Best of Bozeman is live with 2017 community survey e are amid the Nineteenth Amendment was ratified by about our town and all it has to offer. You, Indian Food, Best Coffee Hut, Best Women’s the states nearly a century ago, the measures the people who call Bozeman and its sur- Donuts/Pastries, Best Distillery, Best Theatre, Best History taken by so many to secure enfranchisement rounding communities home, are the elec- Golf Course, Best Pet Services, Best Eco-Friendly Month in the are representative of what it means to be a tors of the area’s Best. Products, Best Local TV categories, and a few United citizen of our fine nation to this day. The voting window has been extended more surprises! States, just as Fast forward to Spring 2017. Following for the 2017 contest, giving you an entire It’s up to each and every one of you to the feeling of what was perhaps the most exhaustive elec- month to enter your picks. This year’s voting acknowledge your Best of the Best. This is empower- tion season in many of our lives, the polls consists of a multiple choice format, display- the time to take a few moments to give ment seems are reopening. No, we’re not getting a do- ing area favorites from previous surveys and recognition to your favorite food and bever- to find itself over. Something a little more fun and far the option to add a choice not listed. The age hotspots, service industries, live enter- at an all-time more community-oriented is on the ballot online ballot is also complete with new and tainment, small businesses, nonprofits, other high. And while we remember the suffrage this time around, so we hope the fatigue has revised categories. While there are many to local destinations, and so much more. Log movement — from its early beginnings, had a chance to wear off. Voting for the represent all our area’s vast Best-ness, voters on to www.thebestofbozeman.com through the many challenges it faced, to its 16th Annual Best of Bozeman has can decide the winners of as many or as few through April 15th to make your Decision place in our present — we are reminded begun! This friendly local competition is the titles as they please. 2017. Winners will be announced in the howW truly impactful voices can be. Though original celebration of everything we love Some of the new categories include: Best May 1st issue of The BoZone. • Contents Community ...... 2A Community ...... 3A Calendar ...... 4-5A e 1D Film ...... 6A g Literature ...... 7A Theatre ...... 8A See EndZone pa EcoZone ...... B *

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Place your bids with Arts Library presents jazz night, “Bitter Have you been to the Museum of open to the public. our modern world. These activities completed its line through Montana ologist Stephanie Gandulla joined Council’s annual auction Pill” art display, Seed Exchange & more the Rockies lately? Why not plan a Join in for CROCS Family are included with Museum in 1883, much to the great joy of the the Sedna Epic Expedition, a team The Arts Council of Big Sky is a Quick “Finish” session with well- not-quite-spring day to get lost in all Day on Saturday, March 25th from admission. state’s heavy industry titans and of explorers, educators, and artists pleased to be hosting its 5th known artists. These artists will be The Bozeman Public Library at the Library. those seeds, and return them to the it has to offer. Here’s a look at some 10am–12pm in celebration of The next Brews & the Big small-town grocery shoppers. who aim to empower young women Annual Auction for the Arts finishing their work during the first offers more than just a vast selection The Bitter Pill is a collection of Library in the fall! Look for garden- of the upcoming events at your Montana’s newest reptilian inhabi- Sky: Montana Made, Montana Consumers big and small benefited to become the next generation of fundraising event on Thursday, part of the event, and then the final of books, periodicals, and movies to artwork donated by survivors of pre- ing classes throughout the year. For neighborhood museum. tants! Through fun activities and Brewed will unfold on Tuesday, from railroads which shipped prod- Inuit leaders to tackle climate March 23rd, at Moonlight Lodge pieces will be aucti oned off later in its many pass-holders—it also hosts scription drug addiction that touch- more information, call (406) 582- Come check out the Science ucts in and out of our region. Join in change in the Arctic. Working in from 6–9pm. The event is spon- the evening. People are encouraged a number of community and other ingly expresses the struggle, loss, and 2416. The Seed Exchange is co- Inquiry Lecture Series, held monthly for a discussion of Montana rail- Iqaluit, Nunavut, the all-female sored by Big Sky Sotheby’s to come early and watch as the events open to the pub- sponsored by the on Wednesday evenings through roading’s past, present and future. team worked with Inuit youth, girls, International Realty. pieces come to life, then finished lic. Here’s a look at Black Robin Farm. May. Join MOR and the Gallatin Brews & The Big Sky explores and elders to deliver their innovative There are two ticket levels for and framed in front of them. what’s coming up. Yoga for All Valley Friends of the Sciences to the unique growth and success of ocean outreach program using touch the event. General tickets are $75 This year will again include a Kids and adults are abilities continues explore cutting-edge science topics, business and industry under the Big aquariums and underwater robots. each and include admiss ion to the silent auction component, featuring invited to join in for a into spring, held their latest developments, and their Sky paired with unique Montana Listen to Stephanie share stories auction, heavy appetizers, and two local and regional artists. St. Patrick’s Day every Tuesday from relevance to society through speaker brews. This adults-only winter series and images from this field season drink tickets good for a draft beer During the Quick Finish ses- Party on Friday, 11–11:45am and presentations followed by an engag- continues its second season with pro- along the southern shores of Baffin or house wine. There are also VIP sion, appetizers will be passed March 17 at 4pm in the 12–12:45pm in the ing question and answer session. gram expansions. Enjoy a night out Island in the Canadian Arctic. Learn tickets available for $125, which around and the lodge alongside a Community Room. Large Community “Adaptations in Owls” with as the Museum becomes a lively how Team Sedna is setting the stage include all of the above pl us admis- full bar. Light jazz music from the Local musician and Room. The morn- Denver Holt is set for Wednesday, venue for drinks, dinner, and local for their potentially record-setting, sion to two other events: a luncheon Adam Greenberg Trio will be play- storyteller Tom ing class is taught byMarch 22nd beginning at 7pm. How history. Begin your evening with an 100-day snorkel relay of the with the artists on March 22nd at ing as well. Robison has created a accomplished yoga well can they see at night, how well exploration of local industries, pre- Northwest Passage to begin in 2018. noon in the Talus Room at Big Sky The live auction for the artwork puppet show with shad- instructor Karen can they hear, how silently do owls sented by Curator of History, This lecture will be held in Hager Resort, and a artist reception with will take place at 8pm, with profes- ow puppets to tell a Averitt and the fly, why are they so hard to find— Michael Fox, with a lecture in the Auditorium and is free and open to Kevin Red Star at the Sotheby’s sional auctioneer Troy Black get- story of a goat, two noon class by local and why do people admire them so interactive stations, MOR is bring- March 28th from 6–8pm. “Welcome Hager Auditorium. Following the the public. real estate office in the Big Sky ting the bidding going in the Irish monks, and a robber. And of extreme cost of abuse. The goal of mom and instructor Jen DuCharme. much? Holt, president of the Owl ing the Mesozoic Era back to life. Aboard! Bringing Prosperity to the Big lecture, sample brews from a Using the past and present, Town Center. The VIP tickets also Moonlight Lodge dining room. course, the event will feature live fid- this exhibit is to start a positive com- The morning class tends to have Research Institute, will discuss what Learn about crocodiles and alliga- Sky” with Livingston Depot Center Montana brewery, purchase dinner Museum of the Rockies inspires life- give you preferred front row seating Half of the proceeds from the art dling, harp, and singing, so be sure munity conversation about the prob- more kids following Books & Babies, owls can tell us about adapting to tors by meeting these predators up and Three Forks Heritage Museum from a local food truck, or wander long learning in science, history, cul- at the live auction. Tickets are now auction will directly benefit the to wear green! lem of prescription drug abuse from but all are welcome to environments. DNA Surgery for Curing close and personal. See live demon- will be serving draft selections from through MOR exhibitions. Enjoy an ture, and art; advances knowledge available and can only be pur- Arts Council of Big Sky to help off- Exploring the Arts returns on the perspective of those most affect- either class. Open to all ages and Genetic Diseases with Dr. Blake strations, participate in family activi- Überbrew. There is an $8 admission adults-only evening at MOR! through collections, research and chased by phone at (406) 995-2742. set the costs of producing more Monday, March 20th at 7pm. Join in ed. The exhibit will also feature the abilities, instructors focus on the Wiedenheft will follow on April ties, read storybooks, make crafts which includes a free glass and beer The Elise R. Donohue Lectures discovery; and presents engaging, “We’re excited to bring in these than 20 events throughout the for a night of jazz featuring Adam resources and outreach that is avail- basics of yoga, breathing, and 19th. These lectures will be held in and more as you explore these tasting for those 21 and older. on the American West series will vibrant exhibits and programming. amazing artists and showcase them year—many of them free. This is a Greenberg (drums), Alex Robilotta able in Gallatin County for individu- mind/body connections. Please Hager Auditorium and are free and ancient predators that now live in The Northern Pacific Railroad present “Bringing the Ocean to MOR brings the world to Montana to the Big Sky community,” says great way to acquire some incredi- (guitar), and Eddie T (bass) perform- als struggling with addiction. Join in bring your own mat and any props Eye Level: Notes from the and Montana to the world. For ACBS Executive Director Brian ble artwork and contribute to the ing new arrangements of contempo- for this health outreach to bring a you choose to use. Arctic” with Stephanie Gandulla, more information for these and Hurlbut. “This is event has grown Arts Council. rary pop music, as well as standards conversation into our community In previous years, the Library Wednesday, March 29th beginning future events, visit over the years, and this year we are For more information on this from the Great American Song and discover ways to help each other Foundation’s annual Cornerstone at 6:30pm. www.museumoftherockies.org featuring several new, highly col- amazing event, ple ase call the Arts Book. This evening is sponsored by recover and build a better Montana. Celebration was held in April. Get a jump on wedding season with In July of 2016, maritime archae- or call (406) 994-5257. • lectible artis ts.” Council at (406) 995-2742, or visit the Library Foundation and is open The Library is starting a seed This year, the event has been The evening begins at 6pm with www.bigskyarts.org/. • to music fans of all ages. library for gardeners, green thumbs, moved to Saturday, October 7th, “Bitter Pill: Montana Lives and greenhorns alike! The kickoff and will be at Riverside Country Downtown Bridal Walk Affected by Rx Abuse” is sched- event is the Bozeman Seed Club. Please be sure to save the uled to visit Bozeman from Sunday, Exchange on Saturday, April 1st date on your calendars—more March 26th through Friday, April from 1–3pm in both meeting rooms. details to come! Trekkie ‘First Contact 7th. An opening reception with Here’s how the seed library works: The Bozeman Public Library is refreshments will be held Monday, borrow seeds from BPL, plant them, located at 626 E. Main Street. For Party’ supports Reach Inc. March 27th from 6–8pm. A closing tend to them, harvest them, enjoy more information on these and panel discussion will be held the fruits of your labor, and at the other events, please visit Please join Reach Inc. for the 3rd visit the event website, www.boze- Wednesday, April 5th from 6–8pm end of the growing season, save www.bozemanlibrary.org/. • annual First Contact Party on manfirstcontact.org/. Saturday, April 1st at 6pm. This Reach Inc. is a local, private, year’s event will once again be held nonprofit organization that’s been at the Holiday Inn in Bozeman, and providing services to adults with School of Art – Islamic Cultural Celebration will feature a costume contest, ship developmental disabilities since 1974. building contest, hand-crafted cos- Their mission is to empower the peo- During the month of March, the geometry embedded in visual art Friday, March 31st in Cheever 215 tume awards, and a trivia contest. As ple they serve to attain their individ- School of Art at Montana State and poetry, this project revisits the from 1–2pm, documenting lost Arab always, proceeds will benefit the ual goals and aspirations. For more University is pleased to present ongoing impact of Islamic art, sci- art from the Iraqi and Afghani Wars people served by Reach Inc. than 42 years, Reach Inc. has grown The Islamic Cultural ence, and philosophy throughout the with lecture, “Archiving Cultural Tickets are available now to serve upwards of 100 clients. They Celebration. This series of events world today. Identity and National Memory: through www.reachinc.org/and support people 18 years or older who and art shows celebrates countries of Preceding the public reception, Destruction, Loss and Rescue of Modern the Reach Inc. Work Center, 322 are diagnosed with an intellectual Islamic faith in encouragement of Shabout will also speak in Cheever Iraqi Art.” The lecture will be held in Gallatin Park Dr., Monday through disability by providing residential, multiculturalism, and to promote 215 on March 30th from conjunction with the History, Friday from 8am–5pm, or through a vocational, and transportation servic- diversity in Montana and on the 5:15–6:30pm. This presentation is Philosophy, Religious and Gender committee member. es. With its vocational Work Center, MSU campus. entitled “Contemporary Art from the Studies Department at MSU. To sponsor this event, volunteer, six full-service residential facilities, “Geometric Aljamia: A Cultural Arab World: A Global Perspective.” In addition, throughout March, or share brilliant ideas, please con- and a growing fleet of vehicles, Transliteration” will be on display at Dr. Nada Shabout has been an satellite exhibits will be held in the tact Dee Metrick at Reach provides substantial communi- the Helen E. Copeland Gallery Assistant Professor of Art History at front showcase at Renne [email protected] or (406) 587- ty support for adults with develop- through April 4th. A public recep- the University of North Texas since Library. Artifacts from Persian coun- 1271. For more information, please mental disabilities. • tion will be held on Thursday, 2002, teaching Arab visual culture tries will be on display. There will be 50th Annual Garagarama at Fairgrounds March 30th from 6:30–8:30pm, and Islamic art. She has been work- an additional exhibition in the after a lecture by Dr. Nada Shabout. ing on the documentation of mod- Dean’s Gallery on the second floor Saturday, April 1st won’t fool an to be some good deals on The site. Refreshments & potluck food from ern Iraqi heritage, particularly the of Cheever Hall. optimist—especially not the enthusi- Beatles albums or a Star Trek outfit The Bozeman Optimists were Arabic & Persian nations provided. collection previously held at The Helen E. Copeland Gallery astic idealists organizing the 50th back then.” chartered in 1947 and have about 25 ‘Celebrity Servers’ event “Aljamía” is a medieval Spanish the Iraqi Museum of Modern is located on the second floor of Annual Garagarama! Held for Hanson said Garagarama, a one- members today. The club holds two word that refers to Romance lan- Art since her visit to Baghdad in Haynes Hall. Please note that the half a century in Bozeman, day event, offers all sorts of garage- major fundraising activities— guages written in Arabic script. The June 2003. She has organized panels parking passes are required for park- Garagarama will celebrate its golden sale-like items from vendors. Christmas tree sales and benefits Family Promise resulting transliteration contributed and presented around the world on ing during the business day anniversary at the Gallatin County Individuals & organizations purchase Garagarama. Monies raised support Want to support homeless at a time. Tickets are $65 per per- to the dissemination of the Arabic the state of Iraq’s modern heritage, (6am–6pm). Gallery hours are Fairgrounds. more than 70 booth spaces and a number of local youth activities. families in the Gallatin Valley com- son. Wine, beer, and a specialty language and Islamic influences the relationship of identity and visu- Monday through Friday from “Time just flies right on by when donors provide silent auction items. Garagarama is set for Saturday, munity? The 5th Annual “Celebrity Server” sangria will also throughout the Iberian Peninsula al representations in modern and 9am–5pm. For more information on you’re happy,” said Bozeman “This year we have some great April 1st beginning at 8am. Located Celebrity Servers event is set for be available for purchase. Family and beyond. By understanding the contemporary Iraqi art, and exhibi- this exhibition, or on the Helen E. Optimist Amy Hanson, one of the silent auction pieces to bid on, at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds, Thursday, April 6th at Un-Knotted Promise hopes to see you there! arts as a transliteration of one form tions of Middle Eastern arts in the Copeland Gallery in general, please many club members. “Here we are including irises from Don Heyden, the event takes place in all four Café, 708 N. Rouse, beginning at Family Promise of Gallatin of thinking to another, and address- West since 9/11. visit www.hecgallery.com/or at 50 years, the event is still growing vacation packages from Xanterra exhibit buildings. Admission is $2 for 6pm. This is a unique adult Valley is a nonprofit network of ing the fundamental patterns and Shabout will speak again on follow them on Facebook. • and it continues to provide funding Resorts in Yellowstone Park, restau- adults, while children under 10 are evening event benefiting Family interfaith organizations working for youth programs in the Valley. rant gift certificates, gravel from admitted free. Breakfast is served Promise of Gallatin Valley, together to end homelessness in the And it’s fun!” TMC, and even concrete from Knife from 7–10:30am, with lunch to fol- Bozeman’s only year-round shelter Gallatin Valley, one family at a This year, the Optimist Club is River,” Hanson said. “Plus, you can low from 11:30am–2pm in Exhibit for homeless families with children. time. They provide shelter assis- looking for individuals who can bid on work to be done by Moxie Building 4. Lunch and breakfast are Family Promise invites local tance and full-time case manage- Community show, tin can art with LCAC remember something about the first Construction, or an array of golf both $7, unless purchased with “celebrities” to serve a delicious ment to families experiencing Garagarama. Stories and memories packages. It’s not your everyday admission for $8. The 18th Annual soldering iron. can be shared on the Bozeman silent auction.” For booth rental or vendor infor- Italian-themed dinner to homelessness, and connect families Community Art Show, All levels of experience event attendees. to services they need to achieve sta- Optimist Club’s Facebook page. In celebration of the 50th, the mation, call Amy Hanson at (406) “Community welcome. Cost is $35 with “We should see some great recol- Optimists will have a drawing for a 599-3535. Be sure to follow Celebrity Servers is open to bility and independence. Learn Collage: Year of the an additional $5 materials anyone interested in learning more more and purchase tickets to the lections pop up,” said fellow club quilt entitled “Women of Courage.” Garagarama on Facebook, Rooster,” will show at fee. Please call (406) 222- member Jim Johannes. “There had Tickets can be purchased for $1 on @Garagarama. • about how Family Promise is work- Celebrity Servers event by visiting the Livingston Center 5222 or email Kathy@liv- ing to end homelessness, one family www.familypromisegv.org/. • for Art and Culture ingstoncenter.org with (LCAC) through March questions and to register. 25th. The public is The Livingston Center invited to an Artists’ for Art and Culture is dedi- Reception on Friday, cated to providing an March 17th from opportunity for artists and 5:30–8pm to help cele- other professionals to share brate this wonderful their skills and talents with tradition. Come check the residents of Park out this vibrant exhibit County and the neighbor- of art contributed by ing counties. It is their aim community members of to make art and culture all ages and ability. Rings and Bangles from Tin inviting and accessible to as Also at the LCAC, MSU Cans on Saturday, March 25th broad an audience as possible, with Professor of Metalsmithing Bryan from 11am–3pm. emphasis on youth. They provide a Petersen will show you how to make Learn crimping and fold- location for classes, a meeting and ing techniques to create rings gathering venue for educational and bangles to size from a exchange, and an exhibition gallery deconstructed tin can. Learn to for artists’ and students’ work. The cut open, flatten and prepare a LCAC is located at 119 S. Main St. tin can for use in future projects Learn more about this class and and solder with lead-free other events at www.livingston- plumbers solder and a center.org/. •

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Brews & the Big Sky, “Notes from the Arctic” & MORe Have you been to the Museum of open to the public. our modern world. These activities completed its line through Montana ologist Stephanie Gandulla joined the Rockies lately? Why not plan a Join in for CROCS Family are included with Museum in 1883, much to the great joy of the the Sedna Epic Expedition, a team not-quite-spring day to get lost in all Day on Saturday, March 25th from admission. state’s heavy industry titans and of explorers, educators, and artists it has to offer. Here’s a look at some 10am–12pm in celebration of The next Brews & the Big small-town grocery shoppers. who aim to empower young women of the upcoming events at your Montana’s newest reptilian inhabi- Sky: Montana Made, Montana Consumers big and small benefited to become the next generation of neighborhood museum. tants! Through fun activities and Brewed will unfold on Tuesday, from railroads which shipped prod- Inuit leaders to tackle climate Come check out the Science ucts in and out of our region. Join in change in the Arctic. Working in Inquiry Lecture Series, held monthly for a discussion of Montana rail- Iqaluit, Nunavut, the all-female on Wednesday evenings through roading’s past, present and future. team worked with Inuit youth, girls, May. Join MOR and the Gallatin Brews & The Big Sky explores and elders to deliver their innovative Valley Friends of the Sciences to the unique growth and success of ocean outreach program using touch explore cutting-edge science topics, business and industry under the Big aquariums and underwater robots. their latest developments, and their Sky paired with unique Montana Listen to Stephanie share stories relevance to society through speaker brews. This adults-only winter series and images from this field season presentations followed by an engag- continues its second season with pro- along the southern shores of Baffin ing question and answer session. gram expansions. Enjoy a night out Island in the Canadian Arctic. Learn “Adaptations in Owls” with as the Museum becomes a lively how Team Sedna is setting the stage Denver Holt is set for Wednesday, venue for drinks, dinner, and local for their potentially record-setting, March 22nd beginning at 7pm. How history. Begin your evening with an 100-day snorkel relay of the well can they see at night, how well exploration of local industries, pre- Northwest Passage to begin in 2018. can they hear, how silently do owls sented by Curator of History, This lecture will be held in Hager fly, why are they so hard to find— Michael Fox, with a lecture in the Auditorium and is free and open to and why do people admire them so interactive stations, MOR is bring- March 28th from 6–8pm. “Welcome Hager Auditorium. Following the the public. much? Holt, president of the Owl ing the Mesozoic Era back to life. Aboard! Bringing Prosperity to the Big lecture, sample brews from a Using the past and present, Research Institute, will discuss what Learn about crocodiles and alliga- Sky” with Livingston Depot Center Montana brewery, purchase dinner Museum of the Rockies inspires life- owls can tell us about adapting to tors by meeting these predators up and Three Forks Heritage Museum from a local food truck, or wander long learning in science, history, cul- environments. DNA Surgery for Curing close and personal. See live demon- will be serving draft selections from through MOR exhibitions. Enjoy an ture, and art; advances knowledge Genetic Diseases with Dr. Blake strations, participate in family activi- Überbrew. There is an $8 admission adults-only evening at MOR! through collections, research and Wiedenheft will follow on April ties, read storybooks, make crafts which includes a free glass and beer The Elise R. Donohue Lectures discovery; and presents engaging, 19th. These lectures will be held in and more as you explore these tasting for those 21 and older. on the American West series will vibrant exhibits and programming. Hager Auditorium and are free and ancient predators that now live in The Northern Pacific Railroad present “Bringing the Ocean to MOR brings the world to Montana Eye Level: Notes from the and Montana to the world. For Arctic” with Stephanie Gandulla, more information for these and Wednesday, March 29th beginning future events, visit at 6:30pm. www.museumoftherockies.org Get a jump on wedding season with In July of 2016, maritime archae- or call (406) 994-5257. • Downtown Bridal Walk The Downtown Bozeman Participate in the 7th Annual plaques, and prizes will be present- Association (DBA) and downtown Photography Contest at The ed to the winners of the “the most Support young adults with retailers, along with gracious com- Element by Westin Bozeman. scenic image,” “the most unique munity sponsors, are proud to pres- Partake in wine, cake, and hors image,” and “the best overall bridal ent the 2017 Bridal Walk on d’oeuvres tastings along the way, image.” Help give these incredible autism at Erik’s Ranch Saturday, April 1st from 11am–3pm and have the chance to win many photographers the recognition they up and down Main Street in in-store giveaways and raffles deserve while finding the perfect Downtown Bozeman. Plan your including a $500 shopping spree to one for your wedding look! Montana Wedding in the heart of be used at any of the participating Same-day registration will be Bozeman! businesses. held at The Baxter Hotel (in the The DBA is rolling out the red The Photography Contest is a upstairs Ballroom) at 105 West carpet for brides and their MUST stop during the Bridal Walk! Main Street from 11am–3pm and entourage in Downtown Bozeman! All displayed photo entries are taken maps and booklets can be picked up Stop by the Baxter Hotel any time and submitted by local and regional at any of the participating business- on the day of the event and receive photographers and will be displayed es two weeks prior to the event. a map/booklet and a bag of good- at The Element by Westin Bozeman Additional event information, ies to help you on your way! Then, at 25 East Mendenhall during the including vendor registration and stroll Main Street and discover Bridal Walk Event. Along with the photography contest applications, nearly 40 participating businesses amazing photo entries, each pho- can be found at www.downtown- that can help you with all of your tographer’s contact information (fly- bozeman.org or by calling (406) wedding needs. Find everything ers, cards, etc.) and voting ballots 586-4008. This event is FREE of from dresses, rings, invitations, flow- will be on-hand for voting and wed- charge and will go on rain or shine. ers, gift registries, and more. ding planning needs. Awards, See you downtown! • On Saturday, May 6th, Erik’s Ranch those on the autism spectrum will & Retreats of Livingston will host a live on eternally. Join the move- special evening celebrating the ment at Erik’s Ranch and remem- tremendous passions and talents of ber to take a photo of your rock young adults with autism. All- and upload it to social media 50th Annual Garagarama at Fairgrounds American skier and Bozeman native using the hashtag Saturday, April 1st won’t fool an to be some good deals on The site. Dan McKay will present, along #eriksrocksautism. optimist—especially not the enthusi- Beatles albums or a Star Trek outfit The Bozeman Optimists were with Erik’s Ranch & Retreats’ mem- Erik’s Ranch & Retreats, LLC, astic idealists organizing the 50th back then.” chartered in 1947 and have about 25 ber and avid skier Matt Ives. provides independent living and Annual Garagarama! Held for Hanson said Garagarama, a one- members today. The club holds two The event will include a dinner working environments for adults half a century in Bozeman, day event, offers all sorts of garage- major fundraising activities— of small plates, wine tasting, and with autism on behalf of Erik’s Garagarama will celebrate its golden sale-like items from vendors. Christmas tree sales and dessert. A reception and charity auc- Ranch, Inc, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit anniversary at the Gallatin County Individuals & organizations purchase Garagarama. Monies raised support tion will kick off the evening at 4pm, corporation with two locations — Fairgrounds. more than 70 booth spaces and a number of local youth activities. followed by a presentation and con- one near Bozeman, MT, and the “Time just flies right on by when donors provide silent auction items. Garagarama is set for Saturday, versation at 6:15pm. There is a sug- other, Edina, MN. you’re happy,” said Bozeman “This year we have some great April 1st beginning at 8am. Located gested donation of $25 at the door Both locations are integrated Optimist Amy Hanson, one of the silent auction pieces to bid on, at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds, to support the Ranch’s efforts to into the surrounding community many club members. “Here we are including irises from Don Heyden, the event takes place in all four offer a first-of-its-kind living, work- so members live, work, and inter- at 50 years, the event is still growing vacation packages from Xanterra exhibit buildings. Admission is $2 for ing, and social environment for act with both neighbors and visi- and it continues to provide funding Resorts in Yellowstone Park, restau- adults, while children under 10 are young adults with autism. Please tors to these unique destinations. for youth programs in the Valley. rant gift certificates, gravel from admitted free. Breakfast is served register for this event in advance at Members live as independently And it’s fun!” TMC, and even concrete from Knife from 7–10:30am, with lunch to fol- www.eriksranch.org/. as possible, engaged in meaningful This year, the Optimist Club is River,” Hanson said. “Plus, you can low from 11:30am–2pm in Exhibit Your donation to attend this activities that include family, looking for individuals who can bid on work to be done by Moxie Building 4. Lunch and breakfast are celebratory evening will allow you friends, and community. The mis- Community show, tin can art with LCAC remember something about the first Construction, or an array of golf both $7, unless purchased with the opportunity to make a dedica- sion of Erik’s Ranch is to match Garagarama. Stories and memories packages. It’s not your everyday admission for $8. tion on the rock wall terrace at the environment and the mem- can be shared on the Bozeman silent auction.” For booth rental or vendor infor- Erik’s Ranch. Choose a rock and bers’ strengths, abilities, and Optimist Club’s Facebook page. In celebration of the 50th, the mation, call Amy Hanson at (406) leave a message for a loved one on desires; increase skills, enabling “We should see some great recol- Optimists will have a drawing for a 599-3535. Be sure to follow the autism spectrum or for some- independence and participation in lections pop up,” said fellow club quilt entitled “Women of Courage.” Garagarama on Facebook, one who supports a loved one with the community; and provide sur- member Jim Johannes. “There had Tickets can be purchased for $1 on @Garagarama. • autism. Because of rock stars like roundings that encourage family you, the talents and passions of and community participation. •

Bozeman Monologues provides perspectives on unspoken issues For the fourth year in a row, the to personal experiences with vio- Students Against Sexual 2017 Bozeman Monologues will lence. The bravery displayed by per- Assault is a student-run organiza- bring diverse community perspec- formers to talk about their most tion at Montana State University tives on sex, sexuality, gender, identi- painful or most embarrassing experi- which strives to promote respect ty, and violence to the stage. The ences is meant to encourage audi- and healthy relationships through event will unfold at the Emerson ence members to do the same in education and activism. SASA is a Center for the Arts & Culture on their own lives, creating a more sup- group of passionate students dedi- Thursday, March 30th at 7pm. portive community willing to talk cated to community and campus Admission is $3 for students and $5 about difficult topics. All proceeds outreach focused on increasing for all other community members. from the performance will benefit awareness of stalking, relationship First come, first serve admission— SASA’s Survivor Fund, which direct- violence, and sexual assault. tickets available at the door. Doors ly assists survivors of sexual assault Learn more at at 6:30pm. and relationship violence right here www.facebook.com/- The Bozeman Monologues will in Bozeman. SASAMSU/. • be hosted by Montana State University’s Students Against Sexual Assault (SASA), and is comprised of pieces written and performed by Bozeman residents. Topics range from innocent mishaps in the bedroom, to empowering stories of coming out,

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& 11:15am 10:15 am Library 1 Bozeman Winter Farmers’ Market 9 am Emerson Dinosaur Prophecy & 3pm 11 am MoR Crocs 9 am MoRockies Einstein’s Gravity Playlist 1 pm MoR Planetarium Baby Expo 2017 10 am Gallatin Valley Mall Dr. Nada Shabout lecture 1 pm Cheever 215 Gallatin Valley Spring for Food 10 am Gallatin Valley Food Bank Public Skating 1:30 pm Haynes Pavilion Second Annual Books and Brunch 11 am Gallatin History Museum Diamond 3:30 pm Montana Jack 13th Annual Bridal Walk 11 am Downtown Bozeman Claudia Williams 5:30 pm Kountry Korner Cafe Saturday Stories 11:15 am Library Shelly Besler & Tony Polecastro 6 pm Uncorked Einstein’s Gravity Playlist 1 pm MoR Planetarium IBU’s 6 pm MAP Brewing Bozeman Seed Exchange 1 pm Bozeman Library Shelly Besler and Tony Polecastro 6 pm Uncorked Emperor’s New Clothes 2 pm Verge Theater Soup to End the Silence fundraiser 6 pm Livingston Depot Patrol Band 3 pm Jim Bridger Lodge- Bridger Bowl Startup Weekend Bozeman 6:30 pm MSU-Jabs Hall Milton Menasco 3:30 pm Montana Jack • Tom Murphy 6:30 pm Baxter Hotel - Lobby Closing Weekend 4 pm Bridger Bowl • Dan Dubuque 7 pm Norris Hot Springs Speed Dating Mix & Mingle 5:30 pm Dry Hills Distillery Author Event w/ Virginia Reeves 7 pm Country Bookshelf Bob Britten 5:30 pm Kountry Korner Cafe Dan Dubuque 7 pm Norris Hot Springs Weston Lewis 6 pm Katabatic Brewing Jazz Night w/ Alex Robilotta 7 pm Red Tractor Matt Ridgeway 6 pm Uncorked The Fitzgerald Family Band 7:30 pm Ellen Theatre Claudia Williams 6:30 pm Baxter Hotel Jeni Fleming Trio – Reunion Show 7:30 pm Emerson center Heather Lingle 7 pm Norris Hot Springs Evita 8 pm Shane Lalani Center Triva 7 pm THE Legion Bar- Bozeman Chris Cunningham & Friends 8 pm Live From the Divide Fools Gold 7 pm Gallatin Riverhouse Grill 2017 8, 14-April March Random Acts of Improv 8 pm Verge Theater Teen Skate Party at the Rink 7 pm Haynes Pavillion 2017 8, 14-April March Mike Haring 8:30 pm Carabiner Lounge Heather Lingle 7 pm Norris Hot Springs Justin Case Band 9 pm Chico Hot Springs Saloon Random Acts of Improv 8 pm Verge Theater Bluebelly Junction 9 pm Sacajawea Hotel Evita 8 pm Shane Lalani Center Gallatin Grass Project 9 pm Murray Bar Justin Case Band 9 pm Chico Hot Springs Saloon Exit 288 9 pm The Legion Bar- Bozeman Scared 9 pm JRs Lounge GrooveWax 9 pm Eagles Bar Ticket Sauce 9 pm Murray Bar Scared 9 pm JRs Lounge Exit 288 9 pm The Legion Bar- Bozeman Mama Magnolia 9:30 pm Zebra Lounge Sugar Daddies 9 pm Sacajawea Bar Karaoke 9:30 pm Montana Jack GrooveWax 9 pm Eagles Bar Digital Beat Down & MOTH 10 pm Filling Station Close to Toast 9:30 pm Mixers Saloon Tom Kirwan 10 pm Haufbrau The Last Revel with Crow & The Canyon 10 pm Filling Station TheBestofBozeman.com TheBestofBozeman.com Read-Sing-Play! 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4 pm Emerson center Intermission Logan Dunning 5 pm Dry Hills Distillery 9 pm Sacajawea Bar Bob Britten 5:30 pm Kountry Korner Cafe Ryan Chrys & Cole and the Thornes 6 pm MAP Brewing The Rough Bozeman Swing 7 pm The MAC Cuts 9 pm Jimmy Smith System 7 pm Gallatin Riverhouse Grill Murray Bar Amber Ikeman 7 pm Norris Hot Springs Cosmic Noise Ballroom Dance Bozeman Spring Dance 8 pm Masonic Temple 9 pm Mike Haring 8:30 pm Carabiner Lounge The Legion Bar- Strangeways 9 pm Chico Hot Springs Saloon Bluebelly Cosmic Noise 9 pm The Legion Bar- Bozeman Junction 9 pm Bluebelly Junction 9 pm JRs Lounge JRs Lounge Bull Mountain Quenby & West of Wayland 9 pm Eagles Bar Boys 9:30 pm www.Twang 9 pm Sacajawea Bar Mixers Saloon Hawthorne Roots 9 pm Murray Bar Sol Seed 10 pm Bull Mountain Boys 9:30 pm Mixers Saloon Filling Station Dodgy Mountain Men & Cascade Crescendo 10 pm Filling Station G e t Y o u r e v e n t s o n t h e C a l e n d a r ! e m a i l : i n f o @ B o Z o n e . 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Movie Lovers Doc Series: The Islands and the Whales ------On Thursday, March 23rd at community, Day has carved out a whale hunt and the harvesting of 7pm at the Emerson Center, The brave, revealing and morally uneasy sea birds atop the ragged cliffs of The Kingdom of Dreams Bozeman Doc Series presents the exposé of a largely unknown the island. The real giant within The award winning new documentary, nation.” – Cinevue Islands and the Whales, however, is its and Madness: The Islands and the Whales. “Gorgeous and complexly phenomenal sound design, which In their remote home in the woven…While The Islands and The uses Dolby Atmos audio to capture A Glimpse into Genius North Atlantic, the Faroe Islanders Whales may be a visually stunning, the full richness of the island land- have always eaten what nature could aurally impressive technical marvel, scape. The immersive aural tracks By Kari Bowles Both Wind Rises and Princess provide, proud to put local food on it is [director] Day’s sensitivity to let the wind blow and the birds If asked to name an animated Kaguya were announced as the the table. The land yields little, so his amenable subjects and balanced squawk as the film depicts a land film, most people in the United final projects the veteran directors they have always relied on harvest- approach that make the film a com- worth preserving. The soundtrack States will probably select a would be undertaking before ing their seas. Hunting whales and mendable success. It’s not without affords a sense of being present on Disney movie. retirement. seabirds kept them alive for genera- reason that Day took home the Faroe Islands and right in the It’s also possi- Takahata appears tions and gave them the way of life the Emerging International thick of the fight.” – POV Magazine ble that they to have been in they love, a life they would pass on Filmmaker Award following its Doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets would offer a earnest, as he to their children. But today they picture by comes across in face a grave threat to this tradition. Dreamworks the documentary It’s not the controversy sur- or as the less obses- rounding whaling that threatens Illumination, sive of the two the Faroese way of life — the dan- but the Mouse artists. Miyazaki ger is coming from the whales House is still is famously mer- themselves. The Faroese are among the one with curial on the sub- the first to feel the affects of our most name ject, having ever more polluted oceans. They recognition — announced his have discovered that their beloved (I’ve noticed retirement with whales are toxic, contaminated by people tend to every film since the outside world. What once assume it’s Princess Mononoke secured their survival now endan- Disney if it’s animated). in 1997, only to come out and gers their children and the Faroe Worldwide, however, the odds are make another one. His workman- Islanders must make a choice decent that a work from Studio like dedication is well-nigh all between health and tradition. Ghibli would be named. My consuming. There’s a scene in the In director Mike Day’s stunning Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, film were Miyazaki is being inter- second feature, the Faroese struggle and Spirited Away are but a few viewed while at the drawing is brought vividly to life. Winner of Ghibli films. Like most Japanese board; he never looks up from the the Grand Jury Prize at the recent animation, the Ghibli films were task at hand, yet answers every DOC NYC Festival and the Best of World Premiere at Hot Docs. He’s are available at the door or before unknown in America outside of a question simply and directly, often the Fest at the Wild & Scenic Film one to watch.” – Ioncinema the show at Cactus Records and small yet ardent fan base. This has with a cigarette to his lips. Festival, the film has screened at fes- “Day captures the awesome visu- Movie Lovers. Tickets are also avail- changed over the past decade or Yet it is also part of his rou- tivals around the world to wide- al power of the land as sweeping able online at www.bozemandoc- so, thanks in large part to a tine, in between drawing and con- spread critical acclaim. cinematography shows the Faroe series.org, where you can also buy Disney-brokered deal to distribute sultations with Ghibli’s longtime “Jaw-dropping in its visual splen- Islands shrouded in mist and sus- Season Passes and 7-film punch the films stateside. The bulk of the producer Toshio Suzuki, to go up dor…In allowing the natives to pended in time. The film gains cards, learn more about the series, studio’s films come from two to the studio’s rooftop garden in speak for themselves, brutally depict- impressive access to the community, and view trailers for upcoming films. renowned directors: Hayao the afternoon and look at the sky. ing certain elements of island life, which proves particularly advanta- The series will continue every other Miyazaki and Isao Takahata. The The privileging of quiet moments and shining a spotlight on a singular geous for obtaining footage of the Thursday through April. • Kingdom of Dreams and amidst action is a hallmark of Madness (2013), a documentary Miyazaki’s cinematic work. When directed by Mami Sunada, offers a work and life are so intimately look into the creative process of intertwined, the significance of Miyazaki and, to a lesser extant, something so mundane becomes Oscar-nominated Toni Erdmann is no joke Takahata. The film charts the great. At one point Miyazaki simultaneous production of observes, “The notion that one’s In Maren Ade’s new film, Toni loneliness, and mental illness. sented in German with subtitles. It Miyazaki’s The Wind Rises and goal in life is to be happy, that Erdmann, Winfried (Peter Already rumored for a Hollywood holds a 92% Rotten Tomato score. Takahata’s The Tale of the Princess your own happiness is the goal—I Simonischek) unexpectedly visits remake, Toni Erdmann is a strikingly Reserved seats are $8.75 for Kaguya, from pitch to pre-release just don’t buy it.” Perhaps. But his daughter Ines (Sandra Hüller) original, brilliantly acted, serio- general admission and $8.50 for publicity. The documentary will be when your life’s work gives happi- in Romania. Believing Ines to have comic masterpiece that constantly seniors and students (plus fees.) of particular interest to Miyazaki ness to many other people, therein lost her sense of humor amidst her swerves expectations. Don’t miss Tickets to BFS screenings are fans (I confess to being an ardent lies a great and honorable corporate lifestyle, Winfried dons it. available online at www.theel- one), but any viewer curious about achievement. The Kingdom of the persona of Toni Erdmann and “Sensational. A work of great lentheatre.com, by calling the how an animated film is made will Dreams and Madness offers a pulls a series of pranks to try to beauty, great feeling and great cin- Ellen Theatre box office at (406) find elements of it intriguing. The glimpse into that achievement. reconnect with her. Garnering an ema.” – Manohla Dargis, New York 585-5885, or by visiting the box film also touches on the historical Movie Lovers is Bozeman's inde- Oscar nomination for Best Foreign Times film critic office Wednesday through genesis of the studio, providing pendent movie rental store with hun- Language Film and Winner of the Bozeman Film Society presents Saturday, from 1–3 pm, as well as context for the working dynamics dreds of titles you won't find on International Critics’ Prize at Toni Erdmann at 7pm on two hours prior to any presenta- between the filmmakers it chroni- steaming services. Located at 200 S. Cannes, Toni Erdmann balances Wednesday, March 29th at the tion. Visit www.bozemanfilm- cles. 23rd, next to Albertsons. • warm-heartedness, goofy humor Ellen Theatre. Rated R, the film society.org for film updates and broad set-pieces with sadness, runs 162 minutes. This film is pre- —“Keep ‘Em Flickering!” Book Review: Dodge City Film classics on the Ellen’s silver screen by Terri Schlichenmeyer U.S. citizen. He, too, was born into The historic Ellen Theatre has you’re looking for in the coming pening downtown. “Wyatt Earp, Bat Masterson, and a large family and was said to love the classic big screen entertainment weeks. Here’s a look at what’s hap- Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day the Wickedest Town in the a good prank and a better joke. He with a FREE family movie— American West” by Tom Clavin also loved to hunt buffalo, which is Darby O’Gill and the Little It’s only a piece of metal. Star- how he reportedly met Wyatt Earp. People. This Irish family favorite, shaped, circular, oval, or shield- The two shared a type of Old starring Sean Connery, screens like, it’s so small, it could fit in West wanderlust and a sense of Friday, March 17th at 7pm. In the your hand or your pocket. It’s adventure. Both moved restlessly 1959 Walt Disney film, “a wily made of few letters, a few num- from city to territory. Earp married old codger matches wits with the bers, and a high shine that reflects and was briefly a father, while king of the leprechauns and helps lights — particularly blue and red Masterson gained a reputation for play matchmaker for his daughter ones, flashing. It can call up being a gunfighter. Both fell afoul and the strapping lad who has respect, it sometimes attracts deri- of the law for various crimes replaced him as caretaker.” sion, it can calm turmoil, finish before settling down and becoming Friday, March 24th brings arguments, and in the new book peacekeepers themselves. Each Harrison Ford to The Ellen Silver Dodge City by Tom Clavin, a seemed to know that he could call Screen, with the 1982 neo-noir badge can be the stuff of legend. on the other for help when needed science fiction classic Blade Of all the towns that appeared — which is what happened in Runner. Ridley Scott directs the in the West in the 1870s, why is 1883 when the “wickedest” city in popular film in which “a blade there “immediate name recogni- the West was out of control. runner must pursue and try to tion” for Dodge City? Much as I enjoyed the bulk of terminate four replicants who The short answer, says Tom Dodge City, its subtitle is a bit of a stole a ship in space and have Clavin, was that Dodge City misnomer. returned to Earth to find their might’ve been unremarkable, This book is, indeed, the story creator.” except for three “uncontainable” of two historically-iconic men in a Plus, it’s Trivia Night! Show things that came together in one dusty Kansas town, but that’s not up early to take a stab at the Kansas spot: “buffalo, railroads, all. Author Tom Clavin also writes movie quiz. Worksheets will be and longhorn cattle from Texas.” of other Old West towns and available in the lobby beginning The junction of the three made about dozens of contemporaries of at 6pm and must be turned in Dodge City “a totally lawless Masterson and Earp, which is nec- prior to the start of the film at young town,” and the perfect place essary but can be overwhelming, 7pm. Winners will be posted in for myths to be made. too — especially since neither man the lobby after the film. All seats But here’s the truth… stayed in place for very long. are just $5. Born into a large family and Still, Clavin tells a lively tale Film synopses courtesy of IMDb. raised in Iowa, Wyatt Earp was that’s both entertaining and No ticket is needed for family “bold,” even as a child. He would informative, with plenty of action movies. Just show up and seating is tolerate no foolishness and and little-known information to first come, first served. embraced an “adventurous life” keep a reader around. It’s those Wine, beer, and other refresh- that ultimately led him west. between-facts facts that prove the ments, which may be brought into There, he lived and thrived in an romanticism of the Old West is the theatre, will be sold in the area with a reputation for hard liv- absolutely misguided. Contributing lobby beginning one hour prior to ing and hard drinking, though Fans of Western U.S. history or W r i t e r s all show times. For questions about Earp was a near-teetotaler. lovers of Larry McMurtry novels these events, ticketing information, Bartholomew Masterson (who should covet this non-fiction book Danny Waldo or other inquiries, visit later took the name William — it’s everything you want it to be. Terri Schlichenmeyer www.theellentheatre.com/ Barclay Masterson) was born in If you’re unfamiliar with Old West Kari Bowles or call The Ellen box office at Quebec, Canada, and never quite history, however, Dodge City just (406) 585-5885. • got around to becoming an official might test your mettle. •

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Elk River presents Brush up on photography Diversity & Ornithology skills before summer comes! with J. Drew Lanham F-11 Photographic Supplies’ information with it. Go beyond grab shots and encounter a and experience-rich classes are ripe with world of photographic possibilities with this Elk River Arts & Lectures presents a free During Lanham’s visit, he will also meet opportunities to make photos and interact with immersion workshop. Join the excitement reading with conservation ornithologist and with students at Park High School. This pro- knowledgeable instructors. Take a break from about new ways to photograph and edit. author J. Drew Lanham at 7pm on gram is made possible by a grant from the messy spring weather, come inside, and Learn basic workflow, when to use alternative Thursday, April 6th, at Elk River Books. 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Your the full line of Apple products, F-11 offers iPhone is the camera you always have in your individual tutoring, photo, and Apple classes, pocket, so why not create the very best pictures plus destination photographic workshops. • Authors Mike Finkel & Virginia Reeves at Country Bookshelf Wedding photo workshop Country Bookshelf in Downtown Chris? How much to admire him? And what Bozeman—Montana’s largest independent should be done with him, now that he’s been bookstore since 1957—has an exciting slate of caught? & Bingo at The Baxter upcoming events for bookworms and literature Michael Finkel has written for National Once a month, head down to the cash to win throughout the night and cards enthusiasts alike. Geographic, Rolling Stone, The Atlantic, The New Baxter’s Big Sky Studio to join a chat with only 50¢ each, you don’t want to miss out. Check out an Author Event with Mike York Times Magazine, Esquire, Vanity Bozeman wedding professionals about top- Doors open at 6:30pm and games start Finkel for The Stranger in the Woods on Fair, and GQ. His GQ piece on the North Pond ics that are real, relatable, and worthwhile. promptly at 7pm. Seats will fill up fast, as the Wednesday, March 29th at 7pm. Hermit is still one of GQ’s most-read pieces to Photographer Tori Pintar will host event is first come, first served. Alcoholic, as A former Bozeman resident, Finkel gained date. the Wedding Series workshop on well as non-alcoholic beverages will be avail- national attention as the only Another Author Event with Montana-born Tuesday, March 21st at 6pm. The topic of able for purchase. Bingo daubers are $1 each. journalist allowed to interview the Maine her- Virginia Reeves in celebration of the paper- discussion is “The Most Important Photo Join the party and win some cash! mit Christopher Knight after his arrest. The pack release of Work Like Any Other will follow You Must Take on Your Wedding Day.” The Baxter is a renovated, historic hotel Stranger in the Woods is based on his extensive on Friday, March 31st at 7pm. Come find out how to create the most luxu- in Downtown Bozeman. As you enter the interviews with Christopher, weaving togeth- The novel is a starkly beautiful, morally rious and fun-filled experience for you and lobby, you’re welcomed by marble floors, er a riveting tale of the human spirit and the complicated, and astonishing accomplished your wedding guests. Please RSVP. Online vaulted ceilings, warm lighting, and historic pursuit of absolute solitude, a deeply moving debut set in 1920s rural Alabama. Work Like registration is available for $5 per person. elegance. The Baxter no longer offers lodg- portrait of a man who was determined to live Any Other tells the story of Roscoe T. Martin, a Space is limited, so reserve your spot before ing accommodations, but is home to fine and on his own terms, and succeed. prideful electrician sent to prison after his ille- it’s too late! pub-style dining, residential and commercial The Stranger in the Woods begins as gal siphoning of electrical state power for his Back by popular demand! Bingo at The rental spaces, and also hosts weddings and Christopher Knight, age twenty, leaves his wife’s family’s farm leads to an innocent man’s Baxter is set for Friday, March 24th on the special events year round for the growing home in Massachusetts and disappears into death. Mezzanine Level in The Baxter’s Grand community and destination visitors. Learn the Maine wilderness. Christopher would not Virginia Reeves is a graduate of the Ballroom. This exciting community event is more about these and other events by visiting have a conversation with another human Michener Center for Writers at the University open to those 18 and older. With $300 in www.thebaxterhotel.com/. • being until nearly three decades later when he of Texas at Austin. Her fiction has appeared was arrested for stealing food. Living in a tent in The Common and The Baltimore Review and Book Review: Dodge City even in winter, he survived by his wits and has been short-listed for the Tennessee courage, developing ingenious ways to store Williams Fiction Contest and the Alexander food and water and to avoid freezing to Patterson Cappon Prize for Fiction. Originally death. However, he wasn’t very far from civi- from Helena, Montana, she currently lives in lization at all; he broke into North Pond cot- Austin. This is her first novel. tages for food, clothes, reading material, and The Country Bookshelf is located at 28 W. other provisions, taking only what he needed Main St. downtown. All events are free and and terrifying a community never able to solve open to the public. For more information the mysterious burglaries. Maine’s communi- about the store or these events, visit ties grappled with Chris and his story in the www.countrybookshelf.com/ or call (406) wake of his arrest: How much to blame 587-0166. •

Tell ’em, “I Saw It In The BoZone!” ––– The BoZone Entertainment Calendar • www.bozone.com • 406-586-6730 • Volume 24, Number 6 - March 15, 2017 • page 7A “Indiana Jones: A Day in the Life” – if anyone can get away with it... Across 46 Jane who played Daphne on butter and chocolate Disney 1 His treehouse inspired the “Frasier” 5 Rx order 48 Observatory’s focus “Treehouse of Horror” 49 Rehab candidate 6 Late “Hannity & Colmes” co- 51 Answered an invitation Crossword Sponsored By: www.BoZone.com 5 Manufactured 50 Indy orders ___ at the host Colmes 55 Suffix denoting extremeness 9 First full month of spring restaurant, only to avoid 7 Nemo’s successor? 56 “The Wrong ___” (James 14 “On the Waterfront” director servers flinging meat ... (and 8 Respond in court Corden BBC series) Kazan why’d it have to be THIS 9 Part of D.A. 57 Barbara of “I Dream of 15 Musk of Tesla Motors meat?) 10 Drug in an Elizabeth Wurtzel Jeannie” 16 Livelihood 52 Health clinic leaflet subjects, title 58 Norah Jones’s father 17 Indy gets in his ___ and for short 11 Pick up debris, perhaps 60 “Star Trek” crewman drives, only to miss a stray 53 10th grader, for short 12 “Julius Caesar” date 61 “The Lion King” villain blowgun missile ... 54 Up to this point 13 Time to give up? 63 Character retired by Sacha 19 Arcade coin 56 “Jeopardy!” creator Griffin 18 Peyton’s brother Baron Cohen 20 Pilfer 59 “The Untouchables” agent 22 Finish line, metaphorically 64 Forfeited wheels 21 Kremlin denial Eliot 25 Unopened in the box 65 “Hey, over here” 23 “You’re not fully clean ...” 62 Like hairpin turns 27 Skywalker, e.g. 67 “Boyz N the Hood” character soap 66 Adjust to fit 28 Shuts the sound off 69 Model airplane purchase 24 Maya of Vietnam Memorial 68 Finally, Indy’s ready to come 29 Give it ___ fame home, turn on some cartoons, 30 “Live at the 26 Hindu prince’s title and watch ___, only to avoid Acropolis” key 28 BLT spread his neighbor who won’t stop boardist 31 Indy turns on his car radio to with the stories ... 32 Fix a bad hear “Wild Wild West” band 70 When hell freezes over situation, super ___, narrowly avoiding being 71 Jai ___ (fast-paced game) hero-style bludgeoned by a nearby 72 They’re the top brass 33 Lust after motorist ... 73 Derisive 34 Superlatively 37 ___ Bator (Mongolia’s 74 Dome-shaped tent minimal capital) 75 Career honor not 35 Advised 38 ___ Wall (“American Ninja accomplished by Lin-Manuel strongly Warrior” fixture) Miranda at this year’s Oscars 36 Oktoberfest 39 Before, to Byron quaffs 40 Island nation southeast of Down 41 Like Charlie Fiji 1 Hotel needs Parker’s sax 42 “The Doors” star Kilmer 2 In a big way 44 Necessity 43 Mirror reflection 3 Take the bus 47 Sports channel 45 A billion years 4 Girl Scout Cookie with peanut owned by Answers: When Worlds Collide

Verge presents Random Acts Of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Evita Improv, Emperor’s New Clothes at Shane Lalani Center

Verge Theater continues its lively season improbably large heads. The whole night can Andrew Lloyd Webber’s explosive “Evita” of hilarious antics with some great shows and be summed up by one cast member’s quote, hits the stage this spring at the Shane Lalani performances! Here’s a look at what’s hap- “Scripts? We don’t need no stinking scripts!” Center for the Arts. pening in the coming weeks. The Improverts will be performing Evita brings to life the passionate persona of Recover from your weekend with Improv Random Acts Of Improv for three nights Eva Perón, wife of former Argentine dictator Comedy! Join in as Verge offers up a Monday only, with (obviously) a new play each night. Juan Perón. The charismatic Evita captivated Night sacrifice of the most daring, death Come join the fun, Thursday through a nation by championing the working class. defying type of live theater there is: Improv! Saturday, March 30th–April 1st at 8pm each This exuberant production creates a gripping They call it Improv on the Verge! Improv evening. Tickets are only $7 to see this amaz- theatrical experience, and features Andrew Monday Nights feature The Bozeman ing, once in a lifetime event (literally, each of Lloyd Webber’s compelling Latin, jazz, and Improverts who will beguile you with their these plays will only be performed once!). pop-influenced score. One of the most popular laser-like wits, sharp tongues, and obnoxious- Kathryn Schultz Miller’s dynamic and fun collaborations between Webber and lyricist arts programming, classes and events. The ly large heads. stage adaptation of classic story “The Tim Rice, Evita creates an arresting theatrical Shane Center is home to a thriving theatre These masterful, main stage players Emperor’s New Clothes” is packed with portrait as complex as the woman herself. company—mounting top-notch community improvise sketches built around audience sug- action, laughs, and magic tricks! Under the Director Russell Lewis’ Evita runs weekends theatre productions, classes, educational out- gestions, play improv games similar to those Direction of consummate funnyman Todd from through April 2nd in the Dulcie Theatre reach programming for area schools, and you see on Who’s Line Is It Anyway, and per- Hoberecht, lots of hilarity is in store when at the Shane Lalani Center for the Arts in intense Young Actors’ Workshops twice a year. form long-form improv that’s basically mak- Peter, the mischievous tailor, comes up with Livingston. Show times are Fridays and In addition, the Shane Center offers access to ing up short plays on the spot. You have to his sure-fire get rich quick scheme to embar- Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 3pm. a variety of short and long-term rental spaces experience this to believe it! It’s a mere $7 to rass the vain Emperor and make off with Tickets are $18 for adults, $14 for seniors and available for a wide range of artistic endeavors get in and laugh like hell at this team of a basket of gold! Peter uses all his wit and college students, and $10 for youth 17 and and community events. A 165-seat auditorium, S.W.A.T.-trained Improv Players. (S.W.A.T. = magic to convince the court he can make under. Reservations are available at www.the- a lavish ballroom with attached catering space, SouthWest Alternative Theater). The next magic clothes! Only those who are very smart shanecenter.org/ or by calling the box a mirrored rehearsal hall, music and art stu- show is set for Monday, March 20th at 7pm. can see the clothes, he tells them, so everyone office at (406) 222-1420. dios, dance facilities, offices, classrooms, and It’s back! Random Acts Of Improv pretends they can see the clothes until...some- Evita is generously sponsored by First meeting rooms all keep the Shane Center returns in late March to Verge Theater. The one in the audience shouts out the truth! The Interstate Bank, Don Gimbel, and Livingston’s abuzz with daily activity. In striving to bring Bozeman Improverts are on the main stage to Emperor’s New Clothes runs Saturdays at 2pm Ace Hardware. the community together through the arts, the tackle long form improv—the tight rope walk from March 25th through April 29th. It’s Located in the heart of Livingston, the staff is committed to inclusiveness and of the theater world! Using only an audience only $7 for an hour of family fun! Shane Center is dedicated to fostering creativi- offering affordable access to its programming member’s suggestion for the name of a play, For more information about any Verge ty and building community through various and facilities. • the Improverts will take that title and create performances and to purchase tickets, characters, scenes, and a complete story line please visit www.vergetheater.com/. in front of your very eyes. Reservations can be made online or Cast members Kent Davis, Bennett in person at Cactus Records in Downtown Drozic, Molly Hannan, Paige Johnson, EB Bozeman. Verge Theater is located at Love, John Townsend-Mehler, BZ Noonan, 2304 N. 7th Ave., across from Murdoch’s, and Danielle Thomsen will create a full play at the extremely hilarious north end of in two acts using only their acting talents and Bozeman. •

A little Helium with Open Door Theatre Bozeman’s community Open Door high-school classroom, and even drops in Theatre and Director Neil Gregersen will on an old episode of Star Trek. present Julian Wiles’ “Helium” at Back in the present, Mrs. Kingsley’s Kaleidoscope Theater, 1602 W. Beall St., daughter Alice struggles to keep her head- through March 26th. Friday and Saturday strong mother’s feet firmly on the ground showings will begin at 7:30pm, along with a and her aging mind solidly anchored in special Thursday evening performance on reality. It is a losing battle. As sparks fly March 23rd. Sunday matinees begin at 3pm. between mother and daughter, Mrs. All presentations of Helium are $12. Visit Kingsley’s grandsons watch in wonder and www.opendoorbozeman.org/ for fur- amazement as their mischievous grand- ther ticketing information. mother’s wit and imagination continues to Helium is the moving and uplifting story charm even as her mind slips into amazing of Mrs. Kingsley, a brilliant, humorous, and and often humorous flights of fancy. beloved former chemistry teacher who Open Door Theatre is a membership- braves the trials of frailty and aging, all the run community theatre program dedicated while keeping her imagination, charm, and to making the art of live theatre available dignity intact. No longer bound by space to audiences and participants in the and time, Mrs. Kingsley’s mind has begun to Gallatin Valley. As its name implies, the wander. With the help of colorful bunches Theatre’s performance art program is of helium-filled balloons, she takes flight open to all who want to be a part of and visits the seashore of her youth, her old the group. •

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Take Back the Night: shatter the silence, stop the violence Over 40 years ago, women began to Thursday, on 8th Street and ending at the Baxter Hotel stand up and speak out against sexual April 6th. – led by SASA and Chicks with Sticks violence under the banner of Take Back Here’s a look at – Celebration at the Baxter Ballroom with the Night. Since that time, survivors the schedule of live music by Kate and the AlleyKats: 8pm, from across the globe have been coming events. supports the Help Center’s SASA together to let their voices shatter the – Art Display FREE Transportation: Free shuttle buses silence, but there is still much to be & FACES from the Element Hotel to MSU are available accomplished in the fight to end sexual Project Gallery to transport participants to the Survivor violence. Crimes of sexual violence con- Opening: Speakout, Rally, and March. Buses depart tinue to occur in epidemic proportions. 9am–5pm, from the North side of the Element Hotel at As the history of Take Back the Night Thursday and 4:45pm, 5:15pm, 6pm, and 6:30pm, and drop continues to be written, its mission to Friday in SUB off in front of MSU’s Student Union end sexual violence for all remains a bea- Ballroom B Building. Reserve your seat at con of hope for the millions affected by – Survivor https://tinyurl.com/TBTNshuttle. crimes of violence. Great strides have SpeakOut: LateNight Streamline will be operating to been made, but the march continues. 5:30–7pm in provide transportation back to MSU following Take Back the Night 2017 is a col- MSU’s SUB the March and Celebration. laboration of campus and community Ballroom B – The MSU VOICE Center honors those of members, uniting to take a stand against Hosted by the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer violence. Together, participants can raise MSU VOICE (LGBTQIAP), male survivors, survivors of awareness about attitudes and policies Center color, and the disabled community. that perpetuate violence, listen to and – Rally: 7pm Throughout the event, the VOICE Center stand in solidarity with those who have in front of will provide confidential advocacy and sup- been impacted by sexual violence, and Montana Hall at port to survivors and allies regardless of when demand an end to interpersonal violence. share stories, and raise collective voices MSU – Hosted by the Students Against or where the assault occurred. For more infor- This year’s Survivor Speak-Out, Take Back against violence. All events are FREE and Sexual Assault (SASA) mation, please contact the MSU VOICE the Night Rally, March, and Celebration pro- everyone is welcome. – Take Back the Night March: 7:30pm, Center at (406) 994-7662 or vides the opportunity to support one another, Take Back the Night 2017 is set for departing from Montana Hall, heading North [email protected]. •

Stories of MT women’s history Women’s History Month at Elling House programs open to all

The Elling House, in recognition of continue to follow their example. This pro- The MSU Women’s Center will continue As feminism advances in both theory and March as Women’s History Month, will pres- gram is free and open to the public, and is its observation of Women’s History Month policy, it is important to consider that repro- ent “Climbing Mountains in Skirts” on especially great for mothers and daughters. with a number of programs to keep you ductive healthcare has specific implications for Friday, March 24th at 7pm. This program will The Elling House is a non-profit organiza- informed and inspired during this minority women and that particularly, repro- profile three women who courageously made tion dedicated to providing the residents of chilly season. ductive justice for American Indian and their mark upon Montana history: Sarah Southwest Montana with quality programs in Hip-Hop Sovereign Nations: Alaska Native women concerns itself with Bickford, Ella Knowles Haskell, and Elouise the areas of literature, history, and the visual Including Women in the Hip-Hop Remix many concepts, issues, and ideas not necessari- Cobell. Presenting the stories of these women and performing arts. Anyone interested in Pedagogy for American Indian ly a part of mainstream discourse. will be Karen McMullin, Mary Oliver, and becoming a member of the association or Reservation Students will be presented on Join graduate student Abbie Bandstra for a Gary Forney. Please join at the Elling House serving as a volunteer for events or commit- Wednesday, March 22nd from 4–5:30pm in presentation and discussion that considers how and help celebrate Women’s History Month, tees is encouraged to visit www.elling- the Procrastinator Theater. Indigenous feminism can help us to under- a few of the women who pioneered careers house.org/. The Elling House is located at The hip-hop cultural elements of deejay- stand what is at stake for Native women in for themselves, and the many women who 404 E. Idaho St. in Virginia City. • ing, break dancing, graffiti art, and emceeing, questions of reproductive justice within the etc., have foundational parallel elements found healthcare system and how to advocate for in many Indigenous cultures that are centered meaningful change in these arenas. around themes of music, dance, art, language, The Women’s Center and the MSU creativity, resourcefulness, knowledge, social Alumni Foundation present the 25th annual justice, self-determination, and sovereignty. Women’s History Month Reception and pres- Richard White, Director of MSU’s Office entation of the Student of Achievement of American Indian/Alaska Native Student Awards, Wednesday evening, March 29th, in Success, grew up on the Navajo Nation reser- MSU’s Great Room of the Alumni Building, vation located in the four corners of the South 11th Ave., from 5:30–7pm. United States where he attended the Navajo This year’s keynote speaker will be MSU Nation public school system and was intro- Professor of Psychology, Dr. Jessi Smith, who duced to hip-hop culture. The culture of hip- will discuss “Bragging Rights (and hop has been a positive influence and provid- Wrongs): The Social Psychology of ed a critical understanding of indigeneity. Achievement.” Taking credit for your Often hip-hop has been portrayed as hyper achievements, “leaning in” to ask for what you patriarchal, misogynistic, and male dominat- want, and letting the world know how great ed. However, there has been a legacy of you are is not as simple as it sounds. Dr. Smith female innovators that have created spaces presents research in social psychology to help unique within hip-hop culture. With strategic understand the self-promotion experience, the use, hip-hop culture can be utilized as a form ways in which gender norms impact the expe- of resistance against colonial pressures, and rience, and strategies for walking that fine line provide an avenue for students to understand- between bragging and modesty. ing many attributes of indigenous thought Please register for this event at and action. www.Msuaf.org/womenshistory17 or Sack Lunch Seminar Intersections of RSVP to [email protected]. Indigenous Feminism and Native The MSU Women’s Center is open Women’s Reproductive Healthcare will Monday through Friday from 9am–4pm dur- follow on Wednesday, March 29th from ing the academic year. For more information, noon–1pm in SUB 168. visit www.montana.edu/women/. •

Spring for Food Drive seeking volunteers Please help replenish the Gallatin Valley Food Bank’s shelves. Volunteer teams are needed for the Spring for Food Drive and it’s easy to help! Gather a team of three to five people and sign up for a neighborhood by vis- iting www.springfor- food.com. A few days Home Expo materializes at the before April 1st, deliver bags to your Fieldhouse neighborhood. On the first of the The Southwest Montana Building Industry Lovers Theater. month, pick up the Association will present the 2017 Home The Southwest Montana Building Industry food-filled bags and Expo at the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, Association (SWMBIA) is a Bozeman-based deliver them to your Saturday, March 25th from 9am–6pm, and trade association representing over 10,000 res- drop-off site. It’s Sunday, March 26th from 10am–4pm. There idential home building and remodeling indus- easy, fun, and the is no charge for admission. try members. As Montana and the Gallatin whole family can get Hundreds of local and national building Valley continue to grow, working families are involved! Please help dinner, eating less, or eating less well. This industry experts will be on hand to offer their finding it more difficult to buy or rent a home. the Gallatin Valley Food Bank feed over is what thousands of people in Gallatin professional advice. Come on down and check SWMBIA strives to create an environment 3,000 individuals a month who are strug- Valley face every day. The Food Bank is the out the latest trends in home building and where all Montanans have access to affordable gling with food insecurity. critical link between food and the people design, then explore some of the how-to semi- housing. SWMBIA is comprised of concerned Food insecurity impacts people from who need it. nars being offered during the expo. There’s professionals working with pride and integrity all walks of life. The Gallatin Valley The Gallatin Valley Food Bank is a pro- something for everyone, with lots of fun events to provide the ‘American Dream’ of home- Food Bank reaches them all—from working gram of the HRDC, a private nonprofit to keep the kids busy while you explore the ownership for everyone. It is their desire to families to senior citizens. The Food Bank’s community action agency dedicated to vendors. Family fun includes a Montana help everyone in Southwest Montana achieve mission is to improve food security Strengthening Community. Learn more at Raptor Showcase, face painting, a junior car- this goal. Learn more at throughout Southwest Montana. Skipping www.thehrdc.org. • penters project, Bricks 4 Kids, and Movie www.swmbia.org/. • Page 2B • The ecoZone • March 15, 2017

Annual health fair returns to the hospital Bozeman Health will host its these laboratory tests. March 18th at Gallatin Valley Mall breast and colon cancer, heart dis- fall. Please visit www.bozeman- annual Community Health Fair Other health screenings are set from 9am–1pm. The Bozeman Public ease, stroke, bone density, diabetes, health.org/ for further informa- on Saturday, March 25th from to include: hearing, blood oxygen Library will play host to a screening and obesity screenings. Vaccinations tion about these dates and their 7am–noon. The event will feature level, physical therapy/balance, on Tuesday, March 21st from offered include: Tdap – tetanus & respective locations. some health screenings at no charge bone density, nutrition, skin checks, 10am–2pm. pertussis (whooping cough), flu (sea- From its beginnings as a single and reduced price lab screenings for “Ask a Pharmacist,” and many HealthCare Connections offers sonal), and pneumonia vaccinations. hospital, Bozeman Health’s service adults. No-cost screenings include more! Call (406) 414-1644 for fur- free health screenings and select Additional Mobile Health area now extends throughout blood pressure, bone density, and ther information. immunizations for those who need Screenings at various locations Southwestern Montana. The health glucose. Bozeman Health continues to it, particularly the un-insured and throughout the area are scheduled system is comprised of several spe- Available lab tests requiring a offer HealthCare Connections – under-insured. Protect your health. for April 18th and 29th; May 13th, cialty treatment centers, a blood draw include A1C hemoglo- Mobile Health Screenings at Stay healthy. Get screened and know 24th, and 25th; and June 10th, 20th, network of physician and urgent bin, PSA (prostate specific antigen), locations in and around the Gallatin your risks. No registration required. 24th. These free screenings will run care clinics, outpatient treatment C-Reactive protein, and blood typ- Valley. The next is set for Saturday, Screenings offered include: through the summer and into the facilities, retirement and assisted ing, for $20 each, and Vitamin D living facilities, and Vitamin B12 at $30 each. all staffed by Additionally, a comprehensive hundreds of health screening that includes a lipid doctors, nurses, profile to measure cholesterol (HDL medical assis- and LDL), triglycerides, TSH (thy- tants, technolo- roid stimulating hormone) levels, gists, specialists, comprehensive metabolic panel, iron experts of and CBC (complete blood count) is many varieties available for $40. Please note: you and dedicated must fast for 12 hours before any of professionals. •

“Soup to End the Silence” fundraiser MT Friends of Jung supports ASPEN presents Dr. Ginette Paris Join ASPEN (Abuse Support & As a result, ASPEN, formerly community. Prevention Education Network) on known as Tri-County Network ASPEN serves the residents of Montana Friends of Jung daily living through depth psychol- Friday, March 31st at the Against Domestic & Sexual Park, Sweet Grass, and Meagher presents a DVD talk on “Love & ogy. The organization, run by a Livingston Train Depot for its Counties of Montana, but Heartbreak: Recovery from volunteer Board of Directors, facil- annual “Soup to End the also extends its services to Lost Love and Mourning” by itates the formation of dreamwork Silence” fundraiser beginning at anyone in a situation of author and therapist Dr. Ginette groups and Centerpoint study 6pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and domestic or sexual violence Paris. The free program will take groups. They sponsor events, lec- $10 for kids 6 and up. Tickets who are fleeing an abusive place on Thursday, March 23rd in tures, and seminars by noted ana- include unlimited soup from 8 local situation and need assis- the Bozeman Public Library’s lysts, scholars, and writers in the restaurants, as well as bread and tance. These services large meeting room from 7–9pm. field of Jungian psychology and desserts. There will be live music, include an emergency shel- Two Continuing Education Units serve as a hub of information for roaming magicians, special guest ter, a 24-hour crisis line, cri- (CEUs) are available. Call Montanans interested in this work. speaker, and a silent auction. sis counseling, support (406) 219-3867 for further MFJ also invite workshop proposals The Livingston shelter was groups, legal advocacy, information. from members of the community. established in 1999 as a satellite information and referrals, Montana Friends of Jung (MFJ) They have an inclusive, lay mem- program of the Bozeman Area safety planning, emergency is a nonprofit educational organiza- bership not limited to mental Battered Women’s Network. It was Violence, was incorporated in 2001 911 phones, assistance with Orders tion for all individuals interested in health professionals. For more soon realized that the demand for as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization of Protection and/or law enforce- the ideas of psychoanalyst Carl information, visit www.mon- services was more than what the dedicated to serving victims and ment reporting, forensic medical Gustav Jung and an approach to tanafriendsofjung.org/. • organization could provide from survivors of domestic and sexual exam support, and community out- Bozeman. A task force was formed violence. ASPEN has continued to reach and educational programs. to begin the steps needed to create expand over the years to offer more Learn more at a separate nonprofit organization. programs and services to the www.aspenmt.org/. • Registration open for Youth Leadership Camps On the Shoulders of Giants celebrates Hopa Mountain is now accept- respected adults, and the greater ing applications for its Youth community. These experiences help private land conservation in MT Leadership Camps for teens prepare teens for life as contributing 13–17. The camp for Park County members of their families, peer The community is invited to a matography gives viewers a breath- On the Shoulders of Giants was teens will be held June 19th–23rd, groups, and communities. The pro- free film event celebrating the legacy taking overview of conservation sponsored by the Montana and the Gallatin County camp will gram is made possible through the of private land conservation across projects around the state — from Association of Land Trusts be June 26th–30th. Both camps are generous support of the O.P. and Montana on Tuesday, March 21st at the Blackfoot Valley to the grass- (MALT). free of charge for accepted partici- W.E. Edwards Foundation, First the Emerson Center for the Arts & lands of Eastern Montana. It cele- “We are proud of the monu- pants. In these weeklong residential Interstate Foundation, Northwestern Culture beginning at 6pm. On the brates the partnerships that, togeth- mental conservation achievement camps, youth will participate in out- Energy, and Hopa Mountain mem- Shoulders of Giants was pro- er, have conserved 2.4 million acres that has been made possible by so door problem-solving and skill- bers. duced by Bozeman filmmaker and of private land in the state. many hard-working and dedicated building activities, self awareness Hopa Mountain is a Bozeman- photographer Eric Ian to mark the The film will be accompanied by people and are happy to shine the activities, art and science activities, based nonprofit that invests in rural 40th anniversary of the first conser- remarks by filmmaker Eric Ian, who light on their work through this and community service. This sum- and tribal citizen leaders, adults, and vation easement secured in will share his experiences in creat- beautiful film,” said Glenn Marx, mer’s camps also include white youth as they improve education, Montana. This screening is spon- ing the film, as well as Doug MALT’s Executive Director. water rafting. ecological health, and economic sored by Gallatin Valley Land Mitchell, Deputy Director of the MALT is comprised of 12 non- Hopa Mountain’s Youth development. Learn more at Trust, The Montana Land Montana Department of profit land trusts from around the Leadership Program is a year-round www.hopamountain.org. Reliance, The Nature Conservancy Commerce and former Managing state. Its mission is to promote and initiative which promotes positive Hopa Mountain’s Youth and The Trust for Public Land. Director of The Montana Land support excellence in private volun- and sustained educational experi- Leadership Camp applications are The film does far more than Reliance. The Department of tary land conservation in Montana ences for Gallatin and Park County available by calling Sam Guy at mark an anniversary. It includes Commerce provided significant through leadership, collaboration, teens by fostering direct interaction (406) 586-2455 or sending an email interviews with many of the pio- funding support for the film, and education and outreach. with the environment, the arts, to [email protected]. • neers of private land conservation Mr. Mitchell will talk about why the The Emerson is located at 111 S. in Montana such as Hank Goetz, department is committed to recog- Grand Ave. in Bozeman. There will Land Lindbergh, Rock Ringling nizing and advancing private lands be free snacks, along with beer and and Dave Carr. The exquisite cine- conservation. wine available for purchase. • Experience a better life Register your nonprofit for annual with connective workshop 3rd Force Communication establish and honor healthy bound- Give Big Gallatin Valley Coaching and Consulting has aries, negotiate with clarity and announced an upcoming weekend authenticity, speak with authority Starting May 4th at 6pm and The deadline for nonprofit registration nonprofit organizations. We are workshop in Bozeman to help par- while remaining open, release judg- running through May 5th at 6pm, to participate in Give Big 2017 is April thrilled to see the impact Give Big ticipants not only live their lives, but ment in the moment, improve listen- The Bozeman Area Community 1st. Nonprofits located in and serv- Gallatin Valley will make in Gallatin experience them to the fullest extent. ing and speaking skills, live with Foundation will host the third annu- ing Gallatin County are all eligible County this year — and in years The Power of Connection will vision and purpose, AND learn to al Give Big Gallatin Valley, a to participate! The Bozeman Area to come!” help you transform the quality of give and receive authentic acknowl- 24-hour celebration of giving to Community Foundation will be For more information about the relationships and partnerships in edgement. LEAD your life. BE first! local nonprofits in Gallatin County! hosting free webinars and in-person joining the Bozeman Area your life—including the one with This course will unfold over 21 This year, the Community trainings for registered Give Big Community Foundation in Give Big yourself. This weekend series will be hours of engaged learning. All hours Foundation’s goal is to help our nonprofit participants leading up to Gallatin Valley, contact Bridget held Friday through Sunday, April are required for completion and cre- community raise $500,000 in 24- the main event. Wilkinson at (406) 587-6262, brid- 7th–9th, at the Comfort Inn of dentials. Cost is $275 if registered by hours for 150 local nonprofits “With a minimum gift of $10 [email protected], or Bozeman. All course meetings will midnight on March 24th, and $350 through 2,000 donors. during Give Big from May 4th visit www.GiveBigGV.org. be led by MLEA and OPI accredit- thereafter. MTL student scholarships Give Big is designed to connect and 5th, anyone can be a philan- Established in 1998, the ed mentors Lei-Anna and Troy are available. Course is limited to 18 new donors to local causes—and to thropist for causes they care about Bozeman Area Community Bertelsen. participants. raise unrestricted money to support in our community,” said Bozeman Foundation is connecting people Learn to inhabit a different part For further information, contact their work! In two just years, our Area Community Foundation who care to causes that matter most of you! This seminar offers an Troy at (406) 579-0000 or community has raised $671,647.55 Executive Director Bridget to them. Since its inception, the extraordinary, yet practical method [email protected]. For in funding through 6,370 gifts for Wilkinson. “The goal is simple — Foundation has distributed more that enables anyone to step into will- information about this workshop or over 130 local nonprofits during inspire neighbors to come together, than $700,000 in funding to 130+ ingness, listen and speak without to arrange for a FREE PREVIEW Give Big. Give Big has selected a show their pride in their local nonprofit organizations. judgment, make clear choices with at your place of business, organiza- new giving day platform, GiveGab, communities, and contribute to sup- Learn more at www.bozeman- purpose, overcome personal fears, tion, or church call Troy today. • to host this year’s event! port the life-changing work of local foundation.org. •

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New Yellowstone Science highlights Vermont’s Long Trail & native trout conservation gender equality at MSU The latest issue of Yellowstone eradication of non-native lake trout trout, but live long lives in areas of From MSU News Service Tickets are available at the Science focuses on the efforts to that were found in Yellowstone Lake the lake that make them largely A gender equality confer- ASMSU Office in Room 221 of restore native fish to Yellowstone in 1994. In the article, “Suppressing unavailable to species that once ence will take place from MSU Strand Union Building. The National Park waterways. The arti- Non-native Lake Trout to Restore depended on cutthroat as a food 9am–3pm, Saturday, March 25th in cost is $10 for students and $15 for cles provide opportunities to anyone Native Cutthroat Trout in source. “Non-native Lake Trout the MSU Strand Union Building faculty, staff, and community mem- who wants to learn more about the Induce Cascading Changes in Ballrooms. bers. Breakfast and lunch are critical role native fish play in this the Yellowstone Lake “Gender Equality and You: A included. Please visit www.mon- dynamic ecosystem. Ecosystem” by Todd Koel, Conference to Create, Foster and tana.edu/leadership to register. Yellowstone’s senior fisheries Jeff Arnold, Lisa Baril, Kerry Catalyze” will include a panelist This conference is sponsored by biologist Todd Koel writes, “Our Gunther, Doug Smith, John luncheon led by famed ultrarunner MSU’s Leadership Institute, goal is as bold as it is difficult: Syslo, and Lusha Tonstad dis- Nikki Kimball; Brian restore the ecological role of cusses the effect one species, Kassar, an MSU Yellowstone’s native fish species.” lake trout, has had on professor and psy- Through innovative management Yellowstone Lake, the heart of chologist; and and careful science, Yellowstone Science the region’s ecosystem. Bryce Hughes, an explains the park’s fisheries conser- The publication is pro- MSU professor of vation story, including progress duced by Yellowstone adult and higher made and continuing challenges. National Park with support education who is a Modern fisheries management from Yellowstone Forever and member of places an emphasis on restoring a grant from Canon’s Eyes on President Waded native fish populations including Yellowstone program. This Cruzado’s Yellowstone Cutthroat trout, program is designed to bring ADVANCE Project Westslope Cutthroat Trout, and together conservation, endan- TRACS team. The Arctic Grayling. Through construc- gered species protection, and panelists are tion of fish barriers, the use of fish cutting-edge science and tech- experts in the areas toxins to remove non-natives, and nology to help manage of gender in athletics, reintroduction of native fish, this Yellowstone’s ecosystem. Eyes gender in politics, men and mas- ASMSU, Office of the Provost, issue examines the successes of the on Yellowstone is the largest cor- culinity, intersectional feminism and MSU Athletics, Jake Jabs College of native fisheries program and the Yellowstone Lake,” fisheries biolo- porate donation for wildlife conser- bias recognition. Business and Entrepreneurship, questions that still linger. Are there gists Pat Bigelow, Phil Doepke, vation in the park. Organizers said the conference Office of Health Advancement, alternative methods that might be Brian Ertel, Chris Guy, John Syslo, The issue is currently being goal is for attendees to leave with Women’s Center, Diversity more effective for lake trout removal and Todd Koel discuss the history of mailed to subscribers and is the tools to build strong, inclusive Awareness Office, VOICE Center, than gillnetting? How can the a project that has removed more available at communities that are sensitive to the Powerhouse Montana, Launch Cats, spread of additional aquatic inva- than 3.2 million lake trout from www.nps.gov/yell/learn/yel- needs of all gender and sexual iden- Treeline Coffee Roasters, sive species such as the zebra mussel Yellowstone Lake (1994-2016) lowstone-science.htm, where tities. Bridgercare, Backcountry Squatters, be prevented? through gillnetting and angler catch. you can also find subscription infor- “Even more important now than The HEART Initiative and the Several articles focus on restora- Lake trout pose a significant mation. Due to the cost of printing, before, and because of a mistaken Body Project. tion of cutthroat trout in threat to native fish populations as users are encouraged to consider a impression that gender problems Complementing the conference Yellowstone Lake, in particular, they not only consume cutthroat digital subscription. • have been solved, this dynamic con- is a free showing of the documen- ference offers attendees well-devel- tary Finding Traction, a docu- oped strategies to bring about sus- mentary about Kimball’s quest to tainable positive change,” said be the first person to run the 273- Carmen McSpadden, director of mile Long Trail, the country’s oldest ‘River Monsters’ host speaks as part of the MSU Leadership Institute and hiking trail, which will be shown at the lead sponsor. “A priority is the 5pm, Tuesday, March 21st, in the MSU’s Trout & Salmonid Lecture Series improvement of gender inequity, as Procrastinator Theater. Doors open there is no point presenting prob- at 4:30pm. Refreshments will be From MSU News Service rivers. The trips were partially fund- register online at lems without striving for solutions.” provided. Jeremy Wade, host of “River ed by a career as a freelance writer. http://calendar.msu.mon- McSpadden said the conference For more information, please Monsters” on Animal Planet, will Wade’s 1994 book, Somewhere Down tana.edu/events/22270 or by will include opportunities to net- call the MSU Leadership Institute discuss “How Healthy are the the Crazy River, which he co- calling (406) 994-6857. Attendees work and engage with individuals at (406) 994-7275 or visit World’s Rivers?” at 7pm, Thursday, authored with Paul Boote, is now should print their confirmation that share a passion for equality and www.facebook.com/MSULead March 30th in Montana State considered to be a classic of angling email and bring it to the lecture as leadership. ershipInstitute. • University’s Strand Union Building literature. He has also written for a ticket. Event organizers ask that Ballrooms B, C, and D. The Times, The Guardian, Sunday guests arrive no later than 6:45pm Wade’s visit is part of the MSU Telegraph, The Field and BBC to guarantee seating. Library Trout and Salmonid Series. Wildlife magazine. Each year, the MSU Trout and The event is free and open to the In 2002, Wade filmed “Jungle Salmonid Lecture Series hosts a Ready to Rent tenant class public. A reception will follow. Hooks,” a five-part series set in the world-renowned speaker and offers Wade, who is a writer and TV Amazon, for Discovery Europe, and a free lecture to the MSU and personality with a special interest in in 2005 he followed up this series Bozeman communities on the returns to Livingston rivers and freshwater fish, has been with “Jungle Hooks India.” “River general subject of trout and The next session of Ready to Wednesday, March 20th, 21st and traveling to the world’s remoter Monsters,” which started in 2008, salmonid studies. For information Rent, a free renter education pro- 22nd, from 6–9pm at the HRDC’s rivers for 35 years. His first overseas has now completed nine seasons. on the MSU Library’s Trout and gram focused on tenant rights and Livingston office, 111 South 2nd fishing trip was to India in 1982, fol- Seating for the lecture is Salmonid Collection, responsibilities, will be held at the St. Classes are free, but preregistra- lowed by expeditions to the limited, and pre-registration is visit http://www.lib.montana.e Livingston HRDC office this tion is required. Registration pack- Mekong, Congo, and Amazon strongly encouraged. Guests may du/trout/. • month. This class teaches renters ets are available at HRDC, 32 the skills to overcome challenges in South Tracy in Downtown today’s tight rental market. In addi- Bozeman, and at the Livingston tion, participants will have the office. Participants must attend all MSU research on rural millennials opportunity to create a rental port- three class sessions to graduate folio making it easier for landlords the program. to approve tenancy. Upon comple- Registration deadline is Friday, featured by WIRED tion of all class sessions, partici- March 17th at 5pm. To learn more From MSU News Service transportation systems over the com- more interest in sidewalks; and pants will receive a Ready to Rent about the free Ready to Rent A Montana State University ing decades, Villwock-Witte said. Great Falls may be interested in certificate and wallet card to pro- Tenant Education Program and researcher’s analysis of the trans- Compared to the baby boomer adding more public transportation. vide to potential landlords. how HRDC is building a better portation habits of rural mil- generation, which embraced the per- “I think there may be more inter- The Ready to Rent class ses- community, visit lennials has been featured sonal automobile, U.S. Census data est in other transportation modes in sions will be held Monday through www.thehrdc.org. • by WIRED magazine. has shown that millennials are rural areas than was previously The WIRED article, “Rural migrating to cities, where they have thought,” Villwock-Witte said. “It Millennials still dig driving. Well, access to a wider range of trans- may be a good time to take a closer they have no choice,” featured a portation options, such as buses and look at opportunities that give peo- study conducted by Natalie bicycle infrastructure, Villwock-Witte ple more choices in how they get Villwock-Witte, a research engineer said. But until her study, little was from place to place,” she added. at the Western Transportation known about the transportation The study was conducted by Institute in MSU’s College of habits of millennials in rural areas of the Small Urban and Rural Engineering. The article appeared the U.S. Livability Center in cooperation on WIRED magazine’s website on According to the study, 87 per- with the transportation departments Jan. 26th. cent of rural millennials prefer driv- of the participating states. The According to Villwock-Witte, the ing to work, compared to 75 percent Small Urban and Rural Livability study, which surveyed over 2,500 of urban millennials. That in part Center (SURLC) is designated as a people in Minnesota, Montana, reflects the limited alternatives to the Tier 1 University Transportation Washington and Wisconsin, is likely automobile in most rural areas, Center by the U.S. Department of the most comprehensive survey of Villwock-Witte said. Transportation, which provided a the transportation habits and atti- The study also revealed some significant portion of the funding for tudes of rural millennials. The study interesting findings specific to the study. SURLC is led by the WTI defined millennials as being born Montana. Compared to older gener- in partnership with the Upper Great between 1983 and 2000. ations, Montana millennials are Plains Transportation Institute at Because millennials have sur- more likely to prefer a greater num- North Dakota State University. passed baby boomers (defined as ber of options for getting to work, The full report can be accessed being born between 1946 & 1964) as school and recreation. For example, at http://surlc.org/2015/01/0 the largest living generation, under- Bozeman survey respondents showed 1/mobility-mindset-of-millen- standing their transportation wants an interest in additional bicycle facil- nials-in-small-urban-and- and needs is important for planning ities; Billings respondents showed rural-areas/. •

Tell ’em, “I Saw It In The BoZone!” ––– The BoZone Entertainment Calendar • www.BoZone.com • 406-586-6730 • Volume 24, Number 6 - March 15, 2017 • page 3B Business After Hours Thursday, March 23rd 5:30–7:30pm J&H, Inc March 15, 2017 The BoZone • Volume 24, Number 6

Business in and around the BoZone

Spring Executive Speakers Fairway’s new app puts YOU in Forum focuses on charge of your home loan

international business In January, Fairway Independent cation to our clients. We want cus- employs over 4,400 professionals. Mortgage Corporation released the tomers to be able to close when they Bozeman’s office is located at 924 The Jake Jabs College of launching a wholly owned venture FairwayNOW mobile application want, so why not offer a solution Stoneridge Dr., #2, just off of N. Business & Entrepreneurship is in China starting in 2003. in an effort to introduce greater ease that allows them flexibility in clos- 19th Ave. Call (406) 599-0497 for pleased to announce its spring Through this experience, he and efficiency for clients as they take ing.” further information regarding avail- Orser speaker, Lachlan (Lach) developed a unique, practical guide charge of the sometimes daunting The FairwayNOW app is avail- able services. Perks. His presentation, “A to success within a variety of coun- home loan process. able for download now. Get started Whether you’re looking to buy, Practical Guide to International tries and cultures while building FairwayNOW allows users simple today! build, or refinance your home, Business Development,” will take Eclipse’s international presence. and direct access to their loan officer Fairway has offices nationwide in Fairway’s experienced mortgage pro- place on Monday, March 20th The company grew during his 10 and real estate agent, accurate mort- more than 300 locations and fessionals are here to help. Offering from 5–6:30pm in Jabs Hall 111, plus year leadership tenure from gage calculations for a variety of loan options, on the MSU campus. $85m to $125m using a combina- monthly budgeting, a Fairway can help you Lach will share his experiences tion of strategic acquisitions, prod- scanning feature for quick achieve homeownership and knowledge obtained while he uct/business line development, and and secure transmission of with the speed and service built and led a global manufacturer international business develop- financial documents, a you deserve. Plus, Fairway of Industrial Combustion ment. The company was subse- loan progress component, mortgage professionals are Equipment. Lach progressed in his quently sold in late 2014. mortgage glossary, up-to- dedicated to finding the career from a construction project The MSU Jake Jabs College of date industry news, and right loan with great rates, engineer to industrial product Business and Entrepreneurship’s more. With FairwayNOW, terms, and costs to meet development engineer, and then David Orser Executive Speakers clients are able to dictate your specific needs. into Sales and Marketing before Forum is named for David B. the pace of their loan Financing a home is one of finally getting his opportunity to Orser, a 1966 MSU graduate who application—and can the biggest commitments lead Eclipse Inc., in 2006 as Chief began funding the program in even apply in as little as you will ever make — let Operating Officer. 1988 in order to inspire MSU busi- ten minutes! Fairway help guide you Eclipse Inc. grew under his ness students to pursue careers as Founder and CEO throughout the entire loan leadership into a company that has innovative, responsible, and ethical Steve Jacobson says, process, from application to manufacturing facilities in six dif- business leaders. For more informa- “Fairway is dedicated to closing and beyond. Learn ferent countries and sales in every tion about the forum, contact providing speed of service more at www.fairwayin- industrialized country of the world. Anna Reardon at (406) 994-6195 with consistent communi- dependentmc.com/. • His most recent experience was or [email protected]. •

Chamber event focuses on School Workshops announced for Election Ballot grandparents & others The Bozeman Chamber will host Dave Meldahl of Think2Perform On top of business and economic From MSU News Service Topics include custody, guardian- Business After Hours on will guide participants as they support, they serve Bozeman Montana State University ship, working with Child Protective Thursday, March 23rd from explore how “change” and “transi- tourism by promoting the stunning Extension will host a three-workshop Services and grandparent rights. 5:30–7:30pm. This event will be tion” are very different and why the landscapes, vibrant community, series for grandparents, relatives, fos- Workshop I: March 25th, hosted by J&H, Inc. at their 203 distinction matters, understand why endless events and the people that ter parents and others who are par- 9am–2pm, MSU campus, Bozeman Haggerty Ln. location at the edge of most change efforts fail and how to live, work and play in Bozeman. enting for a second time. Workshop II: April 1st, 9am–2pm, Bozeman. This gathering provides a increase the odds of success, and Guy Sperry, known as “Mr. The series will offer resources MSU campus, Bozeman business networking outlet for learn practical ways to lead oneself Bozeman,” served as Chamber and skill training, as well as experts Workshop III: April 5th, Bozeman Area Chamber of and others through the process of Executive for 20 years. His motto, in child development, discipline, 10am–11:30am, Bozeman Public Commerce Members and others. change. Registration for this event is “Build a Better Bozeman,” was the legal issues and other important top- Library This edition of Business After Hours $99 for members and $198 for non- foundation for community-wide ics. The series is sponsored by MSU is included with Chamber member- members. The next seminar in the efforts to enhance opportunities for Workshops I and II are designed Extension, MSU College of ship and $50 for non-members. series, “Leading Teams: Turning all residents. Community involve- to be offered together. Course Education, Health and Human The next Business & Dysfunction into Cohesion,” is set ment has long been inspired by Mr. designers and instructors highly rec- Development, Montana Children’s Community Issues event regard- for Tuesday, May 2nd. Sperry’s oft-repeated admonition: ommend that both classes be attend- Trust Fund and Youth Dynamics. ing the Bozeman School District Business Before Hours will “Those of us who enjoy the benefits ed. Topics include identifying and Lunch will be provided for sessions I Election Ballot is set for Wednesday, follow on Thursday, April 6th from should not just pick up the apples, reflecting on changing roles, identi- and II. Travel assistance, in the form March 29th from 11:30am–1pm at 7:30–8:30pm. This event will be but should help to shake the trees!” fying helpful community resources, of gas cards, is also available for the Holiday Inn Express & Suites, hosted by Bethany Lentz, State There are several membership child development, dealing with loss attendees of workshops I and II. 2305 Catron St., in Bozeman. The Farm Agency, at her office on 3810 opportunities designed to fit your and grief, effective discipline and liv- Interested participants may inquire forum will give insight on the com- Valley Commons Dr., Ste. 2. This needs. Joining the Chamber is a ing with teens. Registration is upon registration. ponents of a 21st century compre- gathering provides a business net- great way to get involved in required for workshops I and II. For more information or to regis- hensive high school, building plans working outlet for Bozeman Area Bozeman’s thriving business com- Workshop III is a standalone ses- ter, contact Deb Albin at (406) 994- for Bozeman’s second high school, Chamber of Commerce Members munity. The Bozeman Area sion that can be attended by anyone 5099 or renovation to the existing Bozeman and others. This edition of Business Chamber of Commerce, represent- who has an interest in legal issues. [email protected]. • High, and other issues on the May Before Hours is included with ing its membership, advocates eco- 2nd School Election Ballot. This Chamber membership and $50 for nomic vitality, high quality of event is $18 for members and $105 non-members. life and preservation of the free for non-members. Since 1910, the Bozeman enterprise system through leader- The 2017 Take the LEAD Chamber has helped businesses ship, vision and communication. series will continue with grow and prosper. After 100 years Visit www.bozemancham- “Leading Through Change: of service to the Bozeman ber.com/ to register for any of Getting from Here to There,” on Community, it is one of the largest these events or to learn more. The Tuesday, April 4th at The and most aggressive business organ- Chamber Center is located at 2000 Chamber Center from 8–10am. izations in the state of Montana. Commerce Way in Bozeman. •

Build skills, meet people & launch startups Ever wondered what it takes to empowered entrepreneurs who are The nonprofit organization is be an entrepreneur? The profes- learning the basics of founding headquartered in Seattle, but sional and personal challenges, the startups and launching successful Startup Weekend organizers and high and lows, the failures and the ventures. It is the largest community facilitators can be found in over 200 success? of passionate entrepreneurs with cities around the world. From Startup Weekend is a global over 200 past events in 130 coun- Mongolia to South Africa to grassroots movement of active and tries around the world in 2016. London to Brazil, people around the globe are coming together for weekend-long workshops to pitch ideas, form teams, and start companies. All Startup Weekend events fol- low the same basic model: anyone is welcome to pitch their startup idea and receive feedback from their peers. Teams organically form around the top ideas (as determined by popular vote) and then it’s a 54-hour frenzy of busi- ness model creation, coding, designing, and market validation. The weekends culminate with pre- sentations in front of local entre- preneurial leaders with another opportunity for critical feedback. Whether entrepreneurs found companies, find a cofounder, meet someone new, or learn a skill far outside their usual 9-to-5, everyone is guaranteed to leave the event better prepared to navigate the chaotic but fun world of startups. If you want to put yourself in the shoes of an entrepreneur, register now for the best weekend of your life! Startup Weekend comes to Bozeman March 31st through April 2nd. The event begins Friday evening at 6:30pm, and continues with events through Sunday night at MSU’s Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship off S. 8th Ave. Register and learn more at http://boze- man.up.co/events/10738. • Voting Open for The Best of Bozeman March 15, 2017 theBestofBozeman.com March 15, 2017 The BoZone • Volume 24, Number 6

Music in and around the BoZone

Hazel Hue is Pickin’ in the Park Tune in to annual Chord The Pickin’ in the Park Concert roots music. Though Bridger studies Punch Brothers to Justin Bieber Series continues with another show violin with noted classical violinist inspire their songwriting and choice Rustlers show at Emerson at the elegant and historic Story Angella Ahn, his musical influences of quirky covers. Mansion, 811 S. Willson Ave., in are rooted in old-time musical styles. For this performance, Hazel Come one, come all! The 42nd Like what you see? Join the Bozeman. On Friday, March 24th, Bridger loves the different chord Hue will be joined by Tom Annual Chord Rustler Show will Chord Rustlers in singing four-part the musically innovative and enter- voicings that octave mandolin brings Murphy (mandolin), Sheila unfold with two performances on harmony at 7pm every Tuesday taining acoustic duo Hazel Hue to their sound. Swapping off on fid- Markazi (fiddle, bass), and Saturday, March 25th, 3pm and 7pm, evening at Hope Lutheran will perform at 7:30pm. dle, octave mandolin, guitar and Katherine Taylor (guitar, vocals) to at the Emerson’s Crawford Theatre. Church, 2152 Graf St., in Bozeman. Alex Koukov (banjo, guitar) and banjo, they provide variety in sound bring a fun evening of originals, These all ages shows are $15 per What is a chord Rustler? He’s a fel- Bridger Dunnagan (octave man- and style. bluegrass, old time, classic attendee. An Afterglow will take place low who: loves to sing…enjoys guys dolin, fiddle) form the duo Hazel The duo’s name comes from the American folk songs, and directly following the late show with a he wouldn’t know from a bale of Hue. Alex is noted for his innovative song, “Loretta,” by Townes Van saucy covers. cash bar, food, and more singing! hay…likes four-part harmony sung a Advance tickets are $8.75 at There is a $10 additional cover for cappella…is somewhere between 14 www.hazelhuestorymansion.b this event. and 94…and pt.me or $10 at the door. For more This annual doesn’t care information, contact Shawna celebration will about social Lockhart at (406) 586-6176, or Rik feature guest status. The James at (406) 586-4123. Please visit quartet Bozeman www.bozemanfolklore.org for Newfangled Chord all BFS concert and dance informa- Four, the 2013 Rustlers are an tion. See more of Hazel Hue at International extraordinary www.facebook.com/HazelHue Collegiate Quartet champions from group of men of many different ages Music. Southern California. In addition, the who gather together in celebration The Pickin’ in the Park Concert shows will see performances by MSU of the truly American art form of Series is co-sponsored by Bozeman group Rhapsody, the Bridger barbershop music. They also spon- Folklore Society (BFS) and Bozeman Mountain Harmony Chorus, and sor a summer music camp for high Parks and Recreation. BFS is an all Real Men Sing, a combination chorus school kids, put on an annual spring volunteer, nonprofit organization of the men from the Bozeman High show, and sell the famous Tater dedicated to promoting, preserving, School Choral Program. The Chord Pigs™ at the Sweet Pea Festival. enjoying, and sharing the music, Rustlers will present these programs Learn more at dance, arts, crafts, and skills of tra- with Guest Director Manny Lopez. www.chordrustlers.org/. • ditional cultures. BFS is an associate group of the Country Dance and Song Society (CDSS). You are invit- ed to join and become involved with the effort to continue to present live music and promote dancing in our community. Volunteers are needed, banjo playing. A founding member Zandt — ‘Her age is always 22, her as well as your support to continue of the Hollowtops, Alex started laughing eyes a hazel to share the love for all the richness playing banjo at 16 when he hap- hue.’ Influenced by old time and in the folk traditions. As an under- pened onto a banjo tent at the bluegrass, and blended with modern writing supporter of radio KGLT- RockyGrass Festival. Before leaving progressive flavors, their originals FM, BFS invites community mem- the tent, he learned to play “Smoke have a singer/songwriter heart the bers to listen to KGLT and other lis- on the Water” and launched his duo describes as “new acoustic.” tener-supported radio for more news interest in banjo and American Musical influences ranging from the about BFS-sponsored events. •

Texas country artist Zane Williams brings show to Mixers Saloon Star of the Texas country music his songs alone, whenever the inspi- situation to play a character try and dissatisfied with simply writ- the middlemen standing between me scene Zane Williams comes to ration strikes. “I get a lot of ideas role...first as a cowboy down on love ing songs for other artists. So in and the fans were gone. I could just Bozeman in support of his latest while I’m busy doing other tasks,” in “I Don’t Have the Heart,” and 2008, Zane left a staff writer pub- make records, play shows, and be album, Bringin’ Country Back, with an he says, “say driving down the road, second as a recent divorcee in the lishing deal to move back to his myself. I found out it didn’t have to energetic show at Mixers Saloon on or doing dishes, or mowing the yard. heartbroken “Goodbye Love.” He wife’s hometown of McKinney, TX, be complicated.” Thursday, April 6th at 10pm. My wife can always tell when I’m closes with an homage to country start a family, and start his career Four more independent records Tickets to this 21+ party at working on a song because my toe is music legend Willie Nelson, whose over as an independent artist. “I followed, each attracting a wider Bozeman’s only country bar are $15 tapping, my lips are moving, and I discovery of musical independence remember turning my office keys in audience than the last. When Zane in advance and $20 day of show. can’t hear a word she’s saying.” in Texas has many parallels with to my publisher, sitting there in the put together his first band at age 33, Doors 8pm. Taking the reins for the first time Zane’s own. car, and feeling so frustrated. They he was a decade older than most of “Bringin’ Country Back” is more as sole producer on this project, the new artists on the scene, than a catchphrase for Zane Williams says that being an inde- and much more experienced Williams — it’s a rallying cry for a pendent artist has its advantages. as a songwriter, yet his obvious return to authenticity and substance “We didn’t have any hoops to jump love of performing and con- in mainstream country music, and a through for this record, and no one necting with his fans infused fitting title for his sixth studio album. to please but ourselves. I just went his shows with a youthful pas- “I think of country music as poetry into the studio with my favorite play- sion. Bringin’ Country Back for the common man,” he says ers, most of whom play with me on melds that passion with his reflectively. “The stories that draw the road, and I did my best to create hard-earned experience as a you in, the simple truth stated in a a record that sounds like the music I performer and producer to way you wish you could’ve love.” For Zane, that means lots of create his most confident work said...there’s an honesty to country harmonies, fiddle, and steel guitar yet. “I just love country music, music that totally grabbed me the wrapped around songs that, while and I don’t want to see it fall first time I heard it.” carefully crafted, lean more toward by the wayside,” he says. “I That plain-spoken, down-home good-natured showmanship than wanted to create a laid-back, honesty has now become the calling gloomy introspection. old-school country album that card for Zane’s own career, landing Unsurprisingly, most of the sub- folks could listen to on the him four #1 songs on the Texas ject matter draws its inspiration from back porch with the sun going radio charts, opening gigs with Zane’s current life experiences. He down. It’s nothing fancy, but heroes like George Jones and offers the listener some road-tested In 2006, Zane released his first liked my music, but they just didn’t it’s real.” And isn’t that what country Alan Jackson, and even an invitation dancehall advice in the rollicking studio album Hurry Home, the title know what to do with it. It felt like I music should be? to perform at the Grand Ole Opry “Honkytonk Situation,” while “Slow track of which later became a Top was giving up on my dream.” Learn more about Zane Williams in 2015. Roller” and “That’s Just Me” cele- 20 Billboard hit for then-Sony artist However, it didn’t take long for and discover some of his music by The genuine quality of his music brate his traditional values against a Jason Michael Carroll. Despite this that dream to be reborn, as he visiting www.zanewilliamsmu- is no fluke. In a world where most backdrop of easy-going, mid-tempo success, Zane’s nine years in quickly found in Texas a welcome sic.com. Bringin’ Country Back is popular music is created by commit- grooves. Only twice on the record Nashville left him disillusioned with home for his brand of honest, tradi- available for download now from all tee, Zane writes the vast majority of does Zane break from his real life the state of the country music indus- tional country music. “In Texas, all major digital music services. • Page 2C • The RollingZone • MaRCh 15, 2017

‘17 KGLT Fund Drive kicks off Next Live From The Divide

benefits S.L.A.M. efforts with great incentives S.L.A.M. presents Chris More recently, Chris has turned Cunningham & Friends at Live his attention to producing records From The Divide, Friday, March 31st for other artists and bands at his stu- at 8pm. Joining Chris for this event dio Basecamp Recording, on top of is singer/songwriter Joe Knapp playing solo shows throughout the with Chelsea Hunt on fiddle and region. Chris has also up with other John Sanders on bass. Tom songwriters and players including “mando” Murphy will hit the stage local Bozeman favorites Tom for the second set as well. Murphy, Mike Parsons, and Russell Like the wide-open spaces of his Smith—who all formed around Montana home, Chris finds inspi- Chris for his February episode of ration in all directions. “I can the Emmy award winning “11th & never predict where a song will Grant with Eric Funk,” produced by come from or what I’ll write Montana PBS. about…the one constant seems to Tickets to this evening of great

be a sense of revelation and hope; music are $30 and available in-store even after a struggle or period at Cactus Records in Downtown

of despair.” Bozeman and at Chris is perhaps best known for www.CactusRecords.net. One

being one half of the critically hundred percent of the evening’s acclaimed acoustic-pop duo profits will benefit S.L.A.M. These

Storyhill (signed to Red House funds will be used for scholarships Record Label) whose career spans for community members seeking

25 years, 15 albums, countless education in the arts, and spear- national tours, and appearances at heading community art installations. Montana Ale Works gave KGLT Ellen King-Rodgers, KGLT General 26th. KGLT is non-commercial and f major folk festivals and premier Please join in and support a great FM a rare gift in 2008, one that has Manager. “For the donors and DJs mostly listener supported, making venues such as Garrison Keiller’s “A cause plus some fantastic music! since become an annual endow- to celebrate at Ale Works after Fund the annual fund drive a major Prairie Home Companion” and the Learn more about S.L.A.M. by visit- ment. It was a post-Fund Drive cele- Drive, eating the best, most inven- source of operating revenue. APHC Cruise (2015 and 2012). ing www.slamfestivals.org. • bration at the downtown restaurant tive and gracefully prepared food KGLT’s staff of over 85 volunteer and bar celebrating KGLT’s 40th with delicious wines, in a joyous DJs take to the airwaves to offer a anniversary, the evening featuring a atmosphere—it’s just the best.” wide assortment of gifts donated by seven-course meal paired with great Montana Ale Works will present local businesses and organizations to wines. The 45 beautifully presented an exclusive wine dinner for KGLT entice listeners to support this rare dinners were offered as Fund Drive on Tuesday, April 18th for 20 breed of radio station. KGLT also Incentives throughout the two-week donors. The following Tuesday, offers its own line of gear with a annual event that unfolds every April 25th, there will be an hors fresh logo every year. T-shirt spring through KGLT. d’oeuvre and brew party for up to packages start at just $50 and the The Ale Works’ gift has been a 45 people. These will be offered at deal gets sweeter as you increase yearly occurrence since its ‘08 two different price points on air your pledge! launch, falling directly after the throughout the Fund Drive. Where You are invited to participate in KGLT Fund Drive and always in the past only up to 45 people the 2017 KGLT Fund Drive by call- looked forward to by guests—many could celebrate, now 65 can engage ing (406) 994-4492 during the live of whom are the DJs themselves. in the festivities with KGLT at broadcast event, March 26th–April The 2017 event is set for March Montana Ale Works! 8th, or pledge anytime at 26th–April 8th. KGLT will celebrate 49 years of www.kglt.net. Learn more about “The Ale Works parties are total- great music with its annual two-week Ale Works at www.montanaale- ly happy, loving experiences,” says fund drive starting Sunday, March works.com. •

Luke Winslow-King at Livingston’s Attic New Orleans-based musician the Northern Michigan town of Preservation Hall in New Orleans. Luke Winslow-King is set to per- Cadillac, Winslow-King began He learned gospel and jazz stan- form one show only on Thursday, studying and performing music at a dards accompanying John Boutté, March 30th at The Attic, 110 N. young age. He started performing picked up bottleneck slide guitar Old Time Fiddle Jam invites Main St., in historic Downtown weekly in a local bar band at 14, watching blues maestro Roberto Livingston beginning at 7:30pm. formed The Winslow-King Blues Luti, performed in John Sinclair’s you to Whitehall Tickets are $18 in advance, and $24 Band at 16, and earned a diploma Blues Scholars, and immersed him- The Montana Old Time Fiddlers State Old Time Fiddlers Association day of show with limited advance from the renowned Interlochen Arts self in the traditional jazz songbook will bring their first jam of the year (MSOTFA) is dedicated to preserv- tables available at $25 per seat. Academy, where he majored in while playing with Ben Polcer and to the Mint Bar in uptown Whitehall ing old time fiddle music in Tickets are on sale now at jazz guitar. The Loose Marbles Jazz Band. on Sunday, March 19th from Montana, providing educational and Wheatgrass Saloon, Whiskey Creek Winslow-King first came to During this time, he was also a 2–6pm. This is the weekend of Saint performance opportunities for musi- Saloon, Sax & Fryer, or by contact- Louisiana at age 19 and ended up member of Meschiya Lake’s Little Paddy’s Day, so there’s sure to be a cians and listeners of all ages. Call ing promoter Joanne Gardner at staying there almost by chance. After Big Horns and is featured on her few Irish tunes! Lunch will also be (406) 685-3481 for more informa- (406) 599-1075. only a few days in town, his car — album Lucky Devil. available, and dancing is encour- tion. The MSOTFA is incorporated Luke Winslow-King is a guitarist, filled to the brim with a band’s This nonstop woodshedding aged! Guitar, mandolin, and banjo and operates with an elected board singer, composer, producer, and worth of instruments — was stolen helped Winslow-King hone his players are welcome to participate in as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. songwriter. His work is an eclectic while parked overnight on Ursulines sound and become a leader among the jam. Anyone can just come to In order to best serve its community mix that combines Mississippi delta Street in the Tremé. During the the vibrant scene of young tradition- hear some great old time fiddle and meet the MSOTFA objectives, blues, folk music, traditional jazz, weeks spent trying to recover his alists in New Orleans. In 2015, he music. Free and open to the public. the state is divided into districts. and roots rock ‘n’ roll. His alchemi- vehicle and instruments, Winslow- was named ‘Best Blues Performer’ in The Mint Bar is located at 1 E. Each district operates with its own cal songs blend contemporary ideas King fell in love with the city that he Gambit Weekly’s Best of New Orleans. Legion Ave. in Whitehall. elected officers. Learn more at with styles from bygone eras, pro- now calls home. Winslow-King has performed festi- Founded in 1963, The Montana www.montanafiddlers.org/. • ducing a sound that is rustic and After recording his self-titled vals, jazz halls, dive bars, listening urbane, elegant and rooms, barns, theatres, and arenas entirely his own. It across the United States and Europe. is a sound that looks He’s shared the stage with icons to the past to move such as Taj Mahal, John Anderson, Chris Shiflett of Foo Fighters to the future. This, Cheick Hamala Diabete, Jack White, along with his bur- Robert Earl Keen, Tower of Power, comes to Eagles Ballroom gundy voice, dapper Rebirth Brass Band, and Chris attire, and versatile Thile. Winslow-King has also per- 11:11 Presents Chris Shiflett of West Coast Town is Shiflett’s third guitar playing have formed live on CNN, the Discovery Foo Fighters at the Eagles Lodge solo album. Of the album, American earned him a repu- Channel, and BBC-TV in recent Ballroom, Monday, March 27th at Songwriter asserts, “The guitar sounds tation as a musician years, and was named ‘Writer of the 9pm. Tickets to this 21+ show are are predictably killer, but Shiflett who delivers soulful- Week’ by American Songwriter $10 in advance at www.1111pre- really lets loose on the vocals,” while ly energetic and Magazine. sents.com/, or $11.50 in store at Paste Magazine praises, “Shiflett’s dynamic perform- He joined the Bloodshot Records Cactus Records in Bozeman, or by vocal performances are nearly ances. roster in 2013 with the release of calling (877) 987- 6487. Doors at always impressive and interesting.” Originally from The Coming Tide, and followed with 8pm. Born in Santa Barbara and now 2014’s Everlasting Arms, and 2016’s West Coast Town, the new solo based in Los Angeles, Shiflett is debut album in 2007, he contin- I’m Glad Trouble Don’t Last Always. album from the acclaimed musician, widely known as the guitarist for Foo ued paying his dues, busking on Learn more at www.blood- songwriter, and performer will be Fighters and his work with Dead Royal Street during the day and shotrecords.com/artist/luke- released April 14th on Peasants and Me First and the working in the clubs on winslow-king. This Livingston SideOneDummy Records. Rolling Gimme Gimmes. In addition to Frenchman Street at night. show is brought to you by What’s Stone praises the title track, “….flaw- music, Shiflett is the creator and In 2008, Winslow-King recorded Up Buttercup, bringing fine music to lessly blends blue-collar country host of weekly podcast, “Walking Old/New Baby mostly live at good people since 2007. • punk with a catchy Bakersfield the Floor with Chris Shiflett,” which bounce. Borrowing the rowdy swag- features one-on-one interviews with ger of Prison Bound-era Social a wide range of musical guests, writ- Distortion and the SoCal sheen of ers, athletes, and artists. Past guests Buck Owens and Dwight Yoakam, include Merle Haggard, Dwight Shiflett crafts a sound that is both Yoakam, Mike Ness, Steve Earle, geographically grounded and wholly John Doe, Sturgill Simpson, Mickey his own.” Raphael and more. •

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Tap into Montana with popular Livingston brew fest Now in it’s third year, the Tap tinue to have new brew- Tap” at Wheatgrass Saloon, a beer this event is not only to put on a into Montana craft beer week and eries attending each year. pairing dinner at Pinky’s Café, the great brew fest, but to draw people brew fest continues to set the bar for We are thrilled to have Beer Mile brewery run, and screen- to the great city of Livingston during Montana brew fests. Craft beer week breweries from truly all ings of brew-related movies all week our shoulder season. Like many will take place April 2nd–8th over the state join us to at The Buckhorn, to name just a few. communities in Montana, Livingston throughout Livingston, the brew fest give people a chance to try In addition, Creek to Peak will be thrives on tourism during peak sea- being held April 8th from 2–7pm. beers from places they hosting the 1st Annual Creek to Peak sons. We wanted to provide a way to Last year’s event featured 25 might not get to travel to Adult Mountain Soap Box Derby in help boost community businesses Montana breweries, 70 beers to sam- very often.” conjunction with the brew fest. The during a time when tourism and ple, and over 700 attendees. This Local food will be avail- derby will be held on April 8th from business is usually slower,” said year, the brew fest moves to able for purchase from 9am–3pm. Entrance into the derby Anderson. Downtown Livingston in the Depot favorites like Rancho will also land you a ticket to the brew Tap into Montana is funded in parking lot. Picante Montana Bison fest and some of the proceeds will be part by a Cultural Tourism Grant “We have been extremely happy Hut and Zac’s Montana donated to the Gallatin Valley Land from Yellowstone Country Montana with the growth of Tap into BBQ, and local retailers Trust. Entrance is $250 per team. and its major sponsors: the Montana over the last two years and around Livingston will be Find Creek To Peak Derby on Livingston Business Improvement District, Opportunity Bank, Cardinal expect this year’s event to grow even having sidewalk sales that Dubliners. One Ton Pig will play Facebook for more information. Distributing, Gallatin Event Rentals, more,” said Rachel Anderson, one of Saturday. from 4–7pm. Tap into Montana is the major and Ten Fingers Woodworks. the event’s organizers. “It has forced This year, the brew fest is step- VIP Tickets are $35 in advance, fundraiser for Vision Livingston, a Visit us to find a larger venue that can ping up its music game with support or $40 at the door (limited to 100 nonprofit organization providing www.tapintomt.com/ for event details, brew fest informa- accommodate more breweries and from a Cultural Tourism Grant from tickets). Regular tickets are $25 in resources and support to promote tion, sponsorship information, and to more people, which is why we have Yellowstone Country Montana. The advance and $30 at the door. A VIP the long-term vitality of Livingston’s purchase tickets. • moved the event downtown this newly formed Montana super group, ticket gives you access to special business community. “Our goal with year.” Swamp Dawg, will perform from release beers from the breweries and The brew fest expects 30 2–3:30pm with some swampy south- a commemorative tasting glass. Montana breweries, including local ern soul and New Orleans-style funk. For those coming from out of favorites Katabatic Brewing and Headlining this year’s brew fest will town, discounted room rates are Neptune’s Brewery, in addition to be Wyoming’s premier mountain available at the Yellowstone Pioneer Make a night of it with several new Montana breweries from rock-bluegrass band, One Ton Pig. Lodge for $59 a night (includes shut- the far reaches of the state, like These guys have appeared at numer- tle to and from hotel), and at the Eagles live music Beaver Creek Brewery from Wibaux, ous large festivals and have shared Murray Hotel for 35% off normal The Eagles Bar in Downtown former Jamelution members Cindy Triple Dog Brewing Co. from Havre, the bill with such artists as the rates. Be sure to mention Tap into Bozeman draws a diverse crowd. Damjanovich, Junior Damjanovich, Flathead Lake Brewing from Big Travelin’ McCourys, Wood Brothers, Montana! From cowboys to ski bums to college and Nik Damjanovich, plus former Fork, and Black Eagle Brewery from Chris Robinson, Railroad Earth, Beer-related events will take place kids, you can witness nearly every SaddleTramp Band member Gary Black Eagle. Tony Furtado, Old Crow Medicine throughout the week around demographic on a typical night. Peterson, and Rockin’ Steve “News has spread around the Show, Elephant Revival, Band of Livingston including beer and cheese They host live music, karaoke, and “Monster” Melia of Billings. They brewery world about Tap into Heathens, Los Lobos, John Prine, pairings at Uncorked, a stein holding serve inexpensive drinks! Here’s a play rock, country, and blues. Montana,” Anderson said. “We con- Leftover Salmon, and Young competition at Katabatic, “Art on look at what’s coming up. Quenby & the West of Western Skies will perform on Wayland will bring the music, Friday and Saturday, March 17th Friday and Saturday, April 7th and and 18th. Western Skies has been 8th. Quenby & the WoW play a wide described by some as a country rock variety of vintage country, contem- Last call for live music at Bridger Bowl band, a wild country band, and a porary (minus pop), outlaw, and clas- Not all the fun is happening on mandolin and vocalist Tom Murphy. Pabst Blue Ribbon. The group’s band that plays everything. It is no sic popular covers, as well as origi- the slopes at Bridger Bowl this ski Sharon’s songs reflect her love, inter- heavy sound is influenced by punk, doubt a party band! Frontman Mark nals. You’ll probably hear songs from season. Come check out live music action, and spiritual connection with metal, garage, and progressive rock. Longie put his years of experience to the likes of Merle Haggard, Buck with the area’s best local bands! the Earth. They have an eclectic style that work, creating one of Montana’s Owens, Jerry Reed, Mary Gauthier, Many local breweries will also be on The lovely Ashly Jane Holland comes as a result of the “musical elite groups of musicians to please all The Mavericks, Waylon Jennings, hand during the afternoon entertain- will also be performing on March chairs” they play on stage, where all walks of life. Don’t be surprised if George Jones, Patsy Cline, Lucinda ment with discounted pints and swag 24th. Come listen to her brand of band members contribute on multi- you hear everything from Hank Williams and many more at a giveaways. Here’s a look at what’s country swing in Jim Bridger Lodge ple instruments. Spekatlas is com- Williams classics, new country from Quenby show! coming up. from 3–5:30pm. “Little Jane,” as prised of Jesse Collins (vocals, guitar, The Zac Brown Band, Old Crow The Bridger Mountain Big Tsunami Funk will be on hand she’s commonly known, possesses a drums), Scott McGann (vocals, gui- Medicine Show, Toby Keith, Brooks Band performs every Sunday from to help celebrate Bridger’s vocal quality that is uniquely her tar, drums, keyboard), Duban & Dunn, and Big & Rich, to ripping 7–9:30pm. The 17-piece jazz orches- Hawaiian-themed Grand Prize own and you can’t exactly pin who Guerrero (bass, keyboard, vocals), rock ‘n’ roll like Poison, Aerosmith, tra celebrates the music of Duke Drawing Party on Sunday, March she may sound like. It can be smoky, Jeff Syc (guitar, drums, bass) ZZ Top, and Green Day. Ellington, Count Basie, and more, 19th in Jim Bridger Lodge from sweet, warm, and inviting, it can The Mighty Locker Room Country rockers Bluebelly with original arrangements and 3–6pm. The Bozeman-favorite take from the highest highs to the Band will be on hand for closing Junction will provide the danceable music of all genres from the 1900s group always packs the dance floor lowest lows. The emotion in the weekend, performing on Saturday, entertainment on Friday and to today. with Funk/R&B rocking grooves. voice can only come from someone April 1st in Jim Bridger Lodge from Saturday, March 24th and 25th. Always a blast, Sunrise Tsunami Funk plays tunes from that has lived through those experi- 3–5:30pm. Shake off the cold with a Formed in early 2013, the band has Entertainment brings the fun of artists like Stevie Wonder, Pharrell ences…as Holland has. A multi- dance and a beer from Big Sky been providing audiences with what karaoke and DJ music every Williams, Bruno Mars, Red Hot instrumentalist, Holland can back Brewing Co. The Patrol Band, as they consider “rockabilly music” all Thursday at 9pm. Chili Peppers, James Brown, Earth her voice with acoustic guitar, fiddle, they’re also known, plays rock ‘n’ roll over the state of Montana. The high- ALL Eagles Bar live music begins Wind & Fire, Sly & the Family or accordion. music from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s energy band tends to veer away from at 9pm unless otherwise noted. Stone, Kool & the Gang, Van Bozeman rock quartet and beyond! slow jams, other than the occasional Come play a game of pool, listen to Morrison, Steely Dan, Bob Marley, Spekatlas will perform on For more information on these tune. With an arsenal of originals some great local bands, or stop in on and many more! Tsunami and personalized covers, the guys will Friday evenings for BINGO from Funk is comprised of keep you on your feet until last call. 6–8pm at the Eagles Bar, located at Eddie T, Luke Flansburg, Check out GrooveWax on 316 E. Main St. next to the Nova Nate Anderson, and Isaiah Friday and Saturday, March 31st and Cafe. For more information, call Morales. April 1st. The band is comprised of (406) 587-9996. • MSU Bobcat Ski Day is March 24th this season. Come support the alpine university team and ski or ride for only $25! Plus, Bridger Mtn Harmony local singer/songwriter and outdoorswoman Sharon Iltis will bring a special Chorus seeking additions Friday edition of live music Sweet Adelines International’s place and time. to Bridger, performing her Bozeman rock quartet Spekatlas Bridger Mountain Harmony More information on member- Americana-style originals and covers Saturday, March 25th in Jim Bridger Chorus is searching for women singers ship benefits is available on the inter- at Deer Park Chalet from Lodge from 3–5:30pm. The after- and other events, visit in the Bozeman area. Women of all national website, www.sweetade- 12–2:30pm. Joining her will be noon will also feature beer promo by www.bridgerbowl.com/. • ages who enjoy singing are invited to lines.com/jointoday/. attend the chorus’ weekly rehearsal Sweet Adelines International is a each Tuesday evening at Anderson worldwide women’s singing organi- School, 10040 Cottonwood Rd., zation committed to advancing the from 7–9pm. musical art form of barbershop har- Catch the Bird Dogs live from Soundcolor Bridger Mountain Harmony mony through opportunities in edu- You are invited to join a filmed getic sound within the Northwest their live show and makes you want to Chorus is one of the hundreds of cation, performance, and competi- live recording session featuring music scene. Their live shows are stomp your feet and crack open a Sweet Adelines International chorus- tion. Sweet Adelines International is Bozeman’s own Laney Lou and highlighted by unbridled energy, and beer. Laney Lou and the Bird Dogs is es that make up this worldwide one of the world’s largest singing the Bird Dogs at Livingston’s punctuated by songs performed with available at all live shows, also iTunes, organization of women who sing organizations for women, with mem- Soundcolor Studios on Thursday, fervor and swagger. Fusing old time Spotify, & Amazon. four-part barbershop harmony. Call bership of almost 23,000 and cho- March 30th beginning at 7:30pm. folk songs with a rock ‘n’ roll atti- Born under the big sky in Bernadette at (406) 581-0146 or ruses and quartets across the globe. MTV reality star Abram Boise will tude, the Bird Dogs push the enve- Bozeman, Montana, Laney Lou and contact the Chorus through bridger- Its members have been singing four- host the evening presented in a rare lope of what a string band would the Bird Dogs consists of Matt [email protected] part barbershop a cappella harmony up-close and intimate setting. With a generally be described as. Demarais (banjo/vocals), Ethan m for more information on rehearsal since 1945. • runtime of only one hour, this will The Bird Dogs have been hitting Demarais (bass), Lena Schiffer be one hell of a show! The event is the road hard since 2014, sharing (vocals/guitar), Brian Kassay (fid- first come, first served and will have stages with Corb Lund, Hayes Carll, dle/mandolin), and Josh Moore limited seating. Be sure to arrive on Hurray for the Riff Raff, The (vocals/guitar). time and bring a friend! Free for all Mavericks, Wynonna Judd, Mark Soundcolor Studios is an inde- ages. Complimentary brews provid- Chesnutt, The Lil’ Smokies, and pendent, member-owned film, ed by Neptune’s Brewery or BYOB many more. They released their music, and art studio. Soundcolor for ages 21+. eponymous debut album in the spring is located at 215 E. Lewis St., 301, Laney Lou and the Bird Dogs of 2016. Recorded live at Basecamp in Livingston. Learn more at have been forging a fresh and ener- Studio, the album is one that reflects www.soundcolor.org/. •

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Jeni, Jake & Chad: Reuniting with the hometown crew A Bozeman favorite will reunite how it would feel to do a gig with like a complete stage of growth. you can’t be as stressed out as you RZ: What do you all have planned for a one-off reunion tour at the end Jake and Jeni. Not too long after, out Over the past decade, I’ve come to are used to being. Today, it’s almost for the future? Where do you go of March! Musicians turned friends of the blue, Jake emailed me to see if understand music as the source of normal to hit the ground running after the Reunion Tour strums its turned bandmates turned non-tradi- I’d be interested in doing something all things. Or in a less devotional and fall into bed exhausted. That’s last chord? tional family Jeni Fleming, Jake this year. Jeni and I were both on sense, a metaphor for all things. just how we live. Where I was happy JF²: I have a slew of ongoing proj- Fleming, and Chad Langford will board — of course — and a “10- Being a musician can be a self- to burn the candle at both ends, now ects, some started and some still come together following a quite year reunion” seemed to make sense, imposed, emotionally and physically I don’t have the luxury of that any- ideas. I’m going to release a chil- eventful ten-year hiatus. In anticipa- so here we are! brutal existence. While music-mak- more. Most musicians’ mentality is dren/parent concept album about tion of The Jeni Fleming Trio’s JF: A lot of people have asked if ing offers the highest level of joy and you say yes to every gig, every gig. the Earth this June. I’ve been writing Emerson performance and potential we’re releasing an album or plan- connection, the process of learning Because every gig will help you the album with and for my daughter swan song, The Rolling Zone was ning another tour, and really no. instruments, songs, composing, mak- become a better musician. [But] I Betty, but the music is not typical able to catch up with all three mem- We’re just playing music together children’s music. The songs are 5–6 bers for a special “Where are they because it’s fun. And not just for our minutes each and musically mature now?” interview. parents, but longtime really dear enough to grow on parents. It’s fun. RZ: So…ten years. How does it feel friends that were fans of the Trio I also have ideas to develop some to prep this new batch of shows and [and] champions of our music, for- children’s music situations in town. return to the stage with this Trio mer professors and colleagues in the I’ll continue my jazz studies, playing after a decade away? music business. There are a lot of when the opportunity arises. One J(eni)F: When we disbanded, we people that really were the reason day I’ll record an album of original always knew there would come a we enjoyed as much success as we material. Through my yoga practice day when we would want to do a did. No one ever forges that kind of and wife Crystal’s studio, I’ve been show together. It was one of those name for themselves alone. This is studying and leading chanting ses- rare bands where everything sort of the hometown crowd. sions and kirtan (devotional chanti- clicked — so many things just lined RZ: What are you most looking for- ng). One of my forms of text medi- up. And now we look back on those ward to in anticipation of these per- tation is setting text to music, so times and realize how serendipitous formances? chanting in Sanskrit is perfect. I’m those coming together were. But JF²: Laughing! I miss playing music working on a live electro/acoustic there was a lot of life that had to with Jeni and Chad and am very music situation to use in yoga classes happen. We were so young when we excited to fire up these tunes and and around town. In the same vein, met, [and 25] is a different size ego grooves again. This time we know I’m working on producing music than when you’re 43. [laughs] the venture is going to be short- that is suitable for yoga practice and RZ: It’s just a different life. lived, and we won’t be distracted by relaxation. I don’t engage much in JF: Right. So much stuff has hap- business plans and the effort of ing albums and all the various can’t be concerned anymore about material consumer purchases. Rarely pened since then. I think somewhere building a career around the group. aspects are very demanding — not “advancing my career.” I have to do do I buy clothing or “stuff,” but I do we all understood that we needed to It’s simply three great, longtime to mention the fact music exposes things I enjoy, or are really interest- allow those impulses to build my walk away from each other to let this friends getting together to play one’s insecurities and we make music ing, and stimulating, and challenging instrument and software collection. I life happen. All of us knew life music, laugh, and share that experi- with other human beings. So, the personally. That’s probably the hard- have more tools than time to use would happen, things would settle ence with anyone who’d like to share manner in which my bandmates and est thing about this scare, having to them, the options are limitless. I’m down, and we’d have a chance to and observe it. collaborators deal with life ends up live a completely different way than set for life! come back together. So here we are, CL: I’m just looking forward to affecting me. It may sound strange, I have for the first forty-two years. CL: At the moment, I’m lecturing in ten years later. Jake and I are being back in Montana, revisiting but during the last ten years I’ve RZ: How can you say Bozeman’s composition and orchestration at divorced, [but] he and I knew we these songs with Jake and Jeni. We been able to separate my personal “scene” has allowed you, and others, Durham University in the North of would know each other forever. I spent a number of years working life from music and that has served to maintain the grind of a working England. My wife and I have lived don’t know that either of us consider very closely with one another, during my passion. The ability to maintain musician in a small-ish town? there for nearly five years and we our marriage a failure. It was a real- what I feel were very formative years this separation has kept my love for JF²: The Bozeman music scene has absolutely love it. Artistically, I feel ly fantastic chapter in our lives and it of music-making for all of us. Ten music fresh and untainted. Music is been uniquely created by the musi- that I am at a bit of a crossroads. came to an end. So now all of those years on, we’ve all had vastly differ- sacred to me, beyond my personal cian. Music is not a commodity in Over the last ten years I’ve concen- things have settled down and this ent experiences, so it will be interest- experience. It informs my experi- Bozeman, and there’s really no way trated almost completely on honing opportunity came around to do ing to see how that shapes the way ence. In the past, whenever I’ve felt to be employed as a musician like my compositional craft, but I feel some concerts because Chad fin- the music feels now. I haven’t been numb to music, it has been because there is in large cities. The Bozeman that now I want to start incorporat- ished his doctorate and was coming back to Bozeman for several years, my life was numb. The next step is scene itself, however, nurtures artists, ing my own bass performance into back to the states. And the timing so it will also be quite fun to see to become music, although it’s educators, entrepreneurs and the that practice. What shape this will was right, kind of like the first time what has changed, what has stayed arguable that we are all already like. From my 25-year experience of take is anybody’s guess, but this will we met. We’ve all gone on to contin- the same… music. So maybe the next step is to being a musician and educator in be my focus over the next year. And ue music in our own way, but we’re RZ: What do you have planned for fully realize that I am music. Bozeman, it has been the people I’m planning on composing as much coming back to this as equal part- this round of performances? Maybe CL: I think anyone who has lived who live here and their genuine love as possible whilst back in Montana, ners with an equal amount of music a blend of stuff people will remem- for a considerable period of time and interest for my honest efforts as I know I will feel very inspired! under our belts and new experi- ber with a few surprises thrown in? outside their home country would that has allowed me to maintain my JF: I teach five days a week, six ences. That is, I think, a rare oppor- JF: Dancers, circus animals, light agree that living abroad changes you grind. Most of the music venues are hours a day. Thirty students that tunity for bands. shows? [laughs] No. We are going — it opens you up not only to new owned and managed by people shar- study either voice and/or piano. I’m RZ: Ten years does seem like a super old school, back to the first cultures and new ideas, but also ing the same type of dream — to in three bands that work a lot — I fortuitous time to come together. time we played together. The first allows you to see your own home find joy in their work while serving just say three because two of them Why do you guys feel like now is the time we did a concert together was culture more clearly. I feel that I others and paying the rent. It’s a work a lot and the other five equal time for your Trio to rejoin for on campus. It was acoustic bass, have grown so much as an artist over partnership. And that same partner- out to one. So there’s a lot of music these shows? acoustic guitar, I of course was the the last decade. I’ve worked with ship is found between the musicians happening, but I think I spent nearly J(ake)F²: Ever since Chad first singer, but all three of us sang — some incredible musicians and com- who sell tickets to their shows and two decades trying so hard to push announced his plans to move on to and that was it. That’s all we had at posers from all over the world, many the loving folks who buy them. my own music and with everything The Hague to study composition, our disposal. We [eventually] added of whom have become close friends RZ: Many local groups intermingle that went on this last year, I need a there has been an inner-knowing more instruments and fell in love and helped me to further refine my a lot of the same musicians, yet still little bit of time to not feel like I’m that we would play again someday. It with the recording arts. Over time, artistic conception. Of course, this present completely unique projects. some machine that has to pump this was just a matter of time. The feel- the Trio morphed into more of a gives you a lot of confidence in what What do you think that says about stuff out. There’s always going to be ing and the timeline have come combo type of instrumentation, but you’re doing and encourages you to what our area has to offer? projects I’m interested in. I’m being together to make this reunion hap- it was still just the three of us per- keep setting your sights higher. JF: I still say Bozeman, in the really choosey about where I put pen. There was a stretch of time forming. Now that we have this RZ: So Jeni. Touching on your Montana music community, is an and with whom I spend my time. where I wouldn’t have been interest- chance to get back together, all three health scare of last May, how has anomaly. It’s got an inordinately Right now I’m sort of okay pouring ed in doing the reunion, but last year of us immediately were like, “We such a life-altering event affected large number of really high caliber most of my energy into my kids, the vibration seemed to bubble up as want this.” Back to [when we were] your relationship with— working musicians in all the genres. making sure they’re on track. I know an idea that made sense — like the the most exposed, the most raw. JF: Everything? Well [it] came out For our population, that’s unexpect- that that opportunity will come hatching of the cicada or blooming That was the most truthful the three of the blue. When you’re 42, you do ed. It’s inevitable we’re all going to around again. Before, I saw my of the purple Karvy. Jeni had been of us were together, at the very not have a heart attack on your work in each other’s bands. We call music as an opportunity to leave a wanting to do it as well. And when beginning in our youth and inno- radar at all. I don’t live poorly it incest, which is probably not the legacy. Now, I think teaching is way we asked Chad, he was into it. It cence. [The Reunion Tour] is for enough to warrant that. [laughs] All most polite way to describe it. stronger of a legacy. was very much like when we origi- real just the three of us on the stage [the doctor] could come up with was [laughs] I think that just happens in a RZ: You’re sharing the love with nally formed for The Trinity Tour. with a couple of microphones, prob- that it’s hereditary, and I was adopt- small town. I also think — and this future generations. Very natural, no resistance. ably telling all the stories we used ed so I don’t know my medical histo- is something that’s become more JF: If I’m being honest, the kids C(had)L: It’s funny. Last year to tell. ry. I did meet my birth mother about important to me since the heart probably see something closer to around this time, I had been think- RZ: How has the last ten years six years ago. We had kind of an attack — you play with people you who I really am than anyone who ing that it had been ten years since served your passion for music? every other month conversation on like. Music is kind of secondary. We has seen my concert. In the past five our last concerts together, wondering JF²: Each decade in my life has felt the phone type of relationship, and just happen to be lucky that so many years, I’ve learned I have a need then she died. We just had a lot of of the musicians that work in this that’s not unlike everyone else’s need other stuff to cover before we got town are great musicians. At the end — to be seen really for who I am. to the medical. There wasn’t a of the day, we want to hang out with When your profession prevents that whole hell of a lot I could’ve done the people we like. — for example if you’re a performer about it. Don’t get me wrong, it RZ: Chad. What observations have — and you are being asked to por- was a big deal, but as far as heart you made about the place live music tray some kind of persona from a attacks go, it was fairly textbook. holds in everyday European life, in stage, that audience is never going to My parents live here, I have a sis- comparison to that of Bozeman? see you for who you are. It’s pol- ter here, and my boyfriend was a CL: It’s impossible to generalize ished. That’s not allowing for some- rock star through the whole thing. about “Europe,” but in my experi- one to see me for who I am. Who I I had all the support I could have ence, I find there are many positive am is probably more often out of ever hoped or dreamed for. That comparisons. I think Bozeman has tune than in tune. [But] all of those being said, when you go through always punched well above its weight concerns disappear when you are an experience that so easily could in terms of the quality and variety of dealing one-on-one with a seven- have gone the other way, a lot of music on offer. Coming of age as I year-old trying to teach them how stuff gets shoved into perspective. did in the late eighties/early nineties, to count quarter notes. Even though Stuff you didn’t even know was I remember the sheer number of that interaction I have once a week out of whack in the first place. rock and alternative bands based in with each kid probably takes less Like my friend Eric Funk says, the Bozeman area. When I first emotional energy, in the long haul that kind of experience demands a started playing, there were around means way more to me because that new normal in your life. 20 or 30 bands that regularly curat- is me, unphotoshopped in yoga Everything gets reevaluated, ed shows and festivals around the pants with a baseball cap on. reweighed, and looked at from a region, and many national touring [Performing] is fun while it’s hap- different angle. acts stopped off to play in Bozeman pening, and I enjoy singing, but I RZ: Priorities get rearranged. venues due to us being on the I-90 think my work right now is with JF: From top to bottom, from who cross-country route. I lived in the kids. That’s been the focus and with and how you spend your Netherlands from 2007 to 2012, and the heart attack is just hammering time. There’s the obvious things, during my time there I found the it home. but [what’s] really emphasized, scene to be absolutely mind-blowing. The Jeni Fleming Trio brings a With a population of 16 million one-night-only reunion performance people spread over a relatively to the Emerson Center for the Arts small land area, you have multiple & Culture on Friday, March 31st at music festivals running every week 7:30pm. The evening will begin at somewhere in the country. In addi- 6:30pm with a no-host cocktail hour tion, newcomers to the and hors d’oeuvres provided by The Netherlands feel a very real sense Emerson Grill. Tickets to this awe- of becoming part of a proud tradi- some night of friends and music are tion of live music appreciation and $16.50 and available in store at artistic innovation in Holland — Cactus Records and www.cactus- from jazz and pop to avant-garde records.net/tickets. Additional music and everything in between. reunion shows will be held in For a town of its size, I feel that Billings and Rapid City, SD. Find Bozeman shares a similar vibe, and Jeni on Facebook for further infor- has done so for some time. mation on these performances. • page 4C • Volume 24, Number 6 - March 15, 2017 • The BoZone Entertainment Calendar • www.BoZone.com • 406-586-6730 ––– Tell ’em, “I Saw It In The BoZone!” Tell ’em, “I Saw It In The BoZone!” ––– The BoZone Entertainment Calendar • www.BoZone.com • 406-586-6730 • Volume 24, Number 6 - March 15, 2017 • page 5C MaRCh 15, 2017 • The RollingZone • Page 5C

Segue into spring with TONS of ChickenJam(s) ChickenJam West will present American sounds. The result is a both their refined musicality and instrumentation with Nikki Lane with help from rebirth of Americana and a post- unbridled creativity, the Oyster Bay, homespun percussion Robert Ellis and Jonathan Tyler millennial psychedelic journey to NY-bred rock-fusion four-piece push and the unique inte- on Friday, March 17th at The Filling down-home goodness. into new sonic terrain and build gration of six-string Station at 8pm. Tickets to this 21+ Colorado-based Cosmic entire worlds within each richly tex- ukulele and cello. show are $15 in advance and $18 at Americana band Grant Farm stops tured soundscape. Maine’s holler-folk the door. Doors at 7pm. On her by The Filling Station with special The Werks will perform along- band The Ghost of “Stagecoach Spotlight” Tour, the guests on Wednesday, March 22nd side Cure for the Common at the Paul Revere comes Nashville songstress just released her at 9pm. Tickets to this 21+ show are Eagles Lodge Ballroom on Friday, to The Filling Station third album, Highway Queen, an emo- $10 in advance and $12 at the door. March 24th at 9pm. Tickets to this on Sunday, March tional tour-de-force blending potent Doors at 8pm. Speaking to the 21+ show are $13 in advance and 26th at 8pm. Tickets lyrics, unbridled blues guitars, and struggles we all face as working peo- $15 at the door. Doors at 8pm. On to this 21+ show are vintage sixties country- their forthcoming LP $8 in advance and pop swagger. Magic, jam band $10 at the door. Trampled by favorites The Werks Doors at 7pm. The Turtles’ Dave Simonett transcend their roots Ghost of Paul Revere brings his band Dead while never losing is a powerful, ener- Man Winter to The their identity. getic, non-traditional Filling Station on Poignant songwriting American folk band Monday, March 20th at and engaging melody that’s renowned for 8pm. Tickets to this come together on a harmony-fueled, 21+ show are $14 in record that showcases heart-pounding per- advance and $17 at the their maturation as a formances full of door. Doors at 7pm. multidimensional songs with unique The electric rock ‘n’ group of uniquely identities. roll band is on tour in creative musicians. Colorado super Digital Beat Down promotion of their Come catch their duo Digital Beat recently released sensational blend of Down will perform with local Minnesota-based The Last Revel album, Furnace. Though rock and deep elec- favorites MOTH at The Filling will bring their cutting edge front Simonett is “not even tronic funk beloved Station on Friday, March 31st at porch Americana soundscapes to the that big of a fan of Horseshoes & Hand Grenades by fans across the 10pm. Tickets to this 21+ show are Filler. This powerfully talented trio breakup records,” this musical spectrum. $8 in advance and $10 at the door. of multi-instrumentalists so naturally album was his first time speaking so ple, the band’s latest album, Kiss the Horseshoes & Hand Doors at 9pm. Digital Beat Down blends the genres of folk, rockabilly, plainly and literally about something Ground, sends a positive message Grenades will perform with help fuses synthetic textures and organic old time string band and rock to cre- happening in his private life. It’s also while acknowledging real hardship from Rabbit Wilde at the Eagles instrumentation to create dance- ate a sound that is as equally original his first time dedicating an entire in a society that expects far too Lodge Ballroom on Saturday, March friendly compositions with a progres- as it is timeless. record to a single topic. much. The songs explore real and 25th at 9pm. Tickets to this 21+ sive rock twist. Their distinctive fea- Crow and the Canyon’s heartfelt Featuring David Satori of Beats mythological connections to the show are $13 in advance and $15 at ture is the ability to draw on the yet cerebral lyrics, delicate vocals, Antique, Dirtwire brings their human struggle and pay homage to the door. Doors at 8pm. ethos of the DJ culture while still and choral harmonies are endlessly swamptronic Showdown Tour to the “Working Class Hero,” an arche- Horseshoes & Hand Grenades providing the intangible live band listenable, while also remaining Bozeman with a Filling Station per- type famously described by John plays something like progressive experience. The duo thrives on cre- inventive and interesting. The formance on Tuesday, March 21st at Lennon. high-energy old-time folk music. ating carefully crafted songs and Oregon group offers a refreshingly 9pm. Tickets to this 21+ show are TAUK will perform with help With strong roots in old-time and multi-layered live looping jams that contemplative take on high-spirited $10 in advance and $12 at the door. from Yak Attack at The Filling bluegrass, the band has formed its invite the listener on a psychetronic Americana songwriting. Their Doors at 8pm. Dirtwire sits on the Station on Thursday, March 23rd own unique style born from the journey through the depths of dirty charismatic and engaging perform- front porch of Americana’s future, beginning at 9pm. Tickets to this diverse musical backgrounds and drum and bass, to smooth deep ances weave back and forth between conjuring up a whirlwind of sound 21+ show are $12 in advance and interests of its members. house, to crackin’ breaks, or finished precise bluegrass, heartland acoustic using traditional instrumentation, $15 at the door. Doors at 8pm. On Rabbit Wilde’s kind of backyard off by their bone-penetrating brand folk-rock, and bluesy country. world percussion, soundscapes, and their third studio album, Sir Nebula, folk seasoned by the edge, polish, of sub bass-driven dubstep funk. Advance tickets to these shows electronic beats. Each performance TAUK tap into their singular chem- and fervor of big-city inclinations is The Last Revel is set for a are available in store at Cactus brings both band and audience to a istry to elevate and expand their all- at the root of their high-energy show with Crow and the Canyon Records and mysterious crossroads of beats, instrumental blend of funk, hip-hop, sound and stage presence. The at The Filling Station on Saturday, www.CactusRecords.net/. For blues, African, Asian, and South progressive rock, and jazz. Revealing group revamps classic string band April 1st at 10pm. Tickets to this more information about this and 21+ show are $10 in advance and other upcoming shows, visit $12 at the door. Doors at 9pm. www.chickenjamwest.com/. • The Titan with the Bozeman Symphony The Bozeman Symphony pres- ized by “great intensity and a huge such as Bravo! Vail, Bargemusic, and James Hill, Everything Fitz! ents performances of The Titan on tone, the epitome of the modern vio- Caramoor. Her violin was made in Saturday, April 8th at 7:30pm, and linist” (The Baroque Cello Revival, Paul 1742 by Petrus Guarnerius of Sunday, April 9th at 2:30pm. Both Laird). Venice, which she pairs with a bow & Carlos Nuñez at Ellen performances will be held at Willson A top medalist of the prestigious made by Dominique Peccatte. The Ellen Theatre in Downtown with impeccable Ottawa Valley- Auditorium, 404 W. Main St., in VII International Tchaikovsky These performances would not Bozeman is not only your source for style step dancing to form a high Downtown Bozeman. Competition in Moscow, Ms. Chase be possible without strong communi- some of the area’s best film and energy and heartwarming perform- The Symphony’s 49th season has performed concerts in twenty-five ty support and sponsorship. This stage performances. It also houses ance. All seats are $19. comes to a close with the monumen- countries throughout the world and is concert weekend is sponsored by some great musical acts, both local Carlos Nuñez is back in tal drama of Gustav Mahler’s first a recipient of the esteemed Avery Spectec/TIC, Walter & Regina and those coming through town. Bozeman to rock The Ellen on symphony, “The Titan.” His vision Fisher Career Grant. In recent seasons, Wunsch, and Mrs. Robert W. Here’s a look at what’s coming up. Saturday, April 1st at 8pm. The for the scale and scope of what a her performances have been selected Martin, Jr. for Saturday’s perform- Ever heard Billie Jean played on Chieftains were so impressed with symphony could achieve was colos- as a “Classical Act of the Decade” ance and Sunday’s performance by the ukulele? Now’s your chance! his virtuosity, they invited a young sal, and beyond what any other com- (Courier-Journal), one of “20 Concerts to Bruce Jodar and Kimberlie Birdwell. Singer/songwriter and ukulele mas- Carlos to record an album, which poser has attempted. With massive Hear this Fall” (WQXR NY) & Adult ticket prices range from ter James Hill will stop in for a went on to win a Grammy. Nuñez orchestral forces (including seven “Critics’ Choice” (Musical America). $27–$67. Individual tickets are avail- great performance on Saturday, was dubbed, “the seventh member French Horns!), the sheer power of Equally at home in the virtuoso’s able for purchase online at March 25th at 7pm. Considered a of The Chieftains.” Now Carlos his sound is almost overwhelming. repertoire, historically informed per- www.bozemansymphony.org, by “rare peer” of Hawaii’s premier brings his band to the stage for a You won’t want to miss this! formance practice, and contempo- calling (406) 585-9774, or at the ukulele players, Hill is incredibly night of electrifying music. Critics The Symphony also presents the rary music, Ms. Chase offers a Bozeman Symphony office, 1001 W. unique, being a native Canadian. and fans agree, “No one is more a Bozeman debut of esteemed violinist diverse repertoire of over 60 concer- Oak St., Suite 110. Student discounts He fell in love with the uke in the master of style and unbridled ener- Stephanie Chase, performing the vir- tos and large works for violin and are available. Tickets may be pur- fourth grade and has been perfect- gy in mixing traditional themes tuosic Bruch G minor concerto. orchestra. Her recordings include chased for rush, based on availability ing his talents ever since. All tickets with a dynamic original sound.” Hailed as “one of the violin greats of Beethoven’s Violin Concerto, which on Friday, April 7th. Please contact to this show are $16.50. Tickets are $21.25. our era,” Ms. Chase has performed is “one of the twenty most outstand- the Bozeman Symphony for more On Friday, March 31st, the Wine, beer, and other refresh- with over 170 orchestras in 25 coun- ing performances in the work’s information on rush tickets and pur- Fitzgerald family kicks up a storm ments, which may be brought into tries with many of the world’s lead- recorded history” (Beethoven: Violin chase locations. with Everything Fitz! at 7:30pm. the theatre, will be sold in the lobby ing conductors, and is a recent recip- Concerto, Cambridge University Join Maestro Matthew Savery, The Fitzgerald Family Band hails beginning one hour prior to all ient of the prestigious Avery Fisher Press), and honored with the highest special guest Stephanie Chase, and from Ontario, Canada and features show times. For questions about Career Grant. Majestic! possible ratings by BBC Music the orchestra for a reception immedi- some of the finest young fiddlers these events, ticketing information, Stephanie Chase is international- Magazine and Classic CD, including ately following each performance and Ottawa Valley step dancers in or other inquiries, visit ly recognized as “one of the violin “Record of the Month.” Saturday at Starky’s Authentic the country. Sounds of the East www.theellentheatre.com/ or greats of our era” (Newhouse Born in Illinois, Stephanie Chase’s Americana, 24 N. Tracy Ave., and Coast, French-Canadian, Texas- call The Ellen box office at (406) Newspapers) through solo appear- early violin teachers were her mother Sunday at the Legacy Gallery, style, and Old Time are combined 585-5885. • ances with over 170 orchestras that & Sally Thomas, she was renowned 7 W. Main, catered by Corner include the New York and Hong as a child prodigy through concert Bakery Café. Kong Philharmonics, and the performances starting at age two. She Please contact the Bozeman Chicago, San Francisco, Atlanta and made her debut with the Chicago Symphony at (406) 585-9774 or London Symphony Orchestras. Her Symphony at eight and began exten- [email protected] with interpretations are acclaimed for sive national concert touring while in questions you have regarding per- their “elegance, dexterity, rhythmic her early teens. Following her formance, ticket sales, venue, and vitality and great imagination” (The Carnegie Hall debut at eighteen, she seating information. • Boston Globe), “stunning power” studied violin privately with (Courier-Journal, Louisville), “match- Arthur Grumiaux and chamber less technique” (BBC Music Magazine), music at the Marlboro Festival. and “virtuosity galore” (Gramophone). Ms. Chase often performs in “Renowned for her impeccable the dual roles of violin soloist and intonation” (Temperament, Stuart conductor, and she is a favorite Isacoff), her playing is also character- guest of chamber music festivals

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Bridger Brewing supports local musicians & nonprofits weekly Bridger Brewing is your source Wednesday nights from sessions, spurred on by the encour- Southwest Montana. Here’s a look www.wfmontana.org. for the very best of Montana craft 5:30–8pm, Bridger Brewing hosts agement of the Backwoods at some of the nonprofits being fea- Drop in on April 3rd and have a beers, daily gourmet food specials, Music & Mussels! Come enjoy Dreamers’ greatest fan (and occa- tured in the upcoming weeks. Come beer to benefit the P.E.O. AG and artisan pizza. The family-friend- some live music and over a half sional backup singer) Deke the Dog, enjoy a house-made brew and be Chapter. P.E.O. is a philanthropic the Dreamers play shit-kickin’, charitable in the process! organization that helps women fast dancin’ tunes, a mix of orig- Funds raised on March 20th will reach their educational goals. This is inals and bluegrassed covers. benefit programs at Rocky Mountain accomplished through scholar Local Americana artist Hemophilia & Bleeding Disorders awards, grants, scholarships and Peter King will perform loans. Learn more at for brewery-goers on www.mtpeo.org. March 29th. Come enjoy Would you like your nonprofit to a draft and listen to some be featured during one of Bridger great acoustics from this Brewing’s {Pints with Purpose} fine fellow. nights? Visit www.bridger- Vibe Quartet will brewing.com/pints-with- bring their talents to purpose/ now to submit a Bridger on April 5th. The request. jazz and funk fusion improv www.wfmontana.org Bridger Brewing provides the quartet featuring Haley Ford, Bozeman community with unique Tyler Schultz, and Weston Lewis Association (RMBDA). Their mission hand-crafted brews, fresh artisan- is a favorite in the greater is to improve the quality of care and style pizzas, and more. Locally Bozeman area and should not life for persons with inherited bleed- owned, family friendly, and Bobcat be missed! ing disorders, including Hemophilia proud, Bridger Brewing is the per- Vibe Quartet Bridger Brewing not only and Von Willebrand Disease fect place for lunch or a night out. ly brewer also hosts Mussels & pound of succulent P.E.I. mussels takes pride in its stellar menu items, through education, peer support, To learn more about upcoming Music every Wednesday, and {Pints with house-made sweet Italian but also in the community it serves. and resource and referral. Learn events, visit www.bridgerbrew- with Purpose} every Monday. sausage, tomatoes, garlic, and chili The brewery hosts {Pints with more at www.rmhbda.org. ing.com/ or call (406) 587-2124. Bridger Brewing swept 2016’s Best flakes, topped with parsley and Purpose} every Monday evening Support Women’s Foundation of Bridger Brewing is located at 1609 of Bozeman awards, taking home tomato salsa. There is no cover from 5–8pm where $1 of every pint Montana (WFM) on March 27th. S. 11th Avenue in the Town & the prizes for Best Pizza, Best charge for the music. sold will be donated to a featured This organization advances econom- Country complex, near campus and Brewery, Best Local Beer Crafter, Check out bluegrass group local nonprofit. In 2016, Bridger ic independence for Montana just across from the Fieldhouse. and Best Tasting Room. Come and Backwoods Dreamers on March raised $18,247(!) for organizations women and creates a brighter future They are open for business from check out what all the fuss is about! 15th. Born out of living room jam doing great work right here in for girls. Learn more at 11:30am–9pm daily. •

Lost an hour? Reset your body at Norris Hot Springs! By the time you read this fine native tribes lounged in the natural combination of soothing and heal- that have served as inspiration are original music and lyrics, comes publication, it will already be hot springs. Keeping in mind the ing minerals that naturally bubble NEEDTOBREATHE, Ben Rector, deep from the heart, or in some Daylight Savings Time. By now you water comes up out of the ground at up around you at Norris. You may John Mayer, and many others. cases, bubbles up from his whimsical are probably get- not know WHY it feels so good, but On Saturday, March 18th, sense of irony. Lang’s selection of ting used to that they do! singer/songwriter Cole Thorne covers ranges from early country missing hour of Cole Thorne While you’re enjoying your soak, takes the Poolside Stage. The blues to the full gambit of contem- sleep. Here’s a order a meal from their recently ukulele/guitar player’s music pro- porary classics. He plays music in a suggestion to help updated menu featuring local and vides a happy, laid back environment wide variety of styles. Some of his reset your body organic greens, sustainable meats, with a hint of reggae and vocals that biggest influences include Muddy — go soak your and weekly specials — all served are soulful and bluesy. Waters, Woody Guthrie, Bruce bones in the natu- poolside. The No LoOse Dogs Rounding out the first weekend Springsteen, Eddie Vedder, Huddie ral mineral rich Saloon serves popular libations for on Sunday, March 19th is Mathias. (Ledbelly) Ledbetter, Townes Van hot springs at every member of the family, includ- Bozeman-based singer/songwriter Zandt, John Lee Hooker, Tom Norris Hot ing an impressive selection of micro- Mathias has been playing music Waits, Greg Brown, and Josh Ritter. Springs. brews and wine. under the big sky of Montana for The final day of the month, Montana’s Every Friday, Saturday, and nearly two decades now. With pow- Friday, March 31st, brings a crowd only wooden Sunday at 7pm, Norris presents the erful vocals and a percussive guitar favorite back to Norris — Dan pool, Norris Hot finest in local acoustic music. Mid- style, he is known for his dynamic Dubuque. Dan plays a Springs offers so March gets underway on Friday, live performances. He’s spent several Weissenborn lap slide guitar as a much more than March 17th with Lane Norberg. months every year performing night- percussive instrument, as well as a just hot water. Lane is a singer/songwriter from ly for international audiences in rhythm and lead instrument. The The water of the Bozeman. His music is heavily Thailand. He return to Southeast son of a Native Aymara Indian from Gods has been a inspired by faith, love, and all of Asia in 2013, this time playing in a Bolivia and a white American from historic stop in life’s ups and downs. Many of the wide range of locales, from the Montana, he brings a passion for all the Madison lyrics to his songs are easy to listen megacities of Hong Kong and Jakarta styles of music. Valley, with to, and often involve elements from to the quaint backpacker haunts of Saturday, April 1st brings records of use dating back well 120 degrees, those must have been his own life. In his own words, “I Chiang Mai and Siem Reap. Heather Lingle to the Poolside before gold miners were populating some short soaks. believe that music is a unique way to The following weekend kicks off Stage. Heather is a Montana-based Norris. There used to be a train These days, a system is in place express the kinds of things we all go with a departure for Norris. Come singer/songwriter. Her debut radio from Bozeman that carried well to manage the temperature of the through every day. I want my music for a visit on Friday, March 24th for release “Last Call on Love” heeled folks to the Hot Springs so water and is adjustable to insure to be relatable to people, because I a performance by Juan Soria. Juan appeared in the top 40 on New Music they could enjoy a soak in historic your soak is just right no matter the think you can really communicate will be playing a mix of original Weekly’s National Country chart in bathing costumes. And years before number on the thermometer! Ask a an idea through song if your lyrics songs from his album Erase Una Vez 2012. She fronts a band comprised there was a fir-lined pool, local staff member to tell you about the are believable and authentic.” Artists and cover tunes on his second visit of a lead guitar player and upright to Norris. Songs will be performed string bassist both of whom spent a in English and Spanish. considerable amount of time playing On Saturday, March 25th, enjoy professionally in Nashville. Heather Tom Georges. Tom has been play- calls her music “MonTexas ing in the Rocky Mountain states for Americana.” many years, opening for Poco, Hank Rounding up the weekend on Williams Jr., and the Nitty Gritty Sunday, April 2nd is Tom Dirt Band, among others. He and Catmull. Tom has been writing, his wife Melissa recently released recording, performing, eating and their new album, Free Range Cactus. breathing music for about 15 years. Next up on Sunday, March 26th The style of his music usually lands is Lang Termes. Lang grew up somewhere between the blurred with a visual artist father and spent lines of country, country swing, pop summers touring with his puppeteer and folk. He’s a great performer. mother. He was surrounded by For more information on artists, musicians, writers, and per- operating hours, the menu, direc- formers of all description from the tions, or if you can’t wait to learn day he was born. He has been play- about the mineral content of the ing professionally most of his life. water, please check Lang’s vocal style ranges from mel- www.norrishotsprings.com low folk ballads to growling boogie or give the office a call at blues. His style of songwriting, both (406) 685-3303. •

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Take the chill off with Chico’s hot springs & live music Chico Hot Springs offers welcoming Nashville these days, but the real deal, old- covers tunes ranging from the Allman everything in between. accommodations, a natural hot springs to soak time honky-tonk country. Brothers and Three Dog Night, to Stone ALL Chico shows begin at 9pm unless oth- in, and live entertainment every weekend! Helena-based The Justin Case Band Temple Pilots and Pearl Jam. The band is erwise noted. Chico Hot Springs is the perfect Come kick up your feet— comprised of Mike Killeen (guitar), Luke location for your getaway...not too long of a and soak them too! Michelson (bass), and Jeremy Slead (drums). drive, but also just far enough away to leave Rock ‘n’ rollers Come check them out! your troubles behind. The historic resort is BlackWater will bring Strangeways will follow with a pair of located in the heart of Paradise Valley, just the noise on Friday and performances, Friday and Saturday, April 7th north of Yellowstone National Park and nes- Saturday, March 17th and and 8th. Strangeways is a rowdy, irreverent tled in the foothills of the breathtaking 18th—plus, Friday will power trio featuring Kevin Toll (guitar), Steve Absaroka Mountain Range. Chico offers an feature a festive St. Palmer (drums), and Jordan Jarosky (bass). extraordinary variety of accommodations, Patrick’s Day party to go Their home grown Livingston, MT sound is exceptional dining, outdoor adventures, live along with the great tunes. aptly referred to as “non-genre.” They fill the entertainment, and ultimate relaxation—all The rock ‘n’ roll variety night with electrified Americana (Electricana) with a warm smile and welcoming spirit from band will have you off sounds riddled with songs of outlaws, whiskey, their friendly staff. Chico Hot Springs is locat- your feet and on the and women. A great mix of original music ed in Pray, Montana, 20 miles south of dancefloor in no time at compliments their range of songs from Livingston. Come sip, soak, and swing! For all, so order a drink at the Johnny Cash to Bob Dylan, Prince to Husker more information, call (406) 333-4933 or visit bar and get that liquid du, Jimi Hendrix to Hank Williams III, and www.chicohotsprings.com/. • motivation flowing! Truck drivin’, heart breakin’ honky tonk coun- try group www.Twang is set for Friday and Headwaters Country Jam Saturday, March 24th and 25th. Southwest Montana’s “most country” announces 2017 lineup country western dance band offers up real coun- The wait is over! Headwaters The festival is held at the venue known as try music with a big fat dance groove. None of will perform on Friday and Saturday, March Country Jam has announced the full line- The Bridge, an area near Three Forks com- that smarmy, whiny stuff that comes out of 31st and April 1st. The 70s–90s rock band up for its 2017 festival, to be held June prised of 159 acres and is the final resting 15th–17th at The Bridge near Three Forks. ground for the historic Sappington Bridge that Neal McCoy, Lonestar, Steve Moakler, once spanned the Jefferson River. Sixty acres Tim Montana, The Cold Hard Cash are used for the state-certified campground, Show, Chad Bramlet, Morgan Myles, which holds 1,200 20x40 sites. Within the Evening espresso & acoustics Devon Worley Band, Sasha McVeigh, venue is a 12-acre arena where all the magic and Caroline Gray join headliners Chris happens. Live music from national and local Young, Randy Houser and Frankie acts plays all day and into the night. Lost an hour? Reset your body at Norris Hot Springs! with Wild Joe*s Ballard for the 2017 Jefferson County The three-day festival has brought in high festival. caliber stars including Eric Church, Wild Joe*s Coffeespot in Downtown modest contribution to the kitty will be divid- Tickets are on sale now and going quick! Montgomery Gentry, The Charlie Daniels Bozeman is a great place for a caffeine fix, ed by participating musicians at the end of Secure your spot with weekend general Band, Eli Young Band, Dustin Lynch, Tracy but it also doubles as a live music venue for the night. The more people who come, the admission tickets starting at $125. A limited Lawrence, Trace Adkins, Clint Black, Sammy local artists and those passing through our more money in the pot. number of packages for Headwaters Country Kershaw, not-so-little mountain town. Here’s a look at Edis Kittrell is set for a performance on Jam are still available, but will sell out The Bellamy Brothers, Pat Green, Blackhawk, what’s coming up. Friday, March 24th from 6–8pm. This is a quickly! Buy yours now at Lonestar, Colin Raye, Emerson Drive, John free show. Ty Alex & The Happy Little www.HeadwatersCountryJam.com- Anderson, Joe Diffie, Mark Chesnutt, Mark Edis’ unique brand of folky, bluesy tunes Accidents and Django Soulo will perform /Tickets. Wills, Deana Carter, Little Texas, and on Wednesday, March 15th from 6–8pm. has moved and entertained audiences in the Headwaters Country Jam was created to many more. This is a free show. Bozeman valley for many years now. She per- bring live country music in a festival atmos- Besides the live music, festival-goers can For the last several years, Tommy forms at various venues and functions in solo, phere to Montana and the Northwest. The fes- enjoy horseshoe tournaments, dance contests, Alexander has been largely considered a low- duo, and trio acts, as well as with her band tival was conceived in late 2007, and the first mechanical bull riding, as well as food and key sounding, acoustic wielding singer/song- Edis and the Incredibles. Her primary instru- Jam was held in June of 2008. merchandise vendors. • writer after the likes of John Prine. His ment are her powerful and heartfelt vocals. Oregon-based band Ty Alex formed in She also plays six and twelve-string guitar, Portland in 2016. The group consists of four and five-string bass, ukulele, and percus- Alexander, bassist Ian Wade, guitar shred- sion. Joining her at Wild Joe*s will be Cliff der Adam Witkowski, and drummer, aka beat DeManty on keyboard and backup vocals. man, Django Koenig. Alexander released his Colorado artist Sky Choice will visit the Much music at Bozeman’s first LP, Old News in March of 2016. Coffeespot with a solo show on Saturday, Dave Hollier of King Ropes will return March 25th from 6–8pm. This is a free per- Legion downtown to Wild Joe*s for a Friday night show on formance. March 17th from 6–8pm. This is a free per- Sky Choice picked up the guitar in 2008 The American Legion in Downtown mation about the American Legion, call (406) formance. and has been songwriting ever since. Aiming Bozeman is a great place to relax with friends 586-8400 or visit their Facebook page. Come Dave Hollier’s band King Ropes has been to rejuvenate the definition of “singer/song- and a cold one any day of the week. They also down and support your local American gathering critical praise for their album DIRT writer” his originals are lyric-driven. His host area-favorite bands on the weekends, just Legion! As always, all profits go back into the (self-released, Jan 2017). Between preparing sound is influenced by Passenger, Bob Dylan, in case you’re not feeling like laying low. community. • for touring with the band and working on a John Mayer, Damien Rice, and the current Check out Cool McCool & the Spies new record, Hollier has been lining up local song playing through his car stereo. At age on Friday and Saturday, March 17th and shows with friends coming through town and 23, Sky has recorded two full length albums, 18th. They are a rhythm and blues band Young and Tempest / Timberline. from Livingston comprised of David Wild Joe*s Coffeespot is located Sullivan (guitar), Matt McCool (vocals, in the heart of historic Downtown harp), Bruce Little (drums), John Morford Bozeman. The “Wild” in the name (bass), Matt Ridgeway (keyboards), and refers to Montana’s abundant Joseph Erickson (sound). wildlife, endless wilderness, and the Strangeways are set for Friday and wildness of heart that draws people Saturday, March 24th and 25th. to this rugged part of the country. Strangeways is a rowdy, irreverent power Wild Joe*s identifies as an old school trio featuring Kevin Toll (guitar), Steve coffee house, its space inspired by Palmer (drums), and Jordan Jarosky (bass). the Beatnik-era cafes of New York’s Their home grown Livingston, MT sound Greenwich Village and San is aptly referred to as “non-genre.” They fill Francisco’s North Beach. People the night with electrified Americana come to read, meet face-to-face, lis- (Electricana) sounds riddled with songs of ten to music, share the family-style outlaws, whiskey, and women. A great mix tables, or talk politics. Step inside of original music compliments their range and you’ll find a representative of songs from Johnny Cash to Bob Dylan, cross-section of the folks who make Prince to Husker du, Jimi Hendrix to Hank up this extraordinary town. Williams III, and everything in between. Wild Joe*s is also one of Bozeman’s Exit 288 will take the stage with per- most popular spots for eclectic live formances on Friday and Saturday, March music. Wild Joe*s is located at 18 W. 31st and April 1st. The high energy musical Main St. Learn more about these group performs anything from classic Ty Alex & The Happy Little Accidents and other upcoming events at through contemporary rock, blues, and www.wildjoescoffee.com/. • country. The band connects with the audi- ence and creates a fun and exciting atmos- other local musicians. At Wild phere. Their music is carefully selected to Joe*s, he’ll play a couple sets of get people involved in the party and to keep his original material, mixing in a the dance floor hopping! few unlikely covers. He’ll be Dynamic trio Cosmic Noise will be joined by Dalton Brink and on hand Friday and Saturday, April 7th and Yogesh Simpson. 8th. The group blends rock, country, blues, The next Open Mic Night and jazz, offering up tunes anyone can is set for Saturday, March 18th groove to. Come check them out! from 5–7pm. There is a $3 entry ALL Legion live music begins at 9pm fee for this event. Come for an unless otherwise noted. The Legion is open evening of music performed by every day at 11am with daily drink specials, local musicians. Bring your gui- Mikey’s Not So Famous BBQ upstairs, and tar, sitar, zither, or theremin and traditional pub food. Happy Hour runs take a turn up at the mic. Show every day from 4–6pm, then $2 drafts from Bozeman what you’re made of! 10pm–midnight. Lunch is served from Individual set lengths depend on 11am–2pm, Monday through Friday, with the number of musicians who dinner from 5–9pm on Friday evenings. want to play. Sign-ups start at The Legion hosts FREE pool on 4:30pm—first come, first served. Mondays, Trivia Tuesdays, and BINGO on Be sure to bring your friends and Dave Hollier Wednesdays from 7–9pm. For more infor- support live music in Bozeman! A

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Sac Bar brings the tunes to Three Forks The Sac Bar within the Sacajawea Hotel in music includes rock/pop and alternative with keep you on your feet until last call. Three Forks is a place to wine, dine, and enjoy a touch of country. Sacajawea favorites the Sugar some of Montana’s best live music. Hotel Sunrise Karaoke will get you in the Daddies will bring the music on Saturday, guests, locals, and people from all around are mood to shut up and sing on Friday, March April 1st. This Montana-based trio was welcome head out and enjoy everything the 24th. Come sing your heart out and maybe founded in early 2012 and consists of Sac has to offer. Here’s a look at some of the even do the Cupid Shuffle between songs. Richard Riesser (guitar, vocals), Oscar upcoming music! Liquid confidence available upon request. Dominguez (keyboards, bass and vocals), Happy St. Paddy’s! Helena-based Exit 288 will take the stage with a per- and Ron Craighead (drums, vocals). CatSkills are set for a lively performance on formance on Saturday, March 25th. The high Between the three, there is a vast amount of Friday, March 17th. Listeners and dancers energy musical group performs anything from experience, professionalism and talent with enjoy this diverse trio’s style, playing a wide classic through contemporary rock, blues, and its basis in Nashville, New York, Las Vegas variety of classic rock, country, and more. country. The band connects with the audience and San Francisco. Since its inception, the CatSkills formed in mid-2016 by three musical and creates a fun and exciting atmosphere. band has been successfully performing in friends — Bruce Craig, Ken Nelson, and Allan Their music is carefully selected to get people various venues throughout Southwestern Langdon. involved in the party and to keep the dance Montana. The main attribute for this suc- Tucker Down is set for Saturday, March floor hopping! cess lies in the bands ability to be as versa- 18th. Also from Helena and sharing some of Country rockers Bluebelly Junction will tile as it possibly can, thus enabling it to its members with CatSkills, Tucker Down is a provide the danceable entertainment on adjust their set list at any given time to rock band featuring Shaun Anderson (lead Friday, March 31st. Formed in early 2013, the adapt to any particular venue. While the vocals, bass guitar), Bruce Craig (vocal har- band has been providing audiences with what gist of their material is popular rock and monies, lead guitar), Ken Nelson (vocal har- they consider “rockabilly music” all over the roll, country, oldies, R&B and blues, they monies, keyboard & guitar), and Ron White state of Montana. The high-energy band also have an extensive arsenal of original (lead vocals, drums). The guys are very well tends to veer away from slow jams, other than songs, all of which are palatable, as well as an ALL Sac Bar music begins at 9pm unless experienced at a high level, and all share a the occasional tune. With an arsenal of origi- array of lesser-known but still great songs by otherwise noted. The Sacajawea Hotel is passion for great music. Their selection of nals and personalized covers, the guys will both obscure and well-known artists/songwrit- located at 5 N. Main in Three Forks. For more ers. Their main focus is variety, and they half- information about these events, visit jokingly have a motto of “No request left www.sacajaweahotel.com/ or call (406) 285-6515. • Kitchen Dwellers are live from behind.” Livingston An American Forrest to perform at Murray, Bacchus moniker “An American Forrest,” a nod to Whitman and Mark Twain. Forrest toured inter- mittently in support of Salvation Rose, opening for John Craigie and BJ Barham, and getting cov- ered by fellow Northwest songwriter Bart Budwig. Settling into the sparsely- populated Wallowa Country of Northeastern Oregon, Forrest began his Pine Creek Lodge will present The such as Railroad Earth, Greensky Bluegrass, first full-length, Rosas y Kitchen Dwellers on Friday, April 7th at The Infamous Stringdusters, and Twiddle. In Mesteños, a tribute to horses 7:30pm. The group is promoting their new recent years the band has begun to tour Forrest VanTuyl and the subtle heroism of album Ghost In The Bottle, to be released April nationally, hitting notable venues and festivals western women. 21st. Tickets to this show are $15 in advance around the country including The Brooklyn Oregon-based singer/songwriter An “I learned a lot from and $20 at the door. Only 100 tickets avail- Bowl, The Fox Theatre, Delfest, Telluride American Forrest will bring his brand of Cass (his partner, to whom the album is dedi- able, so get yours early! Bluegrass Festival, Northwest String Summit, Western folk to our corner of Southwest cated), not only about horsemanship, but also Montana-bred bluegrass outfit The and The Frendly Gathering. Montana with a pair of performances in early about how tough and wise and underappreci- Kitchen Dwellers are captivating fans across Please visit www.pinecreeklodgemon- April. Check out this one man show on ated women have been — learning stories of the country with their high-energy live per- tana.com/ for ticketing information, to Monday, April 3rd at the Murray Bar in Bonnie McCarroll (saddle bronc rider), formances and unique approach to traditional reserve your cabin, and learn more about Livingston beginning at 5pm. He’ll follow that Zitkala-Sa (Dakota Sioux writer and activist), music that fans have dubbed “Galaxy Grass.” other upcoming events! Pine Creek Lodge is up with a performance at Bozeman’s Bacchus and Annie Oakley (sharpshooter and all- Formed in 2010 while attending college at located at 2496 E. River Rd., just outside of Pub on Wednesday, April 5th at 9pm. Listen around badass). Then watchin’ Cass ride Montana State, the group has burst onto the Livingston. Call (406) 222-3628 for further to some of his music in advance by visiting broncs in the Yellowstone Rodeo, it was hard bluegrass scene sharing the stage with acts information. • www.americanforrest.bandcamp.com. not to be inspired.” The Douglas firs of Western Washington The album is framed like a Clint Eastwood once reached heights greater than the red- revisionist Western, set in a surreal borderland woods of California. They came down around in the shadow of Manifest Destiny. “Our the turn of the 20th century to make way for horses balked like the blood we bought this homesteads and the port cities of Seattle and land with never finished dryin’,” Forrest sings Olympia. Forrest “An American Forrest” in ‘Untitled w/Bluebells.’ The album, record- VanTuyl was born here, hemmed in by the ed live to tape in the hundred-year-old OK dense second-growth, and became a vagabond Theatre in Enterprise, OR, has its biggest fans as soon as he got out. Forrest crossed the in Forrest’s songwriting colleagues, from John United States and Europe multiple times, Craigie to Mike Midlo. working on farms, hitching rides, sleeping on Forrest currently tours between jobs, pack- floors, and writing as fast the miles rolled by. ing hunters and backpackers into the Eagle His first EP, 2013’s Salvation Rose, is a prod- Cap and Hells Canyon Wilderness where he’s uct of that chaotic, Kerouac-meets-Whitman logged over 500 miles horseback — most of it lifestyle. “Boldly sung poetry takes on every with his guitar along for the ride. “I top- color of the roots/country spectrum, from packed it on a kinda bronc-y mustang filly Appalachian arrangements to Pacific once, and she smashed into a tree and busted Northwestern sweetness and a pinch of off a tuner, so now it goes on the mule.” His Southern grit,” Seattle’s CityArts Magazine current “High Country Tour” will be taking called it. The first EP saw Forrest take the him from the Arizona-Mexico border to Montana and back home to Oregon. •

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Bridger Bowl wraps up season with slopeside recreation The season is coming to a close imum length of 5 minutes, judged for citizen racers of all ages and day, four-night vacation with airfare Chalet. Ashly Jane Holland will also at Bridger Bowl, but the ski hill isn’t on storyline, creativity, soundtrack, boards — alpine skis, tele skis, or and excursions for two adults. perform on Friday, from 3–5:30 in quite ready to wrap things up! editing, and overall impression. snowboards. Compete against your Bridger’s Bobcat Ski Day is set Jim Bridger Lodge. Here’s a look at some of the remain- Winners will receive cash prizes, fan- friends! Take one run on the blue for Friday, March 24th. On this spe- Bridger Bowl and the Gallatin ing events for those skiing the cold tastic door prizes, and entry into the course and one run on the red cial discount day, carpools of three Valley Food Bank team up annually smoke — and anyone else who grand prize drawing. Beer Promo by course. Best of two timed runs. or more qualify for $25 lift tickets. to collect food to feed local residents wants in! Neptune Brewing and The Front Limited to 100 competitors. Bridger Bowl donates $5 of every with Carve Out Hunger. A whop- This event is for skiers and snow- ping 6,608 boarders of all ages and costs $15 pounds of for all competitors. Prior to race day, food were fill out registration form and pay at donated in Ski & Bag Check. Race day registra- 2016! The tion will be held in Jim Bridger fifth annual Lodge from 8:30–10am. If under event takes the age of 18, signature of a parent place or legal guardian is required. Saturday, Also on March 19th — a March 25th Hawaiian-themed Grand Prize from Drawing Party will take place in 8am–2pm Jim Bridger Lodge featuring live outside Saddle music from Bozeman favorites Peak Lodge. Tsunami Funk from 3–6pm. The For every 15 drawing is set for 4:30pm and ticket sold to the MSU Bobcat cans or 15 pounds of bulk (nonper- entrants must be present to win. Alpine Ski Team. Plus, get in on $10 ishable) food, donors receive one Mountain Dew, Courtyard Marriott GS Races and face off with an voucher good for a $25 lift ticket Oahu NorthShore Resort, and MSU Bobcat Alpine Team member! and one entry to win a 2017-18 Bridger will host a Public Brewing will be offered during this Bridger Bowl teamed up on this sea- Carpooling Season Pass Holders will Bridger Bowl Adult Season Pass. Screening of its Point and Chute screening event. Come check out the son’s grand prize — a trip to receive a 15% discount on food with All good things must come to an video competition on Saturday, creativity of your winter-loving Hawaii! Those who participated in voucher. end. Bridger Bowl’s projected March 18th in Jim Bridger Lodge at friends and neighbors! Bridger Bowl’s Community Event Bobcat Ski Day will feature an closing day is Sunday, April 2nd. 4:30pm. This film competition is The Spring Equinox Dual GS Series (CES) during the 2016-17 MSU alumni gathering and live For further details or to register pre-juried, the screening to include is set for Sunday, March 19th. This winter season were automatically music by Sharon Iltis during lunch for these and other events, visit the top seven films. Each has a max- Dual Giant Slalom Race is designed entered for a chance to win a four- (from 12–2:30pm) in Deer Park www.bridgerbowl.com/. •

F3T Fly Fishing Film Tour returns with Big Sky showings The 2017 Fly yarns amongst friends, and is a locally-led nonprofit 501 (c)(3) Fishing Film dream about casts still watershed group headquartered Tour returns to unmade. along the famous Gallatin River in Southwest 2017 marks The F3T’s Big Sky, Montana. The Task Force Montana with 11th annual adventure. This is governed by a board of commu- two showings at year’s lineup of films is the nity members representing a wide Big Sky’s Lone finest yet. From Siberia to variety of stakeholders including: Peak Cinema on Idaho, Mexico, Florida, homeowners, recreation business Wednesday, Kamchatka, Alaska, owners, teachers, and local water March 22nd at Montana and more, the resource managers. Learn about 5pm and 8pm. notable characters, unique how the Gallatin River Task Force Calling fishy folk ing prizes! Doors open at 4:30pm. waterways worldwide. With a party storylines and unparalleled is maintaining a healthy Gallatin of all ages to soak up the original Reserve your seats for either show- atmosphere, audience giveaways, fishing in these films will lead you River Watershed for future and preeminent exhibition of fly ing now at and valuable coupons, each screen- on an adventure around the globe! generations at www.gallatin- fishing cinema. These showings will www.flyfilmtour.com/. ing is a celebration of the sport. The Gallatin River Task Force rivertaskforce.org/. • be free with a suggested $15 dona- Traveling through the U.S. and The F3T is a one of a kind experi- tion in benefit of the Gallatin River Canada each year, the Fly Fishing ence. Each year, folks of all ages Task Force. The evening will fea- Film Tour (the F3T) features gather at premieres to soak up films ture a great raffle with some amaz- incredible never-seen footage from from around the world, spin a few Lady ‘Cats get their dancing shoes on

By Danny Waldo the final frame, where Montana For the first time in 24 years, State would outscore the Bengals the Montana State Bobcats 24-17 to earn their first trip to the women’s basketball team will be NCAA tournament since 1993. dancing in the NCAA “We’re a team that just goes and tournament. goes and goes,” Ferris said. “I was Montana State earned the right unaware of that. We just have the to represent the Big Sky same mentality throughout the Conference after winning the game that we’re going to be league championship in Reno, aggressive and go out there and NV on March 11th, avenging an play to win.” early exit in 2016 by defeating Next up for the Bobcats will be Idaho State 62-56. Last season, awaiting their seeding and learn- Montana State entered the con- ing who their opening-round ference tournament as the opponent will be in the tourna- league’s No. 1 seed, only to be ment. ESPN prognosticators have bounced by Idaho State in their Montana State as a 14-seed, first game on a last-second three- heading West to take on the point prayer. University of Washington, a pro- The Lady ‘Cats once again jected 3-seed, in Seattle. “The earned the No. 1 seed for the biggest thing is we took care of league tournament after sharing what we can control and the the regular-season championship selection group will have to make with North Dakota, but this their decisions,” said Binford, time, Montana State was able to whose first tournament title came avoid being upset by a game in her third final. “We’re excited Weber State squad in their open- about Monday (March 13); we’re ing contest, and knocking down going to be fired up for whoever it the deciding basket in the final is. I do think the consistency this seconds of their semi-final victo- group has shown all year has ry over Eastern Washington. helped them earn a very good In the final, MSU displayed the RPI, and hopefully to get them a resiliency they have possessed all decent seed.” season long. Idaho State jumped Regardless of who the Lady out to a quick lead, but the ‘Cats ‘Cats draw or where they play, began chipping away behind the you can bet Binford and Co. will leadership of seniors Peyton be ready to go, looking to contin- Ferris and Riley Nordgaard, tak- ue their historic season. ing a 32-28 lead into halftime. To learn who Montana State Idaho State would not go away, will be playing in their opening however, battling back in the –round game, log on to third to take a 1-point lead into www.msubobcats.com. Page 2d • The endZone • March 15, 2017 March 15, 2017 • The endZone • Page 3d

Hawk Boys and Girls come Support our vets, local nonprofits up short in title bids with April 5k By Danny Waldo Tarabochia, both of whom will con- The 5th Annual Sweat for the both local charities that work to sup- Through the experience of fly Both the Bozeman Hawk boys tinue their careers at the collegiate Vets 5k is set for Saturday, April 8th port veterans in our community. The fishing in Montana, Warriors and and girls basketball programs came level, but key contributors Alex beginning at 10am in Lindley Park. springtime race will also feature Quiet Waters Foundation (WQW) is into the season with question marks Carey and Ayla Embry will be back a catalyst for positive change in the at a number of spots following the to anchor an inexperienced squad in lives of post-9/11 combat veterans. graduation and defection of key 2018. WQW brings these veterans to players off of last season’s state Boys Southwest Montana for a six-day championship (Girls) and runner-up The Bozeman boys began state program of fly fishing and thera- (Boys) finishes from a year ago. But, tournament play with a workman- peutic recreation. The program pro- by the time the 2017 state tourna- like victory over Kalispell-Flathead, vides transportation, accommoda- ment kicked off in Great Falls earlier pulling away late, 73-60, to set up a tions, home-cooked meals, and a this month, expectations had been semi-final date with hometown complete fly fishing outfit for war- raised thanks to both squads secur- favorite Great Falls High. riors to keep, all at no cost to the ing the No. 1 seed in the east head- Bozeman was the recipient of warrior. Learn more at www.war- ing into the tournament. some good fortune in hanging on in riorsandquietwaters.org. However, thanks to inept offens- the semi-final victory, surviving a The Station Foundation’s mission es, both squads came up short in point-blanked missed layup by the is to assist the warriors of Special their bids to earn state titles, with Bison with under 10 seconds to play Operations Forces as they translate the girls finishing fourth and the that the Hawks converted into a high performance and an elite level boys repeating as runner-up. game-winning basket with 4 seconds of excellence experienced in combat Girls remaining. But not before Great into their homes, marriages, rela- The girls got things started on Falls missed an on-target game-win- tionships, and personal lives. The the right foot, earning a hard-fought ning 3-point shot that bounded Station aims to strengthen and opening-round victory over a game harmlessly off the rim as time enhance the families of Special Kalispell-Glacier squad, 51-47. A expired. Operations with applications that poor shooting performance in the In the finals, Bozeman ran into a All profits from this event will direct- snacks, prizes, and lots of really promote resiliency before, during, semi-finals did the Lady Hawks in, team of destiny in the Kalispell- ly benefit Warriors and Quiet great people! Register now at and after combat. Learn more at losing to eventual state champion Glacier Wolfpack, a team seeking its Waters and The Station foundations, www.racemontana.com. thestationfoundation.org. • Helena High, 45-43, a game in first state title in school history. which Bozeman trailed 22-8 after Glacier controlled the tempo and one quarter. The Hawks spent the the score for the majority of the title remainder of the game chasing the bout, although the teams were tied Bengals, eventually taking the lead at 24 at the half. However, an 11-0 Harlem Globetrotters return to Bozeman late, but unable to make the key bas- run in the third quarter gave Glacier ket in the waning moments and control once again. being relegated to loser-out play. Things got interesting in the final after Guinness World Record wins The Lady Hawks got off to a period thanks to some lack of com- As The Harlem World Records title holder? We can’t with one-of-a-kind family entertain- slow start once again in Saturday posure on Glacier’s part. Standout Globetrotters prepare to bring wait to put smiles on people’s faces ment and great basketball skills for morning action to Billings West, but post Jaxen Hashley was called for a their 2017 they were able to turn up the charge and subsequent technical World Tour to defense in the middle quarters, hold- foul, meaning his evening was over. the Brick ing the Bears to a total of 8 points in Following a pair of free throws by Breeden the 2nd and 3rd periods before Bailey Harlin that cut the Wolfpack Fieldhouse in holding down the stretch to reach lead to 39-38, Bozeman was unable Bozeman on the consolation final. to get over the hump. Bozeman Friday, April In the consolation final versus missed a possible game-winning 3- 28th at 7pm, Billings Senior, Bozeman fell behind pointer with 6 seconds to go, and the iconic team early yet again, battled back to take Glacier got a pair of game-sealing took a timeout a 1-point lead early in the fourth free throws to earn their first title, for Guinness quarter, and faded late following a 46-42. World Records pair of back-to-back 3-pointers by Bozeman will graduate 8 seniors, Day. Only one Senior to finish fourth. “At the including their entire starting five, year after setting beginning of the season I didn’t meaning head coach Wes Holmquist seven official know what to expect,” the coach will have even more questions to Guinness World admitted. “I keep saying that I’m so answer coming into 2018. Part-time Records titles, proud of this team.” starter Mack Anderson will return to the Globetrotters broke a single-day as we demonstrate our skills and tal- the past 90 years. Throughout their Bozeman will have even more anchor an extremely inexperienced total of nine records this year, ents on the upcoming world tour.” history, the Original Harlem questions to answer next season fol- crew next season. including the longest basketball Among the nine Guinness World Globetrotters have showcased their lowing the graduation of six seniors, Danny Waldo is a local freelance writer, hook-shot. Records titles which were set by the iconic talents in 122 countries and including leading scorer Riana covering Bozeman Hawk and Montana The records were broken at the Globetrotters, four of them territories on six continents, often Rogers and all-around player Amber State Bobcat athletics. • AT&T Center, home of the San reclaimed records that were original- breaking down cultural and societal Antonio Spurs, during the 12th ly held by the team and then broken barriers while providing fans with annual Guinness World Records by Dude Perfect. The Globetrotters their first-ever basketball experience. Day, a global celebration of record reclaimed the records of longest bas- Proud inductees of the Naismith breaking launched to celebrate the ketball hook shot, longest basketball Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, day the Guinness World Records book shot blindfolded, most basketball 3- the Globetrotters have entertained sold its 100 millionth copy. Since pointers made by a pair in one hundreds of millions of fans — 2000, the Globetrotters now own minute, and longest blindfolded bas- among them popes, kings, queens, 15 current Guinness World ketball hook shot. and presidents — over nine thrilling Records. The Globetrotters tipped off decades. Sponsored by Baden “We are the original trick shot their 2017 World Tour in December Sports, Harlem Globetrotters artists, so it is great to reclaim our and will play in over 250 North International, Inc. is a wholly-owned records and reestablish our domi- American markets, as well as 30 subsidiary of Herschend Enterprises, nance,” said Harlem Globetrotters countries worldwide. Tickets to the the largest family-owned themed star Big Easy Lofton. “We have see the Globetrotters in Bozeman entertainment company in the U.S. been training hard so to have a start at $26.50 and are officially on For the latest news and information day where we push the limits and sale now at www.ticketswest.com about the Harlem Globetrotters, try some fun yet challenging shots, or the Fieldhouse box office. visit www.harlemglobe- is pretty cool. I mean, how many The Harlem Globetrotters are trotters.com and follow them on people can say they’re a Guinness legendary worldwide, synonymous Twitter, @Globies. •

Teen Skate Party comes to The Haynes Pavilion Bozeman Amateur Hockey skate guards to make the event Haynes Pavilion available to the Association (BAHA) is set to host fun AND safe. public for recreational skating and a Teen Skate Party at the For more than 20 years, the events. Whether your or your Rink on Saturday, April 1st at Bozeman Amateur Hockey child’s skating skills fall at complete Haynes Pavilion from 7–10pm. Association has been providing novice or seasoned expert, chances Designed for kids ages 11–15 quality, affordable youth and adult are BAHA has a recreational or only, this event will feature a live hockey programs to the community competitive league to fit that skill DJ spinning the best beats, and of Bozeman and beyond. Formed level. BAHA is a nonprofit service lights — because a dance party in the mid-1980s by a handful of organization whose mission is to isn’t a dance party without disco die-hard hockey enthusiasts, BAHA provide facilities and programs for party lights! A $10 admission has grown to more than 700 mem- the development of quality, includes skate rental. The conces- bers. BAHA offers a variety of affordable, and disciplined sion room at the rink will be hockey programs for all levels of competitive and recreational open, and BAHA will experience, in addition to making hockey. Learn more at provide security and on-ice Bozeman’s indoor ice rink at www.bozemanhockey.org/. •

MSU to offer personal trainer certification workshop From MSU News Service NETA, a non-profit fitness profes- a personal trainer certification Montana State University and sional association, are co-sponsoring workshop in April. The two-day workshop runs from 8am–5pm, Saturday, April 1st, and from 8am– 4pm, Sunday, April 2nd, at MSU’s Hosaeus Fitness Center. It is open to the general public. The workshop will include demonstrations and practical application of one-on-one training. It will also include an exercise science review, infor- mation on communication skills, exercise programming, health assessments, and more. A written exam and two-year certificate are included. The course is accredited by the NCCA and is offered through the National Exercise Trainers Association, or NETA. Cost is $449. To register, call (800) 237-6242 or visit www.netafit.org. • page 2D • Volume 24, Number 6 - March 15, 2017 • The BoZone Entertainment Calendar • www.BoZone.com • 406-586-6730 ––– Tell ’em, “I Saw It In The BoZone!” March 15, 2017 • The endZone • Page 3d

Hit the hill for Big Sky Resort’s final winter ‘17 events Spring may be on the horizon, boarders of all ages and skill levels throw down their best tricks. Come ing action! Remember, the only thing better but that doesn’t mean the slopeside will be coming from near and far to check out this weekend of high fly- The Wild Card Rail Jam will kick than watching people skim across fun at Big Sky Resort has off the event on Friday evening. This this homemade pond is being one of to come to an end is a night rail jam lighting up the those skimmers! just yet! Swifty 2.0 Terrain Park at the base Discounted lodging rates are The third annual of the mountain for this winter’s available during many of these Shedhorn Ski Mo only nighttime event at Big Sky events. Call Big Sky Central returns to Big Sky Resort Resort. The Montana Championship Reservations (800) 548-4486 and on Saturday, March 18th. Slopestyle will follow on Saturday, tak- mention the event name for further This is a technical ski ing over the Terrain Park. rate details. mountaineering race and Champions will be crowned! Find Sadly, the ski and snowboard sea- is designed to test multi- competitor registration information son must end. Big Sky Resort’s ple skill sets in moun- at www.smokingacestour.com/. Winter Closing Day is set for taineering, skiing, and It’s back! Pond Skim 2017 Sunday, April 16th, weather endurance. This event is returns to Big Sky on Saturday, April permitting. around 16–18 miles, and 15th at 2pm on the Ambush Established in 1973, Big Sky has a 8,600’–9,500’ eleva- Headwall. This locally famous end- Resort is the “Biggest Skiing in tion gain. of-season event allows participants to America” with 5,800 acres offering The 2017 Smokin’ ski over ponds of water while enthu- an average of two acres per skier Aces Tour is set for siastic onlookers cheer on costume- and 4,350 vertical drop. Visit Friday and Saturday, clad riders! Registration takes place www.bigskyresort.com/ for March 24th and 25th. Big at 10am in front of Basecamp, locat- more information about these and Sky Resort is proud to ed in the Big Sky Resort Plaza. other upcoming events. • bring you the best slope style tour in the Northern Rockies. Skiers and snow- Big Sky Resort at sunset – Photo by Eric Moreno

Future looking bright for Fish and co. By Danny Waldo team’s top scorer, and MSU will wel- However, the Bobcats finished While the sting of their unex- come the addition of Konner Frey, the season on a two-game losing pected early-round loss to Southern an all-league selection at Utah Valley streak, falling in triple overtime to a Utah in the conference tournament who was forced to redshirt this past Southern Utah team that had just has not worn off, optimism sur- season due to NCAA transfer rules. five wins coming into the conference rounds the Montana State men’s tournament, so clearly there is basketball program. work left to do. MSU loses just Head coach Brian Fish clearly lone senior Quinton Everett, has to program headed in the right but welcomes that addition of direction following a season where two highly regarded incoming MSU entered the year with low freshman in Isaac Bonton and expectations from around the league Luke Schultz. While Bonton is only to earn a three-way tie for third another prolific scorer in the place entering the postseason. A sea- mold of current Bobcat Tyler son full of highlights included the Hall, Schultz could be the miss- Big Sky Pond Skim – Photo by Michel Tallichet ‘Cats first victory over rival Montana ing big man MSU has desper- after suffering 13 straight defeats, ately needed in recent seasons. and MSU selling out Brick Breeden Schultz, a 6-11 230 pound Fieldhouse for the first time in over a post from Fredricksburg, Texas decade. On the season, attendance earned First Team All-Class 3A ‘Cats host Spring Rodeo at at home contests was way up. and District Player of the Year Montana State also made a bit of as a junior after averaging 17.7 history thanks to the dynamic play points and 13.8 rebounds, and Fieldhouse of a pair of underclassmen in Tyler his best basketball could be Montana State University’s 2017 Bobcat Rodeo is one of the great Hall and Harald Frey. Hall earned ahead of him. “He’s definitely Bobcat Spring Rodeo will unfold storied programs in the history of First-Team All-Big Sky, becoming going to muscle up there in Thursday through Sunday, April the National Intercollegiate Rodeo the first sophomore to earn that Bozeman,” he said (Chris 6th–9th at Brick Breeden Association. In addition to almost 30 accolade for the ‘Cats since Jason Ramirez, high school coach). Head coach Brian Fish Fieldhouse. Come Support the years of hosting the College Erickson in 2002. Frey was named “He’ll get stronger and get bet- Bobcats as they battle against nine National Finals Rodeo, MSU Rodeo Freshman of the Year, making ter in every facet of the game.” other schools from Montana and teams have claimed 8 national team Montana State the only school in Montana State also improved in So, while the present may be Wyoming. This extended weekend of titles, 32 individual national champi- league history to have the top fresh- the win column as well, finishing 16- bleak following the early exit from rodeo events is sure to be fun for the onships, and a multitude of Big Sky man in back-to-back seasons after 16 overall and 11-7 in conference the conference tournament, the whole family! Visit www.mon- Regional crowns. Amid its 2016- Tyler Hall earned that distinction play, earning double-digit conference future is clearly looking bright for tana.edu/rodeo/springrodeo.h 2017 season, the MSU Rodeo team last season. wins for the first time since 2010. Montana State’s men’s basketball tml for complete schedule and consists of 55 members, including Devonte Klines came on in the Fish has improved in conference vic- program. detailed ticketing information. 29 men and 26 women — 38 of second half of the season, establish- tories in each of his three seasons, Danny Waldo is a local freelance writer, Tickets are available now at which are from right here in ing himself as the go-to defender improving from 4-13 in year 1, and covering Bozeman Hawk and Montana www.ticketswest.com or by call- Montana. The ‘Cats are coached by MSU needed to stop the opposing 9-8 last year. State Bobcat athletics. • ing (406) 994-CATS. MSU alumnus Andy Bolich. •

Mountaineers Conrad Anker & Jimmy Chin speak at MSU Tickets are on sale now for a lec- Athlete Team. ture at Montana State University by All proceeds from the evening legendary mountaineers Conrad benefit the Khumbu Climbing Anker and Jimmy Chin. Center (KCC) in Phortse, Nepal, a The world-famous mountaineer- center that trains Sherpas in tech- Teen Skate Party comes to ing team will speak about their suc- nical climbing, founded in 2003 cesses, challenges, and hardships at by The Alex Lowe Charitable The Haynes Pavilion 7:30pm, Monday, March 27th, in Foundation. The KCC’s mission is MSU’s SUB Ballrooms. A Q&A will to increase the safety margin of follow the lecture. All proceeds from Nepali climbers and high altitude tickets sale will benefit the Khumbu workers by encouraging responsi- Climbing Center, a center that trains ble climbing practices in a sup- Sherpas in Nepal. portive community-based pro- “We are ecstatic to have two gram. Nearly 1,000 Nepali men world-renowned mountaineers — and women have attended the both featured in National Geographic KCC. The permanent residence and Outside magazines — share their provides technical climbing gear, stories, including the tough stuff that educational materials, indoor and has made them leaders,” said outdoor training walls, year- Carmen McSpadden, director of round access for both Nepali and the MSU Leadership Institute, visiting climbers, and serves as a which is sponsoring the event. “To community center, library, and have both men under one roof is an medical clinic for Phortse. The incredible opportunity for our com- program has been operational for munity and best of all, the Khumbu 15 years and a permanent struc- Climbing Center benefits from every ture designed by students, faculty, ticket purchased.” and alumni from the MSU School With many first ascents and cre- of Architecture is nearing ation of new routes across the world completion. ranging from Antarctica to Alaska, Tickets are $10 for general Anker is a modern climbing legend. admission and $50 for VIP tickets, His third climb on Everest inspired a which includes reserved seating in documentary on the finding of the front rows, a post-lecture George Mallory, a British moun- dessert reception, and a photo taineer who disappeared during an opportunity with Anker and Chin. attempted first ascent of Everest in Tickets will be sold at 1924. Anker is currently the captain TicketsWest, the Bobcat Ticket of The North Face Athlete Team. A Office, Rosauers, and the AskUs resident of Bozeman, Anker serves Desk in the SUB. They can also on many boards in Gallatin County, be purchased by calling 994- including the MSU Leadership CATS (2287) or (800) 325-7328 Institute’s National Advisory board. and online at www.tick- Climbing, skiing, and surviving etswest.com. There is a han- with the best in the industry, Chin dling charge per ticket for those carries all of his own camera equip- ordered over the phone, online, or ment to document his adventures. at Rosauers. Doors will open He has filmed and photographed at 6:45pm. many breakthrough expeditions Anker and Chin’s appearance around the world. His photography is sponsored by the MSU has been featured on the cover of Leadership Institute, ASMSU, National Geographic magazine. Chin’s Office of the Provost, and the award-winning documentary Alex Lowe Charitable Foundation. “Meru,” which featured him, Anker, For more information, call the and Renan Ozturk and their MSU Leadership Institute at (406) attempt at a first ascent of the 994-7275 or visit www.mon- Shark’s Fin in Meru, India, won the tana.edu/leadership or Audience Award at Sundance. Chin www.facebook.com- is a veteran of The North Face /MSULeadershipInstitute. •

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MSU paleontologist unearths new species of ancient iguana-like lizard

A Montana State University funding from the National Science DeMar said. “But, in fact, we had years older than paleontologist is part of a team that Foundation that made it possible for two specimens, both from the same the next oldest discovered a new iguana-like lizard him to return to Egg Mountain and site at Egg Mountain in Montana.” specimen from that roamed the earth 75 million excavate. The paper, “A new Late North America. years ago, alongside dinosaurs such “We began excavating there in Cretaceous iguanomorph from It also provides as tyrannosaurs and bird-like 2010, continuing through 2016,” North America and the origin of a better picture troodons. Varricchio said. “This was the first New World Pleurodonta,” was pub- of the Egg David Varricchio, associate pro- concentrated effort at Egg Mountain lished Jan. 25 in Proceedings of the Mountain fessor of paleontology in MSU’s in 25 years. The lizard specimens Royal Society B. It details the find- ecosystem dur- Department of Earth Sciences in the were discovered during these new ings from the four-year study of ing that time.” College of Letters and Science, led excavation efforts.” Magnuviator ovimonsensis, including its Because the the expedition on Montana’s Egg Some lizard material had been appearance and the importance of specimens were Mountain that unearthed two nearly found at the site before, Varricchio the discovery. so well pre- complete fossils of a Late said, but nothing as remarkable as “It is not particularly distinctive; served, Cretaceous iguanomorph found in a the nearly complete and fully articu- it would look fairly unremarkable Varricchio said, nesting site. lated skeletons. next to modern lizards,” Varricchio the scientists Named Magnuviator ovimon- “In the field, we knew we had said. “For the time, though, it is a may be able to sensis, which means “mighty trav- some special specimens, as articulat- relatively big lizard at about eight answer a num- eler from Egg Mountain,” the speci- ed lizards are exceptionally rare in inches long. It’s somewhat chunky ber of questions mens are the oldest, most complete the Cretaceous,” he said. “But, it with a high number of small teeth about the iguanian fossils discovered in the wasn’t until Dave DeMar really and may have fed on insects.” lizard. Americas. examined the specimens that we Despite its non-distinctive “We can ask Former MSU paleontologist Jack knew it was a new species.” appearance, Varricchio said, the questions about Shown is an illustrated life reconstruction of Magnuviator Horner christened Egg Mountain, David DeMar, postdoctoral specimens provide new morphologi- ‘what it did for a ovimonsensis at Montana's Egg Mountain as it may which is located in the Two research associate in the University cal information that will help pale- living,’” he said. have appeared 75 million years ago. One Magnuviator Medicine Formation near Choteau, of Washington biology department ontologists determine some evolu- “From its preserva- eats a wasp. On the ground is a tooth from the bird-like after he and his crew discovered fos- and the Burke Museum of Natural tionary and biogeographic pathways. tion we suspect it dinosaur Troodon. The arid-adapted plant is based on sil eggs and clutches there beginning History and Culture, is lead author “For example, Magnuviator may have bur- fossil pollen found near Egg Mountain. in 1979. The fossils represented the of the discovery paper. belongs to the iguanomorphs, a rowed, and we will Artist rendering by Misaki Ouchida. first dinosaur eggs from North “It is incredibly rare to find one large group of lizards that includes be able to test this America. complete fossil skeleton from a rela- iguanas and horned lizards,” he said. given the near- through his important discoveries. In 2010, Varricchio received tively small creature like this lizard,” “The specimen is about 20 million complete skeleton we have. Very few “The Department of Earth lizards are known from anything more Sciences at MSU is proud to have than jaw fragments for the Cretaceous Dr. David Varricchio and his stu- of North America, so these are excel- dents who have the expertise and are lent specimens.” able to do the fieldwork in the exten- Free lecture compares horse packing Mary Hubbard, head of the sive Cretaceous rock units of Department of Earth Sciences, said Montana that is necessary for mak- in Montana & Mongolia Varricchio’s work greatly benefits ing these sorts of discoveries,” MSU and the science of paleontology Hubbard said. • The Madison- Counties in Southwest Gallatin Chapter of the and South-Central Montana Wilderness Montana. Some best Association and the known wild places MSU Wild Club will include the four units MSU Extension to host present a free lecture, of the Lee Metcalf “Horse Packing in Wilderness in the small acreage Mongolia,” by Madison Range, a Deborah and Greg large section of the Schatz on Friday, April Absaroka-Beartooth management course 7th in Room 233 of Wilderness, some of From MSU News Service and small fruits; windbreaks; MSU’s Strand Union the northwestern parts Montana State University reducing wildlife conflicts; and a Building at 7pm. of Yellowstone Extension in Gallatin County will field tour with date to be deter- Having packed National Park, and the host a small acreage manage- mined. thousands of miles in Hyalite-Porcupine- ment course over eight weeks, The course is $60 and is limit- the Bob Marshall Buffalo Horn beginning April 17th. ed to 30 participants, with a mini- Wilderness and Glacier Wilderness Study Area Classes will take place from mum of 10. National Park, in the Gallatin Range. 6–8:30pm, Mondays, April 17th To register, contact Emily Deborah and Greg Other mountain through June 5th, at the Gallatin Lockard or Brad Bauer, MSU went to Mongolia in ranges in the geo- County Extension office, located Extension agents, at (406) 582- 2016 to exchange pack- graphic area with at 903 N. Black Ave. in Bozeman. 3280 or [email protected]. ing techniques with local herders. than you may think. unprotected wild areas include parts Topics will include: developing Participants can also register at the Hear their stories and see their pho- The Madison-Gallatin Chapter of the Bridgers, the Gravely and property plans and goals; water- Extension office in Bozeman. The tos from the journey through the of the Montana Wilderness Snowcrest Ranges, the Tobacco shed health; pasture management; registration deadline is April 10th. wild, open land of the Darhead Association educates and inspires Roots, and the Crazy Mountains. livestock basics; weed identifica- For more information, visit Valley, where they found local people to protect special wild places Learn more at tion and management; water http://www.gallatinexten- herders are more like Montanans in Park, Gallatin, and Madison www.wildmontana.org/. • rights; estate planning; orchards sion.com. •

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