🤠 What's going on in Bozeman & a West Paw giveaway

TOGETHER WITH

Howdy, Bozeman!

Congrats to our Bozeman Community Kiln pottery studio giveaway winner - Jasper Overcash! 🎉 Just sent you an email with the details.

In today’s newsletter:

• 🎉 Ladies’ Night in Downtown Bozeman

• 🤠 Top local events this week

• 🐶 Finnley is looking for a forever home

• 🐾 A West Paw giveaway

— Sam Buenrostro

P.S. For free entry into this week’s giveaway, reply to this email with the phrase “WEST PAW”.

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:

TOGETHER WITH KILN 💼

The Bozeman Kiln coworking space officially opened last week, and after working there for a few days, I am very impressed.

The space is beautiful, well-lit, and thoughtfully designed.

But the best part by far has been the chance to meet and build relationships with a group of fun, smart community members working on all sorts of interesting projects…

And I think that’s the core of what makes this place stand out.

The on-site team is super helpful and friendly, and they’re constantly looking for ways to improve the member experience and make it somewhere people are excited to come hang out and get work done.

Kiln is now open in the old Town & Country building on North 19th, and they’re welcoming founding members. If you’d like to check it out, you can schedule a tour here.

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🙌 Volunteer Opportunity: Huffing for Stuffing needs race-day help! There are a lot of open volunteer spots, especially for race course support on the morning of the run. If you’ll be in town on Thanksgiving, this is an awesome way to give back, cheer on thousands of runners, and support the Gallatin Valley Food Bank. Details.

💼 Featured Job: Big Sky Youth Empowerment (BYEP) is hiring a Program Manager to help lead group-based mentoring and outdoor adventures for local teens. Full time. $52k salary plus health, vision, and dental benefits. Apply here.

🎙️ Sign up here to participate in our next Howdy Carpool Karaoke!

✨ Artist of the Week: This week’s featured artist is local illustrator and printmaker Andrew Houser! Andrew grew up in Bozeman and creates playful, imaginative work, and is known for his popular pet portraits, vibrant prints, and murals. He’s on Instagram @andrewhouserart and you can explore more of his work at his website here. (Below is one of my favorite prints of his, titled “sPAW day”!)

Monday 11/17

🎵 Calling all seniors! Head to the Bozeman Public Library from 3:30pm-5:00pm for Singing Souls: a Senior Sing-Along! Led by local musician and choir-director Kate Bryan, participants will share songs, smiles, and community in a warm and welcoming space. No experience needed and free to attend! Details.

🌿 MSU is kicking off its Climate Week with the Climate and Environment Film Showcase at the Procrastinator Theatre at 5:30pm. Student-made and community films will explore stories about climate change from Montana and beyond, and it’s also free to attend and open to the public. Details.

📚 Head to Country Bookshelf at 6:00pm for Shobha Rao in Conversation with Shane Doyle, for a thoughtful discussion exploring Rao’s new novel Indian Country and its themes of identity, community, and resilience. Free and open to all, but RSVPs are appreciated! Details.

Tuesday 11/18

🥣 Stop by the MSU Strand Union Building from 11:00am-2:00pm on Tuesday and Wednesday for the Ceramics Guild Chili Bowl Sale, where you can purchase a handmade bowl crafted by MSU students and faculty and enjoy a hearty serving of chili with your choice of toppings. (Proceeds support student travel to a national ceramics education conference.) Details.

🦉 Sacajawea Audubon Society is hosting their November Wildlife Trivia at Lockhorn Cider House starting at 6:00pm. There will be four rounds of trivia with prizes for top scores, best team name, and even best doodles. Come solo or with friends, grab a cider, and have a good time. Details.

🌿 Join the Gallatin Watershed Council for their monthly Riparian Walk at the Cherry River Fishing Access Site from 12:00pm-1:30pm! Free and open to all ages. Details.

🍞 Join Chef Jill for her Sourdough Bread Class at Bridger Kitchens from 6:30pm-8:30pm and learn how to craft your own starter, shape artisan loaves, and bake delicious sourdough bread! Details.

Wednesday 11/19

🐶 It’s Read With A Dog at the Bozeman Public Library from 4:00pm-5:00pm! All reading abilities are welcome so come and enjoy some cozy time with a dog and a story! Free and open to the public. Details.

🧵 Head to Studio Wheelhouse from 6:00pm-8:00pm for Fabric Art 101: Quilted Ball Ornaments, a festive, hands-on class where you’ll stitch together colorful quilted ornaments perfect for gifting or decorating your tree. Details.

🤶 Spend the evening at Yellowstone Alliance Adventures from 6:00pm-8:00pm for their Wreath Making Night! Craft a beautiful holiday wreath, and enjoy warm drinks and desserts. (Materials provided, but please bring your own garden gloves). Details.

🖼️ MSU’s Exit Gallery is hosting their annual Fall Art Market on Wednesday (9am-5pm) and Thursday (10am-3pm) in the MSU Strand Union Building in SUB Ballroom A! Shop for holiday gifts handcrafted by local, MSU student artists. Free entry, but come ready to find some treasures! (There will also be a reception from 5:00pm-7:00pm on Wednesday.) Details.

Thursday 11/20

🛍️ It’s Ladies’ Night in Downtown Bozeman! Grab your gals and head downtown from 5:00pm-8:00pm to kick off the holiday shopping season with 70+ businesses offering special promotions, treats, and bubbly beverages. Details.

🥂 Join The Birdhouse Collective at ERA Landmark downtown from 5:00pm-8:00pm for their Ladies’ Night Mini Market, a festive pop-up featuring local women artists and makers. Browse jewelry, ceramics, art, and holiday gifts, sip something bubbly, and connect with your local creators. (Early shoppers snag goody bags and giveaway entries.) Details.

🎄 It’s the AWARE Festival of Trees at the Best Western Plus GranTree Inn starting at 6:00pm. Enjoy your dinner alongside stunningly decorated Christmas trees and finish with an auction that supports vital programs for community members with disabilities. Tickets.

👩‍🍳 Head to Bridger Kitchens at 6:30pm for Comforting Soups, a cozy, hands-on cooking class where you’ll learn how to build rich, layered flavors and make delicious soups just in time for winter. Details.

🎸 Stop by Music Villa to enjoy the Taylor Guitars Tone Show from 6:00pm-8:00pm. You’ll get a first-look at Taylor’s latest models, enjoy live demos, and get the chance to sample their guitars. Free to attend! Details.

Today, we’re highlighting Finnley, a 2-year old high-energy goofball up for adoption who just wants to be included and tag along for adventures 🐶

Visit Heart Of The Valley Animal Shelter to meet Finnley any time Tuesday through Sunday, from 12pm-5:30pm.

This week, we’re doing a giveaway for a $25 gift card to West Paw! (On Instagram @westpawus)

The giveaway runs from today until next Sunday, 11/23, 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 phrase “WEST PAW”!

Thanks for reading! See you on Thursday for our next pre-weekend briefing 👋

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