Good morning, Helena.

Helena marked Feb. 23 as Joel Peden Day to honor disability rights advocate Joel Peden after his sudden passing last month; his work with Ability Montana advanced accessibility + improved the lives of people with disabilities.

A Chicago couple finished tours of all 50 state capitols and ended their journey in Helena+they said every statehouse and its people share common traits that reflect local government traditions.

Helena Public Schools hosted Winter Trades Day on Tuesday at the Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds, offering over 100 high school students hands-on learning in welding, electrical, plumbing, and more.

Organizers plan to run the event again next year to help boost the local trade workforce.

Helena Public Schools hosted Winter Trades Day Tuesday at the Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds, where over 100 students explored nine trade stations including welding and plumbing.

The event provided hands-on learning for future careers in trades.

Late disability rights advocate Joel Peden was honored posthumously as his wife and son accepted a proclamation from the Helena mayor — a GoFundMe was launched to support his family.

Helena's Spring Art Walk

Helena's Spring Art Walk: Visit 100+ artists in-person, on display at more than 40 business hosts from 4 - 8pm. Start by picking up your map at Omerta Arts to win prizes, see two great new exhibitions, real artist studios, live music, BBQ + ice cream, then shuttle to the library and wander back (800 Front St.)

Dueling Pianos Battle 1

7-11 p.m. — Best Western Premier Helena Great Northern Hotel — $35-$55 — Enjoy a night of singing, dancing, and comedy in a lively piano showdown.

Dueling Pianos Showdown

7-11 PM — Best Western Premier Helena Great Northern Hotel — No cover charge — Enjoy an entertaining musical battle between two local organizations while supporting a great cause.

The Black Jacket Symphony Presents: Pink Floyd's The Wall

4-6 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Tickets required — Experience a note-for-note recreation of Pink Floyd’s iconic The Wall, plus a full set of greatest hits.