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Helena
Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Helena Food Share Turkey Challenge will take place at Lewis & Clark Library this Friday, where community members can donate food or funds to help ensure that everyone has a meal. This event aims to support those in need in our local community. Independent Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nine environmental groups have filed a complaint against NorthWestern Energy’s plan to supply huge amounts of power to data centers—this move is being challenged for its potential environmental impact. Independent Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The FAA lifted flight restrictions from 40 major airports set during the longest government shutdown, easing delays and cancellations at Helena Regional Airport—passengers now enjoy better connections as the agency’s decision helps restore smooth travel and local staff keep working despite federal pay issues. Valerie Hellermann, traveling internationally, said she felt relieved to see these changes. KXLH
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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.)
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Queen City Ballet's The Nutcracker
2:00-3:30 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting ballet featuring battling soldiers and a growing Christmas tree in a magical holiday tradition.
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Nutcracker on the Rocks
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Table seating available — Experience a rock-n-roll twist on the holiday classic with live performances and a dynamic cast of dancers.
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Frozen Jr.
5 PM — Grandstreet Theatre — Cost information not specified — Experience a magical musical journey with beloved characters and unforgettable songs from the animated classic.
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Helena Holiday MADE Fair
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Lewis & Clark County Fairgrounds — Admission fee may apply — Discover unique handcrafted gifts that tell a story this holiday season.
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Helena Holiday MADE Fair
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Lewis & Clark County Fairgrounds — Cost info not provided — Explore unique handcrafted gifts and support local artisans this holiday season.
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Python for Scientists Training/Class
Dec 8-12 — The Training Den Helena — $2250 — Enhance your Python programming skills with expert-led courses tailored for scientists.
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Free NeuroMotion Brain-Body Movement Class-Thursday Dec 11 @ 1:30pm- Lewis & Clark Library
NeuroMotion is a fun, interactive brain-body class that uses 10 simple stations to engage physical movement and cognitive skills focusing on memory, attention, processing speed, and executive functioning. The session is designed for adults of all abilities, with both standing and seated options available and taught by Montana's only Certified Brain Health Trainer.
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Cookies And Cocoa - Holiday Open House and Cookie Potluck
Join us from 6pm-8pm for one of our favorite community nights of the year! Bring your favorite holiday cookie to share and we will provide hot cocoa, studios to explore, live artists demos, and holiday shopping in the gallery.
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Book Reading and Kids Craft with author Deb Halliday
Bring the family at 10:30am and enjoy a cozy morning as Deb reads from her new children’s book Fox and Moon. Afterward, kids can make a fox-themed craft to take home.
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A Phill Aaberg Christmas Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Myrna Loy — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting evening of diverse musical styles by Grammy-nominated composer Philip Aaberg.
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