Good morning, Helena.

A caregiver dropped off 37 stray cats at Lewis & Clark Humane Society, where staff swiftly coordinated surgeries to prepare them for adoption—16 cats have been placed in foster care, and four have already been adopted—while remaining kittens will be nurtured until they are ready for a permanent home.

Carroll College is expanding its online and hybrid programs in Helena to improve access for traditional, transfer and graduate students while supporting Montana’s workforce needs.

The college will offer career-focused courses that build on its Master of Social Work and Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs — a change shaped by input from campus leaders and community members.

At Tuesday night’s open house, Helena Public Schools presented details of the new Helena High School project—a $147.1 million plan that includes demolition and asbestos abatement and aims to open in 2028 to 2029.

General contractor proposals will be due December 8 with interviews on December 16 — community input is set to guide key design decisions as officials move forward.

Tuesday night the community attended an open house at Helena High to review plans for the new school campus funded by a $240 million bond—focusing on alternative learning, athletics and a new kitchen—and construction will begin next summer with the school set to open for 2028 to 2029 school year.

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.)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.