

Here is one last campfire read to dive into this October, spooky season: I Await The Devil’s Coming, by Mary MacLane. Published in 1902, it sold over 100,000 copies the first month (a big deal in 1902).

Born in Butte, Montana, MacLane was known as the “wild woman of Butte” for her confessional-style autobiography, where she details her attraction to the Devil and her bisexuality. Mary MacLane was a revolutionary “bad girl” of 1902 who fancied herself a genius.

Our history follows us through the seasons and into each passing year. When cool winds of October cross over and the first frost settles on the valley, the memories of those voices who seem lost tend to sing a little louder in the whipping wind. If we allow the chill to take over and accept the presence of another layer of life that might be less explainable, we can listen to their stories. If we allow the pine to bend over and the warning be heeded, we may even learn from the stories our ancestors persist to tell us. This October, find yourself listening to the stories of Montana and what they have to offer. B Liz Bischoff is a freelance journalist, raising her two toddlers around yarn, fiber, farm, and family. She can be seen knitting under a tree or at the Bozeman Teahouse.

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ATROCITY MOST FOUL An 1889 Murder Mystery Rachel Phillips, photos courtesy of Gallatin History Museum

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n Sunday, March 3, 1889, a report of a most disturbing nature reached Bozeman authorities: a deceased woman was found at a homestead southwest of Bozeman. The Bozeman Courier reported on March 7, “... startling news was brought to the city that Mrs. Catherine Benz Walters had committed suicide.” Almost immediately, locals wondered if Catherine Walter was murdered.

Catherine’s story began several years earlier, when she, her husband Andrew Benz, and their children settled in the Gallatin Valley.

The family had local connections: Catherine’s sister was married to Jacob Spieth, a co-founder of Bozeman’s Spieth and Krug brewery.

Andrew and Catherine Benz homesteaded a 160-acre farm southwest of Bozeman in 1884. Their property was located along what is today the southern end of Fowler Lane, just north of the intersection of South 19th Avenue and Hyalite Canyon Road. Catherine and Andrew had five children: George, Andrew C., Lizzie, Millie, and Wilhelm.

Andrew Benz passed away after a lengthy illness in late February 1888, leaving Catherine to care for the property and the couple’s two youngest children on her own.

Catherine (or Katie or Katrina, as she is referred to in various records) married Jacob Walter (or Walters as, again, records vary) in November 1888. According to a Bozeman Courier newspaper article published at the time of her death, friends were surprised by this second marriage. Catherine was 45 years old, and her new husband only

29. Neighbors told the Courier that the couple argued on numerous occasions – an ominous sign.

The relationship unraveled completely in early March 1889. The Bozeman Courier outlined the sequence of events in detail in the article published on March 7. Jacob and Catherine Walter were observed returning home from a trip to Bozeman on the evening of Thursday, February 28. This was the last time friends and neighbors saw Mrs. Walter alive. Jacob Walter traveled back to Bozeman on Saturday, accompanied by his stepson, Wilhelm Benz, Catherine Walter’s youngest boy. The Courier article explained, “Here he [Jacob] provided the boy with a new suit of clothes, brought him candy, etc., and proceeded to get very drunk.”

On Sunday morning, March 3, Jacob Walter returned home with his stepdaughter, Millie Benz, and a friend, J.R. DeMille. The Courier continued, “Arriving home, Walter gave the girl the key to the house, which she opened, and proceeded to look for her mother. Walter in the meantime put the team [horses] away and DeMille waited outside till invited in. In a moment the girl came out saying her mother was upstairs, dead. Walter rushed into the house, DeMille following. As DeMille got to the head of the stairs, Walter met him and was loud in lamentations and apparent grief.”

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mised Catherine committed suicide, the writer quickly abandoned that theory in favor of murder. According to the article, the coroner assembled a party to investigate the death, and the group traveled to the farm southwest of Bozeman. The party observed the deceased Catherine Walter “in an upper chamber [of the house], grasping a razor in her right hand.

The way the razor was held was such that she could not have inflicted the wounds observable and the jury were not slow in coming to the conclusion that a murder had been committed.” Besides a deep, wide gash to the throat, the coroner’s jury also found cuts on the right side of Catherine’s body. A piece of cloth with finger marks visible appeared to have been a temporary resting place for the bloody razor, and more blood was found on the main floor of the home. Authorities examined Jacob Walter’s clothing and found a few small drops of blood.

Catherine Walter’s two young children, Millie and Wilhelm, were questioned during the inquest. Wilhelm claimed that Jacob Walter was the last person to leave the house before the pair left for Bozeman on Saturday morning. The Courier reported Wilhelm’s testimony, “The boy said that on Friday his stepfather and his mother had been drinking and quarrelling all day. On Saturday morning the quarrel continued and Mrs. Walter threatened to go away, put on her overshoes, threw a shawl out of a window, etc. Walter knocked his wife down in the bedroom and closed the door. The boy then went outdoors and played till his stepfather came out. Walter took the boy to the barn and got a team ready to come to town. They then went to the house and Walter got a cold lunch. The boy asked for his mother and was told she was

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in the bedroom fixing her hair. He [Wilhelm] went outdoors, looked in the bedroom window and did not see her. Walter fixed the boy for travel, locked the door and came to town.” The Courier reported that investigators found overshoes on Catherine’s body, a shawl on the ground outside the window, and food on the table. The supposition was that the murder occurred on the main floor of the home, and the killer then carried Catherine’s body upstairs.

The sensational account of the events in the newspaper certainly contained preconceived opinions about the guilty party. This wasn’t uncommon for news reports in the nineteenth century. The Courier article, written just days after Catherine’s death, placed blame squarely on the shoulders of Jacob Walter. Suspicion also fell on her son George Benz, about whom, the Courier reported, “It has been

said... was not a dutiful and appreciative son.” Jacob Walter was taken into custody and committed to the county jail on March 3, 1889. In the jail register, the reason for admittance was listed as “Murder in the 1st Deg.,” with the added notation of “held without bail.”

Directly below Jacob Walter in the prisoner record book is Catherine’s son George Benz, who was arrested on March 4. George was held on a Coroner’s Warrant and listed as “Suspected of Murder.” In the Courier’s view, George’s arrest was more for his protection than because of any real suspicion of guilt. Bozeman Mayor John Bogert formed a detachment to temporarily guard the jail from possible vigilante action. Bogert did have cause to be concerned about mob activity. Just sixteen years earlier, in February 1873, enraged locals broke into the small log cabin jail north of Main Street near Bozeman Creek and hanged two prisoners. Fortunately, in March 1889, vigilante action was avoided. Catherine’s son George Benz was released from the county jail on March 5, by order of the coroner.

It is unclear how long Jacob Walter remained incarcerated. Newspaper reports suggest Walter was arraigned on March 7 before a local probate judge, and his case put on the schedule for the next meeting of the grand jury in Bozeman. The Montana Territorial court (statehood was not achieved until November 1889) convened at the end of May, and the Courier specifically noted Jacob Walter’s first-degree murder charge among other local cases on the docket. On June 6, the Avant Courier reported that the case, Territory vs. Jacob Walter, was granted a change of venue to Park County.

Jacob Walter’s trial was held in Livingston during the week of September 23, 1889. The Courier claimed that 123 witnesses from the Bozeman area travelled to Livingston for the trial, although no details were published in the newspapers. The proceedings concluded on September 26 and the jury began deliberations. The Livingston Enterprise published the verdict two days later: “In the case of Jacob Walters, charged with murder, the jury was charged and retired Thursday afternoon. About midnight they returned a verdict of not guilty, and the prisoner was discharged.” The not guilty verdict stirred up angry sentiment, in both Livingston and Bozeman. According to an Enterprise report a week after the trial ended, “... Walter’s demeanor had been anything but credible from the time of his release, and that his actions had not only disgusted the better class of people, but had inspired a desire on the part of many to rid the city of his presence.”

The news story went on to say that rumors circulated of a “necktie party,” or vigilante action.

Just one week after his acquittal, Jacob Walter fled Livingston.

The Enterprise recounted that on the evening of Friday, October 4, Walter’s friends, fearing for his safety, hired a carriage for his escape. The driver was awakened in the middle of the night, paid, and instructed to proceed to a local lumber yard to pick up passengers.

“There, the driver was met by several, to him unknown men who, enjoining strict silence, mounted the carriage and ordered it started for Big Timber without delay. The trip to that place was made by daybreak, by a rapid drive over a hard road, and without light of any kind to cheer them on the journey, so cautious were the occupants lest their whereabouts should become known.” Once in Big Timber, one of these mysterious men was revealed to be Jacob Walter, who, according to the account, quietly left the area on a train while his friends returned home to Livingston and Bozeman.

Probate Court records filed on March 25, 1889, describe the substantial property that belonged to Catherine Walter at the time of her death. Her primary assets included the 160-acre farm and homestead, along with interest in an additional 80 acres of land. Household goods, farm equipment, and livestock were also listed. An appraisal done in early May 1889 valued the entire estate at over $4,000. This is equivalent to nearly $133,000 today. While the full truth about Catherine Walter’s death will forever remain a mystery, the Courier was certainly correct when it described the tragedy as “an atrocity most foul.” V

Rachel Phillips is the Research Director at the Gallatin History Museum in Bozeman. Visit the Gallatin History Museum at 317 W. Main Street in Bozeman, gallatinhistorymuseum.org, or on Facebook and Instagram.

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NATURE’S OPULENT DISPLAY OF FALL COLORS

Kenneth C. Walcheck

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warm October sun bathes my face as I sit in a seasoned wicker chair on my patio, sipping hot apple cider, admiring Montana’s brilliant fall colors, displayed by the maple, willow, mountain ash and cottonwood trees in my backyard.

The crispness of distant, snow-capped Tobacco Root mountains adds to the splendor. A brisk westerly wind drifts in and strips some of the cottonwoods’ brilliant, mustard-yellow leaves from the trees. As they whisk skyward in half-playful swirls, I cock an eye and say, “There’s a story waiting for me here.” Windy waves continue to surge across the back acre, beating against the willows, limbs waving, shedding a slew of leaves, adding to the golden blanket below. Every autumn, it amazes me to see the magic of the bright greens of spring and summer subtly transition to fiery goldens, oranges, reds and burgundies – lavish bouquets of “flowers” displayed for sparkling viewing.

Act One of the story of fall colors opens with our ability to perceive both quality and beauty while viewing one of Mother Nature’s

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colorful presentations. With repeated viewings, it expands through successive stages of appreciation to values yet uncaptured, values beyond the reach of words – values that evoke something precious and deep within. French author, Albert Camus, reminds us that “Autumn is a second spring, when every leaf is a flower.”

The Second Act involves an understanding of the biological sequence of why leaves change color in the fall, and how the process occurs. Each leaf is a specialized nutritive organ, whose function is to carry on photosynthesis, the process of synthesizing carbohydrates (sugars and starches) from carbon dioxide and water, utilizing the radiant energy of light captured by the chlorophyll molecules in plant cells. This process slows and eventually stops as summer fades due to several factors including: genetics, decreasing temperatures and precipitation, lower soil moisture levels, and geographic locations. But the main reason is due to declining daylight hours. Leaves can sense the loss of light, due to the chemical light receptors, phytochrome

and cryptochrome, which can register day-length changes of as little as thirty minutes. The change in color of the leaves that we see occurs due to the fading and eventual death of the masking green chlorophyll, exposing the hidden xanthophyll (yellow), carotene (orange), anthocyanin (red, purple, burgundy), and tannin (brown) pigments, resulting in seasonal changes from luscious greens to bright hues, showing a fiery display of leaf colors.

Soil moisture levels have an impact on the ability to produce good fall colors. A prolonged drought can delay color change for a

few weeks. Freezing temperatures and an early hard frost can trigger an early shutdown, leading to poor fall colors. Ideal conditions for providing the best fall colors are favorable summer temperatures, timely rainfall and sunny days, combined with cool, frostless night temperatures. Achieving a display of peak colors depends on a delicate balance — one currently jeopardized by climate change.

Warmer temperatures and drier summers lead to environmental stress than can accelerate leaf pigment deterioration, and earlier leaf drop. Severe climate /environmental changes essentially mean that a tree can’t properly function, thereby preventing a normal display of vibrant fall colors.

Act Three focuses on leaf departure from the tree. As autumn days grow shorter and colder, a hormone in deciduous trees is triggered to send a chemical message to every leaf that says, in essence, “Time for departure.” At the location where the petiole (stalk) of the leaf is attached to the stem is a special layer of thin-walled cells, the abscission layer (separation layer), extending across the base of the petiole. This abscission layer functions in weakening the base of the leaf. Abscission cells have the same root as the word scissors, meaning they function like scissors when activated, to make a cut. The cellular part next to the stem becomes cork-like and forms a protective layer which remains when the leaf falls off, sealing off the vessels that supplied the leaf with nutrients and water. The combination of reduced light, colder temperatures, chlorophyll death, activation of the abscission layer, and a little push of the wind and pull of gravity act as catalysts for leaf departure. The broad, thin leaves of deciduous trees are in reality an Achilles’ heel when these latter forces of wind and gravity are activated.

A spectator might conclude that, with leaf departure, the story of fall colors ends. Since MotheNature seems to abhor waste, it’s not continued on next page

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Fall Colors p.36 surprising to know that for the final curtain call, fallen leaves still have not exhausted their ecological calling. As they decompose and decay, their bloodstream nutrients seep into the soil, providing and releasing a flow of energy that feed future generations of plant and animal life. The soil’s intricate and dynamic digestive apparatus, bacteria and fungi, break down the complex compounds of dead organic matter, and in doing so, release simpler inorganic compounds back into the ecosystem. Food chains are the living channels which conduct energy upward; death and decay return it to the soil. Soil, then, is not only soil, it is a fountain of energy flowing through a circuit of soils, plants, and animals. This is the yin and yang of biotic continuance. Together, they provide for the breakdown of organic matter, recycling it and making it available for new organisms to utilize — a complete energy circuit that reminds us that there is no life without death.

Although many would agree that New England’s northern tier landscapes rank best in the nation for viewing a beautiful tapestry of vivid fall colors, many Montanans would argue that the Treasure State also provides a good sampling of fall colors to viewers in all reaches of Big Sky Country, from the high plains of eastern Montana to the Rocky Mountain west. So, when fall colors start to show, put on your walking shoes, fill the car’s gas tank for a drive to a favorite viewing area, or hop on your bike for a day’s outing. Whatever your prefer-

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ence of travel may be, unlimited opportunities await for you to verify the ancient doctrine that the best things in life are free. That includes the opportunity to view Montana’s tapestry of vivid reds, oranges, yellows, golds, purples, and other varying shades of leaf colors during fall days. N Ken Walcheck is a Bozeman resident, and a retired Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks Information Wildlife Biologist. zHe continues to write Montana natural history wildlife articles.

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FRIGHTS AND FUN ALL OVER BOZEMAN Joseph Montalbano

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t’s finally that time of year where the colors start changing and the weather starts to cool off, and I cannot be happier to welcome it. The warm drinks, the fall leaves — the entire fall experience is lovely.

For all these reasons and more, fall is one of my favorite times of year, especially around Bozeman, where the town is rapidly gearing

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up to celebrate the best holiday of the year: Halloween! The parties, costumes, and fall events are all just to die for. Bozeman hosts many events throughout the month of October to celebrate the spookiest time of year.

This list is not comprehensive by any means, but a selection of the events going on that I believe are a great starting point for finding your personal favorite events to continue to enjoy, year after year!

A great way to start your fall crawl and usher in the season is to come down to the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse at MSU, which is hosting the Bozeman Fall MADE Fair, a handmade goods market that features local artisans and artists looking to show off their wares. This is a wonderful event to get some beautiful, bespoke artwork from local sources! The fair runs October 6th from 5-8pm, and October 7th from 9-4pm. If you want to support locals and decorate your home to show that dedication, I cannot recommend strongly enough that you stop by and see what the kind people over there have in store for you.

The Bozeman Maze at 1340 E Valley Center Road is a lively hay maze with a plethora of other exciting constants that’ll keep you and your family entertained all night long. It just start-

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ed, running from September 23rd to October 30th, and I would wholeheartedly recommend you grab your family (or some friends if family isn’t in the area) and enjoy the hay maze, take a trip on the hayride, and pick out some pumpkins to carve for the season.

If you didn’t get enough of the fall maze experience, drive over to 4605 Cameron Bridge Road in Manhattan to the Montana Corn Maze. There, you can find a six-acre corn maze with three distinct levels of maze challenges. Around the entire premises, there are a variety of events including a six-hole miniature golf course, corn hole, frisbee golf, a variety of local artisanal goods and food vendors, and many other attractions to keep you and your family entertained all day long.

Having gone there myself in previous years, this corn maze is a MUST-see if driving isn’t prohibitive. Trust me, it is worth the drive.

A fun way to stay active as the seasons change would be to grab your furry friend and go to Story Mill Park for the Dogdash Monster Mash, a 3K run that is sure to be an exciting, enriching time for your dog, and you. Dogdash promises an event that is dedicated to and in gratitude for “the unwavering love, companionship, and motivation” our pets give us. Featuring a 3K obstacle course for your dogs, a dog-friendly ice cream continued on next page

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Frights and Fun p.40 eating competition, and a doggy costume contest alongside booths and vendors from a number of local businesses, it is sure to be a great time for you and your dog. The run is happening from 11am-1pm on October 15th, at Story Mill Community Park.

The Haunted Mountain Theater is a spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies. Featuring a blend of live performance and 360-degree immersive video, the Haunted House Theater is going to tell stories of ghosts, lake monsters, and horrifying accidents that are going to keep you glued to your seats. After the show, take a spooky walk-through of Tinsley House, and enjoy a tasty treat. Showtimes run from 5-8:30pm on the weekend of October 20th - 22nd, and the weekend of the 27th – 31st. The show is gauged for ages 10 and up, except for the special Pour and Gore performances on the 27th that will include a tailored 21-and-up show alongside a local Montana whiskey tasting, appetizers and fine chocolates. Plonk will be there creating seasonal cocktails for an additional fee. Come on down to the Haunted Mountain Theater to satisfy your thirst for horror and to be fully immersed in the spirit of the season.

If you’re looking for something a little more laid back for the whole family I would recommend Kenyon Nobles’ 25th Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest! It’s just around the corner on Oct 21, get the family in costume and go to any KN location from noon-2pm to spend a fun-filled afternoon carving a free pumpkin! Ages 0-12 are encouraged to enter the carving contest, all participants will have the chance to win prizes. Winners must be present to win. The Kenyon Noble team will

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be holding their own costume contest, so make sure to vote for your favorite and grab a spooktacular goodies swag bag on the way out, they can’t wait to see what you carve!

October 27th and 28th is the Anderson Schools Halloween Fundraiser, are you are

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interested in supporting local schools? Trick question, you should always be interested in supporting local schools! The haunted house starts at 5:30pm with a “lights on” version with a mildly spooky experience, while from 7:00pm until 10:00pm the frights turn on full

force with a truly frightening experience.

Park in the field across from The Little Red School House, where attendants will guide you to the carefully planned and brilliantly executed haunted house experience!

Admission is 10 dollars, and well worth the visit!

For the over 21 crowd The Tune Up Bar in the Armory basement will host Mixtape, a dream-pop, southern-rock cover band from Bozeman fronted by Madeline Hawthorne. The party takes place on Friday October 27th to kick off Halloween weekend! The show is free and goes from 9-11pm. Costumes are strongly encouraged, a good time is guaranteed.

If you can’t get enough of all this fun, give your support and help the community by joining the Run For Your Life Fundraiser, an event put on by the Bozeman Help Center to raise money for their 24/7 Crisis and Suicide Prevention services. This is an excellent opportunity to support a cause that is all too necessary, and is saving lives in our community. The Run for Your Life event is a 5K run or walk in costume, with pets and children welcome. Starting at MSU’s Bobcat Stadium and running along the Help Center’s generously provided map, the event takes place October 28th at 10am; you can register at: bozemanhelpcenter.org For the pint-sized skeletons and zombies wanting to get involved in something truly fascinating, visit the Bozeman Science Center on October 28th from 10-12pm for Spooky Science. There, kids will be able to

enjoy Halloween-themed, hands-on science experiments to get them invested in STEM and learning. If you have young ones who want an excuse to get out and have some fun with science, this event is for you.

Something to excite those who don’t necessarily want to do Halloween in the traditional way, but want to enjoy something fun on Halloween, look no further than the ELM, which is hosting the Grateful Dead Tribute band, Dead Sky. This up-and-coming band is gaining traction online and across Montana, and is a very fun and laid back concert to enjoy if you’re a fan of the Grateful Dead. Dead Sky has a rapidly growing repertoire of Grateful Dead and similar genre tunes. If you’re a fan of other local bands such as Pinky and the Floyd and Cure for the Common, you may recognize some of the members of those groups coming together to perform on Halloween night for Dead Sky. If you are interested in a classier take on the Bozeman Halloween scene, look no further than the Ballroom Dance Bozeman’s Halloween Dance! Grab your dressy, or casual attire and come down to the Bozeman Senior Center at 807 N Tracy, where the party will be going from 7-10pm on October 28.

If you have a passion for ballroom dancing, want to experience the finer things in life, or just want to support the community and keep such traditions alive, come on down and enjoy a lovely evening at the Ballroom Halloween Dance.

Last, but certainly not least, a fun and safe way to trick or treat would be to walk down Main Street on Halloween. From 4-6pm on October 31st, over 150 businesses in Downtown Bozeman are decorating, and hosting trick-or-treaters. The candy lovers in your family will not be allowed to leave empty handed, and spooky Halloween decorations will be all over downtown for your enjoyment. This event is for absolutely everyone, and I recommend getting into costume, grabbing your pillowcase (or other candy receptacles of your choice), and enjoying an evening downtown.

If you or your family participate in any of these events, post pictures and share the memories with your loved one. If you do, do not hesitate to tag us at Bozeman Magazine on Facebook, and @bozemag on Twitter and Instagram; let us know how it went. If you have an upcoming event you can add it to our calendar(s) directly from our website anytime for free! Check www.bozemanmagazine. com before heading out as new events are added daily. B

Joseph Montalbano is a student at Montana State University, majoring in English and History. He hopes to continue his work in the online blogging space.

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f you’re trying to build a list of must-sees this Halloween season, but just can’t quite decide what to put on that list, you’re in luck! This month, we’ve compiled a list of spooky-season classics that are undeniably important to any queue. Happy Halloween!

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and spooky spirit. Tim Burton takes the reins in this project starring both Winona Ryder and Michael Keaton in the main cast, and he works his magic to ensure the audience has a ghoulishly good time with his cast of characters. From liminal scenery to energetic acting, this movie deserves a watch regardless of who you are! Beetlejuice 2 is coming soon.

(1993, PG) This childhood classic carries much nostalgia for many. Produced by Disney, this watch is perfect for the whole family. With witches, cats, and spooky spells, this movie has certainly cemented itself in Halloween history and is worth adding to the watch list on nostalgia alone!

Beetlejuice (1988, PG) If you’ve never seen this relic, you’re missing out on a heartfelt comedy with plenty of fun

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Edward Scissorhands (1990, PG-13) Another iconic movie by Tim Burton, Edward Scissorhands takes the cookie-cutter American Dream and puts a fun and exciting twist on it. Taking place in an unspecified era, this quaint film encapsulates an eccentric and fun aesthetic that will undoubtedly leave the whole family rooting for the titular character and his quest!

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The NightMARE Before Christmas (1993, PG) Tim Burton once again steals the spotlight with another family-friendly film for those who simply can’t wait for Christmastime to roll around. In this claymation classic, the story and characters alike will charm the viewer and leave them anxiously awaiting the limbo time of the year, commonly referred to as November.

The Twilight Zone (1959-64) A timeless classic, this series is most fun to watch with slightly older kids (middle school and up), because some of the thrill in the thriller part of the show is lost when you can’t quite wrap your head around the stories. If you don’t exactly have time for an entire movie, the 30-minute episodes of

this anthology series will surely satisfy your eccentric expectations. A must-add to any Halloween watch list!

Pet Sematary (1989, R) Starting off the spookier side of this list is Pet Sematary, a Stephen King classic. If you love ghost stories (and don’t mind shedding a few tears seeing an animal meet an untimely fate), this movie is perfect for you. With a little spook but not too much scare, this film functions as a great watch for those who are casual horror fans!

Friday the 13th (1980, R) Teens, summer camp, and hockey masks! It doesn’t get much more iconic in terms of horror, does it? Friday the 13th is born right out of the newfound slasher craze of the 80s, and with an intriguing plot spanning twelve different movies (along with a prequel television show that is expected to be released in

2024) it is sure to satisfy any binge-watching needs this fall.

perfect for watching with friends who also enjoy a classic scare!

Scream

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What’s your favorite scary movie? If you answered Scream, you’d be a survivor in my books. This 90s gem has spawned countless merchandise lines, Halloween costumes, and six canonical movies (with a seventh on the way). If a horror movie that borders on comedy is your jam, this film is absolutely worth a watch.

Ah, Halloween! This movie is highly regarded as the grandfather of horror as we know it, revamping everyone’s interest in the genre itself. With horror legend Jamie Lee-Curtis playing Michael Meyer’s main victim, this movie is sure to fulfill that horror hankering that tends to materialize this time of the year.

A Nightmare on Elm Street

Whether you’re a fan of spine-tingling horror or lighthearted Halloween fun, these timeless favorites are essential additions to your viewing queue. Happy Halloween! F

(1984, R) 80s horror was quite the scene, with hardly any movies avoiding immortalization within the genre, and A Nightmare on Elm Street was no exception. Starring horror icon Robert Englund as Freddy Krueger, the story, ridiculous effects, and grainy cinematics are

A Senior at Gallatin High School, Mars Fagin enjoys writing in his free time. He is a member of the cheer squad, and dedicates the majority of his time to bettering himself in these two areas.

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BOZEMAN BREWERY & BIKE SOLAR TOUR 2:30-4pm • Bozeman Brewing Co, 504 N Broadway Ave, Bozeman • (406) 585-9142 • www.bozemanbrewing.com Check out the solar systems that power Bozeman Brewing Company and local residences. See the components up-close, ask questions, and enjoy a pint or two while you’re at it.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

BOZEMAN BREWERY & BIKE SOLAR TOUR 4:30-6pm • Bozeman Brewing Co, 504 N Broadway Ave, Bozeman • (406) 585-9142 • www.bozemanbrewing.com Check out the solar systems that power Bozeman Brewing Company and local residences. See the components up-close, ask questions, and enjoy a pint or two while you’re at it.

NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org If writing Non昀椀ction is your creative outlet, join a group of like-minded writers of various levels and skill.

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PRESCHOOL NATURE WALKS 9:30-10:30am • Northern Paci昀椀c Park • Suggested Donation $5/person • Preschool-age with a parent/guardian Sights and Sounds of the Prairie with MOSS. IMPROV FOR PROFESSIONALS: MONDAY CLASSES 10am-noon • Keller Williams Of昀椀ce - 2nd 昀氀oor • $500 • 4065807974 • stagecon昀椀dence.com Enhance creativity, boost con昀椀dence, and break out of your shell in our “Improv for Professionals” class.

NOON NOTES CHAMBER MUSIC noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Kenneth Christensen (piano) and Julia Slovarp (cello) to perform works by Schumann, Barber, and Vaughan Williams.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

BOARD GAME NIGHT 6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A chance to test your strategy and teamwork skills with board games and other adults.

BANNED PICTURE BOOKS DISCUSSION 6:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Celebrate your freedom to read by taking part in a discussion on picture books that have been challenged or banned.

LEVI AND MADDIE 6:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www.redtractorpizza.com Live local music while you dine.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9pm • Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub.com Join us for our weekly trivia night, Game Night Live is a leader in bar trivia and music bingo, putting on awesome games at local venues that everyone can enjoy.

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GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Colombo’s Pizza & Pasta • FREE • All Ages • (406) 587-5544 • GameNightLive.com The games you love in your favorite places! Free trivia at Colombo’s at both 6 & 7 pm!

BEGINNING TANGO LESSONS & DANCING 7-10pm • J & Company, 307 E. Main St., Bozeman • FREE • jandcompanybar. com Beginning drop in Argentine tango lessons, if you want to try it out or if you want to augment your learning if you are taking a series.

THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE 7-11pm • The ELM • $28-$40 (Adv.) $33 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome The Brian Jonestown Massacre for a live in concert performance.

HAUFBRAU HOUSE OPEN MIC 10pm • The Haufbrau, 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 587-4931 • www.facebook.com Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

TUESDAY, OCT. 3 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

PRESCHOOL PIONEERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included w/ membership/ admission • Ages: 3-5 • 4069942252 • museumoftherockies.org This new early education museum program engages 3–5-year-old children and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and hands-on experiences.

A CONVERSATION WITH MONTANA FREE PRESS 6:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join reporters Alex Sakariassen and Arren Kimbel-Sannit as they share their experiences covering the 2023 Montana State Legislature and the bills that impact the First Amendment.

OPEN AUDITIONS: A CHRISTMAS CAROL 6:30-9pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • 7-12, 15+ • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Find out more at https://theellen. my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket#/events/a0S6T0000171pODUAY BONE DRY COMEDY HOUR OPEN MIC 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Our weekly open mic is a safe, friendly, supportive place to start your comedy journey, try new material, and connect to the Bozeman Stand up scene. Jump in or just enjoy the laughs!

ALTAMEDA & SMALL PAUL 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $40 • livefromthedivide.com Folk-rock duo

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 4 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.

MONTANA CORN MAZE 10am-7pm • Montana Corn Maze • $10 -- Ages 4 and older ($10.33 for cards)Free -- Ages 3 and under Family farm with 6 acre maze, wagon ride, barrel train, & mini golf.

YOGA FOR ALL 12:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary. org Our movement series meets weekly outside to the east of Bozeman Public Library. Please call (406)582-2410 or check bozemanlibrary.org the day of if the weather is questionable.

TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.

YOGA ON THE LAWN 2-3pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • (406) 388-4346 • www.belgradelibrary.org Take time for yourself to stretch, breathe, and relax during this hour of yoga. Please bring a mat.

QIGONG 12:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Our movement series meets weekly outside to the east of Bozeman Public Library. Please call (406)582-2410 or check bozemanlibrary. org the day of if the weather is questionable.

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READ WITH A DOG 4-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Kids can read with an Intermountain Therapy Dog each Wednesday afternoon.

FIBER ARTS: QUILTED POT HOLDERS 4-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn the basics of quilting by making some simple quilted pot holders.

FIBER ARTS 4-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Bring an easily mobile 昀椀ber-based craft for a social meet up with other 昀椀ber artists in the Bozeman community.

LAST BEST PLACE WEDNESDAYS 5-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Enjoy 10% off total bill with a valid Montana ID. NATURE JOURNALING - OBSERVING AND DRAWING MOSS’S LIVE ANIMAL AMBASSADORS 5:30pm • MOSS Of昀椀ce, 2104 Industrial Drive, Unit B, Bozeman • (406) 219-3899 Journal with the Gallatin Nature Society & Christie Howard, MOSS Master Naturalist. Please bring your own journals and journaling supplies.

GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.

GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Audreys Pizza Oven & Freefall Brewery, 806 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • No Cover • (406) 522-5456 • www.audreyspizzaoven.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games!

BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE 6-9pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

TOP TIER BOXING FIGHT NIGHT 6-10pm • Kimpton Armory Hotel, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $20 • 21+ • 4804502651 • www.eventbrite.com Hosted by Top Tier Boxing and the Cala昀椀ore Brothers from CBS’ “Big Brother” and MTV’s “The Challenge.”

This is an event you will not want to miss. Guest speakers, entertainment, food, and cocktails.

ART SHINDIG 6pm • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn.com First Wednesday of the month Art Shindig features a local artist.

OPEN AUDITIONS: A CHRISTMAS CAROL 6:30-8:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • 7-12, 15+ • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Find out more at https://theellen. my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket#/events/a0S6T0000171pODUAY INTRO TO 3D PRINTING 6:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org The basics of how 3D printing works, how to 昀椀nd 昀椀les to 3D print.

BINGO 7-9pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.

WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance 昀氀oor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes. See ya at THE JUMP every Wednesday!

CORE SKILLS OF A MEDITATION PRACTICE 7:15-8:45pm • Bozeman Dharma Center • Sliding Scale: $40-$120; no one turned away for lack of funds • 4062192140 • bozemandharmacenter.org Designed to be both an intro for beginners and a tune-up for those with experience, this course will clarify your home practice.

Come learn from Melissa McKay, visiting Insight Meditation teacher. Re-fuel and get inspired.

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JAZZ NIGHT W/EDDIE T 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music every Wednesday.

JOHN R. MILLER 8pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • www.rialtobozeman.com “Heat Comes Down” out 10/6 via @rounderrecords LADIES NIGHT 8pm-2am • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy 2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.

email: angie@bozemanmagazine.com DALE TRUMBORE LECTURE 5pm • Norm Asbjornson Hall, Montana State University, Bozeman • $10 at 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, in Norm Asbjornson Hall on the MSU campus. Students, faculty and staff can RSVP at www.montanastate.campuslabs.com/engage/ event/9313862.

TRIVIA WITH TRIVIA TOM 5:30-7:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery Four Corners • FREE • All Ages • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Come on down and enjoy some of the best trivia in the valley, curated by the legendary Trivia Tom!

J&COMEDY OPEN MIC 9-11pm • J & Company, 307 E. Main St., Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • 4063591632 • bonedrycomedy.com Join us for laughs and drinks every Wednesday. J&Comedy is Bozeman’s longest-running comedy open mic. It Boasts classic comedy open mic in a classy downtown Bozeman bar.

HAUFBRAU HOUSE OPEN MIC 10pm • The Haufbrau, 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 587-4931 • www.facebook.com Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

FINDING FREEDOM RAISE THE BARN FUNDRAISER 5:30-9pm • The Landing • suggested donation $30 • Adults • 4065800187 • www.tickettailor.com Join us for Finding Freedom’s 昀椀rst Fundraising and Awareness Event with music from Band of Drifters, a live auction and a catered meal. It will be a fun evening to learn about and support its mission to offer free mental health counseling.

THURSDAY, OCT. 5

BARBIE 6:30pm • MSU Procrastinator Theater, MSU SUB 287, Bozeman • $2 • www.montana.edu MSU’s Procrastinator Theater offers affordable entertainment!

EVENING AT THE MUSEUM FUNDRAISER Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $2500 per pair • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies.org Experience an exquisite evening in elegant attire, champagne reception, a premiere of a PBS documentary in the Taylor Planetarium, gourmet dinner, esteemed speaker, and live auction.

VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • Blend, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.

FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

MORNINGBIRD 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak!

Featuring the Minnesota-based folk trio “MorningBird”.

KGLT & HOP LOUNGE PRESENT LIVE DJ NIGHT 7pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • (406) 404-1784 Every Thursday beginning at 7pm, enjoy vinyl spinning while you dine/drink.

BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.

GYROKINESIS 12:15-1pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A movement method that addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion and creating functional strength through rhythmic, 昀氀owing movement sequences.

THALIA COMEDY TOUR 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com After an incredible three-year run of monthly standup comedy shows featuring the best comics in Los Angeles, Thalia Comedy hits the road.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

LEGO CLUB 3:30-4:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 5-12 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Take inspiration from the weekly challenge or free build, work solo or collaborate – it’s in your hands, LEGO Architect!

TEEN LAB THURSDAYS 4-5:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • ages 12-18 • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Creepy Plaster Hand Casting THIRSTY THURSDAY 5pm • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • 21+ • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn.com Come enjoy a drink at the refurbished barn.

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SCIENCE NIGHTS IN 6-8:30pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • $30/child • 4-11 • 4065229087 • montanasciencecenter.org A fun, parent-free evening of science! Pizza included. Children must be potty-trained. Sponsored by Audrey’s Pizza. Register at MontanaScienceCenter.org.

MIKE BECK Oct 5 - Live From the Divide

BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE 6-9pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Live local Jazz every Friday while you dine.

OPPENHEIMER 6:30pm • MSU Procrastinator Theater, MSU SUB 287, Bozeman • $2 • www.montana.edu MSU’s Procrastinator Theater offers affordable entertainment!

NEW EVENTS ADDED DAILY AT: www.bozemanmagazine.com MIKE BECK 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $35 • livefromthedivide.com An engaging acoustic solo artist who regularly performs in the United States and Europe.

OPPENHEIMER 9pm • MSU Procrastinator Theater, MSU SUB 287, Bozeman • $2 • www.montana.edu MSU’s Procrastinator Theater offers affordable entertainment!

NOW WITH ANNIE, LEVIN, AND FRIENDS 10-11pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com 2 improvisers.

1 suggestion. What happens NOW. Annie & Levin have been improvising together since 2005 and bring their celebrated twoperson show home to Last Best Comedy. Tonight they are joined

by Casey Altop & Mark Piebenga!

FRIDAY, OCT. 6 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

VIRTUAL FOSSIL FRIDAYS 9-9:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Join Outreach Program Manager Ashley Hall virtually on select Fridays to learn about one of the museum’s fantastic fossil specimens. Bring your curiosity and ask questions via Zoom.

LITTLE LEARNERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages: 1 – 3 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org This new interactive museum program engages toddlers and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and exploratory sensory experiences. Registration is required.

BOZEMAN GOLD CLUB 12:10-1pm • First Security Bank, 208 E. Main St,, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-580-1921 • www. toastmasters.org A friendly group of individuals who meet weekly on Fridays at 12:10 p.m. in the basement of the First Security Bank to improve our communication skills.

SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed speci昀椀cally for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.

2023 U.S. AFRICAN CHILDREN’S CHOIR TOUR 7pm • Bozeman United Methodist Church, 121 South Willson Ave, Bozeman Sure to melt the hearts of audiences with their performance of popular children’s music, traditional spiritual songs and African cultural pieces.

COUPLES DINNERS 7pm • 1889 Barn • $225/couple • 21+ • 4065794865 • www.1889barn.com The 1889 Barn is a small event venue & art gallery located creekside on 21 acres in beautiful Gallatin Gateway. Join us for an upcoming dinner seating, 5 couples, 2 seatings per night, one ticket per couple.

HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 5-6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Join us for Happy Hour Open Mic with host Jon Jacobs! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Grab your of昀椀ce mates and come try your hand at some comedy. Sign-ups start at 4:30pm.

MONTANA KNOWS HIP HOP TALENT SHOWCASE 7pm • The Haufbrau, 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 5874931 • www.facebook.com The 2nd Showcase for our contest.

ART EXHIBIT, “WHAT TIES US TOGETHER” - THREE MONTANA ARTISTS, THREE PERSPECTIVES 5-7pm • ERA Landmark Realty • FREE • All Ages • 406-585-9815 • www.eralandmark.com “What ties us together: Three Montana artists, three perspectives” featuring the works of Melissa Summer昀椀eld, Carmen Young and Scott Tuchel. The show runs October 2-31.

BOZEMAN FALL MADE FAIR 5-8pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $10 VIP Pass, $5 Early Bird Pass, FREE 10am-4pm • All Ages • (406) 201-9229 • handmademontana. com Shop and discover a curated collection of 195+ local and regional artists. You can expect to see everything from affordable, functional works of art to 昀椀ne heirloom pieces at the show.

Support a good cause and purchase a pass to shop early.

COUPLES DINNERS 5:30pm • 1889 Barn • $225/couple • 21+ • 4065794865 • www.1889barn.com The 1889 Barn is a small event venue & art gallery located creekside on 21 acres in beautiful Gallatin Gateway. Join us for an upcoming dinner seating, 5 couples, 2 seatings per night, one ticket per couple.

TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.

BIG SKY BRAVERY TRIBUTE DINNER 6pm • The Commons at Baxter and Love, 1794 Baxter Lane, Bozeman • Contact Stephanie for inquiries • 21+ • 4066240066 • www.bigskybravery.org Annual Big Sky Bravery Tribute Dinner. stephanie@bigskybravery.org

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GET BURNT FILM PREMIERE 7-11pm • ELM, 506 7th Ave, Bozeman • $10 (Adv.) $12 (DOS) • logjampresents.com Bozeman’s favorite band, Puddle will bring the music for the night with two separate sets. Make sure you won’t miss it!

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org with admission or membership.

MONTANA CORN MAZE 10am-5pm • Montana Corn Maze • $10 -- Ages 4 and older ($10.33 for cards)Free -- Ages 3 and under Family farm with 6 acre maze, wagon ride, barrel train, & mini golf.

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FRIDAY NIGHT STAND UP WITH GEOFFREY ASMUS 7-8:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $20 online and $25 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www. lastbestcomedy.com Geoffrey has opened for Dave Attell, Mark Normand, Dan Soder, Fortune Feimster, Sam Morrill, and Daniel Sloss among others. He headlines comedy clubs nationwide and sleeps on Greyhounds around the world.

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DALE TRUMBORE RECITAL 7:30pm • Hope Lutheran Church, 2152 Graf St., Bozeman • $10 The student ensemble of soprano and alto voices, Voces Luminis, will perform with Trumbore, who will also deliver opening remarks and play a piano solo. MSU music faculty are also slated to perform pieces written by Trumbore.

LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Wednesday-Saturday featuring local and touring music acts.

MARGO CILKER W/SPECIAL GUEST CHRISTY HAYS 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $35 • livefromthedivide.com Singer songwriter Margo Cilker has carved out a niche performing original country songs from her home in rural Washington state.

MONTANA GAZETTE 8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • no cover • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com Montana’s 昀椀nest boot stompin’ old school country music.

FRIDAY NIGHT STAND UP WITH GEOFFREY ASMUS 9-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $20 online and $25 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www. lastbestcomedy.com Geoffrey has opened for Dave Attell, Mark Normand, Dan Soder, Fortune Feimster, Sam Morrill, and Daniel Sloss among others. He headlines comedy clubs nationwide and sleeps on Greyhounds around the world.

All listings are subject to change. Check ahead for full details.

BARBIE 9pm • MSU Procrastinator Theater, MSU SUB 287, Bozeman • $2 • www.montana.edu MSU’s Procrastinator Theater offers affordable entertainment!

BURGERS & BINGO 5:30pm • Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman • All ages • (406) 587-9996 Burgers & Bingo is back after a long hiatus, enjoy a burger and bingo every Saturday night.

TEN YEARS GONE 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Ten Years Gone gives music fans the ultimate tribute show to Led Zeppelin, bringing to life all of the songs fans know and love.

COUPLES DINNERS 5:30pm • 1889 Barn • $225/couple • 21+ • 4065794865 • www.1889barn.com The 1889 Barn is a small event venue & art gallery located creekside on 21 acres in beautiful Gallatin Gateway. Join us for an upcoming dinner seating, 5 couples, 2 seatings per night, one ticket per couple.

SATURDAY, OCT. 7 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

BOZEMAN WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET 9am-noon • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Area farmers have worked hard to drastically increase the amount of fresh greens and the variety of vegetables they can offer our community throughout the fall, winter and spring.

BOZEMAN FALL MADE FAIR 9am-4pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $10 VIP Pass, $5 Early Bird Pass, FREE 10am-4pm • All Ages • (406) 201-9229 • handmademontana.com Shop and discover a curated collection of 195+ local and regional artists. You can expect to see everything from affordable, functional works of art to 昀椀ne heirloom pieces at the show. Support a good cause and purchase a pass to shop early.

BRIDGER RAPTOR FESTIVAL 10am-6pm • Bridger Bowl, 15795 Bridger Canyon Road, Bozeman • FREE • All ages, no dogs • 800-223-9609 • bridgerbowl.com Festival activities center around raptor viewing and include nature walks and talks, educational and entertaining programs and activities for people of all ages.

MONTANA CORN MAZE 10am-7pm • Montana Corn Maze • $10 -- Ages 4 and older ($10.33 for cards)Free -- Ages 3 and under Family farm with 6 acre maze, wagon ride, barrel train, & mini golf.

BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE 10am-9pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

FAMILY STORYTIME 10:15-11am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • birth-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Singing simple rhymes and songs for babies, moving and grooving for tots, reading a longer book or two for preschoolers – this program has it all!

406 CONSIGNARY CHILDREN’S BOUTIQUE BOUTIQUE POPUP 10:30am-5pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Come shop & sell items for mom, children, teen & maternity at the fairgrounds in Bozeman!

HEART OF THE VALLEY OPEN HOUSE noon-3pm • Heart-The Valley Animal Shelter, 1549 East Cameron Bridge Road, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4063889399 • www.heartoftthevalleyshelter. org Join HOV for their annual open house! There will be shelter tours, refreshments, microchip clinic, kids activities, and more!

1889 BARN OPEN HOUSE noon-3pm • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn. com Tour restored history at the 1889 Barn.

POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Live Poker Tournaments in Bozeman Every Weekend on Saturdays & Sundays! Join us for No Limit Hold ‘em Cash Games 7 days a week starting at 3pm. Food, Drinks & Fun Every Day!

SUNDAY, OCT. 8 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

BRUNCH IN THE BARN 9:30am • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn.com Tickets off sale 24 hours prior available at 1889Barn.com

BARBIE 6:30pm • MSU Procrastinator Theater, MSU SUB 287, Bozeman • $2 • www.montana.edu MSU’s Procrastinator Theater offers affordable entertainment!

NOTORIOUS BOZ WITH MORGAN KEENAN OF CUDAWAY KNIVES 7-8pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy. com Notorious BOZ is a long-form improv show that celebrates the city of Bozeman, its history and its incredible citizens. Every show will feature a guest “Armando” or monologist who will share stories from their life.

GINGER & DA BOYZ 7pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • no cover • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com Rock, Pop, Country, Standards.

COUPLES DINNERS 7pm • 1889 Barn • $225/couple • 21+ • 4065794865 • www.1889barn.com The 1889 Barn is a small event venue & art gallery located creekside on 21 acres in beautiful Gallatin Gateway. Join us for an upcoming dinner seating, 5 couples, 2 seatings per night, one ticket per couple.

LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Wednesday-Saturday featuring local and touring music acts.

LANGHORNE SLIM + JOHN CRAIGIE 8pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $30 • 18+ • www.rialtobozeman.com curiosity, confusion + song MARGO CILKER W/SPECIAL GUEST CHRISTY HAYS 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $35 • livefromthedivide.com Singer songwriter Margo Cilker has carved out a niche performing original country songs from her home in rural Washington state.

GATEWAY SHOW 8pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • VIP Seating - $30 Online | $35 At The Door General Admission - $20 Online | $25 At The Door • 21+ • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Stand-up comedians take to the stage and tell their BEST jokes, then they go to an undisclosed location to get WAY too high, only to come back to the stage and ATTEMPT to tell more jokes completely baked.

406 CONSIGNARY CHILDREN’S BOUTIQUE BOUTIQUE POPUP 10am-2pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Come shop & sell items for mom, children, teen & maternity at the fairgrounds in Bozeman!

BRIDGER RAPTOR FESTIVAL 10am-3pm • Bridger Bowl, 15795 Bridger Canyon Road, Bozeman • FREE • All ages, no dogs • 800-223-9609 • bridgerbowl.com Festival activities center around raptor viewing and include nature walks and talks, educational and entertaining programs and activities for people of all ages.

BRUNCH IN THE BARN 11am • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn.com Tickets off sale 24 hours prior available at 1889Barn.com POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Live Poker Tournaments in Bozeman Every Weekend on Saturdays & Sundays! Join us for No Limit Hold ‘em Cash Games 7 days a week starting at 3pm. Food, Drinks & Fun Every Day! BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE noon-6pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

SUNDAY DANCE 1-5pm • American Legion Manhattan, 218 E Main St, Manhattan • $10 per person • 21+ • (406) 284-6138 Wow! Another great afternoon dancing to “Kate and the AlleyKats,” a group that continues to amaze us with their versatility and appreciation of good-old-western and contemporary music that “heals” our work-week woes. Come join us....

CRAFTERNOON: INTRO TO WIRE WRAPPED STONES 2-4pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn the basic skills needed to wrap wire around polished tumbled stones to create beautiful pendants.

WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm-12:30am • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!

WHIZ BANG! INTOXICATING COMEDY 9-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Whiz BANG! is an explosion of intoxicating comedy! Exciting, high-energy, shortform improv that is so funny it’s criminal. An hour long show with lots of audience interaction, it’s the perfect show to bring some pals or a date.

OPPENHEIMER 9pm • MSU Procrastinator Theater, MSU SUB 287, Bozeman • $2 • www.montana.edu MSU’s Procrastinator Theater offers affordable entertainment!

TEN YEARS GONE 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Ten Years Gone gives music fans the ultimate tribute show to Led Zeppelin, bringing to life all of the songs fans know and love.

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PRESCHOOL PIONEERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included w/ membership/ admission • Ages: 3-5 • 4069942252 • museumoftherockies.org This new early education museum program engages 3–5-year-old children and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and hands-on experiences.

BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.

YOGA FOR ALL 12:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary. org Our movement series meets weekly outside to the east of Bozeman Public Library. Please call (406)582-2410 or check bozemanlibrary.org the day of if the weather is questionable.

YOGA ON THE LAWN 2-3pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • (406) 388-4346 • www.belgradelibrary.org Take time for yourself to stretch, breathe, and relax during this hour of yoga. Please bring a mat.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

ADD YOUR OWN EVENTS AT: www.bozemanmagazine.com STAGE 1 IMPROV FOUNDATIONS: SUNDAY CLASSES SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER 2-4:30PM 2-4:30pm • Keller Williams Of昀椀ce - 2nd 昀氀oor • 500 • 4065807974 • stagecon昀椀dence.com In Stage 1 Classes, you embark on the exciting beginning of your growth journey. These classes are designed to lay a strong foundation in communication, con昀椀dence, and relationship-building skills.

GAME NIGHT 2-10pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ Bring a game in to play and receive a free drink.

BOZEMAN ICEDOGS VS. GREAT FALLS AMERICANS 4:30pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • Student $5, Senior/Military $8, Adults $10 • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov North American Tier III Hockey, Go Icedogs!

IN CONVERSATION: BRENDAN O’BRIEN & BRAIN GUYER 6pm • Country Bookshelf, 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman • suggests $5 donation to HRDC • (406)587-0166 • www.countrybookshelf.com Brendan O’Brien and Brain Guyer will discuss O’Brien’s new book Homesick.

BRIDGER MOUNTAIN BIG BAND 7-9:30pm • Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9996 The Bridger Mountain Big Band is a 17-piece jazz orchestra that plays all styles of music from the 1.

THE WHAGS 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak!

Featuring the Seattle-based funk rock band “The Whags”.

HAUFBRAU HOUSE OPEN MIC 10pm • The Haufbrau, 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 587-4931 • www.facebook.com Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

MONDAY, OCT. 9 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks.

IMPROV FOR PROFESSIONALS: MONDAY CLASSES 10am-noon • Keller Williams Of昀椀ce - 2nd 昀氀oor • $500 • 4065807974 • stagecon昀椀dence.com Enhance creativity, boost con昀椀dence, and break out of your shell in our “Improv for Professionals” class.

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OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

Z’S GREEK KITCHEN DEBUT 4pm • La Cuisine, 2405 W Main St STE 6, Bozeman • $99 Chef Zeynep Martello offers authentic Greek cuisine, while sharing her heritage and passion for all things culinary.

GAGE SOWELL 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • All ages • (406) 359-1999 • www.redtractorpizza.com Live music while you dine.

NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org If writing Non昀椀ction is your creative outlet, join a group of like-minded writers of various levels and skill.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9pm • Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub.com Join us for our weekly trivia night, Game Night Live is a leader in bar trivia and music bingo, putting on awesome games at local venues that everyone can enjoy.

GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Colombo’s Pizza & Pasta • FREE • All Ages • (406) 587-5544 • GameNightLive.com The games you love in your favorite places! Free trivia at Colombo’s at both 6 & 7 pm!

BEGINNING TANGO LESSONS & DANCING 7-10pm • J & Company, 307 E. Main St., Bozeman • FREE • jandcompanybar. com Beginning drop in Argentine tango lessons, if you want to try it out or if you want to augment your learning if you are taking a series.

THE GLORIOUS SONS - THE GLORY TOUR 7-11pm • The ELM • $25 (Adv.) $30 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents. com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome The Glorious Sons for a live in concert performance.

MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME W/ THE WHAGS 8pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $10 in advance, $15 at the door • 21+ • 4065795412 • 昀椀llertickets.com Mountain Standard Time and The Whags get down at the Filling Station!

MAKING MOVIES & BLVCK HIPPIES 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $45 • livefromthedivide.com A psychedelic Panamanian band that makes American music with an asterisk: because Making Movies’ sound encompasses the entirety of the Americas.

HAUFBRAU HOUSE OPEN MIC 10pm • The Haufbrau, 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 587-4931 • www.facebook.com Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

TUESDAY, OCT. 10 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

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HOW FULL IS YOUR BUCKET WORKSHOP 6:30-7:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A workshop on a mindful commitment to personal health goals.

CARBON LEAF 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $32.50 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com This Virginia quintet’s well-hewn live show and musical style drift in and out of Americana, bluegrass, rock, folk, Celtic and pop traditions with ease BONE DRY COMEDY HOUR OPEN MIC 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Our weekly open mic is a safe, friendly, supportive place to start your comedy journey, try new material, and connect to the Bozeman Stand up scene. Jump in or just enjoy the laughs!

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 11 ATHENA CONFERENCE 2023 Kimpton Armory Hotel, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $749 • (406) 551-7702 • www.armoryhotelbzn.com “Make Space”- Thought Leaders from across the United States will discuss Women’s Equity, Women’s Leadership, Rede昀椀ning Ambition, Boundaries and Burnout, and How to be the CFO of your Finances.

FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

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LITTLE LEARNERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages: 1 – 3 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org This new interactive museum program engages toddlers and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and exploratory sensory experiences. Registration is required.

MONTANA CORN MAZE 10am-7pm • Montana Corn Maze • $10 -- Ages 4 and older ($10.33 for cards)Free -- Ages 3 and under Family farm with 6 acre maze, wagon ride, barrel train, & mini golf.

TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.

QIGONG 12:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Our movement series meets weekly outside to the east of Bozeman Public Library. Please call (406)582-2410 or check bozemanlibrary. org the day of if the weather is questionable.

SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed speci昀椀cally for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.

READ WITH A DOG 4-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Kids can read with an Intermountain Therapy Dog each Wednesday afternoon.

LAST BEST PLACE WEDNESDAYS 5-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Enjoy 10% off total bill with a valid Montana ID. GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.

GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Audreys Pizza Oven & Freefall Brewery, 806 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • No Cover • (406) 522-5456 • www.audreyspizzaoven.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games!

BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE 6-9pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

DISNEY ENCANTO: THE SING ALONG FILM CONCERT 6:30pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $59.50 + fees • (406) 994-CATS • www.brickbreeden.com Sing along with their favorite GRAMMY®-Award winning songs performed by a live band while watching the full 昀椀lm.

BINGO 7-9pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.

WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance 昀氀oor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes. See ya at THE JUMP every Wednesday!

THE MOUNTAIN GOATS 7-11pm • The ELM • $40-$50 (Adv.) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome The Mountain Goats for a live in concert performance.

STORY MANSION STRING JAM 7pm • The Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman • 406-582-2910 • www.friendsofthestory.org As a group, we will pick our favorite songs and 昀椀ll the mansion with music! This is an Acoustic String Jam. 40TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF STOP MAKING SENSE 7pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $9.75-11.75 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com A24 brings the greatest concert 昀椀lm of all time, STOP MAKING SENSE, back to the screen in this new and complete restoration for the 昀椀lm’s 40th anniversary.

CLOUDSPOTTING WITH THE CLOUD APPRECIATION SOCIETY 7pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies.org Gavin Pretor-Pinney, founder of the Cloud Appreciation Society, takes you on an illustrated tour of the sky.

HAUFBRAU HOUSE OPEN MIC 10pm • The Haufbrau, 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 587-4931 • www.facebook.com Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

THURSDAY, OCT. 12 ATHENA CONFERENCE 2023 Kimpton Armory Hotel, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $749 • (406) 551-7702 • www.armoryhotelbzn.com “Make Space”- Thought Leaders from across the United States will discuss Women’s Equity, Women’s Leadership, Rede昀椀ning Ambition, Boundaries and Burnout, and How to be the CFO of your Finances.

FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.

GYROKINESIS 12:15-1pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A movement method that addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion and creating functional strength through rhythmic, 昀氀owing movement sequences.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

LEGO CLUB 3:30-4:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 5-12 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Take inspiration from the weekly challenge or free build, work solo or collaborate – it’s in your hands, LEGO Architect!

FILM: STOP MAKING SENSE 7pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $11.50-13.50 • (406) 585-5885 • www. theellentheatre.com The greatest concert 昀椀lm of all time, STOP MAKING SENSE brings to the screen Talking Heads at Hollywood’s Pantages Theater in December 1983. A24 Films. Rated PG. 88 minutes.

THIRSTY THURSDAY 5pm • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • 21+ • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn.com Come enjoy a drink at the refurbished barn.

CORE SKILLS OF A MEDITATION PRACTICE 7:15-8:45pm • Bozeman Dharma Center • Sliding Scale: $40-$120; no one turned away for lack of funds • 4062192140 • bozemandharmacenter.org Designed to be both an intro for beginners and a tune-up for those with experience, this course will clarify your home practice.

Come learn from Melissa McKay, visiting Insight Meditation teacher. Re-fuel and get inspired.

TRIVIA WITH TRIVIA TOM 5:30-7:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery Four Corners • FREE • All Ages • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Come on down and enjoy some of the best trivia in the valley, curated by the legendary Trivia Tom!

ROOTZ WITHIN W/ COLE THORNE 8pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $10 in advance, $15 at the door • 21+ • 4065795412 • 昀椀llertickets.com Rootz within brings the reggae jams to the Filling Station with Cole Thorne!

FINAL 5K BREW RUN 6pm • TBD • $8 • 21+ • www.bozemanrunningcompany.com Take a different route and try a different brew each month with Bozeman Running Company.

JAZZ NIGHT W/EDDIE T 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music every Wednesday.

TOBACCO PREVENTION CLASS 6:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org This is a four-part class that will run through the fall. Part 2:The Youth Vaping Crisis

LADIES NIGHT 8pm-2am • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy 2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.

INTRO TO LASER CUTTING 6:30-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org The basics of how laser cutting works, how to 昀椀nd and make 昀椀les for laser cutting.

J&COMEDY OPEN MIC 9-11pm • J & Company, 307 E. Main St., Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • 4063591632 • bonedrycomedy.com Join us for laughs and drinks every Wednesday. J&Comedy is Bozeman’s longest-running comedy open mic. It Boasts classic comedy open mic in a classy downtown Bozeman bar.

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MONTANA CORN MAZE 10am-5pm • Montana Corn Maze • $10 -- Ages 4 and older ($10.33 for cards)Free -- Ages 3 and under Family farm with 6 acre maze, wagon ride, barrel train, & mini golf.

SATSANG October 13 - The ELM

TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.

BOZEMAN GOLD CLUB 12:10-1pm • First Security Bank, 208 E. Main St,, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-580-1921 • www. toastmasters.org A friendly group of individuals who meet weekly on Fridays at 12:10 p.m. in the basement of the First Security Bank to improve our communication skills.

SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed speci昀椀cally for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org with admission or membership.

NEW EVENTS ADDED DAILY AT: www.bozemanmagazine.com MOR’S PRESENTING PREHISTORY: PALEOGENE BEAVER CREEK WITH KALLIE MOORE 5:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 994-2251 • www. museumoftherockies.org Join University of Montana’s Paleontology Collections Manager, Kallie Moore, for an insightful look into the Eocene-Oligocene-aged Beaver Creek fossil locality.

STOP THE BLEED CLASS 6-7pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • Ages 12 and up • 4063884346 • forms.gle Join Bozeman Health Trauma Team at Belgrade Community Library for a Stop the Bleed Class.

BOOBASH 2023 6-8pm • Pinspiration Bozeman • $35 per child • Age 3+ • 406-219-3786 • bozeman.pinspiration.com/calendar/ All little ghouls and goblins are invited to join us for BooBash! Ticket includes Halloween-themed crafts, ghostly games, and spooky snacks. Reservations required. Multiple sessions available for ages 3-9 and 10+.

SIP, SAVOR, CODE BOZEMAN 6-8:30pm • The Baxter Hotel, 105 W. Main St, Bozeman • $75 • 4077546223 • www.codegirlsunited. org/events Join us as talented chef Matthew Deckard serves up ‘Chef’s Choice’ courses of gourmet bites and wine pairings. Enjoy gourmet food, wine, live music, conversation and learn about Code Girls United’s mission throughout the state of Montana!

HAUNTINGS OF MONTANA 6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org In the Cottonwood Room EARTH TO EARTH, DUST TO DUST: GREEN BURIALS 6:30-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org As a follow-up to the 2023 Symbozium on End of Life issues, Bozeman Public Library invites the public to learn about Green or ‘Natural’ burial.

VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • Blend, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.

ERYN BENT 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak!

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KGLT & HOP LOUNGE PRESENT LIVE DJ NIGHT 7pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • (406) 404-1784 Every Thursday beginning at 7pm, enjoy vinyl spinning while you dine/drink.

THURSDAY NIGHT OUT! 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Improv Thursday Nights are back and it’s the perfect time to check our hilarious improv shows! A showcase of some of our awesome teams paired with our signature show Now With Annie & Levin!

THERAPY THURSDAY W/ QUEER BOZEMAN 8pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • www.rialtobozeman.com Grab your friends, embrace your kink(s), dress to make yourself feel amazing, and come dance with us and DJ Christina Carmona!

FRIDAY, OCT. 13 ATHENA CONFERENCE 2023 Kimpton Armory Hotel, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $749 • (406) 551-7702 • www.armoryhotelbzn.com “Make Space”- Thought Leaders from across the United States will discuss Women’s Equity, Women’s Leadership, Rede昀椀ning Ambition, Boundaries and Burnout, and How to be the CFO of your Finances.

FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

VIRTUAL FOSSIL FRIDAYS 9-9:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Join Outreach Program Manager Ashley Hall virtually on select Fridays to learn about one of the museum’s fantastic fossil specimens. Bring your curiosity and ask questions via Zoom.

LITTLE LEARNERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages: 1 – 3 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org This new interactive museum program engages toddlers and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and exploratory sensory experiences. Registration is required.

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ANNUAL ZOMBIE WALK 4-9pm • Lewis and Clark Park, 205 E. Main St, Belgrade • FREE • All Ages • 4065808855 • www.facebook.com There will be makeup station, bring food bank items and get a free Halloween themed item. Candy and more and will walk the block a couple times. Also music and fun come enjoy as a family. Weather pending.

BOOBASH 2023 4:30-6:30pm • Pinspiration Bozeman • $35 per child • Age 3+ • 406-219-3786 • bozeman.pinspiration.com/ calendar/ All little ghouls and goblins are invited to join us for BooBash! Ticket includes Halloween-themed crafts, ghostly games, and spooky snacks. Reservations required. Multiple sessions available for ages 3-9 and 10+.

HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 5-6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Join us for Happy Hour Open Mic with host Jon Jacobs! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Grab your of昀椀ce mates and come try your hand at some comedy. Sign-ups start at 4:30pm.

BLUE & GOLD GALA 5:30pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $150 • (406) 994-CATS • www.brickbreeden. com Help fund all MSU student-athlete scholarships.

BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE 6-9pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

RAYS OF HOPE GALA 6pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • $125 each • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin. mt.gov Cancer Support Community Montana’s Annual Gala includes a live & silent auction, plated dinner by Just A Taste Catering, and an amazing evening.

FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Live local Jazz every Friday while you dine.

NOTORIOUS BOZ WITH KATE BRITTON 7-8pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com This week’s Armando is Kate Britton. Kate has been involved with theater and acting nearly all her life. From humble beginnings, growing up in the woods of Idaho, she went on to work as artist in New York, LA, London, Australia, and Montana.

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BOOBASH 2023 7-9pm • Pinspiration Bozeman • $35 per child • Age 3+ • 406-219-3786 • bozeman.pinspiration.com/calendar/ All little ghouls and goblins are invited to join us for BooBash! Ticket includes Halloween-themed crafts, ghostly games, and spooky snacks. Reservations required. Multiple sessions available for ages 3-9 and 10+.

ECLIPSE PERFORMANCE 9:11am • Tinworks Art, 719 N. Ida Ave, Bozeman • www.tinworksart.org For this performance of Aŋpáwi Aíyokpaza (Eclipse), Kite will gather a group of local musicians on October 14, 2023 between 9:11am and 10:52am in Bozeman, Montana. The time was chosen to coincide with the unfolding of the partial solar eclipse

BOOBASH 2023 3-5pm • Pinspiration Bozeman • $35 per child • Age 3+ • 406-219-3786 • bozeman.pinspiration.com/calendar/ All little ghouls and goblins are invited to join us for BooBash! Ticket includes Halloween-themed crafts, ghostly games, and spooky snacks. Reservations required. Multiple sessions available for ages 3-9 and 10+.

SATSANG 7-11pm • The ELM • $22 (Adv.) $27 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Satsang for a live in concert performance.

FAMILY HOLIDAY PHOTOS 10am-2pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • All Ages • 4063884346 • www.belgrademt.gov Reserve your 10 minute time slot at belgradelibrary.org/adults.

MONTANA FRESH HOP FESTIVAL 4-8pm • Bozeman Fairgrounds Barn #1 & #2 • $25 • 21+ • 4062090334 • mtfreshfest.com Come enjoy a harvest festival featuring delicious fresh hopped styles of beer from 35+ Montana breweries and beyond. Join us as we celebrate the completion of the harvest season with delicious beers, live music, and tasty eats from local food vendors

THE RASTRELLI CELLO QUARTET 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $33 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com “The Rastrelli Cello Quartet is out to cross all genres!”

-Strings Magazine LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Wednesday-Saturday featuring local and touring music acts.

MARTY O’REILLY 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $40 • livefromthedivide.com Explaining Marty O’Reilly’s music is like describing a dream.

BPS ANNUAL CEMETERY TOURS 8pm • Sunset Hills Cemetery, Bozeman • $5 • All Ages • 4065808855 • www.facebook.com Come out learn about how to be a ghost hunter and experience a spooky evening with Bozeman Paranormal society and more Come out and learn how to be a ghost hunter and experience a spooky evening with Bozeman paranormal, learn about the equipment used SHAKEDOWN COUNTY 8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • no cover • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt. com Great Falls #1 Country Dance Band!

MARTY O’REILLY 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $40 • livefromthedivide.com His songs sound bluesy but not blues, folk but not folk, soulful but not soul.

BUFFALO GALAXY 9pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $10 in advance, $15 at the door • 21+ • 4065795412 • 昀椀llertickets.com Elements of bluegrass, country, pop and jam coalesce while Buffalo Galaxy burns bright in the bluegrass universe!

WHIZ BANG! INTOXICATING COMEDY 9-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Whiz BANG! is an explosion of intoxicating comedy! Exciting, high-energy, shortform improv that is so funny it’s criminal. An hour long show with lots of audience interaction, it’s the perfect show to bring some pals or a date.

EL WENCHO 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com El Wencho is a powerhouse duo with big sound that relates the Montana lifestyle through immersive lyrics, catchy melodies and driving rhythms.

SATURDAY, OCT. 14 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

BOZEMAN WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET 9am-noon • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Area farmers have worked hard to drastically increase the amount of fresh greens and the variety of vegetables they can offer our community throughout the fall, winter and spring.

FAMILY HOLIDAY PHOTOS 10am-2pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • All Ages • 4063884346 • www.belgrademt.gov Need a photo for your upcoming holiday cards? We are partnering with Tina O’Donnell Photography to bring you a free, festive photograph! RSVP required. Belgradelibrary.org.

A NIGHT WITH JESSE AND FRIENDS 5pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • $50 • 18+ • (406)404-9000 • www.vergetheater.com Come experience a night of music, laughter, and storytelling with Jesse and Friends.

MONTANA CORN MAZE 10am-7pm • Montana Corn Maze • $10 -- Ages 4 and older ($10.33 for cards)Free -- Ages 3 and under Family farm, 6 acre maze, wagon ride, barrel train, & mini golf.

BURGERS & BINGO 5:30pm • Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman • All ages • (406) 587-9996 Burgers & Bingo is back after a long hiatus, enjoy a burger and bingo every Saturday night.

BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE 10am-9pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

MSU FOOTBALL VS. CAL POLY 6pm • Bobcat Stadium, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $30-55 • (406) 994-4221 • www.msubobcats.com Parent/Family Weekend

FAMILY STORYTIME 10:15-11am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • birth-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Singing simple rhymes and songs for babies, moving and grooving for tots, reading a longer book or two for preschoolers – this program has it all!

SHOWCASE SATURDAY 10:15am-noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org A time for creatives of all types to come together at The Work Bench to show off their work and receive feedback from each other.

ECLIPSE PERFORMANCE 10:52am • Tinworks Art, 719 N. Ida Ave, Bozeman • www.tinworksart.org For this performance of Aŋpáwi Aíyokpaza (Eclipse), Kite will gather a group of local musicians on October 14, 2023 between 9:11am and 10:52am in Bozeman, Montana. The time was chosen to coincide with the unfolding of the partial solar eclipse FREE BEGINNER UKULELE LESSONS & JAM 11am-2pm • Gallatin Valley Mall, 2825 West Main St., Bozeman • FREE • (406) 586-4565 • gallatinvalleymall.com This is a free group lesson and jam session held every second and fourth Saturday.

SIGNATURE STAND UP WITH KEVIN JAMES THORNTON 78:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $20 online and $25 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Kevin James Thornton has built a loyal following with his hilarious, heartfelt and occasionally cringey moments of self re昀氀ection about growing up gay in a religious community. He has over 2 million followers on Instagram and TikTok. PREACHER LAWSON 7-11pm • The ELM • $35-$50 (Adv.) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents welcome Preacher Lawson for a live in concert performance.

THE SILHOUETTES 7pm • Warren Miller Performing Arts Center, 45465 Gallatin Road, Big Sky • $15/25 • 406-995-6345 • www. warrenmillerpac.org Using light, color, video, photographs, dance, acting and mime, the actors onstage (many of them children) perform stories that unfold with depth, intrigue, beauty and mystique.

SCRATCHIN’ GRAVEL 7pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • no cover • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt. com Bluegrass Duo TOP TIER BOXING: FIGHT NIGHT 7pm • Kimpton Armory Hotel, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $20-800 • (406) 551-7702 • www. armoryhotelbzn.com Hosted by the Cala昀椀ore Brothers from CBS’ “Big Brother” and MTV’s “The Challenge.” Talent will be 昀氀ying in from around the world to show their skills.

BOOBASH 2023 noon-2pm • Pinspiration Bozeman • $35 per child • Age 3+ • 406-219-3786 • bozeman.pinspiration.com/ calendar/ All little ghouls and goblins are invited to join us for BooBash! Ticket includes Halloween-themed crafts, ghostly games, and spooky snacks. Reservations required. Multiple sessions available for ages 3-9 and 10+.

POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Live Poker Tournaments in Bozeman Every Weekend on Saturdays & Sundays! Join us for No Limit Hold ‘em Cash Games 7 days a week starting at 3pm. Food, Drinks & Fun Every Day! FAMILY GROSSOLOGY HALLOWEEN PARTY 1-4pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with museum membership/admission • (406) 994-2251 • www. museumoftherockies.org Start your Halloween celebrations with MOR’s “grossest” annual family tradition!

FIBER ARTS 2-4pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Bring an easily mobile 昀椀ber-based craft for a social meet up with other 昀椀ber artists in the Bozeman community.

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SUNDAY DANCE 1-5pm • American Legion Manhattan, 218 E Main St, Manhattan • $10 per person • 21+ • (406) 284-6138 Kickoff your Sunday with the rafter-rocking “Powderhorn” band and their honky-tockin’ talent for taxing every joint in your body...truly an afternoon of sampling true western entertainment at its best... and without doubt, it keeps you on your toes!

EL WENCHO October 13/14 - Chico Hot Springs

STAGE 1 IMPROV FOUNDATIONS: SUNDAY CLASSES SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER 2-4:30PM 2-4:30pm • Keller Williams Of昀椀ce - 2nd 昀氀oor • 500 • 4065807974 • stagecon昀椀dence.com In Stage 1 Classes, you embark on the exciting beginning of your growth journey. These classes are designed to lay a strong foundation in communication, con昀椀dence, and relationship-building skills.

GAME NIGHT 2-10pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ Bring a game in to play and receive a free drink.

BILLY THE KID & TCHAIKOVSKY’S VIOLIN CONCERTO 2:30-4pm • Willson Auditorium, 404 W. Main St., Bozeman • Starting as low as $29 • All Ages • 4065859774 • www.bozemansymphony.org Aaron Copland’s Billy the Kid depicts the Wild West and American music in its truest form! Acclaimed violinist and two-time GRAMMY nominee, Jennifer Frautschi performs Tchaikovsky’s 昀氀ashy Violin Concerto.

ADD YOUR OWN EVENTS AT: www.bozemanmagazine.com BILLY THE KID & TCHAIKOVSKY’S VIOLIN CONCERTO 7:30-9pm • Willson Auditorium, 404 W. Main St., Bozeman • Starting as low as $29 • All Ages • 4065859774 • www.bozemansymphony.org Aaron Copland’s Billy the Kid depicts the Wild West and American music in its truest form! Acclaimed violinist and two-time GRAMMY nominee, Jennifer Frautschi performs Tchaikovsky’s 昀氀ashy Violin Concerto.

BOOT JUICE 9pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $10 in advance, $15 at the door • 21+ • (406) 587-0585 Boot Juice shifts effortlessly between driving bluegrass and americana into cosmic rock n roll.

LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Wednesday-Saturday featuring local and touring music acts.

FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

BPS ANNUAL CEMETERY TOURS 8pm • Sunset Hills Cemetery, Bozeman • $5 • All Ages • 4065808855 • www.facebook.com Come out learn about how to be a ghost hunter and experience a spooky evening with Bozeman Paranormal society and more Come out and learn how to be a ghost hunter and experience a spooky evening with Bozeman paranormal, learn about the equipment used

DOGDASH MONSTER MASH 3K 11am-1pm • Story Mill Community Park • $25 • All ages • dogdash3k.com This event is all about celebrating the incredible bond we share with our dogs and honoring the unwavering love, companionship, and motivation they bring into our lives.

BRENT COBB WITH DYLAN GOSSETT 8pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $20 • 18+ • www.rialtobozeman.com Cobb has a name for that rich tapestry of music — “southern eclectic” — and he offers up his own version of it with his newest album, Southern Star.

SUNDAY, OCT. 15

POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Live Poker Tournaments in Bozeman Every Weekend on Saturdays & Sundays! Join us for No Limit Hold ‘em Cash Games 7 days a week starting at 3pm. Food, Drinks & Fun Every Day!

WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm-12:30am • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!

BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE noon-6pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

SIGNATURE STAND UP WITH KEVIN JAMES THORNTON 9-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $20 online and $25 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Kevin James Thornton has built a loyal following with his hilarious, heartfelt and occasionally cringey moments of self re昀氀ection about growing up gay in a religious community. He has over 2 million followers on Instagram and TikTok.

BOOBASH 2023 1-3pm • Pinspiration Bozeman • $35 per child • Age 3+ • 406-219-3786 • bozeman.pinspiration.com/calendar/ All little ghouls and goblins are invited to join us for BooBash! Ticket includes Halloween-themed crafts, ghostly games, and spooky snacks. Reservations required. Multiple sessions available for ages 3-9 and 10+.

EL WENCHO 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com El Wencho is a powerhouse duo with big sound that relates the Montana lifestyle through immersive lyrics, catchy melodies and driving rhythms.

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HOBBY SUPPLY SWAP 1-4:45pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Bring new or like-new items to the library before the event. Items will be accepted starting on October 13th.

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BRIDGER MOUNTAIN BIG BAND 7-9:30pm • Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9996 The Bridger Mountain Big Band is a 17-piece jazz orchestra that plays all styles of music from the 1.

PAIGE & THE PEOPLE’S BAND 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Bozeman-based funk band “Paige & the People’s Band”.

HAUFBRAU HOUSE OPEN MIC 10pm • The Haufbrau, 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 587-4931 • www.facebook.com Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

MONDAY, OCT. 16 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

IMPROV FOR PROFESSIONALS: MONDAY CLASSES 10am-noon • Keller Williams Of昀椀ce - 2nd 昀氀oor • $500 • 4065807974 • stagecon昀椀dence.com Enhance creativity, boost con昀椀dence, and break out of your shell in our “Improv for Professionals” class.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

SACAJAWEA AUDUBON – BIRDS & BEAVERS MASK MAKING 5:30-7pm • MOSS Of昀椀ce • FREE • Everyone is welcome! Come make a mask inspired by ravens, magpies, crows, and jays (or beavers, bats, and bones!).

BAR+CHURCH 6-8pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • All ages A time to gather and have a beer, coke, water… and enjoy conversations about how life and faith intersect.

(You can bring your own food and they allow children).

BOARD GAME NIGHT 6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A chance to test your strategy and teamwork skills with board games and other adults.

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MOVIE NIGHT: THE LORD IS NOT ON TRIAL HERE TODAY 6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Once a month the library will host a summer movie night showing a documentary. Bring your own beanbag and join us for a quiet evening.

JAKOB ALEXANDER 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • All ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Live music while you dine.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9pm • Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub.com Join us for our weekly trivia night, Game Night Live is a leader in bar trivia and music bingo, putting on awesome games at local venues that everyone can enjoy.

BEGINNING TANGO LESSONS & DANCING 7-10pm • J & Company, 307 E. Main St., Bozeman • FREE • jandcompanybar. com Beginning drop in Argentine tango lessons, if you want to try it out or if you want to augment your learning if you are taking a series.

HAUFBRAU HOUSE OPEN MIC 10pm • The Haufbrau, 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 587-4931 • www.facebook.com Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

TUESDAY, OCT. 17 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

DEVELOPMENT + GRANT WRITING ROUNDTABLE 9-10am • Online via Zoom Open to all development, fundraising and grant writing staff at Gallatin County nonpro昀椀t organizations. These sessions occur the third Tuesday of each month.

PRESCHOOL PIONEERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included w/ membership/ admission • Ages: 3-5 • 4069942252 • museumoftherockies.org This new early education museum program engages 3–5-year-old children and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and hands-on experiences.

BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.

YOGA FOR ALL 12:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary. org Our movement series meets weekly outside to the east of Bozeman Public Library. Please call (406)582-2410 or check bozemanlibrary.org the day of if the weather is questionable.

YOGA ON THE LAWN 2-3pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • (406) 388-4346 • www.belgradelibrary.org Take time for yourself to stretch, breathe, and relax during this hour of yoga. Please bring a mat.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

LECTURE: BUILT ON A TICK 5:30-7:30pm • Norm Asbjornson Hall, Montana State University, Bozeman • FREE The progression of Rocky Mountain Laboratories, a National Institutes of Health facility located in Hamilton that focuses on biomedical research, will be the theme of the annual Medical History of the West conference.

NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org If writing Non昀椀ction is your creative outlet, join a group of like-minded writers of various levels and skill.

GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Colombo’s Pizza & Pasta • FREE • All Ages • (406) 587-5544 • GameNightLive.com The games you love in your favorite places! Free trivia at Colombo’s at both 6 & 7 pm!

RECIPE TEST KITCHEN 6:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Calling all cooks, bakers, and food lovers! Find a recipe, cook at home, bring in results and any notes.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 18 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

SCIENCE INQUIRY SERIES: GHOSTS OF THE HIGH COUNTRY-THE ELUSIVE WOLVERINE AND LYNX IN MONTANA 6-7:15pm • Museum of the Rockies • FREE • All Ages • 406-994-2251 • www. gallatinscience.org Wildlife researchers Kalon Baughan and Bret Davis will share their experience monitoring rare and elusive wolverines and lynxes.

GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.

GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Audreys Pizza Oven & Freefall Brewery, 806 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • No Cover • (406) 522-5456 • www.audreyspizzaoven.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games!

TAYLOR BURLAGE 6-8pm • MAP Brewing Co, 510 Manley Rd, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 587-4070 • www.mapbrewing.com Join us for another Wednesday night of live music.

LITTLE LEARNERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages: 1 – 3 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org This new interactive museum program engages toddlers and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and exploratory sensory experiences. Registration is required.

BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE 6-9pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

MONTANA CORN MAZE 10am-7pm • Montana Corn Maze • $10 -- Ages 4 and older ($10.33 for cards)Free -- Ages 3 and under Family farm with 6 acre maze, wagon ride, barrel train, & mini golf.

BPL BOOK CLUB: THE RIVER WE REMEMBER 6:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org The Library Book Club will discuss The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger. In 1958, a small Minnesota town is rocked by the murder of its most powerful citizens.

TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.

QIGONG 12:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Our movement series meets weekly outside to the east of Bozeman Public Library. Please call (406)582-2410 or check bozemanlibrary. org the day of if the weather is questionable.

SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed speci昀椀cally for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.

INTRO TO MACHINE EMBROIDERY 6:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 14+ • 406-5707752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org The basics of how the embroidery machine works, how to 昀椀nd and make 昀椀les for embroidery.

BINGO 7-9pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.

WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance 昀氀oor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes. See ya at THE JUMP every Wednesday!

BPL BOOK CLUB: THE RIVER WE REMEMBER 3pm • Gallatin Valley Mall, 2825 West Main St., Bozeman • FREE • (406) 586-4565 • gallatinvalleymall.com The Library Book Club will discuss The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger. In 1958, a small Minnesota town is rocked by the murder of its most powerful citizens.

READ WITH A DOG 4-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Kids can read with an Intermountain Therapy Dog each Wednesday afternoon.

FIBER ARTS 4-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Bring an easily mobile 昀椀ber-based craft for a social meet up with other 昀椀ber artists in the Bozeman community.

LAST BEST PLACE WEDNESDAYS 5-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Enjoy 10% off total bill with a valid Montana ID.

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THE LIL’ SMOKIES 7-11pm • The ELM • $25-$40 (Adv.) $30-$40 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome The Lil’ Smokies for a live in concert performance.

DWIGHT YOKUM + THE MAVERICKS October 21 - Brick Breedan Fieldhouse

KGLT & HOP LOUNGE PRESENT LIVE DJ NIGHT 7pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • (406) 404-1784 Every Thursday beginning at 7pm, enjoy vinyl spinning while you dine/drink.

THURSDAY NIGHT OUT! 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Improv Thursday Nights are back and it’s the perfect time to check our hilarious improv shows! A showcase of some of our awesome teams paired with our signature show Now With Annie & Levin!

POLYRHYTHMICS WITH STILGONE 8pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $20 • 18+ • www.rialtobozeman.com A Seattle based progressive funk, psychedelic rock and modern afro-beat.

FRIDAY, OCT. 20 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

ADD YOUR OWN EVENTS AT: www.bozemanmagazine.com DAVID CROSS 7-11pm • The ELM • SOLD OUT • 18+ • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome David Cross for a live stand up performance.

ANTHONY RAY HINTON 7pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • FREE, ticketed • (406) 994-CATS • www. brickbreeden.com Anthony Ray Hinton survived for 30 years on Alabama’s death row. His story is a decades-long journey to exoneration and freedom.

JAZZ NIGHT W/EDDIE T 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music every Wednesday.

LADIES NIGHT 8pm-2am • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy 2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.

J&COMEDY OPEN MIC 9-11pm • J & Company, 307 E. Main St., Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • 4063591632 • bonedrycomedy.com Join us for laughs and drinks every Wednesday. J&Comedy is Bozeman’s longest-running comedy open mic. It Boasts classic comedy open mic in a classy downtown Bozeman bar.

HAUFBRAU HOUSE OPEN MIC 10pm • The Haufbrau, 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 587-4931 • www.facebook.com Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

THURSDAY, OCT. 19

STOP MOTION STORYTELLING 9am-3pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • $80 ($95 w/aftercare) • Grades 1-5 • 4065229087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Animate your own sci-昀椀 story with Lego.

BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.

GYROKINESIS 12:15-1pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A movement method that addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion and creating functional strength through rhythmic, 昀氀owing movement sequences.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

LEGO CLUB 3:30-4:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 5-12 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Take inspiration from the weekly challenge or free build, work solo or collaborate – it’s in your hands, LEGO Architect!

TEEN LAB THURSDAYS 4-5:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • ages 12-18 • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Laser Cut Mini Haunted Houses

FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

THIRSTY THURSDAY 5pm • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • 21+ • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn.com Come enjoy a drink at the refurbished barn.

MSU SHADOW DAY 8am-3:30pm • MSU Bozeman, 168 Strand Union Bldg., Bozeman Pairs visitors with MSU engineering and computer science majors for classes and labs, fun activities, informational sessions, and more.

TRIVIA WITH TRIVIA TOM 5:30-7:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery Four Corners • FREE • All Ages • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Come on down and enjoy some of the best trivia in the valley, curated by the legendary Trivia Tom!

PIR DAY CAMPS 8:30am-3pm • Fire Station 3, 1705 Vaquero Pkwy, Bozeman • $100/PIR Day* • Grades: K – 5 MOSS PIR Camps expose kids to a variety of science careers and engaging lessons to pique their interests!

VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • Blend, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.

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PIR DAY CAMPS 8:30am-3pm • Fire Station 3, 1705 Vaquero Pkwy, Bozeman • $100/PIR Day* • Grades: K – 5 MOSS PIR Camps expose kids to a variety of science careers and engaging lessons to pique their interests!

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S ROUNDTABLE - VIRTUAL CALLS 9-10am • Online • FREE Our Executive Director’s Roundtable for Gallatin County nonpro昀椀t organizations is open to all paid staff in the executive director or head staff position in our county.

These sessions occur the third Friday of each month from 9:00 am - 10:00 am.

2D ANIMATION 9am-3pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • $80 ($95 w/ aftercare) • Grades 1-5 • 4065229087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Create a character & bring it to life onscreen.

LITTLE LEARNERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages: 1 – 3 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org This new interactive museum program engages toddlers and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and exploratory sensory experiences. Registration is required.

MONTANA CORN MAZE 10am-5pm • Montana Corn Maze • $10 -- Ages 4 and older ($10.33 for cards)Free -- Ages 3 and under Family farm with 6 acre maze, wagon ride, barrel train, & mini golf.

TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.

BOZEMAN GOLD CLUB 12:10-1pm • First Security Bank, 208 E. Main St,, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-580-1921 • www. toastmasters.org A friendly group of individuals who meet weekly on Fridays at 12:10 p.m. in the basement of the First Security Bank to improve our communication skills.

SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed speci昀椀cally for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.

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FIX-IT REPAIR CLINIC 2-6pm • Belgrade Community Library • FREE • All Ages • 4063884346 • www.belgrademt.gov/235/ Adults Have a broken item around the house? Don’t toss it, get it repaired at the Fix-It Repair Clinic instead!

37TH ANNUAL HUNTERS FEED 3-5pm • Downtown Ennis • www. ennischamber.com For over three decades, area hunters have cleared out their freezers at this annual cook-off. Walk up and down Main Street sampling a variety of wild-game recipes.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 5-6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Join us for Happy Hour Open Mic with host Jon Jacobs! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Grab your of昀椀ce mates and come try your hand at some comedy. Sign-ups start at 4:30pm.

BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE 6-9pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Live local Jazz every Friday while you dine.

HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 6:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

SIGNATURE STAND UP WITH CHAD & JT 7-8:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $25 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Chad Kroeger (AKA Tom Allen) and JT Parr are on a mission to do good. Using their digital platforms (@chadgoesdeep), the duo take action to raise awareness and bring change for some of the most important causes in pop culture and beyond.

PLAY: YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $36 • (406) 585-5885 • www. theellentheatre.com The hilarious comedy by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman.

BOZEMAN ICEDOGS VS. HELENA BIGHORNS 7:30pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • Student $5, Senior/Military $8, Adults $10 • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov North American Tier III Hockey, Go Icedogs!

LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Wednesday-Saturday featuring local and touring music acts.

ROSS COOPER 8-11pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $35 • All Ages • 4066243321 • www.livefromthedivide.com Live From The Divide welcomes Ross Cooper to our stage. Doors @ 7 p.m. Show @ 8 p.m. BYOB BAND OF DRIFTERS 8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • no cover • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com Honky Tonk, Country Folk.

VINCENT NEIL EMERSON WITH LOGAN LEDGER 8pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $20 • 18+ • www.rialtobozeman.com Vincent Neil Emerson is an East Texas songwriter. He is a La Honda Records recording artist.

HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 8:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

AUTHOR EVENT: BRENDA WAHLER 2:30-4pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Let’s take a ride on Marcus Daly’s Road to Montana with author Brenda Wahler.

THREE EYED JACK 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Classic rock and Outlaw country rock!!

HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 5pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

SATURDAY, OCT. 21 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

BOZEMAN WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET 9am-noon • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Area farmers have worked hard to drastically increase the amount of fresh greens and the variety of vegetables they can offer our community throughout the fall, winter and spring.

BIG SKY REPTILE EXPO 10am-5pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • Adults $10, Kids 5-10 $5, 4 and under FREE • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Join us for an unforgettable experience as we celebrate the wonders of the reptilian realm against the backdrop of Montana’s Big Sky Country.

MONTANA CORN MAZE 10am-7pm • Montana Corn Maze • $10 -- Ages 4 and older ($10.33 for cards)Free -- Ages 3 and under Family farm with 6 acre maze, wagon ride, barrel train, & mini golf.

BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE 10am-9pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

FAMILY STORYTIME 10:15-11am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • birth-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Singing simple rhymes and songs for babies, moving and grooving for tots, reading a longer book or two for preschoolers – this program has it all!

CLASSIC LITERATURE BOOK CLUB 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Frankenstein by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley SHOWCASE SATURDAY 10:15am-noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org A time for creatives of all types to come together at The Work Bench to show off their work and receive feedback from each other.

BURGERS & BINGO 5:30pm • Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman • All ages • (406) 587-9996 Burgers & Bingo is back after a long hiatus, enjoy a burger and bingo every Saturday night.

HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 6:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

MARTIN SEXTON 7-11pm • The ELM • $35-$50 (Adv.) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Martin Sexton for a live in concert performance.

VENTRILOQUIST LYNN TREFZGER 7pm • Warren Miller Performing Arts Center, 45465 Gallatin Road, Big Sky • $15/25 • 406-9956345 • www.warrenmillerpac.org For over 25 years, ventriloquist Lynn has given life to a trunk full of comical characters, performing for audiences worldwide.

TAYLOR BURLAGE TRIO 7pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • no cover • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt. com Folk/Americana music.

DWIGHT YOAKAM + THE MAVERICKS 7pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $45.50-$149 • (406) 994-CATS • www.brickbreeden.com Dwight Yoakam has sold more than 25 million albums worldwide, and he is a 21-time nominated, multiple GRAMMY Award winner.

PLAY: YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $36 • (406) 585-5885 • www. theellentheatre.com The hilarious comedy by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman.

LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Wednesday-Saturday featuring local and touring music acts.

SPAFFORD WITH MINT 8pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $20 • 18+ • www.rialtobozeman.com Spafford is amongst the most creative and hard-traveling bands on the contemporary jam scene.

JUNIOR CARPENTER PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST noon-2pm • Kenyon Noble, 1243 Oak Street, Bozeman • FREE • 0-12 • www. kenyonnoble.com Bring your kids to carve a pumpkin at any of our Kenyon Noble locations for a chance to win awesome prizes!

We will be giving out spooktacular goodies and can’t wait to see what you carve!

POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Live Poker Tournaments in Bozeman Every Weekend on Saturdays & Sundays! Join us for No Limit Hold ‘em Cash Games 7 days a week starting at 3pm. Food, Drinks & Fun Every Day! ORCHID CLUB’S SENSORY FRIENDLY HALLOWEEN PARTY 2pm • Eagle Mount, 6901 Goldenstein Lane, Bozman • FREE • (406) 586-1781 • eaglemount.org Geared towards giving social events and outlets for children in need of a more relaxed and comfortable trick-or-treating experience.

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HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 6:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

SPAFFORD W/ MINT Oct 21 - The Rialto

BRIDGER MOUNTAIN BIG BAND 7-9:30pm • Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9996 The Bridger Mountain Big Band is a 17-piece jazz orchestra that plays all styles of music from the 1.

ARTERIAL DRIVE 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak!

Featuring the Bozeman-and-Billings-based funk rock group “Arterial Drive”.

HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 8:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

HAUFBRAU HOUSE OPEN MIC 10pm • The Haufbrau, 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 587-4931 • www.facebook.com Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

ADD YOUR OWN EVENTS AT: www.bozemanmagazine.com WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm-12:30am • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!

HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 8:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

FOXY HORROR PICTURE SHOW 9-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Our Winging It! cast is coming together for a very special musical event in light of the scary holiday! The Foxy Horror Picture Show will be a fully improvised musical with costumes, call outs, and audience participation!

THREE EYED JACK 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Classic rock and Outlaw country rock!!

STRUMBUCKET 9pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $10 in advance, $15 at the door • 21+ • (406) 587-0585 A 昀椀ve-piece “twang-funk” band from Jackson, Wyoming.

MONDAY, OCT. 23 BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE noon-6pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

SUNDAY DANCE 1-5pm • American Legion Manhattan, 218 E Main St, Manhattan • $10 per person • 21+ • (406) 284-6138 This Sunday features the music of “Ride Me Down,” a wide-genre band of western music that will grab your attention for the entire afternoon...an afternoon you’ll brag about to your absent friends, an afternoon you’d surely regret missing...See ya.

STAGE 1 IMPROV FOUNDATIONS: SUNDAY CLASSES SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER 2-4:30PM 2-4:30pm • Keller Williams Of昀椀ce - 2nd 昀氀oor • 500 • 4065807974 • stagecon昀椀dence.com In Stage 1 Classes, you embark on the exciting beginning of your growth journey. These classes are designed to lay a strong foundation in communication, con昀椀dence, and relationship-building skills.

GAME NIGHT 2-10pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ Bring a game in to play and receive a free drink.

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FIBER ARTS: QUILTED POT HOLDERS 2pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn the basics of quilting by making some simple quilted pot holders

FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

PLAY: YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU 3pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $36 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com The hilarious comedy by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman.

BIG SKY REPTILE EXPO 10am-5pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • Adults $10, Kids 5-10 $5, 4 and under FREE • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Join us for an unforgettable experience as we celebrate the wonders of the reptilian realm against the backdrop of Montana’s Big Sky Country.

HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 5pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Live Poker Tournaments in Bozeman Every Weekend on Saturdays & Sundays! Join us for No Limit Hold ‘em Cash Games 7 days a week starting at 3pm. Food, Drinks & Fun Every Day!

IMPROV CLASS SHOWCASE: IMPROV 101 THROUGH 501 PLUS THE ACTOR’S WORKSHOP 6-9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $5 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Come help us cheer on our students for their showcases! No online ticket sales for this event.

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FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

IMPROV FOR PROFESSIONALS: MONDAY CLASSES 10am-noon • Keller Williams Of昀椀ce - 2nd 昀氀oor • $500 • 4065807974 • stagecon昀椀dence.com Enhance creativity, boost con昀椀dence, and break out of your shell in our “Improv for Professionals” class.

20 UNDER 40 AWARDS 11:30am-1pm • Hilton Garden Inn Bozeman, 2023 Commerce Way, Bozeman • $47 • (406) 582-9900 • hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com The Chronicle recognizes southwest Montana’s top young professionals, chosen for their professional accomplishments and community service.

PHOTONIC-CON 1-6pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Gallatin College at Montana State University will host an event showcasing career opportunities in the Gallatin Valley’s fast-growing photonics and high-tech manufacturing industries.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

CIRCUS MONSTER MASH 4:30-6pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • Adults $20, Kids 2-11 $5, 2 and under FREE • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Witness the magic of our amazing circus performers including acrobats, clowns, speed jugglers, magic, hula hoops, transformers, and more, BUT all with a special twist!

BOARD GAME NIGHT 6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A chance to test your strategy and teamwork skills with board games and other adults.

WESTON LEWIS 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • All ages • (406) 359-1999 • www.redtractorpizza.com Live music while you dine.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9pm • Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub.com Join us for our weekly trivia night, Game Night Live is a leader in bar trivia and music bingo, putting on awesome games at local venues that everyone can enjoy.

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BEGINNING TANGO LESSONS & DANCING 7-10pm • J & Company, 307 E. Main St., Bozeman • FREE • jandcompanybar. com Beginning drop in Argentine tango lessons, if you want to try it out or if you want to augment your learning if you are taking a series.

REGGIE WATTS 7-11pm • The ELM • $45-$75 (Adv.) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Reggie Watts for a live performance.

CIRCUS MONSTER MASH 7:30-9pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • Adults $20, Kids 2-11 $5, 2 and under FREE • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Witness the magic of our amazing circus performers including acrobats, clowns, speed jugglers, magic, hula hoops, transformers, and more, BUT all with a special twist!

HAUFBRAU HOUSE OPEN MIC 10pm • The Haufbrau, 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 587-4931 • www.facebook.com Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

TUESDAY, OCT. 24 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

PRESCHOOL PIONEERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included w/ membership/ admission • Ages: 3-5 • 4069942252 • museumoftherockies.org This new early education museum program engages 3–5-year-old children and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and hands-on experiences.

BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.

YOGA FOR ALL 12:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary. org Our movement series meets weekly outside to the east of Bozeman Public Library. Please call (406)582-2410 or check bozemanlibrary.org the day of if the weather is questionable.

CIRCUS MONSTER MASH 7:30-9pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • Adults $20, Kids 2-11 $5, 2 and under FREE • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Witness the magic of our amazing circus performers including acrobats, clowns, speed jugglers, magic, hula hoops, transformers, and more, BUT all with a special twist!

GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Audreys Pizza Oven & Freefall Brewery, 806 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • No Cover • (406) 522-5456 • www.audreyspizzaoven.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games!

BONE DRY COMEDY HOUR OPEN MIC 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Our weekly open mic is a safe, friendly, supportive place to start your comedy journey, try new material, and connect to the Bozeman Stand up scene. Jump in or just enjoy the laughs!

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 25 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

LITTLE LEARNERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages: 1 – 3 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org This new interactive museum program engages toddlers and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and exploratory sensory experiences. Registration is required.

MONTANA CORN MAZE 10am-7pm • Montana Corn Maze • $10 -- Ages 4 and older ($10.33 for cards)Free -- Ages 3 and under Family farm, 6 acre maze, wagon ride, barrel train, & mini golf.

TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.

QIGONG 12:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Our movement series meets weekly outside to the east of Bozeman Public Library. Please call (406)582-2410 or check bozemanlibrary. org the day of if the weather is questionable.

YOGA ON THE LAWN 2-3pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • (406) 388-4346 • www.belgradelibrary.org Take time for yourself to stretch, breathe, and relax during this hour of yoga. Please bring a mat.

SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed speci昀椀cally for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

READ WITH A DOG 4-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Kids can read with an Intermountain Therapy Dog each Wednesday afternoon.

CIRCUS MONSTER MASH 4:30-6pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • Adults $20, Kids 2-11 $5, 2 and under FREE • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Witness the magic of our amazing circus performers including acrobats, clowns, speed jugglers, magic, hula hoops, transformers, and more, BUT all with a special twist!

WILDCARD WEDNESDAYS: SPOOKY NIGHT 4-5:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • ages 12-18 • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Watch “The Witches” (1990, PG) and make calming sensory bottles.

NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org If writing Non昀椀ction is your creative outlet, join a group of like-minded writers of various levels and skill.

GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Colombo’s Pizza & Pasta • FREE • All Ages • (406) 587-5544 • GameNightLive.com The games you love in your favorite places! Free trivia at Colombo’s at both 6 & 7 pm!

BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE 6-9pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

BELGRADE CANDIDATE FORUM 6:30-8:30pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • 18+ • 4063884346 • belgradelibrary.org/voter-info There will be a Belgrade Candidate Forum for the upcoming Municipal Election, with candidates for the Mayor and Municipal Judge races in attendance, held at Belgrade Community Library.

INTRO TO AUDIO RECORDING 6:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Come and learn how to use our brand new Studio to record your own audio.

BINGO 7-9pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.

WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance 昀氀oor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes. See ya at THE JUMP every Wednesday!

STORY MANSION STRING JAM 7pm • The Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman • 406-582-2910 • www.friendsofthestory.org As a group, we will pick our favorite songs and 昀椀ll the mansion with music! This is an Acoustic String Jam. QUALITY SKI TIME FILM TOUR 7:30pm • Emerson’s Crawford Theatre, 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman • $15 • (406) 587-9797 • www.theemerson.org Get stoked for winter with the greatest ski 昀椀lms of the year, gear giveaways, and poster signings.

JAZZ NIGHT W/EDDIE T 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music every Wednesday.

DARREN NICHOLSON 8-11pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $60 • All Ages • 4066243321 • www. livefromthedivide.com Live From The Divide is proud to welcome Darren Nicholson to our stage. Doors: 7 p.m. Show: 8 p.m. BYOB

FIBER ARTS 4-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Bring an easily mobile 昀椀ber-based craft for a social meet up with other 昀椀ber artists in the Bozeman community.

LAST BEST PLACE WEDNESDAYS 5-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Enjoy 10% off total bill with a valid Montana ID. GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.

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THURSDAY NIGHT OUT! 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Improv Thursday Nights are back and it’s the perfect time to check our hilarious improv shows! A showcase of some of our awesome teams paired with our signature show Now With Annie & Levin!

GOTH GRASS + CACTUS CUTS 8pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • Avd: $18 // Dos: $22 • 18+ • www.rialtobozeman.com Live local music from two bands.

FRIDAY, OCT. 27 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

VIRTUAL FOSSIL FRIDAYS 9-9:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Join Outreach Program Manager Ashley Hall virtually on select Fridays to learn about one of the museum’s fantastic fossil specimens. Bring your curiosity and ask questions via Zoom.

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ADD YOUR OWN EVENTS AT: www.bozemanmagazine.com LADIES NIGHT 8pm-2am • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy 2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.

J&COMEDY OPEN MIC 9-11pm • J & Company, 307 E. Main St., Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • 4063591632 • bonedrycomedy.com Join us for laughs and drinks every Wednesday. J&Comedy is Bozeman’s longest-running comedy open mic. It Boasts classic comedy open mic in a classy downtown Bozeman bar.

HAUFBRAU HOUSE OPEN MIC 10pm • The Haufbrau, 22 S 8th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 587-4931 • www.facebook.com Open Mics are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.

THURSDAY, OCT. 26 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.

GYROKINESIS 12:15-1pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A movement method that addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion and creating functional strength through rhythmic, 昀氀owing movement sequences.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

LEGO CLUB 3:30-4:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 5-12 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Take inspiration from the weekly challenge or free build, work solo or collaborate – it’s in your hands, LEGO Architect!

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THIRSTY THURSDAY 5pm • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • 21+ • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn.com Come enjoy a drink at the refurbished barn.

TRIVIA WITH TRIVIA TOM 5:30-7:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery Four Corners • FREE • All Ages • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Come on down and enjoy some of the best trivia in the valley, curated by the legendary Trivia Tom! BELGRADE LIBRARY 4TH THURSDAY BOOK CLUB 6:30-7:45pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • (406) 388-4346 • www.belgradelibrary.org Book discussion, opinionsharing, refreshments, and lots of fun in the library’s community room!

GOODBYE DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME 6:30-8:30pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • $25 or After Dark Membership • 21+ • 4065229087 • www.montanasciencecenter. org Join MSC and Dr. Cara Palmer from the MSU Sleep Research Lab in throwing a hopeful good riddance party to this annoying bi-annual changing of the clocks. Learn about the history of Daylight Savings Time and the negative health effects of sleep loss.

VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • Blend, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.

ROD MORRISON 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admisson • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak!

Featuring the Helena-based acoustic rock artist Rod Morrison.

MONOPHONICS WITH THE SESHEN 7-11pm • The ELM • $25-45 (Adv.) $28 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Monophonics for a live in concert performance.

KGLT & HOP LOUNGE PRESENT LIVE DJ NIGHT 7pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • (406) 404-1784 Every Thursday beginning at 7pm, enjoy vinyl spinning while you dine/drink.

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LITTLE LEARNERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages: 1 – 3 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org This new interactive museum program engages toddlers and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and exploratory sensory experiences. Registration is required.

MONTANA CORN MAZE 10am-5pm • Montana Corn Maze • $10 -- Ages 4 and older ($10.33 for cards)Free -- Ages 3 and under Family farm with 6 acre maze, wagon ride, barrel train, & mini golf.

TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.

BOZEMAN GOLD CLUB 12:10-1pm • First Security Bank, 208 E. Main St,, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-580-1921 • www. toastmasters.org A friendly group of individuals who meet weekly on Fridays at 12:10 p.m. in the basement of the First Security Bank to improve our communication skills.

SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed speci昀椀cally for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

MONTANA SNOWMOBILE SHOW 3-9pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www. gallatin.mt.gov Come check out the 2024 sleds, new aftermarket accessories, the best deals on gear and more!

HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 5-6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Join us for Happy Hour Open Mic with host Jon Jacobs! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Grab your of昀椀ce mates and come try your hand at some comedy. Sign-ups start at 4:30pm.

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ANDERSON SCHOOL’S HAUNTED HOUSE 5:30-10pm • Anderson Red Schoolhouse, 10030 Cottonwood Rd, Bozeman • $10 , $20 Fast Pass, $30 Skip the Line • All Ages, 5:30-6:30pm for the faint of heart and 7-10pm lights out • www.facebook.com Since 1992, the eighth-grade class at Anderson School has been terrorizing the brave souls of the Gallatin Valley with their annual haunted house extravaganza. It promises to be their most spine-chilling event yet!

BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE 6-9pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

ECHOES FROM THE AFTERLIFE: AN EVENING OF MEDIUMSHIP WITH KATHLEEN JOHNS 6-9:30pm • Hotel Baxter Ballroom • $100/per ticket • All Ages • 4065857267 • www.KathleenJohns. com Join Psychic Medium Kathleen Johns for an evening of Psychic Mediumship. Kathleen will demonstrate her psychic abilities with messages from the Afterlife from Loved Ones, Guides and Ancestors. Special Musical Guests Jeni Fleming and Jake Fleming.

FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Live local Jazz every Friday while you dine.

HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 6:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult • 21+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies.org Pour and Gore: A Spirited Good Time for Adults, sample Montana whiskey from local distilleries, hauntingly delicious appetizers, and 昀椀ne chocolates.

SIGNATURE STAND UP WITH AHREN BELISLE 7-8:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $20 online and $25 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Ahren Belisle is a software engineer and mental health advocate turned comedian. Born in Northern Ontario with cerebral palsy, Ahren is a mute comedian who uses his phone to deliver jokes.

APASHE - ANTAGONIST TOUR 7-11pm • The ELM • $29.50-$50 (Adv.) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Apashe for a live in concert performance.

SIGNATURE STAND UP WITH AHREN BELISLE 9-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $20 online and $25 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Ahren Belisle is a software engineer and mental health advocate turned comedian. Born in Northern Ontario with cerebral palsy, Ahren is a mute comedian who uses his phone to deliver jokes.

MIXTAPE 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com A dream-pop, southern-rock cover band from Bozeman fronted by Madeline Hawthorne. Costumes are strongly encouraged.

COSTUMES & COCKTAILS HALLOWEEN PARTY WITH THE ORNERY JACKS + MATT WALLIN & HIS NERVOUS BREAKDOWN 9pm • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • $15 • 21+ • bourbonmt.com Costumes and Cocktails, Pre-show BBQ, music from two local bands, Matt Wallin and His Nervous Breakdown & The Ornery Jacks.

BRICKHOUSE BAND 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Playing dance classics, modern hits and some funky tunes, they bring the party.

SATURDAY, OCT. 28 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

BOZEMAN WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET 9am-noon • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Area farmers have worked hard to drastically increase the amount of fresh greens and the variety of vegetables they can offer our community throughout the fall, winter and spring.

RUN FOR YOUR LIFE HALLOWEEN 5K & KID’S RUN/WALK 9:3011am • MSU Football Stadium Parking Lot • $12-$30 • All Ages • runsignup.com Run for Your Life Halloween 5k & Kid’s Run/ Walk: A fun run for a deep purpose to support the Help Center’s suicide prevention services. Grab your friends, family, and dogs for a Halloween-themed run/walk. In-person or virtual options to participate!

SHOWCASE SATURDAY 10:15am-noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org A time for creatives of all types to come together at The Work Bench to show off their work and receive feedback from each other.

FREE BEGINNER UKULELE LESSONS & JAM 11am-2pm • Gallatin Valley Mall, 2825 West Main St., Bozeman • FREE • (406) 586-4565 • gallatinvalleymall.com This is a free group lesson and jam session held every second and fourth Saturday.

POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Live Poker Tournaments in Bozeman Every Weekend on Saturdays & Sundays! Join us for No Limit Hold ‘em Cash Games 7 days a week starting at 3pm. Food, Drinks & Fun Every Day! HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 5pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

ANDERSON SCHOOL’S HAUNTED HOUSE 5:30-10pm • Anderson Red Schoolhouse, 10030 Cottonwood Rd, Bozeman • $10 , $20 Fast Pass, $30 Skip the Line • All Ages, 5:30-6:30pm for the faint of heart and 7-10pm lights out • www.facebook.com Since 1992, the eighth-grade class at Anderson School has been terrorizing the brave souls of the Gallatin Valley with their annual haunted house extravaganza. It promises to be their most spine-chilling event yet!

BURGERS & BINGO 5:30pm • Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman • All ages • (406) 587-9996 Burgers & Bingo is back after a long hiatus, enjoy a burger and bingo every Saturday night.

HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 6:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

BALLROOM DANCE BOZEMAN’S HALLOWEEN DANCE 7-10pm • Bozeman Senior Center, 807 N. Tracy Ave, Bozeman • $20 per person (included in Season Pass) • www.ballroomdancebozeman. org IT’S HALLOWEEN DANCE TIME! Music provided by Joe’s DJ Service. Singles/couples welcome. You don’t need to be an expert dancer to join in. Attire is costume (encouraged) or dressy-casual, plus clean dance shoes to protect the 昀氀oor.

PLAY: YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $36 • (406) 585-5885 • www. theellentheatre.com The hilarious comedy by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman.

SPOOKY SCIENCE 10am-noon • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • Included with admission • All Ages • 4065229087 • montanasciencecenter.org Join us for a spooky good time on Halloween! Hands-on science experiments and related crafts at the Science Station.

BOZEMAN ICEDOGS VS. YELLOWSTONE QUAKE 7:30pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • Student $5, Senior/Military $8, Adults $10 • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov North American Tier III Hockey, Go Icedogs!

MONTANA SNOWMOBILE SHOW 10am-6pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www. gallatin.mt.gov Come check out the 2024 sleds, new aftermarket accessories, the best deals on gear and more!

ABBY HAMILTON (NIGHT 1) 8-11pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $40 • All Ages • 4066243321 • www. livefromthedivide.com Live From The Divide welcomes Abby Hamilton to our stage! Doors @ 7 p.m., Show @ 8 p.m. BYOB

MONTANA CORN MAZE 10am-7pm • Montana Corn Maze • $10 -- Ages 4 and older ($10.33 for cards)Free -- Ages 3 and under Family farm with 6 acre maze, wagon ride, barrel train, & mini golf.

PLAY: YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $36 • (406) 585-5885 • www. theellentheatre.com The hilarious comedy by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman.

WESTERN SKIES 8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • no cover • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com Country Rock

BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE 10am-9pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

BOZEMAN ICEDOGS VS. YELLOWSTONE QUAKE 7:30pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • Student $5, Senior/Military $8, Adults $10 • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov North American Tier III Hockey, Go Icedogs!

HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 8:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult • 21+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies.org Pour and Gore: A Spirited Good Time for Adults, sample Montana whiskey from local distilleries, hauntingly delicious appetizers, and 昀椀ne chocolates.

FAMILY STORYTIME 10:15-11am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • birth-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Singing simple rhymes and songs for babies, moving and grooving for tots, reading a longer book or two for preschoolers – this program has it all!

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HENRY ROLLINS - GOOD TO SEE YOU 7-11pm • The ELM • $35$40 (Adv.) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Henry Rollins for a live in concert performance.

LEE CALVIN & BRIAN W 7pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • no cover • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt. com Country Songwriter

LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Wednesday-Saturday featuring local and touring music acts.

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HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 5pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

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HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 6:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

BRIDGER MOUNTAIN BIG BAND 7-9:30pm • Eagles Lodge, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9996 The Bridger Mountain Big Band is a 17-piece jazz orchestra that plays all styles of music from the 1.

WEST DAKOTA STUTTER 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Bozeman-based folk rock band “West Dakota Stutter”.

NEW EVENTS ADDED DAILY AT: www.bozemanmagazine.com ABBY HAMILTON (NIGHT 2) 8-11pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $40 • All Ages • 4066243321 • www. livefromthedivide.com Live From The Divide welcomes Abby Hamilton to our stage. Doors @ 7 p.m., Show @ 8 p.m. BYOB WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm-12:30am • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!

HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 8:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

WHIZ BANG! INTOXICATING COMEDY 9-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Whiz BANG! is an explosion of intoxicating comedy! Exciting, high-energy, shortform improv that is so funny it’s criminal. An hour long show with lots of audience interaction, it’s the perfect show to bring some pals or a date.

NOTORIOUS BOZ WITH KENT DAVIS: ACTOR, AUTHOR, AND SPOOKY STORYTELLER 9-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Kent Davis was found under a patch of tufted hairgrass up Sypes Canyon sometime around 1997. He has been telling stories all over Gallatin Country ever since. He writes fantastical books and has appeared in theater, 昀椀lm, and TV. HALLOWEEN PARTY W/BRICKHOUSE BAND 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Playing dance classics, modern hits and some funky tunes, they bring the party.

TRICK OR TEASE 9pm • Eagles Lodge Ballroom, 316 East Main Street, Bozeman Whether for fun, a statement, or for yourself, Halloween is a time for you to be who and what you wanna be.

MADDY O’NEAL 10pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $15/20 • 18+ • www.rialtobozeman.com Dirty funky bass music.

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HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 8:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

SUNDAY, OCT. 29 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Live Poker Tournaments in Bozeman Every Weekend on Saturdays & Sundays! Join us for No Limit Hold ‘em Cash Games 7 days a week starting at 3pm. Food, Drinks & Fun Every Day! BOZEMAN STRAW BALE MAZE noon-6pm • Bozeman Straw Bale Maze • $13 adults, $11 ages 5-10, 4 and under free • All Ages • 406-388-7818 • bozemanmaze.com The Straw Bale Maze is BACK on Valley Center Road between Bozeman and Belgrade. FUN for the whole family including a straw bale maze, a tractor ride, corn sensory bins, yard games, and trampoline bungee.

SUNDAY DANCE 1-5pm • American Legion Manhattan, 218 E Main St, Manhattan • $10 • 21+ • (406) 284-6138 Join us in corralling the “Band of Drifters” for a great afternoon of fantastic western music...one of the region’s greatest groups...sure to test the resistance of your shoe leather and satisfy your every expectation for a fantastic “escape-day.”

CRAFTERNOON 2-4pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary. org An introduction into laser cut jewelry, speci昀椀cally laser cut earrings that are very trendy at the moment.

STAGE 1 IMPROV FOUNDATIONS: SUNDAY CLASSES SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER 2-4:30PM 2-4:30pm • Keller Williams Of昀椀ce - 2nd 昀氀oor • 500 • 4065807974 • stagecon昀椀dence.com In Stage 1 Classes, you embark on the exciting beginning of your growth journey. These classes are designed to lay a strong foundation in communication, con昀椀dence, and relationship-building skills.

GAME NIGHT 2-10pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ Bring a game in to play and receive a free drink.

PLAY: YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU 3pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $36 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com The hilarious comedy by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman.

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MONDAY, OCT. 30 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

IMPROV FOR PROFESSIONALS: MONDAY CLASSES 10am-noon • Keller Williams Of昀椀ce - 2nd 昀氀oor • $500 • 4065807974 • stagecon昀椀dence.com Enhance creativity, boost con昀椀dence, and break out of your shell in our “Improv for Professionals” class.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

BOARD GAME NIGHT 6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A chance to test your strategy and teamwork skills with board games and other adults.

AARON BANFIELD 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • All ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Live music while you dine.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9pm • Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub.com Join us for our weekly trivia night, Game Night Live is a leader in bar trivia and music bingo, putting on awesome games at local venues that everyone can enjoy.

BEGINNING TANGO LESSONS & DANCING 7-10pm • J & Company, 307 E. Main St., Bozeman • FREE • jandcompanybar. com Beginning drop in Argentine tango lessons, if you want to try it out or if you want to augment your learning if you are taking a series.

TUESDAY, OCT. 31 FIRST ANNUAL BACCHUS PUB OKTOBERFEST Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub. com Enjoy German-featured dishes, German-inspired drinks, and prices.

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PRESCHOOL PIONEERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included w/ membership/ admission • Ages: 3-5 • 4069942252 • museumoftherockies.org This new early education museum program engages 3–5-year-old children and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and hands-on experiences.

BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.

YOGA FOR ALL 12:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary. org Our movement series meets weekly outside to the east of Bozeman Public Library. Please call (406)582-2410 or check bozemanlibrary.org the day of if the weather is questionable.

YOGA ON THE LAWN 2-3pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • (406) 388-4346 • www.belgradelibrary.org Take time for yourself to stretch, breathe, and relax during this hour of yoga. Please bring a mat.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

DOWNTOWN TRICK OR TREATING 2023 4-6pm • Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman • FREE • All ages This Halloween from 4-6 PM, join our downtown businesses for a safe way to enjoy traditional trick or treating in beautiful Downtown Bozeman.

NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org If writing Non昀椀ction is your creative outlet, join a group of like-minded writers of various levels and skill.

GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Colombo’s Pizza & Pasta • FREE • All Ages • (406) 587-5544 • GameNightLive.com The games you love in your favorite places! Free trivia at Colombo’s at both 6 & 7 pm!

HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 6:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

DEAD SKY - HALLOWEEN 2023 7-11pm • The ELM • $25-$50 (Adv.) $28 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Dead Sky for a live in concert performance.

BONE DRY COMEDY HOUR OPEN MIC 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Our weekly open mic is a safe, friendly, supportive place to start your comedy journey, try new material, and connect to the Bozeman Stand up scene. Jump in or just enjoy the laughs!

HAUNTED MOUNTAIN THEATER 8:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $23/adult and $13/child (ages 10 – 17) • 10+ • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies. org A spine-tingling dive into Montana history, hosted at the Taylor Planetarium in the Museum of the Rockies.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 1 LITTLE LEARNERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages: 1 – 3 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org This new interactive museum program engages toddlers and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and exploratory sensory experiences. Registration is required.

TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.

SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed speci昀椀cally for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.

LAST BEST PLACE WEDNESDAYS 5-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Enjoy 10% off total bill with a valid Montana ID. GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.

OPEN LAB IN THE STEAMLAB 3-6pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • No Cover • 5-18 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Included with admission or membership.

LEGO CLUB 3:30-4:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 5-12 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Take inspiration from the weekly challenge or free build, work solo or collaborate – it’s in your hands, LEGO Architect!

MOR’S PRESENTING PREHISTORY: FOSSIL TREASURE TROVES WITH DR. NATHAN CARROLL 5:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies.org Join Carter County Museum’s Curator of Paleontology Dr. Nathan Carroll, as he takes you through the swamps and lagoons of the late Cretaceous Period investigating the mysteries of feather evolution.

NANOWRIMO KICKOFF EVENT 6-7:30pm • Belgrade Community Library • FREE • All Ages • 4063884346 • www.belgrademt. gov/235/Adults November is National Novel Writing Month!

Learn how to get started at the NaNoWriMo Kickoff Event.

GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Audreys Pizza Oven & Freefall Brewery, 806 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • No Cover • (406) 522-5456 • www.audreyspizzaoven.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games!

VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • Blend, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.

MERSIV WITH TRIPP ST & DEADCROW 7-11pm • The ELM • $28-$40 (Adv.) $30-$40 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Mersiv with support from Tripp St & Deadcrow for a live concert performance.

ART SHINDIG 6pm • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn.com First Wednesday of the month Art Shindig features a different local artist.

BINGO 7-9pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.

WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance 昀氀oor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes. See ya at THE JUMP every Wednesday!

JAZZ NIGHT W/EDDIE T 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music every Wednesday.

LADIES NIGHT 8pm-2am • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy 2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.

J&COMEDY OPEN MIC 9-11pm • J & Company, 307 E. Main St., Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • 4063591632 • bonedrycomedy.com Join us for laughs and drinks every Wednesday. J&Comedy is Bozeman’s longest-running comedy open mic. It Boasts classic comedy open mic in a classy downtown Bozeman bar.

KGLT & HOP LOUNGE PRESENT LIVE DJ NIGHT 7pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • (406) 404-1784 Every Thursday beginning at 7pm, enjoy vinyl spinning while you dine/drink.

FRIDAY, NOV. 3 VIRTUAL FOSSIL FRIDAYS 9-9:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Join Outreach Program Manager Ashley Hall virtually on select Fridays to learn about one of the museum’s fantastic fossil specimens. Bring your curiosity and ask questions via Zoom.

LITTLE LEARNERS 10-11am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages: 1 – 3 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org This new interactive museum program engages toddlers and their caregivers through interactive shared reading, singing and movement activities, and exploratory sensory experiences. Registration is required.

TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.

THURSDAY, NOV. 2 BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.

GYROKINESIS 12:15-1pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A movement method that addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion and creating functional strength through rhythmic, 昀氀owing movement sequences.

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