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Community News
The Governor’s directive on masks is effective immediately statewide for counties w/ 4+ active cases. It applies to some indoor settings and outdoor gatherings w/ 50+ when distancing is not possible.
GOOD NEWS: Bringing back passenger train service: Gallatin County Commissioners have formally agreed to participate in the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority.
The Livingston Food Resource Center has expanded hours for drive through pick up to serve families with children and seniors. Call 222-5335.
MASK MAKERS NEEDED The Livingston School District asked us to supply all the students with masks when school resumes in the fall. If you would like to help make masks for the school, Contact Jeanne (406) 223-6647.
Jeanne kitted up fabric and supplies to make 20 pleated masks. If you would like to help make masks, Jeanne will put a kit out with your name on it for pickup.
To date, we have provided over 4,000 masks – something to be very proud of! We have supplied everyone who has needed and requested a face mask. Video of the mask-making process
Peak Potential: Would your students attend private tutoring/small class instruction in the area this fall? Fill our this survey if you are interested.
A rewarding experience: Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch has a critical need for planned respite care for local foster youth. Currently four females and three males, ages five through sixteen, are in foster families, who would benefit from a weekend or a couple of days a month of regular respite for their youth. Phone Kate (406) 222-6490 or e-mail
Donations for the Library at the Gallatin County Detention Center needed. A Book Requests lists has been provided by the library staff. There is also an interest in supporting access to laptops and tablets for educational purposes at GCDDC. For the list, or to make a book or monetary donation, contact Andrea Hamre
Our primary goal for Give a Hoot 2020 is to inspire 2020 individual donations. Give as little as $5 today and support your favorite nonprofit by going to Give A Hoot. All gifts made during Give a Hoot will be partially matched thanks to our Sponsors and Co-Challengers. Any questions? Please call (406) 224-3920. The Park County Community Foundation
Electra Townie 7Delectric Bike raffle to support Solarize Livingston, a project of Yellowstone Bend Citizens Council raising funds for solar installations for our community. Contact Lexie Folkerts at: lexie.folkerts@gmail.com, (916) 899 - 4325
Or send check, or cash to YBCC @ 220 Sth 27th St, Billings MT, 59101. Include your contact information! Tickets are 1 for $10, or 5 for $40! All proceeds go to ensure that Solarize Livingston is affordable and accessible for all! Drawing for eBike will be held at 1pm on August 1st, 2020.
Principles of Community Organizing online training series- a mix of weekday evening and Saturday morning sessions over a couple of months beginning on Saturday, Aug. 1. The sessions will be interactive. Plan to attend the entire training series. Yellowstone Bend Citizens Council has scholarships available,registration closes July 22nd- Apply Here Questions? Contact Sydney at (406) 248-1154 or sydney@northernplains.org.
July 23rd Loaves and Fishes meal VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Deliver items by 3:30 on the 23rd of July at Loaves and Fishes. Needs
Another dish of enchiladas for 10
3 more folks to make any kind of salad, fruit/pasta/veg
Northern Plains'2020 OnlineAuction Snatch up a one of a kind getaway (Vermont Ski Cabin, Kayak Trip on the Yellowstone, Cabin in the Bridgers!), incredible art, and more. Auction ends July 31st.
Montana Conservation Voterslaunched Season 2 of their weekly podcast, MCVcast. One of their latest episodes includes a critical conversation with members of the Ft. Peck Nation about the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline.
From Park County Environmental Council:The Crazy Mountain Project, an informal coalition of locals representing ranching, recreation, the Crow Nation, hunting and conservation interests (which includes PCEC), announced a new land exchange designed to help consolidate public land and improve public access in the Crazy Mountains: The East Crazy Mountains and Inspiration Divide Public Access Improvement Land Exchange. Meetings to explain proposal: BIG TIMBER: July 23, American Legion, 6-8pm, BOZEMAN: July 30, Masonic Lodge, 6-8pm, BIG SKY: August 6, Wilson Hotel, 6-8pm
The City of Livingston conducted a series of interactive community rail crossing meetings on June 18, June 25, and July 9, 2020 to gauge public interest and opinions to possibly finalize a proposal for a tax increase to self-fund an additional railroad crossing. The City will take public comment regarding this project until 5 pm July 31, 2020. Email your comments to citymanager@livingstonmontana.org or by mail to City Manager, 414 E. Callender St. Livingston, MT 59047. For questions, call the Michael Kardoes, City Manager at (406) 823-6000.Rail crossing meeting slidesRail crossing meeting video
This Week
MONDAY, JULY 20TH:
11 AM – NOON:#StrikeForBlackLives. At the Court House on Main @ 3rd, Bozeman. Led by our partners at SEIU and in coordination with working people all over the U.S. We will withhold our most valuable asset — our labor — in support of dismantling racism and white supremacy to bring about fundamental changes in our society, economy, and workplaces. Demand that Black lives are valued by committing to kneel, hold a moment of silence or walk off the job for 8 minutes and 46 seconds. Take the 8:46 pledge here. Text DEFEND to 90975 to take action with the Movement for Black Lives tomorrow and beyond.
NOON: Bozeman Public Library Book Club reads The Hate U Give. Meet at noon for a socially distant outdoor in person meeting at Bozeman Public Library, or meet at 6:30 PM on Zoom- email bboyson@bozeman.net for the link.
NOON – 1 PM: “Wildfire Management in the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness” virtual talk with Jeff Flick, Fire Management Officer for the Beartooth Ranger District. Sponsored by Montana Wilderness Association and The Beartooth Ranger District of the Custer Gallatin Natioonal Forest. For more information, contact Aubrey at abertram@wildmontana.org or 406-530-9639. Register for this free event. Facebook Event
7 PM: Our Revolution monthly Montana Statewide meeting Virtual event. Panelists include climate scientist David Carlson, Public Service Commission candidate Tom Woods and New Approach campaign manager Ted Dick. Register.
12:30 PM: Bozeman Citizen’s Climate Alliance hosts: Montana Renewable Energy Association's Summer Series will dive into Battery Storage Systems Virtual Site Visit with our special guest speaker: Travis Jordan, Jordan Solar. Free to attend and there is no need to register ahead of time. Simply visit MREA's Summer Series webpage at 12:30 pm on Thursdays and click the 'join' button. Facebook Event
3:30 PM: Loaves and Fishes meal VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Deliver items by 3:30 on the 23rd of July at Loaves and Fishes. Needs
Another dish of enchiladas for 10
3 more folks to make any kind of salad, fruit/pasta/veg
Additional open houses in BOZEMAN: July 30, Masonic Lodge, 6-8pm, and BIG SKY: August 6, Wilson Hotel, 6-8pm
All open houses will follow State of Montana COVID-19 guidelines. Social distancing will be in effect and mask use is highly encouraged. PCEC will have extra masks on hand for participants. You may also submit feedback by August 7th online or by emailing comments to comments@crazymountainproject.com.
9 AM – 1 PM: Gather at Roosevelt Arch for a small, peaceful, Gardiner/Mammoth based protest in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. The goal is to provide our community with the opportunity to join in on this important national conversation demanding racial justice and equality after the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Gather on the hill just south of the Roosevelt Arch. The park superintendent and Gardiner Sheriff have been notified about the gathering. Make sure to wear masks and adhere to social distancing guidelines (from both humans and wildlife). Organized by Maddy Jackson
ALL DAY: The Godfrey Saunders Virtual Run for Social Justice
Worldwide: anyone, anywhere, walk or run 5K/10K or Bike a 10K/20K. Register as an individual or as a team. Downloadable racing bibs and links to music playlists for the run. Custom Medal awarded after completion, and prizes for best costume, youngest or oldest runner and more. Register online at or visit LocalRaces.Com. Post pictures to event page or your own social media accounts. Proceeds will benefit the Montana State University Black Student Union.
Upcoming Events
THURSDAY, JULY 30TH:
10 AM – 11:30 AM: Grant Writing 101 with Laura Prindiville Hopa Mountain and Thursday, August 6 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. MT
In this two part Zoom training, fund raising expert Laura Prindiville will review some current grant opportunities, the standard elements of a grant proposal and she will share tips on completing proposals and follow up reporting. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 895 5218 9884 Password: 766085
Additional open house in BIG SKY: August 6, Wilson Hotel, 6-8pm.
All open houses will follow State of Montana COVID-19 guidelines. Social distancing will be in effect and mask use is highly encouraged. PCEC will have extra masks on hand for participants. You may also submit feedback by August 7th online or by emailing comments to comments@crazymountainproject.com.
August 4th, 5th, and 6th
6 - 7:30 p.m.Hopa Mountain Online College Prep Retreat for High School Seniors and Juniors In these three evening college prep sessions designed for high school seniors and juniors, Hopa Mountain will review college applications, scholarship options and how to complete the FAFSA. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 834 6981 3467 Password: 655736 For more information on these free-of-charge trainings, email info@hopamountain.org.
Open house will follow State of Montana COVID-19 guidelines. Social distancing will be in effect and mask use is highly encouraged. PCEC will have extra masks on hand for participants. You may also submit feedback by August 7th online or by emailing comments to comments@crazymountainproject.com.
