Good Day
Helena
Saturday, November 29th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army of Helena is aiming to raise $70,000 for food pantry, rent assistance, and transitional living and has reached one third of its goal. Red kettles are set up at 12 local spots and accept donations until Christmas Eve — volunteers may sign up to help. KTVH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Joy Kelso – a local ceramic artist, U.S. Army veteran and Carroll College alumna – has taken over Queen City Framing & Art Supplies in the Lundy Center, marking a new chapter for the business. Independent Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ After 10 months of sales, grant writing and fundraising, the Clay Arts Guild made a down payment to purchase its building in Helena to secure its future. Independent Record
- ➤ Today, the Clay Arts Guild of Helena opened its 20th holiday pop-up shop in the former Joslin’s Furniture location at the corner of Euclid Ave. — N. Benton Ave, where about 50 local artists sell items like mugs, plates, ornaments and vases with 75% of profits going to them; the shop is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. except on Mondays until Dec. 24. KTVH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana Fish and Wildlife Commissioners proposed changes to the 2026/2027 hunting regulations after proposals from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks were released last month—public comments on the proposals will be accepted until December 1. The final rules will be set on December 4 at the Capitol with Zoom registration due by noon on December 3. MontanaRightNow
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Laurel will host a new behavioral health facility funded by House Bill 5 that will channel $26.5 million to expand mental health services in the region. DPHHS Director Charlie Brereton said Laurel’s strong health care resources — a key factor for future success — helped secure the plan. MontanaRightNow
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Carroll College will face Montana Tech for playoff redemption in today's second round of the NAIA playoffs+ Coach Troy Purcell says the game will be decided by key plays and the team playing its best. 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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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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The Nutcracker Ballet
2:00-3:30 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Tickets may be required — Experience the magic of the classic holiday ballet featuring enchanting music and beautiful choreography.
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Live Music @ Safeway with Dan Henry
11 AM - 3 PM — Safeway — Free entry — Enjoy live Christmas music while picking up last-minute holiday items.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.
~ Pablo Picasso
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