Good morning, Bozeman.

For nearly 40 years, Thrive has offered free mentoring, parenting education, and family support across Gallatin Valley through programs for children from pregnancy to age 18.

The organization partners with local schools & nonprofits and hosts events like a charity golf tournament to connect and strengthen community ties.

Bozeman’s Olivelle, located on West Main Street, celebrates 20 years today with 20 days of 20% off storewide, cooking classes + tastings.

The family-led business grew from a kitchen gift idea and now offers specialty oils and vinegars nationwide.

The Pickle Barrel, Bozeman’s original sandwich shop since 1973, continues to serve hearty classics like its signature cheesesteak and now a seasonal gluten-free pickle pocket on College Street + maintains a longstanding family vibe.

Empty ( ) Space Company will perform Closer by Patrick Marber at downtown Bozeman Event Space on Sept.

25, 26, and 27 with a cast led by Bradford Rosenbloom and Evan Wilmes, offering a moving look at life’s truths.

Pine Creek Lodge is continuing its summer concert series this September despite school starting, featuring Bozeman-born Kitchen Dwellers who blend bluegrass, folk, and psychedelic music today.

Some shows are sold out, so check the secondary market for tickets.

An open house at the Tenney/Lewis home, 308 S.

Bozeman Ave. is set for Saturday, Sept. 12 to celebrate Samuel and Edmonia Lewis; call (406)522-8122 to purchase tickets benefitting the Gallatin History Museum. Exhibits on the siblings' legacies will also display at Tinworks Art and the Museum of the Rockies.

Local music lovers will revive Groovin’ On Festival over three days in Bozeman starting Friday, Sept.

18. The event includes a welcome party at Red Tractor Pizza, a family day at Bogart Park and a Sunday show at The Filling Station (with local bands, vendors and food trucks).

Bozeman Film Society launches its first Bozeman Film Festival Thursday, Oct.

8 with 93 indie films scheduled at venues such as The Ellen Theatre and Baxter Hotel until Sunday, Oct. 11 — early registration is recommended to secure a seat.

Bozeman School District 7 now requires high school students who bring phones to school to install The Commons app, which blocks social media and browsers from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in schools—policy allows calls and texts for parent contact and helps improve focus.

A free riparian walk will take place Thursday morning in Harvest Creek, led by Buescher of the Gallatin Watershed Council with guidance from Russell Smith to teach residents about wetlands, wildlife, and stormwater management.

The event will connect community members with nature + explain how stormwater systems protect local waterways.

Ross Pass and Ross Peak in the Bridger Mountains offer hikers a mix of grassy meadows and sharp rock towers near the south fork of Brackett Creek, with an ancient fault line (exposing Precambrian rocks) that makes the trail area unique and inviting for local explorers.

Local drive-thru coffee spots offer quick service and a range of unique brews, snacks, and breakfast bites today, from classic coffee huts to modern cafés.

The piece outlines ten top choices for commuters and residents who want to support neighborhood businesses + fuel their day.

Bobcat football won the national championship with a 35-34 victory over Illinois State after Taco Dowler’s overtime touchdown on Jan.

6, 2026, ending a 41-season wait and uniting generations of fans across the community.

Montana baseball history shows teams from Bozeman, Helena and Missoula played early games with modern overhand pitches and integrated players, shaping the sport.

Key figures like Clark Griffith and Joe Tinker made moves that paved the way for today’s game.

MSU football renews its vibrant season as Bobcat Stadium fills with fans and local businesses following a viral Super Brawl moment from last December that captured the community’s energy.

The fall season brings renewed excitement as students, parents, and longtime fans rally around the sport.