The Arts Council of Big Sky hosted its 20th annual Madrigal Dinner at Buck’s T-4 Lodge on Dec. 5, when more than 175 guests gathered to ring in the coming holiday season. Traditional themes highlighted the dinner, including a boar’s head procession, Wassail bowl, a flaming pudding dessert and the annual Christmas toast.
The sold out event featured festive décor and a three-course feast prepared by Buck’s T-4 chefs, which included a salad with roasted butternut squash and feta cheese, a roasted New York Strip entrée, and a dessert featuring chocolate cake and a brûléed banana.
Throughout the evening, eclectic holiday music performed by Montana State University’s Chorale, the MSU Brass Quintet and the MSU Montanans drifted in and out of guests’ conversations at the long dinner tables. The MSU School of Music has been performing the Madrigal Dinner for 51 years, 20 of those in Big Sky.
“It’s a way to showcase the talent that’s at MSU for the student singers and the school of music,” said ACBS Executive Director Brian Hurlbut. “It represents a cross section of people in Big Sky. You have people in their 20s and people in their 80s.”
Overall, the historic event represents a festive tradition, and one that Hurlbut equates to the beginning of the giving season.
“Like all Madrigal dinners, I enjoy seeing all the people who come and watching everyone get into the holiday spirit,” Hurlbut said. “It’s a real warm, fuzzy event. Everyone tells me it’s the kickoff to the holiday season.” – Joseph T. O’Connor
Bike Big Sky is a FREE community mountain biking group with BSCO and Gallatin Alpine Sports. Meet at posted locations at 6 p.m. Monday evenings. Visit BSCO.org or swing by
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Bike Big Sky is a FREE community mountain biking group with BSCO and Gallatin Alpine Sports. Meet at posted locations at 6 p.m. Monday evenings. Visit BSCO.org or swing by GAS for ride information.
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July 29 (Monday) 6:00 pm - October 7 (Monday) 6:00 pm
Hike Big Sky is a FREE guided hike for our community and visitors alike. A different trail will be featured each Monday at 9 a.m. Visit BSCO.org for trail description
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Hike Big Sky is a FREE guided hike for our community and visitors alike. A different trail will be featured each Monday at 9 a.m. Visit BSCO.org for trail description information. Please wear layers, bring water and snacks. Bear spray recommended.
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August 5 (Monday) 9:00 am - October 7 (Monday) 12:00 pm
Bike Big Sky is a FREE community mountain biking group with BSCO and Gallatin Alpine Sports. Meet at posted locations at 6 p.m. Monday evenings. Visit BSCO.org or swing by
Event Details
Bike Big Sky is a FREE community mountain biking group with BSCO and Gallatin Alpine Sports. Meet at posted locations at 6 p.m. Monday evenings. Visit BSCO.org or swing by GAS for ride information.
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August 5 (Monday) 6:00 pm - October 14 (Monday) 6:00 pm
Join Santosha, BASE and Gourmet Gals to bring you a donation based all levels community yoga lunch break class every Wednesday throughout the summer. It will be
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Join Santosha, BASE and Gourmet Gals to bring you a donation based all levels community yoga lunch break class every Wednesday throughout the summer. It will be taught by a variety of teachers from Santosha and BASE. This summer all proceeds will go to Big Sky Band-Aid, aside from the first one on the 26th that is happening during Pride week- all funds donated for that class will go to Big Sky OUT. A delicious lunch will also be served by Gourmet Gals following our practice each Wednesday (included in donation). You are welcome to donate with cash at the event or you can Venmo @Santoshabigsky and make a note for Community Yoga. Hope to see you in the Park!
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August 7 (Wednesday) 12:00 pm - October 7 (Monday) 1:00 pm