Good morning, Helena.

Lewis and Clark Brewing Company is installing about 275 solar panels on its brewery roof to produce 150 kilowatt hours of power and lower its energy bill by 30—40% using funds from a large infrastructure bill.

Around 200 panels were already in place as of April 22nd and the full installation will be completed in three weeks.

A recent report from the American Lung Association said the Helena area averaged 10 days of unhealthy air each year, ranking 20th in the nation for short-term particle pollution.

Lewis and Clark Public Health said exhaust and wildfires drive the pollution—officials monitor levels and issue alerts—and they advise residents to plan outdoor activities with care.

Shodair Children's Hospital announced that Stockman Bank became the premier leadership sponsor of its Hope Campaign with a $250,000 gift to help close financial gaps in mental health, genetic, and allied care services.

The donation strengthened the hospital's role as Montana's designated medical genetics program.

Stockman Bank donated $250,000 to Shodair Children's Hospital—making it the Premier Leadership Sponsor of Shodair's Hope Campaign.

HYP Mingle at Ten Mile Creek Brewery

6-8 p.m. — Ten Mile Creek Brewery — Free microbrews for members — Unwind with friends while enjoying local brews at a great venue.

Unravel The Scratchgravels XC

11 AM – 3 PM — Echo lane trailhead — Supports local cycling initiatives — Experience premier cross-country racing on Helena's stunning single-track trails.

Winter Dance Party Concert in Helena

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Ticket prices unknown — Experience the ultimate tribute to Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper's final tour.

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.)

Don’t Fence Me In Trail Run

7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Pioneer Park — Kids 12 and under register for free — Celebrate a beloved Helena tradition with various trail run events supporting local parks and trails.

Resonance: An Evening of Art Inspiring Art

5:30-9:00 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Check event details for cost — Experience a reimagined production from the Cohesion Dance Project highlighting the intersection of art forms.

2025 North Star Subdivision Community Garage Sale

1-7 p.m. — North Helena Storage — Free entry — Discover hidden treasures and community spirit at the annual neighborhood garage sale.

Mount Helena’s Changing Forest Field Trip

9:00 AM - 12:45 PM — Delta Hotels Helena Colonial — Free — Discover how 7th graders monitor forest health in Helena with expert foresters.

Water Girl: Screening and Talkback

7 p.m. — The Myrna Loy — Special screening — Experience a supernatural drama film inspired by gbanje mythology.