🌱 'Mending The Line' Premiere In Bozeman + Upcoming Bear Safety Event

Hi all. I'm here right on time with your Wednesday edition of the Bozeman Patch newsletter, filled with everything you need to know about what's happening locally.

But first, your local weather:

• Wednesday: A p.m. t-storm in spots. High: 72 Low: 48.
• Thursday: An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 66 Low: 48.

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Here are the top three stories today in Bozeman:

1. A Montana-based film titled "Mending the Line" will have its state premiere in Bozeman, showcasing the story of two anglers finding solace from military trauma. The premiere event on Jun. 8 will benefit the Warriors & Quiet Waters Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing fishing and outdoor trips for post-9/11 combat veterans in Montana. The film, which explores the effects of PTSD and the healing power of outdoor pastimes such as fly-fishing, was well-received and won the Valor Award at the 2022 San Diego International Film Festival. (Explore Big Sky)
2. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is organizing a bear safety event in Bozeman in June, offering valuable training and hands-on experience with bear spray and other safety resources. The workshop is scheduled for Tuesday, Jun. 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., taking place at the south parking lot of FWP's Bozeman office. Attendees can look forward to engaging in bear displays, informative safety talks, and interactive activities like using a remote-controlled bear spray target. (Subscription: Three Forks Voice)
3. Over the weekend, a man in Bozeman died following a domestic violence incident that prompted a police response. Bozeman police received a call regarding the incident in the 1600 block of Tschache Lane late on Saturday, May 27. Upon arrival, the man resisted cooperation, barricading himself inside the residence. After approximately 40 minutes, officers heard a gunshot, leading to the activation of the Special Response Team and the evacuation of neighboring residents. Several hours later, upon entering the home, officers discovered the man dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. The identity of the deceased will be disclosed by the Gallatin County Corner's Office at a later time. (KRTV NEWS Great Falls)

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Today and tomorrow in Bozeman:

Wednesday, May 31

• Toddler & Preschooler Storytime At Bozeman Public Library (10:15 AM)
• Live Music At Wildrye Distilling (6:00 PM)

Thursday, June 1

• Stories And Summits BBQ At Langohr Campground (5:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• La Vaca Mariposa, a Venezuela food truck, will be opening in Bozeman on Jun. 3, located at 319 N. 7th Ave. Items on the menu will include cachapas (Venezuelan corn pancakes), empanadas, arepas, Venezuelan shawarma, and more. (Subscription: Bozeman Daily Chronicle)
• If you're in the market for a new home, you're in luck! Plenty of properties are available in and around Bozeman, including a 6,004-square-foot property at 87 Cayuse Trail, which is listed for $1.3 million. Click the link to see all the available listings. (Bozeman Patch)
• Did you know that fireworks are banned in Bozeman? The City of Bozeman warns that if you're found selling or lighting them, your fireworks will be confiscated and you'll be subject to a misdemeanor and a $500 fine. (City of Bozeman, MT via Twitter)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you soon.

— Lauren Kubiak

About me: Lauren is an Editor for Lightning Media Partners. She graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor’s in journalism. She was previously a full-time editor at an association management firm, editing peer-reviewed nursing journals, textbooks, and newsletters.