Howdy, Bozeman!
Congrats to our Mountains Walking giveaway winner - Jennifer Slusser! 🎉 Just sent you an email with the details.
In today’s newsletter:
🎨 Sip and paint with artist Javier Moreno at The Baxter this Wednesday
🤠 Top local events this week
🎵 Mumford and Sons are coming to Bozeman!
🐶 Lily is looking for a forever home
💐 A 4 Daughter’s Farm U-Pick flower giveaway
— Sam Howdy
P.S. For free entry into this week’s giveaway, reply to this email with the word “FLOWERS”.
And for a BONUS entry, reply with a shoutout to someone who made your week better 🤩 Include their name and what you appreciate about them, and we’ll share some of the top answers in next Monday’s newsletter (your answers will be anonymous!)
Here are some of last week’s replies:
My shoutout is for Jordan at Wild Crumb! She is so nice and friendly and made my day on Sunday when she recommended the Valentine’s chocolate cake (she was so right)!
Shoutout to my boyfriend Nathan for giving me so much money for my nails haha
Shoutout to my baby girl Sparrow who helped with several meals for our family as I’ve been knee deep in basketball season with her sister.
Shoutout to my son, Cael, who continues to persevere through difficult situations and chooses to be kind to those around him. His strong work ethic will take him places in due time.
Shoutout to my husband, Dominic, because we found out this week that we are growing our family with a sweet baby BOY! It's our first and we are over the moon!
A big shoutout to my son Noah. He’s back from being underwater for over a month in a nuclear submarine! God bless you Noah and thanks for protecting our country!
Shoutout to my fellow teacher and friend, Kayli. Everyday when we pass each other in the hallway, she makes me feel like a million bucks by complimenting my hair and clothing (post-chemotherapy). She is not only an encouragement to her students, but to her colleagues as well.
Shoutout to the hubs Trent M for being my constant in an ever changing world. Thank you for always pushing me to challenge myself and also being there when I want to curl up in a fetal position and eat chocolate!
Shoutout to my friend Ben, who has a way of making my day just by answering my phone call, or responding to a message. He reminds me that he believes in me and stands up for against my own negative self talk. He is genuinely and authentically compassionate!
Special shoutout to the folks at Bozeman Health Outpatient Services (the office at N 19th) I was there several times over the last couple of weeks for less than desirable reasons. All the staff was so kind, I never had a wait, and even though I was there just a few minutes each time, I left feeling cared for and seen, not just another patient moving through the motions. They’re amazing!
Shout out to my friend Lydia. She’s such a talented snowboarder, an instructor at Bridger, and a super talented artist. Her paintings are displayed at Wild Joe’s Coffee Shop for the month of Feb!!! My shoutout is her tenacity to make a living by hustling and bustling and making it work. And still have a smile on her face and a be a good friend!! Glad I met her just months ago.
Looking for something fun and creative to do this week?
Join local artist Javier Moreno for a laid-back Sip & Paint night at The Baxter
🗓 This Wednesday, February 25th
⏰ From 6:00pm-8:00pm
Javier is one of my favorite local artists, and he really just wants to help folks have a good time making art together.
Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned painter, this event is all about having fun, getting creative, and leaving with your own work of art.
The deadline to get tickets is midnight tonight, so if you’d like to attend:
Want to promote your event, business, or project to thousands of locals who read Howdy Bozeman every week?
🎵 Mumford and Sons are coming to Bobcat Stadium on June 4th! Tickets go on sale this Friday, February 27th at 10:00am! Learn more details about their new album, tickets, and seat maps here.
⛷ After nearly 90 years of serving Bozeman’s kids and winter community without a home of its own, Bridger Ski Foundation is building its first-ever headquarters and they’re close to the finish line. A $3 million fundraising campaign will transform an existing space into a welcoming hub for youth, coaches, and community, strengthening programs, saving long-term costs, and keeping access to skiing front and center. Renovations are underway and $1.8M has already been raised. Now BSF needs community support to get across the line. Donate, share the campaign, or get involved to help build a home that will serve generations of skiers to come. Learn more and see how you can help here!
🏃 Registration is open for the 33rd Annual Jim Bridger Trail Run happening July 18th. Choose the classic 10-mile loop through the Bridger foothills with 2,838 feet of elevation gain, or opt for the family-friendly 5K fun run/walk. Details and sign up info here.
💼 Featured Job of the Week: Cancer Support Community Montana is hiring a Cancer Support Navigator to provide compassionate, non-medical care navigation for individuals impacted by cancer. This role supports participants through referrals and resources, manages the Travel Assistance Program, and works closely with hospitals and community partners. The position offers a $55k starting salary and a meaningful opportunity to make a direct, human impact. Apply here.
👩🎨 This week, we’re highlighting Gen Attard (formally DeLorme) as our local artist of the week! Based in Bozeman, Gen’s art is inspired by all of her adventures (from hiking the PCT, to galavanting around her own backyard, to hanging with Safari animals) and often features stunning landscapes and wildflowers. Gen and her husband, Jaden, are also the co-creators of Blanketflower Collective! To see some of her art, check out her Instagram @gendelorme_art or shop her works in-person at Biome Slow Crafts!
Monday 2/23
🎿 Join us at MAP Brewing from 4:00pm-8:00pm for a Pint Night supporting Bridger Ski Foundation, where a portion of every pint sold supports BSF’s Build the Base campaign. Grab a beer, buy a raffle ticket, and help build what comes next for our local skiing community. Details.
🎨 MSU’s College of Arts & Architecture is hosting CAA-tapalooza from 5:30pm-7:00pm in Cheever Hall (2nd Floor Commons) on campus. Stop by for info tables featuring student clubs and guilds, connect with peers across the creative arts, and enjoy free food and snacks. Details.
🎥 The MSU Student Commons hosts a free Drumline film screening at the Procrastinator Theatre from 5:30-9:00pm in honor of Black History Month. Come watch, reflect, and connect through this meaningful film and conversation. Details.
Tuesday 2/24
🖼 Studio Wheelhouse has another portrait drawing class from 6:00pm-8:00pm! Artist Emily Gonzales is teaching this beginner-friendly class, with supplies included, where you’ll learn the basics of drawing portraits. Tickets.
🌿 Unwind with Gentle Yoga at Wild Wisdom Collective. Led by Charlee Ulmer, this class offers a soothing, beginner-friendly flow focused on ease and restoration from 6:15pm-7:30pm. Details.
🎵 Enjoy an evening of choral music at the MSU Spring Choir Concert at 7:30pm in Reynolds Recital Hall. Tickets.
🏂 World Boards is having a Girls Night at 7:00pm (1017 W. Alderson St). This laid-back hangout features an all-women snowboard film, free demos, free food, and a chance to connect with other riders. Bring your own chair and come join the fun! Details.
Wednesday 2/25
🧵 Studio Wheelhouse has their latest Stitch Around the World sewing class from 5:00pm-7:00pm, to guide you through global stitching techniques, and help you build your skills. Details and tickets here.
🎥 Redoubt screens at Tinworks at Rialto, followed by a post-film conversation with Betsy Quammen - author of American Zion and True West - and Doug Smith, longtime leader of the Yellowstone Wolf Project. Together, they’ll unpack the film’s meditation on landscape, ritual, and the stories we tell about the West. Tickets.
🍿 Soul is the Wednesday feature film in the MSU Student Commons Black History Month Film Series, screening at the Procrastinator Theatre from 5:30pm-9:00pm. Snacks provided. Details.
🦌 Join Montana Women Hunters at Sitka from 6:00pm-8:00pm for Think Like a Guide, a women-only event focused on field strategy, preparation, and decision-making with Keren Zucker and Jesse Allen Gottwald. Details.
🖌️ Unleash your inner Picasso at local artist Javier Moreno’s Sip & Paint at The Baxter from 6:00pm-8:00pm. No experience required! Tickets.
🌸 Made In Good Company is hosting a Paper Flower Night from 5:30pm-7:00pm at the Kiln coworking space. This 21+ event includes wine/beer/NA drinks, all crafting materials, guided instruction, and plenty of time for curated conversations and new connections. Come make a paper flower (or two) and meet some new friends. Details and tickets here.
🎶 The Bozeman Spiritual Society invites you to Vocal Alchemy: Science, Soul & Song to explore healing through sound, breath, and vibration. Join this weekly gathering at the Bozeman Spiritual Society Studio from 6:00pm-8:00pm to reset your nervous system, release stress, and connect through shared sound. No singing experience required! Details.
🌟 Neko Case brings her Neon Grey Midnight Green Tour to The ELM, joined by Destroyer. Doors open at 7:00pm, show starts at 8:00pm for an all-ages night with one of indie music’s most distinctive voices. Tickets.
Thursday 2/26
🛍 406 Flea takes over Fairgrounds Exhibit Building 3 from 5:00-8:00pm. Come hunt for vintage goodies, support Bridgercare by shopping the discount bins, and make a power move with on-site voter registration through Forward Montana. Details.
☺️ Recharge at Kiln for their latest Wellness Club from 3:00pm-7:00pm. This wellness social features ear acupuncture, local skincare and tallow products, and offerings from SHÈN Wellness, Modwella, Pure Barre, Mountain Daughter Skincare, Yarrow Functional Wellness, and more. Stick around for a free 60-minute flow yoga class at 5:30pm followed by a deeply relaxing sound bath. Details.
🛹 Winter Skate Nights, hosted by Skateboard Alliance of Montana, bring free indoor skate sessions and beginner-friendly clinics to Bozeman every Thursday from 5:00pm-9:00pm at 2015 Wheat Drive. All ages & skill levels welcome. Details.
🎨 There’s 1 spot left in Everything But The Wheel! - a pottery class series - starting on Thursday at 5:30pm at the Bozeman Community Kiln. This 6-week class meets weekly and teaches handbuilding techniques like slab, coil, and pinch, and is perfect for anyone who wants to make pottery without using the wheel. Details.
🍎 Join MSU’s College of Education, Health and Human Development for the 2026 EHHD Showcase at Inspiration Hall in the Norm Asbjornson building from 5:15pm - 7:30pm. Enjoy free food, learn about EHHD programs and projects, and hear from award-winning faculty working to transform local lives and Montana communities. Details.
🎶 Enjoy live music at Lockhorn Cider House from 6:00pm-8:00pm featuring singer-songwriter Travis Truax. He’s got an all-original set with storytelling tunes about circuses, mining towns, long drives, and more (plus a little harmonica). Grab a cider and settle in at 21 S Wallace Ave. Details.
🦫 Learn how beavers are helping restore landscapes at Beavers, Beacons of Hope, an author talk happening from 5:30pm-7:00pm at the Museum of the Rockies. New York Times bestselling author Leila Philip will discuss her acclaimed book Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America, her research and writing process, and the surprisingly vital impact beavers have on the environment. Details.
🎣 Bozeman Fly Supply hosts their free Fly Tying Night from 6:00pm-9:00pm. This casual, come-and-go gathering is all about tying, sharing, and hanging with other fly folks. Bring your own supplies and beverages. Details.
🚀 The Curators lands at Verge Theater from 7:00pm-9:30pm. This bold new sci-fi play explores control, morality, and the cost of rebuilding humanity after collapse. Details.
🌾 Damn Tall Buildings take the stage at The Filling Station at 7:00pm with intricate fiddle lines, tight harmonies, and a sound shaped by years of busking and touring. Montana local Kailey Marie opens. Tickets.
🪩 Get ready to move as OPIUO hits The ELM at 8:00pm, joined by Cool Customer and rSUN. Known for high-energy, visually immersive sets, OPIUO blends electronic bass with funk and soul, creating irresistible beats that are perfect for celebrating our shared humanity. Tickets.
Today, we’re highlighting Lily, a 4-year-old girl looking for her forever home 🐶 She’s obviously the goodest girl and we’re smitten by her tri-coloring.
Visit Heart Of The Valley Animal Shelter to meet Lily any time Tuesday through Sunday, from 12pm-5:30pm.
This week, we’re giving away a U-Pick Flower Bucket to 4 Daughter’s Farm (a $50 value!) Summer will be here before we know it and we are getting stoked for U-pick season. (Find them on Instagram @4daughtersfarmmt.)
The giveaway runs from today until next Sunday, 3/1, at 11:59pm, and we’ll announce the winner in next Monday’s newsletter.
All you have to do to be entered into this week’s giveaway is be subscribed to this newsletter, and reply to this email with the word “FLOWERS”!
That’s all for today!
See you on Thursday to find out what’s going on in Bozeman this weekend 👋
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