Good Day
Bozeman
Monday, December 1st, 2025
Good morning, Bozeman. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A group of Bozeman women forming 100 Strong Gallatin Valley is pooling $25 monthly donations to raise $10,000 quarterly for local nonprofits and will choose a winner for this funding today at 5:30 p.m. at Sky Oro Workspace in the Cannery District — they are also looking for more volunteers to help meet their goal. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ HRDC, which has served Bozeman for 50 years, offers many volunteer opportunities this holiday season to help local residents facing high living costs—volunteers can work at Fork & Spoon, join the KidsPack program, or assist at Homeward Point and the Gallatin Valley Food Bank. The organization also needs help decorating the Streamline Bus for the Belgrade Christmas Convoy on December 6th—other initiatives include food delivery and assistance at emergency shelters. Bozeman Magazine
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Biankini’s in Stoneridge Square opened in 2010 by Jim and Robin Lester to bring a California lunch concept to Bozeman. The restaurant serves house-made soups, sandwiches and salads and now caters local groups like MSU Athletics and Bozeman Health—expanding its daily menu offerings. Bozeman Magazine
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Bozeman Magazine released its 221st issue that highlights human creativity and offers local residents a new avenue to share their opinions on community topics. The magazine has been a trusted source for over 18 years & it welcomes letters from locals & it features local art and holiday events to connect the community. Bozeman Magazine
- ➤ Roots in the Sky, Montana's premier chamber choir, presents Readings & Carols Reimagined, a Nativity program inspired by the 1918 Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols that features traditional hymns and new works by living composers. The program will be performed on December 19 at The Big Sky Chapel in Big Sky, on December 20 at Hope Lutheran Church in Bozeman, and on December 21 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Bozeman. Bozeman Magazine
- ➤ Montana Theatre Works and The Ellen Theatre present A Christmas Carol for the fourth time since 2008 with Mary Jo Ludin directing after the theatre reopened from renovations—this stage adaptation mixes traditional dialogue with steampunk design. The show runs every Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. from December 5 to December 21 with tickets priced from $25—$49 and may be too scary for children under four. Bozeman Magazine
- ➤ On December 18, 1948, Santa Claus arrived by helicopter at a downtown parking lot near the old post office, drawing 2,500 local residents to watch him distribute candy + local businesses and the Junior Chamber of Commerce organized the event and set up special mailboxes for children’s wishes. Bozeman Magazine
- ➤ An article explains that Christmas lasts 12 days from December 25 to January 5 — a tradition that shapes local holiday events. It details historical customs including the origins of the 12 Days of Christmas carol and notes that Bozeman’s Christmas Stroll on December 6 marks the Feast of Saint Nicholas. Bozeman Magazine
- ➤ Bozeman businesses have created a list of holiday traditions that include festive displays, historic plays, markets and parades running through December. The events—such as the nutcracker display at the Lewis and Clark Motel, A Christmas Carol at the Ellen Theater and a torchlight parade at Bridger Bowl—offer family-friendly ways to celebrate the season. Bozeman Magazine
- ➤ A local filmmaker returned home to Bozeman after family ski trips and created an animated film—The Snow Day—that captures Yellowstone’s winter magic while blending real memories with hand-drawn scenes. His work turns snowy adventures into a timeless story of nature and art. Bozeman Magazine
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A local writer recalls how his family Christmas tree traditions changed over the years and explains that whitebark pines on nearby trails now face threats from disease, bugs, and warming weather (issues that also affect birds and bears). The piece links personal memories with worries about nature's future as winter settles in. Bozeman Magazine
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Creek closed its outpatient clinic on November 30, leaving many residents without needed support during the holiday season. Rimrock Center will open its new facility today—offering outpatient care and counseling to help fill this gap in Bozeman. Bozeman Magazine
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The National Association of REALTORS® report shows that first-time home buyers now comprise 21% of the market and have a record median age (40) while repeat buyers average 62, with many facing high down payments and limited inventory. Local data in Bozeman reveals 613 single-family homes sold in the first 10.5 months and 80 pending sales, mirroring national trends of buyers using increased home equity for larger payments. Bozeman Magazine
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Mannheim Steamroller Concert
7-9 p.m. — Brick Breeden Fieldhouse — Tickets required — Experience the iconic sounds of Mannheim Steamroller live in Bozeman.
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Katie Hall Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a relaxing evening of classic country tunes from the talented Katie Hall.
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Icarus Performance
7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — No cover charge — Experience the unique sounds of Art-Rock band Icarus with a blend of influences from alternative music.
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December Grounds for Connection: A Mental Health Professional Meetup
9-11 a.m. — Sky Oro — Free entry — Network over pastries and gain insights on mental health with Dr. Rebecka Pearson.
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Live Music with Mathias
7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Ticket Info Unavailable — Experience dynamic acoustic folk sounds fueled by rock and funk from a local favorite.
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Tom Petty Christmas Party
9:00 – 11:59 PM — Tune Up — Free entry — Celebrate the season with Petty jams and Christmas fun at the Second Annual Tom Petty Christmas Party.
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A Christmas Carol Performance
3-6 p.m. — Ellen Theatre — Tickets from $25 — Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge in a heartwarming holiday performance.
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Sparkle Spectacular New Year's Eve
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Tinworks at Rialto — Celebrate with sparkles, champagne, and dance moves.
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