Gallatin Valley Newcomers Club

October 2025 Luncheon
2025-10-02 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Denver)
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Join us at Riverside Country Club on Thursday, October 2, from 11:30 am – 1 pm for our monthly GVNC luncheon.

The featured speaker is Kristin VanDeWalle, Executive Director of Befrienders of Bozeman. The Befrienders organization is the beneficiary of this year’s GVNC annual fundraiser.

Guests are welcome.

Remember to bring your Food Bank donationsThis month’s theme: Babies and Tots(Baby Food, Formula, Diapers, Wipes, Baby Shampoo and Lotion)

Where: Riverside Country Club2500 Springhill Road, Bozeman

(non-refundable unless cancelled by Sept. 28)

DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, September 28

Contact Us if you need help making or cancelling a reservation before Sept. 28.

EXCURSION: Goose Bay Handblown Glass in Townsend
2025-10-09 10:00 - 15:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Have you ever looked at handmade glass pieces and wondered how they do that? Join us for a demonstration of glassblowing technique at Goose Bay Handblown Glass! We’ll head to Townsend, get a tour from the Goose Bay owners, and move on to Bridger Brewing in Three Forks for lunch.

Open to members and their guests

For questions or to get on a waitlist, contact Cheryl

Members log-in to purchase tickets

When: Thursday, October 910:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Where: Goose Bay Handblown Glass101 S. Front Street, TownsendCarpool meeting point at northeast corner of Target parking lot in BozemanBridger Brewing75 Vigilante Way, Three Forks

Cost: $30 (covers tour and carpool fee)Lunch at Bridger Brewing is additional

DEADLINE to Register – Friday, October 3

October 2025 Mingle & Munch Coffee
2025-10-21 10:00 - 11:30
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

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 one and all. Join the fun. Bring a guest.

Food Bank donations are encouraged.This month’s theme: BABIES AND TOTS: (Baby Food, Formula, Diapers, Wipes, Baby Shampoo and 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 2025 Board Meeting
2025-10-23 10:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Gallatin Valley Newcomers Club Board Meeting

Thursday, October 23, 202510 am – noonSourdough/Hyalite Fire Station4541 S. 3rd AveBozeman

November 2025 Luncheon
2025-11-06 11:30 - 13:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Join us at Riverside Country Club on Thursday, November 6 from 11:30 am – 1 pm for our monthly luncheon featuring a special guest. Plan to be there! Bring a guest!

Join us in welcoming Dr. Brock Tessman, the dynamic new president of Montana State University! Known for his energy, student-first mindset, and powerful voice for higher education, President Tessman brings fresh vision and heart to MSU.Let’s give him a warm GVNC welcome!

Also, plan to be on hand for important updates about our annual fundraiser to benefit Befrienders of Bozeman. If you haven’t donated yet, please do so now to increase our participation goal! Donate Here.

Remember to bring your Food Bank donations.This month’s theme: TURKEY TROT (Thanksgiving dinner)Stuffing Mix, Jello Mixes, Packaged Gravy Mixes, Boxed Potatoes, Canned Peas, Corn, Green Beans, Yams

Where: Riverside Country Club2500 Springhill Road, Bozeman

(non-refundable unless cancelled by November 2)

DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, November 2

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

EXCURSION: Tour of the American Computer and Robotics Museum
2025-11-11 10:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Join us for a tour of Bozeman’s American Computer and Robotics Museum led by co-founder Barbara Keremedjiev. The museum houses exhibits and artifacts ranging from Babylonian cuneiform tablets to the first personal computers; from the enigma-code machines to early office equipment; and from robotics pioneers through the Apollo Guidance Computer that helped put humans on the Moon.

You do not need to be a computer “geek” to enjoy this museum, all you need is some curiosity!

Following the tour, we will head to Crossings Kitchen nearby for coffee/lunch.

Open to GVNC members and their guests

For more information, contact Dori

When: Tuesday, November 11, 10:00 a.m.Cost: $5 (includes tour only – coffee/lunch is your responsibility)

Where: American Computer and Robotics Museum, 2023 Stadium Drive, Unit 1-ACrossings Kitchen, 290 W. Kagy

Members login to get tickets

DEADLINE to Register – Friday, November 7Tickets are nonrefundable

November 2025 Mingle & Munch Coffee
2025-11-18 10:00 - 11:30
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

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

NO COST

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

Food Bank donations are encouraged.This month’s theme: TURKEY TROT (Thanksgiving Dinner): (Canned Yams, Stuffing Mix, Jello Mixes, Packaged Gravy Mixes, Boxed Mashed Potatoes, Canned Peas, Corn, 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 2025 Board Meeting
2025-11-20 10:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Gallatin Valley Newcomers Club Board Meeting

Thursday, November 20, 202510 am – noonSourdough/Hyalite Fire Station4541 S. 3rd AveBozeman

2025 Holiday Party
2025-12-04 16:00 - 18:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Come One, Come All!

Join us as we celebrate the season, enjoy great company, and honor our grantee Befrienders at our Holiday Party at Riverside!

Event Details:

Riverside Country Club, December 4th, 4pm – 6pm.

Tickets: $35 — purchase yours here.

Festive Fun: Bring a snow globe if you’d like to take part in our Snow Globe Exchange!

Let’s make it a joyful early evening full of laughter, cheer, and holiday spirit!

Food Bank: Suggested $5 donationTickets will go on sale November 4th, 2025.

Where: Riverside Country Club2500 Springhill Road, Bozeman

(non-refundable unless cancelled by December 1)

Purchase a ticket to reserve your spot.DEADLINE to Register – Monday, December 1

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

January 2026 Board Meeting
2026-01-22 10:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Gallatin Valley Newcomers Club Board Meeting

Thursday, January 22, 202610 am – noonSourdough/Hyalite Fire Station4541 S. 3rd AveBozeman

EXCURSION: Caldera Cacao Roasters Tour - Full, waitlist available
2026-01-29 16:30 - 17:30
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Join us for an owner-led tour of small batch dark chocolate makers, Caldera Cacao Roasters. This is a true bean-to-bar chocolate maker where every hand-made bar begins with raw cacao beans that they roast, crack and winnow, then grind into chocolate. The entire process takes place at this little chocolate factory in Bozeman! Hear the story of how this venture came to be, and learn how they make chocolate from sourcing better-than-fair trade cacao beans to making delicious, award-winning bars. Of course there will be samples!

Log-in for more information and to register Not a member? Join GVNC today!

This tour is again full. Contact Cheryl for more information or to get on the waitlist in case there are more cancellations.

February 2026 Luncheon
2026-02-05 11:30 - 13:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Rooted in the spirit of this art‑loving mountain town we’re proud to call home, the Bozeman Art Museum champions creativity, connection, and lifelong learning. BAM’s mission is simple and powerful: to spark imagination and nurture a love of art through exceptional workshops, programs, classes, and lectures that welcome everyone.

Across our community, BAM is opening doors to the arts – bringing hands‑on experiences to families, enriching classrooms, inspiring students, empowering teachers, and cultivating a dedicated team of docents and volunteers. It’s a vibrant, collaborative effort that strengthens the cultural heartbeat of Bozeman and invites each of us to play a part. Come learn more about what’s ahead at BAM.

Limited number of spots available

Food Bank Donations for FebruaryPasta! Pasta!: Bagged or Boxed Pasta, Canned Pasta, Pasta Meals, Canned Pasta Sauce

Where: Riverside Country Club2500 Springhill Road, Bozeman

(non-refundable unless cancelled by February 1)

DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, February 1

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

February 2026 Mingle & Munch Coffee
2026-02-17 10:00 - 11:30
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

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 one 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, Pasta Meals, Canned 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: MSU Women's Basketball Game
2026-02-21 14:00 - 17:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Have you been wanting to go to an MSU game, but somehow just haven’t done it? Now’s your chance! Join your fellow Newcomers to cheer on the Montana State University Women’s Basketball Team as they take on Idaho State on February 21 at 2:00 p.m. We have a block of reserved seats so that GVNC members and guests can sit together.

For those interested, we’ll also meet at Bridger Brewing for lunch before the game at 12:30.

Open to GVNC members and their guests.

Members sign in to reserve your tickets.

Deadline to register: Monday, February 9

February 2026 Board Meeting
2026-02-26 10:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Gallatin Valley Newcomers Club Board Meeting

Thursday, February 26, 202610 am – noonSourdough/Hyalite Fire Station4541 S. 3rd AveBozeman

March 2026 Mingle & Munch Coffee
2026-03-17 10:00 - 11:30
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

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 one and all. Join the fun. Bring a guest.

Food Bank donations are encouraged.This month’s theme: Hippity Hop (Easter Dinner): (Ham Slices, Boxed Scalloped Potatoes and/or Au Gratin Potatoes, Canned Green Beans, Corn, 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.

March 2026 Board Meeting
2026-03-26 10:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Gallatin Valley Newcomers Club Board Meeting

Thursday, March 26, 202610 am – noonSourdough/Hyalite Fire Station4541 S. 3rd AveBozeman

April 2026 Annual Meeting & Social
2026-04-16 16:30 - 18:30
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Please mark your calendars for Thursday, April 16, 2026, for our Annual Membership Meeting and Social—a fun opportunity to celebrate our club and all we’ve accomplished together.

Limited number of spots available

Food Bank Donations for AprilCinco de Mayo (Mexican Food): Taco Shells, Tortillas, Refried and/or Black Beans, Salsa (NO GLASS JARS), Diced Chilies, Enchilada Sauce

Where: Riverside Country Club2500 Springhill Road, Bozeman

(non-refundable unless cancelled by April 12th)

DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, April 12

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

April 2026 Mingle & Munch Coffee
2026-04-21 10:00 - 11:30
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

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

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

Food Bank donations are encouraged.This month’s theme: Cinco de Mayo (Mexican Food) Taco Shells, Tortillas, Refried and/or Black Beans, Salsa (no glass jars please),Diced chilies, Enchilada sauce.

Members: Log in for this month’s location.

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

April 2026 Board Meeting
2026-04-23 10:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Gallatin Valley Newcomers Club Board Meeting

Thursday, April 23, 202610 am – noonSourdough/Hyalite Fire Station4541 S. 3rd AveBozeman

May 2026 Luncheon
2026-05-07 11:30 - 13:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Join us for a behind‑the‑scenes look at how Montana became a magnet for filmmakers — from The Horse Whisperer and A River Runs Through It to Yellowstone and beyond.

Allison Whitmer, an MSU graduate and Montana’s Film Commissioner, has spent more than two decades helping turn Big Sky Country into Hollywood’s favorite backdrop. Rooted in the generational knowledge of her pioneer grandparents and a deep love of open spaces, she brings both professional expertise and authentic Montana spirit to her work. She is also a passionate advocate for historic preservation and youth education, especially in her home region on the Fort Peck Indian Reservation.

At our May luncheon, Allison will share stories from the set, insights into the business of filmmaking, and how the Montana Film Office supports communities across the state, including through the Big Sky Film Grant, bringing new creative projects and meaningful economic impact to Montana every year.

Come for the conversation, stay for the inspiration — and discover why Montana isn’t just beautiful, it’s film‑ready.

Limited number of spots available

Food Bank Donations for May: Four Footed Friends: Dog and Cat Food, Treats, Kitty Litter

Where: Riverside Country Club2500 Springhill Road, Bozeman

(non-refundable unless cancelled by May 3)

DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, May 3

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

May 2026 Mingle & Munch Coffee
2026-05-19 10:00 - 11:30
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

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

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

Food Bank donations are encouraged.This month’s theme: Four Footed 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.

May 2026 Board Meeting
2026-05-28 10:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Gallatin Valley Newcomers Club Board Meeting

Thursday, May 28, 202610 am – noonSourdough/Hyalite Fire Station4541 S. 3rd AveBozeman

Annual Picnic - June 2026
2026-06-04 11:30 - 13:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Enjoy lunch and fellowship at the Newcomers June Picnic

Bring a chair. Guests welcome!

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

SUB SANDWICH CHOICES from Jersey Mikes (condiments served on the side):> Ham on white with lettuce and tomato> Turkey on white with lettuce and tomato> Vegetarian on gluten free with lettuce and tomato

Remember to bring your Food Bank donations.This month’s theme: Food Bank Wish List (Pantry Staples): Flour, Sugar, Oil, Spices

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 31st )

DEADLINE to Register – Sunday, May 31

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

June 2026 Board Meeting
2026-06-11 09:00 - 15:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Gallatin Valley Newcomers ClubJune Board Meeting andAnnual Board Retreat

Thursday, June 11, 20269 am – 3:00 pm

Triple Tree Ranch Community Room58 Triple Tree Rd

EXCURSION: Saloons, Spirits and Suds Tour
2026-06-18 15:00 - 16:30
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Join us for a walking tour to explore some history about the saloons and bars of downtown Bozeman! We’ll cover gunfights, antics and other hard-to-believe adventures that occurred over the years.The tour requires walking a distance of about a mile and will last 1 to 1 1/4 hours. For those who would like to join in, we’ll stop for a beverage with the group at the end.

20 spots available

DEADLINE to Register – Monday, June 15

Open to GVNC members and their guests.

Members log in to purchase tickets and see additional details.

Not a member? Join GVNC today!

July 2026 Mingle & Munch Coffee
2026-07-21 10:00 - 11:30
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

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

No reservations necessary.Come 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.

HAPPY HOUR - Sip, Socialize and Soak Up the Montana Vibe
2026-07-23 16:00 - 18:00
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Join us for the first GVNC Happy Hour of the summer!We’ll kick back outdoors at Dry Fly Saloon in the Field and Stream Lodge for a little laughter and local flavor. Enjoy specials on beer, wine, cocktails and shareable snacks.

Open to members and guests. 40 spots available.

Members log in to register.

DEADLINE to Register – Monday, July 20

EXCURSION: Tour of the Bozeman Public Library
2026-07-30 10:00 - 11:30
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

Bozeman’s public library offers an amazing array of materials, resources, and classes! Did you know that in addition to books, they have an embroidery machine, a 3D printer and a laser cutter that you can use? Have you ever checked their list of speakers, cooking demonstrations, yoga classes and more? Here is your opportunity to tour the library and learn about all the services and activities they provide.If you’re interested, bring a snack and we’ll find a picnic spot near the library after the tour. Or stay for Gyrokinesis at 12:15 or a cooking demonstration at 1:00.

Open to GVNC members and their guests.

Members log in to purchase tickets and see additional details.

Not a member? Join GVNC today!

For more information, contact Dori

DEADLINE to Register – Friday, July 24

August 2026 Mingle & Munch Coffee
2026-08-18 10:00 - 11:30
EXCURSION: Alpacas of Montana Farm Tour

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

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

Food Bank donations are encouraged.This month’s theme: Back to School: 16 oz. Peanut Butter, Jams, Jelly, Granola Bars

Members: Log in for this month’s location.

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