October 2024 Luncheon
2024-10-03 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Denver)
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Join us at Riverside Country Club on Thursday, October 3 from 11:30 am – 1 pm for our luncheon and special program.

This is breast cancer awareness month so please wear pink in honor or everyone who has been touched by this disease. Dr. Meghan McKeon will discuss the latest in treatments, awareness and prevention.

Guests are welcome.

Remember to bring your Food Bank contributions.This month’s theme: LITTLE ONES(Baby food, Diapers. Wipes, Shampoo, Lotion)

Where: Riverside Country Club2500 Springhill Road, Bozeman

(non-refundable unless cancelled by September 29)

Purchase a ticket to reserve your spot.DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, September 29

Contact Us if you need help making or cancelling a reservation.

EXCURSION: Par-Tee at Outta Bounds Golf
2024-10-08 16:30 - 18:30
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Join us for fun and games at Outta Bounds Golf in Manhattan! Whether you’re a golf pro or a newbie, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to try your aim on the driving range or par-3 whiffer golf, or enjoy some friendly competition with yard games!

What to expect: Driving range targets with special effectsWhiffer par-3 golf – a twist on putt-puttYard games: cornhole, connect four, and tic-tac-toeCold beverages from Bridger BrewingPizza bus including hot dogs and soft pretzels

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Guests of members welcome

DEADLINE to Register – Friday, October 4

October 2024 Mingle & Munch
2024-10-15 10:00 - 11:30
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Newcomers Club Mingle & Munch coffees are held in the homes of members. Enjoy sharing conversation and food in a friendly, casual setting.

NO COSTNo reservations necessaryCome one and all. Join the fun. Bring a guest.

Food Bank donations are encouraged.This month’s theme: Little Ones(Baby Food, Diapers, Wipes, Shampoo, Lotion)

Members: Log In for this month’s location.

We welcome guests to join us. For more information about this coffee, please Contact Us.

October 2024 Board Meeting
2024-10-24 10:00 - 12:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Gallatin Valley Newcomers ClubBoard Meeting

Thursday, October 24, 202410 am – noon

EXCURSION: Extreme History Cemetery Tour and Happy Hour
2024-10-30 16:00 - 18:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Join us for a thrilling afternoon of history and camaraderie as we explore Bozeman’s past. We’ll embrace the spirit of fall with a walking tour through Sunset Hills Cemetery. Discover the fascinating stories behind Bozeman’s early residents on this guided tour led by the Extreme History Project’s executive director Crystal Alegria. After our eerie adventure, we’ll head to the Lockhorn Cider House for a cozy happy hour to share our chilling discoveries. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to experience Bozeman’s history in a whole new way!

Limited number of spots available; members and their guests welcome

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(Non-refundable unless event is cancelled)

DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, October 27

November 2024 Luncheon
2024-11-07 11:30 - 13:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Join us at Riverside Country Club on Thursday, November 7 from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm for our monthly luncheon.

In honor of veterans, we are celebrating Women in the Military. Our speaker is Captain Sue Kerver, Founder and CEO of Two Gals and a Boat.

Winners of the 2024 Fundraiser Raffle will be drawn!

Guests are welcome.

Remember to bring your Food Bank contributions.This month’s theme: GOBBLE-GOBBLE Thanksgiving Dinner(Canned yams, Stuffing mix, Jello Mix, Packaged gravy mix, Boxed mashed potatoes, Canned Peas, Corn or Green Beans)

Where: Riverside Country Club2500 Springhill Road, Bozeman

(non-refundable unless cancelled by November 3)

Purchase a ticket to reserve your spot.DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, November 3

Contact Us if you need help to make or cancel a reservation.

November 2024 Mingle & Munch
2024-11-19 10:00 - 11:30
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Newcomers Club Mingle & Munch coffees are held in the homes of members. Enjoy sharing conversation and food in a friendly, casual setting.

NO COSTNo reservations necessaryCome one and all. Join the fun. Bring a guest.

Food Bank donations are encouraged.This month’s theme: Gobble-Gobble – Thanksgiving Dinner(Canned Yams, Stuffing Mix, Jello Mixes, Packaged Gravy Mixes, Boxed Mashed Potatoes, Canned Peas, Corn or Green Beans)

Members: Log In for this month’s location.

We welcome guests to join us. For more information about this coffee, please Contact Us.

November 2024 Board Meeting
2024-11-21 10:00 - 12:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Gallatin Valley Newcomers ClubBoard Meeting

Thursday, November 21, 202410 am – noon

EXCURSION: Lewis and Clark Nutcracker Exhibit
2024-12-10 11:30 - 14:30
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Carve out a low-key afternoon to enjoy the holiday season with some new friends! The Lewis & Clark Motel in Bozeman has over 500 nutcrackers on display from Thanksgiving through Christmas. We’ll meet there to check out the exhibit, then walk over to Jam! for lunch.

Limited number of participants Open to members only – login to reserve your spot

Where: Lewis & Clark Motel824 W. Main Street, Bozeman

Boot Scootin' Holiday Social
2024-12-11 15:30 - 17:30
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Join us at Riverside Country Club for our annual holiday event the afternoon of December 11. Enjoy delicious food and fellowship during this holiday celebration. We will also award our annual fundraiser proceeds to this year’s selected nonprofit: Family Promise of Gallatin Valley.

Guests welcome. Attire: Country CasualAppetizers, Desserts and Cash BarFood Bank: Suggested $5 donation

Reservations required — Information Below

Where: Riverside Country Club2500 Springhill Road, Bozeman

(non-refundable unless cancelled by December 8)

Purchase a ticket to reserve your spot.DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, December 8

Contact Us if you need help to make or cancel a reservation.

EXCURSION: Tour of Eagle Mount
2025-01-10 10:30 - 14:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Have you heard of Eagle Mount or driven by their beautiful property on Goldenstein? Eagle Mount was started in Bozeman over 40 years ago. It provides quality adaptive recreation and sports opportunities to people with disabilities and young people impacted by cancer, and provides support for families of participants. https://www.eaglemount.org/

Please join us at Eagle Mount to learn about their programming and volunteer opportunities and tour the facilities, including a gorgeous new barn for their many horses. If you’re able, please join us after the tour at Bridger Brewing for lunch!

Open to members and their guests.

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January 2025 Board Meeting
2025-01-23 10:00 - 12:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Gallatin Valley Newcomers ClubBoard Meeting

Thursday, January 23, 202510 am – noon

February 2025 Luncheon
2025-02-06 11:30 - 13:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Join us at Riverside Country Club on Thursday, February 6 from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm for a travel-themed luncheon.

The featured speaker will be Brian Sprenger, Bozeman Airport Manager.

Guests are welcome.

Remember to bring your Food Bank donations. This month’s theme: WAKE-UPBreakfast foods: Pancake/Waffle Mix, Toaster Pastries, Syrup, Juice, Cereal

Where: Riverside Country Club2500 Springhill Road, Bozeman

(non-refundable unless cancelled by Feb. 2)

DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, February 2

Contact Us if you need help making or cancelling a reservation before the deadline.

Crosscut 'Naturalist on Skis' Tour
2025-02-13 10:30 - 12:30
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Come explore the untraveled forests at Crosscut on a naturalist-guided ski tour! We’ll navigate the winter woods as we learn to read the landscape and identify the life that makes our forests so special.

The tour can accommodate beginner through advanced skiers. Although the class will be at a slow pace, participants should be comfortable skiing over variable terrain (groomed trails as well as on the Narrow Gauge trails and off trail in the powder).

Classic skis are required for these sessions -Rentals are available at Crosscut.

Open to members and their guests – Limited spots available

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DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, February 2

February 2025 Mingle & Munch
2025-02-18 10:00 - 11:30
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Newcomers Club Mingle & Munch coffees are held in the homes of members. Enjoy sharing conversation and food in a friendly, casual setting.

NO COST

No reservations necessary.Come and and all. Join the fun. Bring a guest.

Food Bank donations are encouraged.This month’s theme: PASTA! PASTA!(Bagged or Boxed Pasta, Canned Pasta or Pasta Meals, Pasta Sauce.)

Members: Log in for this month’s location.

We welcome guests to join us. For more information about this coffee, please Contact Us.

EXCURSION: Tour of MSU Tunnels and PBS Station
2025-02-20 10:00 - 14:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Join us on a tour of some of the 2 miles of underground Utility Tunnels essential to the operation of MSU. (Please note: there are some steep stairs down and no handicapped access, so this tour may not be appropriate for all.) We will stop for lunch at Rendezvous Campus Dining Pavilion, then continue with a tour of the PBS station, which is a joint venture between Montana State University and the University of Montana.

Open to members only and limited to 12 participants

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DEADLINE to Register – Monday, February 17, 2025

February 2025 Board Meeting
2025-02-27 10:00 - 12:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Gallatin Valley Newcomers ClubBoard Meeting

Thursday, February 27, 202510 am – noon

Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)
2025-03-06 10:30 - 12:30
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

We had to cancel the February 13 tour due to cold weather, but we’ve rescheduled for March 6. If you can make this new date, please join us! We have room for a few more people.

Explore the untraveled forests at Crosscut on a naturalist-guided ski tour! We’ll navigate the winter woods as we learn to read the landscape and identify the life that makes our forests so special.

The tour can accommodate beginner through advanced skiers. Although the class will be at a slow pace, participants should be comfortable skiing over variable terrain (groomed trails as well as on the Narrow Gauge trails and off trail in the powder).

Classic skis are required for these sessions -Rentals are available at Crosscut.

Open to members and their guests

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Where: Crosscut Mountain Sports Center16621 Bridger Canyon RdBozeman, MT 59715

Cost: $20 for program only$30 for program + Classic xc ski rental package

(Non-refundable unless a replacement is found)

DEADLINE to Register – Monday, March 3

March 2025 Mingle & Munch Coffee
2025-03-18 10:00 - 11:30
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Newcomers Club Mingle & Munch coffees are held in the homes of members. Enjoy sharing conversation and food in a friendly, casual setting.

NO COSTNo reservations necessaryCome one and all. Join the fun. Bring a guest.

Food Bank donations are encouraged.This month’s theme: FURRY FRIENDS(Dog and Cat Food, Treats, Kitty Litter)

Members: Log In for this month’s location.

We welcome guests to join us. For more information about this coffee, please Contact Us.

(In case of an unforeseen cancellation, an email will be sent to all members before the event)

March 2025 Board Meeting
2025-03-27 10:00 - 12:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Gallatin Valley Newcomers ClubBoard Meeting

Thursday, March 27, 202510 am – noon

April 2025 Social, Annual Meeting & Mini-Interest Group Fair
2025-04-03 16:30 - 18:30
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Join us at Riverside Country Club on Thursday, April 3 from 4:30-6:30 pm for a special social event that will feature our Annual Meeting and a Mini-Interest-Group Fair. The event’s theme is ‘The Magic of GVNC.’

Guests WelcomeLight Appetizers and Cash BarCost: $15

Remember to bring your Food Bank donations.This month’s theme: HIPPITY-HOPPITY Easter Dinner(Ham Slices, Boxed Scalloped or AuGratin Potatoes, Canned Green Beans, Corn or Carrots, Jello Mixes, Candy for Easter Baskets.

Make your reservation before Tuesday, April 1

Where: Riverside Country Club2500 Springhill Road, Bozeman

(non-refundable unless cancelled by April 1)

DEADLINE to Register – Tuesday, April 1

Contact Us if you need help making or cancelling a reservation before the deadline.

EXCURSION: Step-by-Step Painting with Leeann Ramey
2025-04-10 18:00 - 21:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Round up some friends for a fun evening of painting in Leeann’s new studio! She’ll guide us through creating a river and mountain landscape step-by-step so that everyone can complete their painting during class. All materials (paints, canvas, etc.) will be provided. We’ll also lightly touch on basic topics such as materials, technique and color theory.

BYO – Please feel free to bring your own drinks and snacks or even a treat to share with others if you wish.

For GVNC members and their guests only

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Where: LeeAnn Ramey Art27 North Tracy Ave.

Cost: $65 Includes all painting materials. BYO snacks or drinks

(Non-refundable unless a replacement is found)

DEADLINE to Register – Saturday, April 5

April 2025 Mingle & Munch Coffee
2025-04-15 10:00 - 11:30
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Newcomers Club Mingle & Munch coffees are held in the homes of members. Enjoy sharing conversation and food in a friendly, casual setting

NO COSTNo reservations necessaryCome one and all. Join the fun. Bring a guest.

Food Bank donations are encouraged.This month’s theme: HIPPITY-HOPPITY – EASTER DINNER(Ham Slices, Boxed Scalloped or AuGratin Potatoes, Canned Green Beans, Corn or Carrots, Jello Mixes, Candy for Easter Baskets)

Members: Log In for this month’s location.

We welcome guests to join us. For more information about this coffee, please Contact Us.

April 2025 Board Meeting
2025-04-24 10:00 - 12:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Gallatin Valley Newcomers ClubBoard Meeting

Thursday, April 24, 202510 am – noon

May 2025 Luncheon
2025-05-01 11:30 - 13:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Join us at Riverside Country Club on Thursday, May 1 from 11:30 am – 1 pm for our Spring luncheon.

The featured speaker will be Kristina Martin, Director of Development, Montana PBS, MSU-Bozeman.

Guests are welcome.

Remember to bring your Food Bank donations. This month’s theme: OLE! OLE! Mexican food: Taco Shells, Tortillas, Refried Beans, Black Beans, Salsa, Diced Chiles, Enchilada Sauce

Where: Riverside Country Club2500 Springhill Road, Bozeman

(non-refundable unless cancelled by April 27)

DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, April 27

Contact Us if you need help making or cancelling a reservation before April 27.

EXCURSION: Jim Dolan Art Studio Tour - SOLD OUT
2025-05-06 13:30 - 15:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Jim Dolan is a local sculptor with several public works around Bozeman you may recognize. Have you seen Rusty the horse by MOR, the Bleu Horses on the way to Helena, or the elk at College and Main? Those sculptures and more are his creations! We’ll visit Jim’s studio in Belgrade to hear him talk about his process and view other works on the grounds.

Afterwards, we’ll head over to Mukai Coffeehouse on 19th.

Sold out

DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, May 4

EXCURSION: Tour of Montana State Bobcat Athletic Complex
2025-05-19 10:30
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Join us for a special opportunity to tour the state-of-the-art MSU Bobcat Athletic Complex and the new Indoor Athletic Center!

After the tour, we’ll cross the street to have lunch at Bozeman Market & Deli. The sandwiches are made to order, and hot sandwiches take some to cook! Menu available here

Open to GVNC Members and their guests

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DEADLINE to Register – Friday, May 16

May 2025 Mingle & Munch Coffee
2025-05-20 10:00 - 11:30
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Newcomers Club Mingle & Munch coffees are held in the homes of members. Enjoy sharing conversation and food in a friendly, casual setting

NO COSTNo reservations necessaryCome one and all. Join the fun. Bring a guest.

Food Bank donations are encouraged.This month’s theme: OLE! OLE!(Mexican food: Taco Shells, Tortillas, Refried Beans, Black Beans, Salsa, Diced Chiles, Enchilada Sauce)

Members: Log In for this month’s location and specific directions.

We welcome guests to join us. For more information about this coffee, please Contact Us.

May 2025 Board Meeting
2025-05-22 10:00 - 12:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Gallatin Valley Newcomers ClubBoard Meeting

Thursday, May 22, 202510 am – noon

Annual Picnic - June 2025
2025-06-05 11:30 - 13:00
Crosscut Naturalist Tour (rescheduled new date)

Enjoy lunch and fellowship at the Newcomers June Picnic

Bring a chair. Guests welcome!

RSVP below for your lunch option:Reserve your choice of Sub SandwichorBring your own lunch(water, chips and dessert provided by GVNC)

SUB SANDWICH CHOICES (condiments served on the side):> Ham & Provolone with lettuce, tomatoes, onions> Turkey & Provolone with lettuce, tomatoes, onions> Vegetarian: provolone, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, green pepper, cucumber

Remember to bring your Food Bank donations.This month’s theme: FRUITS GALORE!(Canned fruit, Fruit Cups, Fruit Juice Boxes, Bagged Apples or Oranges)

Please RSVP below even if you bring your own lunch so we can have an accurate count.

Where: Bozeman Pond Pavilion, 700 S. Fowler Avenue

(non-refundable unless cancelled by May 28th )

DEADLINE to Register: Wednesday, May 28 if ordering Sub sandwich; Saturday, May 31 if bringing own lunch

Contact Us if you need help making or cancelling a reservation before the deadline.
