🤠 What's going on in Bozeman & a Dee-O-Gee giveaway

Howdy, Bozeman!

Congrats to our Blackbird giveaway winner - Dani Johnson! 🎉

A quick heads up - we’ll be sending our September plan ahead newsletter tomorrow. Keep your eyes open for that to get ahead on your upcoming plans!

In today’s newsletter:

— Sam Howdy

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

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:

Olivelle is celebrating its 20th anniversary this September, and they’re marking the occasion with 20 days of savings and special gifts at their Bozeman store.

From September 1st through the 20th, save 20% on Olivelle-branded products, including their oils, vinegars, seasonings, salts, and more, plus 10% off nearly everything else in the store (minus electrics).

Everyone who makes a purchase will also receive a special-edition 20th anniversary recipe booklet and Olivelle tote bag, with additional gifts depending on how much you spend.

And there’s an extra perk just for Howdy Bozeman readers:

🫒 Mention Howdy Bozeman in store and receive a FREE 100ml bottle of oil or vinegar with your purchase.

Now’s the perfect time to check out the store and celebrate a Bozeman business that’s now been around for two decades.

Tap below for more details and stop by Olivelle to take advantage of the celebration, and stay tuned for more specials throughout the sale on their Instagram @olivelle_bozeman

🏈 The Montana State Bobcats opened their season with a 54-0 win over Utah Tech on Saturday. Details.

🕰️ Bozeman History: This week in 1914, on September 3rd, Bozeman broke ground on its first YMCA at Babcock Street and Tracy Avenue. Designed by local architect Fred Willson, the building featured 39 residential rooms, a swimming pool, and one of Montana’s largest gymnasiums when it opened the following year. Today, the 110-year-old building still stands at 6 W. Babcock Street as the Boulevard Apartments. Details.

💼 Featured Job: Bridger Ski Foundation is hiring a full-time Development Director in Bozeman to lead fundraising, donor relationships, corporate partnerships, grants, and community engagement ($95-110k salary). Apply here.

🧑‍🌾 Get fresh produce, local food and goods, flowers, and enjoy live music at the Bozeman Farmers’ Market at Lindley Park from 5:00pm-8:00pm. Details.

🇪🇸 Practice your Spanish at Drop-in Spanish Class starting at 5:30pm every Tuesday at Ponderosa Social. All skill levels are welcome for a relaxed evening of conversation, learning, and food & drink specials. Details.

✍️ Share your work and connect with fellow writers at Nonfiction Writers Group from 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Library. Bring a work in progress for constructive feedback and support. All skill levels are welcome. Details.

🎸 Catch legendary singer-songwriter Bonnie Raitt starting at 7:30pm at the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse. Special guest Jon Cleary joins her for the evening. Details.

🐶 Bobcats: Take a study break with therapy dogs from Intermountain Therapy Animals on the second floor of the MSU Library from 10:00am-12:00pm. Details.

🧘 Take a midday break with a Free Community Stretch at Beall Park from 12:00pm-1:00pm. All ages and flexibility levels are welcome for this relaxed community wellness session hosted by Treasure State Hostel. Details.

🎶 Indigenous singer-songwriter Ryan LittleEagle performs live at Field & Stream Lodge from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Details.

🎶 Live music at the Tune Up Bar features a jazz night with Ian & Jazz Friends performing from 6:00pm-8:00pm, followed by Eddie T & Jazz Friends from 9:00pm-11:00pm. Details.

🎶 Ben Musser brings his one-man-band blend of indie soul and rock ’n’ roll to Pine Creek Lodge from 7:00pm-9:00pm. The show is free on the outdoor Beer Garden Stage, with food and drinks available from 5:00pm-9:00pm and free car camping. Details.

🏃 Join the Big Sky Wind Drinkers for a free Fun Run at Hyalite Reservoir from 6:30pm-8:00pm. Choose your distance, run or walk at your own pace, then stick around for snacks and community. Details.

🐻 Brush up on bear safety at this free Bear Safety Workshop from 11:00am-2:00pm at Montana FWP’s Office. Practice using inert bear spray and learn how to safely handle bear encounters. Details.

💐 Visit 4 Daughters Farm for their weeknight Flower U-Pick from 5:00pm-8:00pm. Details.

🌭 Visit Bozeman Spirits for their community BBQ with free hot dogs every Thursday downtown, from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Details.

🎨 Carve, ink, and create your own tote bag at Studio Wheelhouse’s Lino Block Printing 101 class from 5:30pm-8:30pm. Learn the basics of block printing while designing your own stamp, then transfer your design to a tote. Details.

🎣 Build your fly fishing skills at the Women’s Fly Fishing Learning Session from 5:30pm-7:30pm at Field & Stream Lodge. Learn about seasonal conditions, trout behavior, hatches, fly selection, and more. Details.

🎶 Live music at the Tune Up Bar features performances by rocker Cherry Fox from 6:00pm-8:00pm, followed by jam band The Scurry from 9:00pm-11:00pm. Details.

🧘 Pilates in the Park with Nesso Pilates takes place from 6:15pm-7:05pm at Traditions Park, with a 50-minute outdoor Pilates class for all experience levels. Bring your mat and your friends! Details.

🎶 Get a first listen to the A River Runs Through It Opera starting at 7:00pm at the MSU Duck Pond. Hear selections from the new opera paired with passages from the Montana novella that inspired it. Free and open to all. Details.

😂 Catch a one-of-a-kind night of improv at Thursday Night Out at Last Best Comedy starting at 7:00pm. See rotating improv shows alongside a headlining set from some of LBC’s favorite performers. Details.

🎶 Singer-songwriter Hannah Belle Terrell performs at the Bozeman Hot Springs from 7:00pm-10:00pm with her guitar, cello, and looper pedal. Details.

This week, we’re giving away a $25 gift card to Dee-O-Gee! (On Instagram @deeogeebzn). The giveaway runs from today until next Sunday, 9/6, at 11:59pm, and we’ll announce the winner in next Monday’s newsletter.

To enter, make sure you’re subscribed to this newsletter and reply to this email with the word “DOGS”!

Today, we’re highlighting Sokka, a 1-year-old boy looking for his forever home. Visit him at Heart Of The Valley Animal Shelter, Tuesday-Sunday, from 12pm-5:30pm 🐶

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Thanks for reading! See you on Thursday with a look at what’s going on in Bozeman this weekend 👋

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