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Rise and shine, Helena!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Montana Heritage Center library reopening, Cinderella ballet, and princess tea party + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Helena protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
Digital support for haulers: MDT has deployed a new system showing real-time truck parking along I-90, with updates on roadside signs and the Drivewyze app, to improve safety, reduce delays, and cut emissions statewide — get all the details.
Enhanced space for scholars: Helena’s Montana Heritage Center library will reopen March 17 with bigger research areas, a conference room, and updated research technology, with an open house March 13 offering a first look — see dates and new features.
Rivals share top honors: Carroll College’s Talking Saints captured their 36th consecutive Northwest Forensics Conference title. Helena team prepares for two national tournaments after top finishes by Olivia Smith, Jenna Hammond and Jase Frost — see standout results and what’s next.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Local wing legend: Whether you’re craving Hot, BBQ, or Gold, Suds Hut has served crispy Hut Wings since 1969, with comforting sides and a laid-back bar vibe. Keep it top of mind for nights when cooking feels overrated.
Glow-up without the fuss: When your face needs a reset, FACE Skincare Studio is the chill spot for facials, lashes, brows, and small tweaks that make mornings easier. You’ll settle in, sip something warm, then float out looking rested, polished, and like you woke up naturally put‑together.
Year-round swing fix: Right in the middle of town, Bill Roberts Golf Course pairs a friendly, playable 18 with three indoor simulators and a low-key clubhouse. Sneak in practice or a quick round when weather turns. It’s a Helena staple with zero pretense, built for everyday swings.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🍄 Glass Fused Mushroom @ The Painted Pot | Monday (3/2) at 5:30 PM – Feel like making something prettier than that half-dead pothos? Learn glass fusing while crafting a whimsical mushroom, all materials included, $45. It’s an adult class for total newbies to seasoned fusers, registration required, no refunds, just good vibes, patience, and kilns.
🎤 Not All Art Hangs on a Wall: Poetry @ Holter Museum of Art | Wednesday (3/4) at 1:30 PM – Whether your last poem was a grocery-list haiku or you keep a sonnet stash, award-winning poet Donna Davis leads a workshop inspired by Carol Hartman’s paintings and other poet-artists in the High Gallery. Adult enrichment, no cost, suggested museum donation welcomed. Low pressure, high payoff.
💝 Helena Village Collective Fundraiser @ Mt Ascension Gastropub | Thursday (3/5) at 6:00 PM – Helena Village Collective is throwing a feel-good fundraiser to support local families from bump to baby, and the pros who care for them. Swing by for community, conversation, and a good deed that pairs nicely with date night. Can’t make it? Donate here: https://www.helenavillagecollective.org/donate.html
👠Cinderella @ Helena Civic Center | Thursday (3/5) at 7:00 PM – World Ballet Company’s Cinderella is gliding into town with 40 international dancers, 150 hand-sewn costumes, and hand-crafted sets. It’s the fairy tale you know, funnier, more romantic, and danced with real polish. Bring the kids, or say you did, and savor unapologetic magic.
🧶 Make Your Own Macrame Plant Hanger! @ Keeping it Green | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – If your houseplants deserve better than the plastic pot they came in, learn macrame with Sara, the knot whisperer, and make your own hanger. $65 covers materials, a 4-inch plant, and hands-on instruction, with 10 spots, so call 406-459-6805 to reserve and pay.
🎉 Honey Beauty Lounge Grand Opening @ Honey Beauty Lounge | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Swing by Honey Beauty’s new digs for a grand opening with bubbles and bites. First 10 purchases snag a luxe gift bag, everyone’s automatically in the prize drawings, and a 50/50 helps East Helena kids get back-to-school cuts, fittingly on International Women’s Day.
👸 Princess Tea Party @ Helena Civic Center | Sunday (3/8) at 2:00 PM – If your little monarch needs an outing, Helena Civic Center hosts a Princess Tea. Expect meet-and-greets, dancing, crafts, tiny manicures, and keepsake glass. $50 general, or $150 Princess of the Day with early entry, a gift bag, the parade, and yes, adults need tickets too.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Helena report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 52°F – Low: 30°F – Precip: 4%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 52. West wind 3 to 7 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 30. West southwest wind around 7 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 56°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 56. South southwest wind around 7 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain after 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. South southwest wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Someone Googled you this week đź‘€
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
This 5.2-acre mini farm on Vulk Rd has perimeter and cross fencing, a chicken coop, round pen, lean-tos, tack room, garden space, and horse-ready amenities. Irrigation rights support alfalfa and sweeping views of Lake Helena and mountains, all close to town. The 3,264 sqft home offers 5 bedrooms plus an office. A 3-car garage adds a shop and extra storage.
Take a peek inside →
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