Bozeman Library home to events both educational & entertaining
Have you been to Bozeman Public Library lately? The downtown hub offers more than a selection of books, periodicals, and movies to its many passholders – it also hosts a number of engaging events open to the public. Here’s a look at what’s helping to kick off 2019.
The Library Lecture is sponsored by Bozeman Public Library, with the assistance of the Bozeman Art Museum and the Montana State University Library. For more information, please contact Librarian Beth Boyson at (406) 582-2413.
On Wednesday, January 23rd, local Gypsy Jazz ensemble Montana Manouche will present “The Life & Music of Django Reinhardt” in honor of Reinhardt’s 108th birthday. The event will feature a concert of his music, preceded by a presentation of his fascinating life story.
Django Reinhardt (1910-1953) was a Belgian-born Romani-French musician and composer who created the unique style of music known as Jazz Manouche, or Gypsy Jazz. Based in Paris, Django Reinhardt, Stephane Grappelli, and the Hot Club of France were the most influential of the European WWII-era jazz ensembles. This joyous and emotive style of music is performed and enjoyed all over the world. The members of Bozeman-based Montana Manouche are lead guitarist Dave Sullivan, violinist Nancy Padilla, rhythm guitarist Ray Padilla, and bassist Mike Carey.
The presentation will begin at 7pm, followed by a brief intermission. The concert portion of the evening will begin at about 7:30pm. This wonderful evening event is FREE and open to the public. To learn more about the group, please visit www.montanamanouche.com.
Helping close out the month on Wednesday, January 30th is the Bill Murray Movie Club at 6:30pm in the Library board room.
Do you love Bill Murray? Every other month, attendees will watch scenes from a Bill Murray classic and discuss the film. This works like a book club: watch the movie on your own, and meet up for commentary and discussion! The January pick is the 1993 film Groundhog Day.
A cynical TV weatherman finds himself reliving the same day over and over again when he goes on location to the small town of Punxsutawney to film a report about their annual Groundhog Day. His predicament drives him to distraction, until he sees a way of turning the situation to his advantage.
Located at 626 E Main St., Bozeman Public Library creates opportunities that inspire curiosity, exploration and connection. For more information about other library happenings, please visit www.bozemanlibrary.org. •
