REVEL Song & Dance
Aug
23

REVEL Song & Dance

A Sunday song and dance gathering that blends live singing and free dance into a playful, all-ages space to get into your body and come alive together. $10-25 suggested donation. Kids are free.  

We begin with a song circle - sharing songs that are easy to learn on the spot. No singing experience necessary. After an hour of singing together (led by Missoula Sings leadership team), we will segue into free dance DJ'd by Katie T or Kristina D. We are here to connect to our authentic selves and to each other, not to sound good or look good dancing. Come be yourself, with others. 

Link: https://missoulasings.com/events

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Aug
23

Thunder Garden: Puppet Slam!

Thunder Garden is a performance event for puppeteers and other performing artists to showcase and develop new work.

Performers will have 3 - 5 minute to perform new work for a live audience of supportive enthusiasts. All styles and skill levels are warmly embraced. 

To sign up, please email: thundergardenpuppets@gmail.com

*expect adult humor*

What if you’re interested in participating, but are new to puppetry? If you need help designing or building puppets, developing ideas, or writing for puppets, Thunder Garden offers collaborative guidance. Maybe you enjoy performing, but your puppet building skills are less developed. Or maybe you’re really good at building and construction, but performance isn’t your thing. We can connect you with creators that have complimentary skills, so that together, you can bring a puppet piece to life.

If you want to perform, please pre-register. This will help us plan the show, and to provide any pertinent equipment, sound support, staging and lighting.

You don’t have to participate to attend, but if you happen to get inspired during the show, there will be a number of “loaner puppets” at the venue. Last minute participation is encouraged!

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People’s Guitar Workshop
Aug
24

People’s Guitar Workshop

People's Guitar Workshop

A free, weekly beginning guitar workshop taught by local musicians in an effort to provide a foundation for guitar playing. Groups will be sectioned off with different teachers and will work on different parts of songs according to skill level.

All ages and skill levels are welcome!

If you have questions, contact Charlie at charnock808@gmail.com

Located in the Streetside Learning Center, right at the corner of 1st and Walnut

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Aug
26

MTSC Peer Sessions: Songwriting Lab

MTSC Peer Session: Songwriting Lab is coming up on Wednesday, August 26, 6-8pm at Free Cycles in Missoula.

Limited to 20 songwriters, please RSVP only if you plan to attend. If the session fills, I'll start a waitlist. 

Our theme for this session is Point of View. Please bring one point of view to add to the prompt jar, or come ready to make one up on the spot. Be thinking about a character, role, object, or perspective a song could be written from.

RSVP here

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Dance for Bears
Aug
27

Dance for Bears

Come "Dance for Bears" at Free Cycles on Thursday August 27th from 6-9 pm.

Suggested donation of $10.

Sponsored by Montanans Protecting Public Lands, a coalition of local environmental groups, this social event hopes to raise awareness and recruit volunteers to support grizzly bear protections. 

Like many wildlife species in the Northern Rockies, grizzly populations are threatened by the dismantling of long-standing environmental laws and recovery efforts. 

Come learn how you can stand up for grizzly bears, pristine forests, intact roadless areas and watersheds. Our antidote is an active citizenry willing to resist this full-scale assault on our wildest places and most iconic wildlife.

For more information contact Patty Ames with the Flathead-Lolo-Bitterroot Citizen Task Force at lunaswan415@gmail.com or call Jake Kreilick at 406.544.4962 

Thank you!

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Aug
29

Mudslide Charley, w/ The Spills!

Live show featuring Mudslide Charley! With special guest, The Spills! doors at 630pm. Music 7pm to 10pm. $10 at the door. Thanks!

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People’s Guitar Workshop
Aug
31

People’s Guitar Workshop

People's Guitar Workshop

A free, weekly beginning guitar workshop taught by local musicians in an effort to provide a foundation for guitar playing. Groups will be sectioned off with different teachers and will work on different parts of songs according to skill level.

All ages and skill levels are welcome!

If you have questions, contact Charlie at charnock808@gmail.com

Located in the Streetside Learning Center, right at the corner of 1st and Walnut

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Sep
5

The Narrows, w/ Rail Line Lupines, Needle and Thread!

Great night of live music. $10 at the door. Thanks!

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Sep
7

The Missoula Ukulele Club

The Missoula Ukulele Club
Required: Bring your ukulele, and a music stand (a couple stands are available at Free Cycles- especially for those that can bike to the meet up!)
Optional: Sheet music to share (12 copies)

Located in the Streetside Learning Center (down the sidewalk from the main entrance)

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Sep
19

New Works, Re-Works and Re-Imaginings, A Missoula Composer's Workshop

Come experience new music from Missoula's creative community.  Local musicians and composers will be debuting new pieces, reworking previously created pieces or taking known composed music and reimagining it in a salon style format. 

We're hoping this series will further inspire creativity for composers and musicians, grow the new music community in Missoula, and provide an opportunity for artists to collaborate.  All are welcome to come listen!

Interested in contributing a new work as part of this series?  Contact Aria Peters (ariapeters@gmail.com) or Bill Kautz (williamkautz@gmail.com). 

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Sep
20

CFGC: Stop the Bleed

Come out to this Stop the Bleed course with CFGC.

More info and signup below:

http://clarkforkgunclub.org/stop-the-bleed-resources

https://www.instagram.com/clark.fork.gun.club

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Oct
4

Missoula Climate Ride

Help support Missoula nonprofits by joining our community bike ride!

Come join us for a local ride and help raise awareness and funds for Missoula nonprofits doing essential work for our planet!

Joining Climate Ride gives you the opportunity to reach out to friends, family, and folks in your community with a message thatthe health of our planet is important to you. It’s a chance to talk about climate change and bolster your spirit with collective action. It’s a chance to invite people you care about to engage in a positive way with a global issue that can feel very overwhelming. This community event is a fun way to take action for a healthier future, and by registering for this event and fundraising for organizations working in the environmental sector here in Missoula, you’re engaging and supporting the local efforts for a safer climate for us all. Fundraising is not required to participate, however, we encourage you to do so!

Our Missoula environmental nonprofits need your help and community support – so let’s get out and ride!

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Oct
5

The Missoula Ukulele Club

The Missoula Ukulele Club
Required: Bring your ukulele, and a music stand (a couple stands are available at Free Cycles- especially for those that can bike to the meet up!)
Optional: Sheet music to share (12 copies)

Located in the Streetside Learning Center (down the sidewalk from the main entrance)

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Oct
7

End-Of-Life Documents Workshop: Your Wishes Your Voice

Your Wishes, Your Voice: END-OF-LIFE DOCUMENTS WORKSHOP.

If something unexpected happened tomorrow, would your loved ones know what you want?

Most of us mean to complete our end-of-life paperwork, but we just don’t get around to it. Not because it isn’t important — but because it feels overwhelming, confusing, or easy to postpone.

This workshop helps you move it from “someday” to done.

Join three local death midwives for a small, guided working session where you will:

  • Learn what end-of-life documents are actually needed in Montana

  • Reflect on your personal values and wishes

  • Begin your advance directive

  • Designate a healthcare representative and a financial power of attorney

  • Understand the basics of estate planning and related documents

  • Ask tough questions in a supportive, grounded space

  • Access a notary to finalize documents before you leave

We will present key information, but this is not a lecture. This is dedicated time to sit down and take care of something that matters.

This workshop is for:

  • Adults of any age without an advance directive

  • Caregivers

  • Those supporting aging parents

  • Anyone who wants to reduce stress for their loved ones

  • People who value preparedness and clarity

You do not need to be ill. You do not need to be elderly. You simply need to care about the people who would be left making decisions.

We often hear families say, “We didn’t know what they wanted.” Planning ahead is one of the most practical and loving things you can do.

Walk away with meaningful progress, greater clarity, and peace of mind.

Register in advance: We intentionally keep this workshop small so everyone can receive individual support.

Early bird and buddy deals

Register early (before September 15th) and save $5 on your ticket with the code EARLY5. Early registrants will also receive copies of the main forms in advance, for review.

Because these topics can feel easier with support, we offer a Buddy Discount. Register with a partner, friend, or parent and receive $5 off each ticket using the code BUDDY10.

Plan ahead. Ease the burden. Leave clarity behind.

sign up link: https://events.humanitix.com/end-of-life-documents-workshop

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Nov
2

The Missoula Ukulele Club

The Missoula Ukulele Club
Required: Bring your ukulele, and a music stand (a couple stands are available at Free Cycles- especially for those that can bike to the meet up!)
Optional: Sheet music to share (12 copies)

Located in the Streetside Learning Center (down the sidewalk from the main entrance)

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Dec
7

The Missoula Ukulele Club

The Missoula Ukulele Club
Required: Bring your ukulele, and a music stand (a couple stands are available at Free Cycles- especially for those that can bike to the meet up!)
Optional: Sheet music to share (12 copies)

Located in the Streetside Learning Center (down the sidewalk from the main entrance)

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Aug
22

American Buffalo, A Play by David Mamet

American Buffalo by David Mamet opens in Missoula on August 5th. This landmark play explores greed, capitalism and the corrupted American Dream, themes that are unfortunately as relevant today as they were when it was first produced in 1975. Widely considered one of the most influential plays of the late 20th century, American Buffalo is a perfect blend of comedy and drama written in the signature style of one of the great icons of modern American Theatre. The play is widely produced to this day, and past productions have featured acting legends like Robert Duvall, Al Pacino, Laurence Fishburne, and John Leguizamo. 

American Buffalo is being co-produced by Room 131 Productions and Inflatable Moose (which is TV writer/producer Ron Fitzgerald’s company). The three-person cast features longtime collaborators and UM Theatre graduates Salina Chatlain, Andy Greenfield, and Bobby Gutierrez, with Gutierrez doubling as Director. This trio was first onstage and on the road together in Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2003 Educational Outreach Tour of The Diaries of Adam and Eve (written by Ron Fitzgerald), and are reuniting for a decidedly less G-rated event!

Performaces take place in the Streetside Center at Free Cycles, and are limited to 30 attendees per show. Shows take place on: August 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. To reserve a seat (with payment of $10 at the door on the evening of the performance), and to learn more about the play and the people behind the play, please visit:
https://www.room131productions.com/american-buffalo-1

Thank you!

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Morning Yoga!
Aug
22

Morning Yoga!

Come stretch and strengthen at Free Cycles with our yoga classes!

Join us this summer for morning yoga sessions led by Kelsea Spotts.

All ages and experience levels are welcome!

The class is free, yet donations are appreciated.

Located in the Streetside Learning Center

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Aug
21

American Buffalo, A Play by David Mamet

American Buffalo by David Mamet opens in Missoula on August 5th. This landmark play explores greed, capitalism and the corrupted American Dream, themes that are unfortunately as relevant today as they were when it was first produced in 1975. Widely considered one of the most influential plays of the late 20th century, American Buffalo is a perfect blend of comedy and drama written in the signature style of one of the great icons of modern American Theatre. The play is widely produced to this day, and past productions have featured acting legends like Robert Duvall, Al Pacino, Laurence Fishburne, and John Leguizamo. 

American Buffalo is being co-produced by Room 131 Productions and Inflatable Moose (which is TV writer/producer Ron Fitzgerald’s company). The three-person cast features longtime collaborators and UM Theatre graduates Salina Chatlain, Andy Greenfield, and Bobby Gutierrez, with Gutierrez doubling as Director. This trio was first onstage and on the road together in Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2003 Educational Outreach Tour of The Diaries of Adam and Eve (written by Ron Fitzgerald), and are reuniting for a decidedly less G-rated event!

Performaces take place in the Streetside Center at Free Cycles, and are limited to 30 attendees per show. Shows take place on: August 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. To reserve a seat (with payment of $10 at the door on the evening of the performance), and to learn more about the play and the people behind the play, please visit:
https://www.room131productions.com/american-buffalo-1

Thank you!

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Aug
20

American Buffalo, A Play by David Mamet

American Buffalo by David Mamet opens in Missoula on August 5th. This landmark play explores greed, capitalism and the corrupted American Dream, themes that are unfortunately as relevant today as they were when it was first produced in 1975. Widely considered one of the most influential plays of the late 20th century, American Buffalo is a perfect blend of comedy and drama written in the signature style of one of the great icons of modern American Theatre. The play is widely produced to this day, and past productions have featured acting legends like Robert Duvall, Al Pacino, Laurence Fishburne, and John Leguizamo. 

American Buffalo is being co-produced by Room 131 Productions and Inflatable Moose (which is TV writer/producer Ron Fitzgerald’s company). The three-person cast features longtime collaborators and UM Theatre graduates Salina Chatlain, Andy Greenfield, and Bobby Gutierrez, with Gutierrez doubling as Director. This trio was first onstage and on the road together in Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2003 Educational Outreach Tour of The Diaries of Adam and Eve (written by Ron Fitzgerald), and are reuniting for a decidedly less G-rated event!

Performaces take place in the Streetside Center at Free Cycles, and are limited to 30 attendees per show. Shows take place on: August 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. To reserve a seat (with payment of $10 at the door on the evening of the performance), and to learn more about the play and the people behind the play, please visit:
https://www.room131productions.com/american-buffalo-1

Thank you!

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Aug
19

American Buffalo, A Play by David Mamet

American Buffalo by David Mamet opens in Missoula on August 5th. This landmark play explores greed, capitalism and the corrupted American Dream, themes that are unfortunately as relevant today as they were when it was first produced in 1975. Widely considered one of the most influential plays of the late 20th century, American Buffalo is a perfect blend of comedy and drama written in the signature style of one of the great icons of modern American Theatre. The play is widely produced to this day, and past productions have featured acting legends like Robert Duvall, Al Pacino, Laurence Fishburne, and John Leguizamo. 

American Buffalo is being co-produced by Room 131 Productions and Inflatable Moose (which is TV writer/producer Ron Fitzgerald’s company). The three-person cast features longtime collaborators and UM Theatre graduates Salina Chatlain, Andy Greenfield, and Bobby Gutierrez, with Gutierrez doubling as Director. This trio was first onstage and on the road together in Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2003 Educational Outreach Tour of The Diaries of Adam and Eve (written by Ron Fitzgerald), and are reuniting for a decidedly less G-rated event!

Performaces take place in the Streetside Center at Free Cycles, and are limited to 30 attendees per show. Shows take place on: August 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. To reserve a seat (with payment of $10 at the door on the evening of the performance), and to learn more about the play and the people behind the play, please visit:
https://www.room131productions.com/american-buffalo-1

Thank you!

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People’s Guitar Workshop
Aug
17

People’s Guitar Workshop

People's Guitar Workshop

A free, weekly beginning guitar workshop taught by local musicians in an effort to provide a foundation for guitar playing. Groups will be sectioned off with different teachers and will work on different parts of songs according to skill level.

All ages and skill levels are welcome!

If you have questions, contact Charlie at charnock808@gmail.com

Located in the Streetside Learning Center, right at the corner of 1st and Walnut

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Aug
16

Daisy Chain Fest! Day 4

See the Daisy Chain website and insta account for more info!

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Aug
15

American Buffalo, A Play by David Mamet

American Buffalo by David Mamet opens in Missoula on August 5th. This landmark play explores greed, capitalism and the corrupted American Dream, themes that are unfortunately as relevant today as they were when it was first produced in 1975. Widely considered one of the most influential plays of the late 20th century, American Buffalo is a perfect blend of comedy and drama written in the signature style of one of the great icons of modern American Theatre. The play is widely produced to this day, and past productions have featured acting legends like Robert Duvall, Al Pacino, Laurence Fishburne, and John Leguizamo. 

American Buffalo is being co-produced by Room 131 Productions and Inflatable Moose (which is TV writer/producer Ron Fitzgerald’s company). The three-person cast features longtime collaborators and UM Theatre graduates Salina Chatlain, Andy Greenfield, and Bobby Gutierrez, with Gutierrez doubling as Director. This trio was first onstage and on the road together in Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2003 Educational Outreach Tour of The Diaries of Adam and Eve (written by Ron Fitzgerald), and are reuniting for a decidedly less G-rated event!

Performaces take place in the Streetside Center at Free Cycles, and are limited to 30 attendees per show. Shows take place on: August 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. To reserve a seat (with payment of $10 at the door on the evening of the performance), and to learn more about the play and the people behind the play, please visit:
https://www.room131productions.com/american-buffalo-1

Thank you!

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Aug
14

American Buffalo, A Play by David Mamet

American Buffalo by David Mamet opens in Missoula on August 5th. This landmark play explores greed, capitalism and the corrupted American Dream, themes that are unfortunately as relevant today as they were when it was first produced in 1975. Widely considered one of the most influential plays of the late 20th century, American Buffalo is a perfect blend of comedy and drama written in the signature style of one of the great icons of modern American Theatre. The play is widely produced to this day, and past productions have featured acting legends like Robert Duvall, Al Pacino, Laurence Fishburne, and John Leguizamo. 

American Buffalo is being co-produced by Room 131 Productions and Inflatable Moose (which is TV writer/producer Ron Fitzgerald’s company). The three-person cast features longtime collaborators and UM Theatre graduates Salina Chatlain, Andy Greenfield, and Bobby Gutierrez, with Gutierrez doubling as Director. This trio was first onstage and on the road together in Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2003 Educational Outreach Tour of The Diaries of Adam and Eve (written by Ron Fitzgerald), and are reuniting for a decidedly less G-rated event!

Performaces take place in the Streetside Center at Free Cycles, and are limited to 30 attendees per show. Shows take place on: August 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. To reserve a seat (with payment of $10 at the door on the evening of the performance), and to learn more about the play and the people behind the play, please visit:
https://www.room131productions.com/american-buffalo-1

Thank you!

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Aug
13

American Buffalo, A Play by David Mamet

American Buffalo by David Mamet opens in Missoula on August 5th. This landmark play explores greed, capitalism and the corrupted American Dream, themes that are unfortunately as relevant today as they were when it was first produced in 1975. Widely considered one of the most influential plays of the late 20th century, American Buffalo is a perfect blend of comedy and drama written in the signature style of one of the great icons of modern American Theatre. The play is widely produced to this day, and past productions have featured acting legends like Robert Duvall, Al Pacino, Laurence Fishburne, and John Leguizamo. 

American Buffalo is being co-produced by Room 131 Productions and Inflatable Moose (which is TV writer/producer Ron Fitzgerald’s company). The three-person cast features longtime collaborators and UM Theatre graduates Salina Chatlain, Andy Greenfield, and Bobby Gutierrez, with Gutierrez doubling as Director. This trio was first onstage and on the road together in Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2003 Educational Outreach Tour of The Diaries of Adam and Eve (written by Ron Fitzgerald), and are reuniting for a decidedly less G-rated event!

Performaces take place in the Streetside Center at Free Cycles, and are limited to 30 attendees per show. Shows take place on: August 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. To reserve a seat (with payment of $10 at the door on the evening of the performance), and to learn more about the play and the people behind the play, please visit:
https://www.room131productions.com/american-buffalo-1

Thank you!

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Aug
13

Daisy Chain Fest! Day 1

Night of live music featuring:

Sand Duney

Sugar Water Canyon

Ancient Forest

Monopines

Check out Daisy Chain’s link below for tickets and info!

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Aug
12

American Buffalo, A Play by David Mamet

American Buffalo by David Mamet opens in Missoula on August 5th. This landmark play explores greed, capitalism and the corrupted American Dream, themes that are unfortunately as relevant today as they were when it was first produced in 1975. Widely considered one of the most influential plays of the late 20th century, American Buffalo is a perfect blend of comedy and drama written in the signature style of one of the great icons of modern American Theatre. The play is widely produced to this day, and past productions have featured acting legends like Robert Duvall, Al Pacino, Laurence Fishburne, and John Leguizamo. 

American Buffalo is being co-produced by Room 131 Productions and Inflatable Moose (which is TV writer/producer Ron Fitzgerald’s company). The three-person cast features longtime collaborators and UM Theatre graduates Salina Chatlain, Andy Greenfield, and Bobby Gutierrez, with Gutierrez doubling as Director. This trio was first onstage and on the road together in Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2003 Educational Outreach Tour of The Diaries of Adam and Eve (written by Ron Fitzgerald), and are reuniting for a decidedly less G-rated event!

Performaces take place in the Streetside Center at Free Cycles, and are limited to 30 attendees per show. Shows take place on: August 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. To reserve a seat (with payment of $10 at the door on the evening of the performance), and to learn more about the play and the people behind the play, please visit:
https://www.room131productions.com/american-buffalo-1

Thank you!

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Aug
11

Singing Resistance

RESISTANCE SONG CIRCLE hosted by Singing Resistance Missoula, A.K.A. Missoula Resists SALT (Sing-Along Together)!  

ALL ARE WELCOME to join the mass movement of singers protecting & caring for our communities in the face of rising authoritarianism.  We are taking regular action grounded in love, solidarity, defiant joy, and noncooperation.

We sing songs that are simple, taught-by-ear, and are relevant to these times.  While short, simple, and repetitive by design, the songs hold deep themes around the human experiences of grief, righteous rage, courage, and love.

All voices welcome!  You do NOT need to be a "good" singer to come make good trouble.  

No musical experience necessary, just bring yourself exactly as you are.

Our goals:

♡ ...to become more prepared for ongoing & escalating authoritarian threats by building community infrastructure that keeps us more secure.

♡ ...to heal from the impacts of living in an oppressive society by reclaiming our capacity to feel and express emotion, to connect deeply with each other, and to act in solidarity across differences.

♡ ...to end all oppressive systems. We sing not only for the world that we want to create, but to create that world right here and now.

Singing has historically been a critical part of social movements globally as well as here in the U.S., with songs rooted in spirituals, folk, and gospel music.  While our project is secular, it is heavily inspired by these movements, including: South Africa's Anti-Apartheid Movement, Estonia's Singing Revolution, the U.S. Civil Rights Movement, and U.S. labor movements.  We believe in the POWER OF THE PEOPLE to shape our future!

Always free.  Please consider donating to Free Cycles as a THANK YOU for welcoming us to their wonderful space."

Located in Free Cycles’s Streetside room. Entrance is at the corner of 1st and Walnut.


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People’s Guitar Workshop
Aug
10

People’s Guitar Workshop

People's Guitar Workshop

A free, weekly beginning guitar workshop taught by local musicians in an effort to provide a foundation for guitar playing. Groups will be sectioned off with different teachers and will work on different parts of songs according to skill level.

All ages and skill levels are welcome!

If you have questions, contact Charlie at charnock808@gmail.com

Located in the Streetside Learning Center, right at the corner of 1st and Walnut

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REVEL Song & Dance
Aug
9

REVEL Song & Dance

A Sunday song and dance gathering that blends live singing and free dance into a playful, all-ages space to get into your body and come alive together. $10-25 suggested donation. Kids are free.  

We begin with a song circle - sharing songs that are easy to learn on the spot. No singing experience necessary. After an hour of singing together (led by Missoula Sings leadership team), we will segue into free dance DJ'd by Katie T or Kristina D. We are here to connect to our authentic selves and to each other, not to sound good or look good dancing. Come be yourself, with others. 

Link: https://missoulasings.com/events

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Sister Sadie and Needle & Thread
Aug
8

Sister Sadie and Needle & Thread

Fun night of outdoor music with Sister Sadie, supported by Needle & Thread!

  • Doors: 6:30

  • Music: 7:00

  • $10 suggested donation

Sister Sadie is celebrated for their electrifying performance, musicianship, and the blend of tradition and innovation they bring to bluegrass. The band is composed of six supremely talented musicians, each with a rich history of individual achievements that elevate the collective magic of Sister Sadie.

Sister Sadie includes founding members Gena Britt (banjo, vocals) and Deanie Richardson (fiddle) with Jaelee Roberts (guitar, lead vocals), Dani Flowers (guitar, vocals), Rainy Miatke (mandolin, vocals), and Katie Blomarz-Kimball (bass, vocals)

Needle & Thread is Ella and Maddy Zuellig, a banjo, fiddle, guitar-playing, singing sister duo from Fort Collins, Colorado. Surrounded by traditional music since birth, they perform old ballads, songs, and tunes from early American music. They keep the tradition alive with their sister harmonies and authentic style that will take you back to the past.

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Aug
7

American Buffalo, A Play by David Mamet

American Buffalo by David Mamet opens in Missoula on August 5th. This landmark play explores greed, capitalism and the corrupted American Dream, themes that are unfortunately as relevant today as they were when it was first produced in 1975. Widely considered one of the most influential plays of the late 20th century, American Buffalo is a perfect blend of comedy and drama written in the signature style of one of the great icons of modern American Theatre. The play is widely produced to this day, and past productions have featured acting legends like Robert Duvall, Al Pacino, Laurence Fishburne, and John Leguizamo. 

American Buffalo is being co-produced by Room 131 Productions and Inflatable Moose (which is TV writer/producer Ron Fitzgerald’s company). The three-person cast features longtime collaborators and UM Theatre graduates Salina Chatlain, Andy Greenfield, and Bobby Gutierrez, with Gutierrez doubling as Director. This trio was first onstage and on the road together in Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2003 Educational Outreach Tour of The Diaries of Adam and Eve (written by Ron Fitzgerald), and are reuniting for a decidedly less G-rated event!

Performaces take place in the Streetside Center at Free Cycles, and are limited to 30 attendees per show. Shows take place on: August 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. To reserve a seat (with payment of $10 at the door on the evening of the performance), and to learn more about the play and the people behind the play, please visit:
https://www.room131productions.com/american-buffalo-1

Thank you!

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Aug
6

American Buffalo, A Play by David Mamet

American Buffalo by David Mamet opens in Missoula on August 5th. This landmark play explores greed, capitalism and the corrupted American Dream, themes that are unfortunately as relevant today as they were when it was first produced in 1975. Widely considered one of the most influential plays of the late 20th century, American Buffalo is a perfect blend of comedy and drama written in the signature style of one of the great icons of modern American Theatre. The play is widely produced to this day, and past productions have featured acting legends like Robert Duvall, Al Pacino, Laurence Fishburne, and John Leguizamo. 

American Buffalo is being co-produced by Room 131 Productions and Inflatable Moose (which is TV writer/producer Ron Fitzgerald’s company). The three-person cast features longtime collaborators and UM Theatre graduates Salina Chatlain, Andy Greenfield, and Bobby Gutierrez, with Gutierrez doubling as Director. This trio was first onstage and on the road together in Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2003 Educational Outreach Tour of The Diaries of Adam and Eve (written by Ron Fitzgerald), and are reuniting for a decidedly less G-rated event!

Performaces take place in the Streetside Center at Free Cycles, and are limited to 30 attendees per show. Shows take place on: August 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. To reserve a seat (with payment of $10 at the door on the evening of the performance), and to learn more about the play and the people behind the play, please visit:
https://www.room131productions.com/american-buffalo-1

Thank you!

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Aug
6

GEM Night: Gender Equity Mechanics

If you are planning to attend the next Gender Equity Mechanics night, please sign up using the link below so we know how many people to expect. We require a minimum of 3 people in order to proceed with the class. Thank you for understanding!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPXM46Y5rYqmbhsQXTb-wuY_VyufbHxXnbTFP_b9eJcYlP7Q/viewform?usp=header

G.E.M. is a gathering of women, trans, non-binary and gender-expansive people interested in learning hands-on bicycle maintenance and repair skills.

All skill levels welcome! Be ready to get greasy and challenge yourself!

We ask that cis men come to Free Cycles another time during our open shop hours.

Free admissions, yet donations are appreciated. Led by staff of Free Cycles as well as incredible volunteers from the community.

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Aug
5

American Buffalo, A Play by David Mamet

American Buffalo by David Mamet opens in Missoula on August 5th. This landmark play explores greed, capitalism and the corrupted American Dream, themes that are unfortunately as relevant today as they were when it was first produced in 1975. Widely considered one of the most influential plays of the late 20th century, American Buffalo is a perfect blend of comedy and drama written in the signature style of one of the great icons of modern American Theatre. The play is widely produced to this day, and past productions have featured acting legends like Robert Duvall, Al Pacino, Laurence Fishburne, and John Leguizamo. 

American Buffalo is being co-produced by Room 131 Productions and Inflatable Moose (which is TV writer/producer Ron Fitzgerald’s company). The three-person cast features longtime collaborators and UM Theatre graduates Salina Chatlain, Andy Greenfield, and Bobby Gutierrez, with Gutierrez doubling as Director. This trio was first onstage and on the road together in Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2003 Educational Outreach Tour of The Diaries of Adam and Eve (written by Ron Fitzgerald), and are reuniting for a decidedly less G-rated event!

Performaces take place in the Streetside Center at Free Cycles, and are limited to 30 attendees per show. Shows take place on: August 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22. To reserve a seat (with payment of $10 at the door on the evening of the performance), and to learn more about the play and the people behind the play, please visit:
https://www.room131productions.com/american-buffalo-1

Thank you!

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Here Montana Art Night
Aug
5

Here Montana Art Night

Art Night! all are welcome. more here

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Aug
3

The Missoula Ukulele Club

The Missoula Ukulele Club
Required: Bring your ukulele, and a music stand (a couple stands are available at Free Cycles- especially for those that can bike to the meet up!)
Optional: Sheet music to share (12 copies)

Located in the Streetside Learning Center (down the sidewalk from the main entrance)

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MTSC Peer Sessions: Song Critique Night
Jul
28

MTSC Peer Sessions: Song Critique Night

This is a supportive peer session for songwriters who want focused feedback on a song in progress.

Bring one song, finished or unfinished.

We’ll break into small groups so each songwriter has time to share, name the kind of feedback they’re looking for, and receive thoughtful, songwriter-centered responses.

This is not a performance. It’s a low-pressure space to listen, reflect, and help each other shape the work.

Space is limited to 20 songwriters. RSVP required.

Scan the QR code or use the link in bio to reserve your spot.

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People’s Guitar Workshop
Jul
27

People’s Guitar Workshop

People's Guitar Workshop

A free, weekly beginning guitar workshop taught by local musicians in an effort to provide a foundation for guitar playing. Groups will be sectioned off with different teachers and will work on different parts of songs according to skill level.

All ages and skill levels are welcome!

If you have questions, contact Charlie at charnock808@gmail.com

Located in the Streetside Learning Center, right at the corner of 1st and Walnut

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People’s Guitar Workshop
Jul
27

People’s Guitar Workshop

People's Guitar Workshop

A free, weekly beginning guitar workshop taught by local musicians in an effort to provide a foundation for guitar playing. Groups will be sectioned off with different teachers and will work on different parts of songs according to skill level.

All ages and skill levels are welcome!

If you have questions, contact Charlie at charnock808@gmail.com

Located in the Streetside Learning Center, right at the corner of 1st and Walnut

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Morning Yoga!
Jul
25

Morning Yoga!

Come stretch and strengthen at Free Cycles with our yoga classes!

Join us this summer for morning yoga sessions led by Kelsea Spotts.

All ages and experience levels are welcome!

The class is free, yet donations are appreciated.

Located in the Streetside Learning Center

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People’s Guitar Workshop
Jul
20

People’s Guitar Workshop

People's Guitar Workshop

A free, weekly beginning guitar workshop taught by local musicians in an effort to provide a foundation for guitar playing. Groups will be sectioned off with different teachers and will work on different parts of songs according to skill level.

All ages and skill levels are welcome!

If you have questions, contact Charlie at charnock808@gmail.com

Located in the Streetside Learning Center, right at the corner of 1st and Walnut

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A Night at the Grand Opera: A Giant Puppet Show with String & Shadow (bonus show!)
Jul
19

A Night at the Grand Opera: A Giant Puppet Show with String & Shadow (bonus show!)

Bonus Show! String and Shadow returns for one more show on Sunday, July 19th, at 7pm. All are welcome. Spread the word!

Set in an old European opera house during the golden age of Grand Opera, Night at the Grand Opera is a frenzied romp through a candlelit night at the Opera.

Rococo extravagance is fashioned with elaborate cardboard sets that collapse and unfold to reveal the many great dramas of the opera house (not all of which happen on stage.)

Love triangles, converging revolutionary plots, art-loving flies and disaffected vermin are brought to life with cardboard and paper-mache!

donations accepted!

String and Shadow Puppet Theater is a theater company based in Olympia, Washington. With cardboard, fabric, and paper mache, their visually stunning performances incorporate music, dance, and circus arts to tell original stories that engage the imaginations of their audiences. In the words of an audience member, "String and Shadow's worlds of fantasy and fable pluck at the strings of universal innocence, wonder, and joy." Emerging during the pandemic with Drive-In performances, String and Shadow aims to strengthen communities and provide accessible art, often through donation-based or free events. Since 2023, they have toured regionally and nationally throughout the United States.

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