MAMA Open Mic
Wednesday, December 6 // Doors at 7 PM // Open Mic begins at 7:30 PM // Free & Open to All The ZACC and the Montana Area Music Association have teamed up to create a space for music, community, collaboration, and artistic expression. Learn about MAMA’s mission, what we’re working on, and how to get involved. Meet fellow musicians, test out new songs, and build new connections. Every open mic has been a blast this year, and we would love to see you again for the last MAMA Open Mic of 2023! To learn more about the Montana Area Music Association (MAMA) visit https://mama4mt.org/. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
MPower Voices Holiday Choir Concert
Tuesday, December 19 // Door at 6:30 PM // Show at 7 PM // Free & Open to All Join MPower Voices at the ZACC for a free and festive holiday choir concert! MPower voices is a Missoula-based choir of adult individuals with disabilities. Formed in 1999 by Alayne Dolson and Malcolm Lowe, the choir was originally part of VSA Arts programming. It continues now under the umbrella of Missoula Community Chorus. MPower Voices serves the differently-abled community by offering an opportunity for social engagement and artistic expression. They serve Missoula with musical offerings that surprise and delight with their heartfelt, open manifestations of joy. MPower Voices is thrilled to be welcomed to the more focused performance setting of The Show Room at the ZACC after many years performing our Christmas concert at Southgate Mall. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Stolen Waters Summit – Closing Celebration
Friday, November 3 // Doors at 7:30 PM // Music starts at 8 // Free & Open to AllThis free celebration with music and live screen-printing ends the Stolen Waters Summit, a gathering of Indigenous writers, water protectors, artists, farmers, scholars, and musicians to celebrate Native vision and resistance to the plunder of the planet. Includes a performance by Foreshadow and an art demo with shirt printing by the artist SABA. Bring your own shirt or other fabric for printing!Dylan Running Crane is a singer-songwriter from Browning, Montana, a place that remains the subject of most of her work. Her vibe is country meets rez-folk meets tender and silly. Check out her work with Cry Baby – https://crybabymissoula.bandcamp.com/track/missoulaJoseph Running Crane is a singer/songwriter from Browning, MT, the cultural and administrative center of the Amskapii Piikunii nation of the Blackfoot Confederacy. – josephrunningcrane.bandcamp.com/Learn more about the Stolen Waters Summit by visiting stolenwaters.org. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Sex Trivia, a Fundraiser for the Western MT LGBTQ+ Center
Wednesday, November 8 // Doors at 6:30 PM // Trivia from 7 to 9 PM // $10-$20 Sliding Scale Tickets // Bar Open for 21+ (Attendees Can Bring Personal Food, but not Beverages) // Ages 18 & Up Bring your friends, grab a drink, and see how much you know about sex! Sex Trivia is coming to Missoula! Hosted by Papaya Project, a Seattle-based non-profit, this fun and educational event is an invitation to test your knowledge on a wide range of sex and sexuality-related topics. Get ready to challenge yourself, learn something new, and have a good time. There will be a raffle at the event and prizes for the winning trivia team! Trivia teams will consist of 4-5 people. You can make your own team or show up and join/create a team on the spot. Folks of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to attend. Pricing details: The purpose of this event is both to provide a fun space to learn about sex, and to support the LGBTQIA+ community in Montana. A portion of each ticket will be donated to the Western Montana LGBTQ+ Community Center (aka The Center), a Missoula-based non-profit that offers events and free spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals, groups, and communities to host one-time events or ongoing meetings focused on identity development and self-care, empowerment, leadership development, community engagement, and overall wellness. All of the trivia questions will be read aloud and displayed on the screen. At least one member of each team must be able to provide written responses to trivia questions on the paper provided. Inclusivity: We do our best to make trivia questions inclusive of all bodies and sexualities, but we acknowledge that we will not be able to provide accurate or nuanced representation of every experience. Thank you for understanding. About the Facilitators:Naomi Price-Lazarus (she/her) is Seattle-based Sex Educator. Naomi is the Founder of Papaya Project, a non-profit that offers comprehensive sexuality education and social-emotional learning opportunities to youth and adults. Naomi is passionate about creating pleasure-focused, queer, and shame-free educational spaces for people of all backgrounds to learn about and celebrate their bodies and sexualities. Although she currently lives in Seattle, she previously spent many months in Missoula and is excited to visit and host this event! Follow her @PapayaProjectOrg Naomi will be joined by guest host Andy Nelson (he/him), the Executive Director at The Center. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
MAMA Open Mic
Thursday, November 2 // Sign-up for Open Mic 7-7:30 PM // Open Mic begins at 7:30 PM // Free & Open to All Join us for MAMA’s Open Mic at the ZACC, where we bring together the community and spotlight a variety of musicians each month. Meet other music enthusiasts, connect, network, collaborate, and showcase your skills. This unique event brings together musicians, music industry professionals, and fans of all genres. Sign-up for the open mic portion of the evening and take the stage! Don’t miss this opportunity to make music magic with folks you might just know for the rest of your music-making days. To learn more about the Montana Area Music Association (MAMA) visit https://mama4mt.org/. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Second Nature: An Art-Science Exploration of our Posthuman Landscapes, ft. Anne Yoncha
Monday, October 23 // Door at 6:30 PM // Talk from 7 to 8 PM // Free & Open to All University of Montana’s Second Annual Elers Koch Lecture Series, ‘Second Nature: An Art-Science Exploration of our Posthuman Landscapes’, featuring Anne Yoncha, Professor of Art at Metropolitan State University Denver, and Fulbright Fellow in Finland. Anne is also a UM MFA alumna, and a Researcher with High Altitude Bioprospecting (HAB). For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Cowboy Andy & The Salamanders Album Release Party!
Friday, October 6 // 5-7 PM // Free & Open to All Head over to the ZACC at 216 W Main St on Friday, October 6, anytime between 5-8 PM for the 2023 Missoula Monster Project Gallery Opening! The ZACC bar will be open and folks will be able to purchase beverages for their enjoyment during the event. Monsters will be available for purchase on a first-come, first-served basis – so arrive early to snag your favorite! The 9th Annual Missoula Monster Project Opening will also feature the album release party for Cowboy Andy & The Salamanders from 5 to 7 PM in the ZACC Show Room – totally free and open to all ages! Bring your kids, check out all the monsters, and rock out with Cowboy Andy & the Salamanders! There will also be MONSTER CAKE. Did we mention this is all FREE?! To learn more about the Montana Area Music Association (MAMA) visit https://mama4mt.org/. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
MAMA Open Mic
Wednesday, October 4 // Sign-up for Open Mic 7-7:30 PM // Open Mic begins at 7:30 PM // Free & Open to All Join us for MAMA’s Open Mic at the ZACC, where we bring together the community and spotlight a variety of musicians each month. Meet other music enthusiasts, connect, network, collaborate, and showcase your skills. This unique event brings together musicians, music industry professionals, and fans of all genres. Sign-up for the open mic portion of the evening and take the stage! Don’t miss this opportunity to make music magic with folks you might just know for the rest of your music-making days. To learn more about the Montana Area Music Association (MAMA) visit https://mama4mt.org/. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Art for Creatives Presents ‘Creative Connections’
Social Hour Vibes Curated by Auntie EThe professional equivalent of speed dating, exclusively for adult creatives of all levels. Meet other like-minded aspiring or professional creatives in a fun and lively environment! Sunday, October 15 // Doors at 6:30 PM // Event from 7 to 9 PM // $15 (Tickets purchased prior to 10/1 receive a complimentary drink ticket*) *Can be used toward non-alc beverages for those under 21. MARK YOUR CALENDAR: On October 15th, Art For Creatives and Zootown Arts are hosting a creative networking event like no other. (Creative Connections is an 18+ event, but adult creatives of all levels, industries, and aspirations are welcome!) Consisting of four paired rounds followed by an unstructured “social hour” mixer, Creative Connections is the professional equivalent of speed dating, exclusively for adult creatives. The event will provide a space for Missoula creatives to connect with other like-minded individuals in a fun and lively environment. Beverages (alcoholic and non) will be available to purchase on site. Tickets go on sale 9/12/2023 at 12 PM MST. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
A Celebration of Belonging: Shedding Light on Trauma Awareness & Resilience
Friday, September 22 // Door at 7 PM // Event begins at 7:30 PM // $10 // $15 WMMHC Supporter Ticket Enjoy the shimmering lyrics and melodies of Missoula’s own award-winning singer/songwriter Azure Larkwood. Expand, delve deeply, and grow through the teachings, wisdom, song, and regalia of Salish culture keeper and inspired performer Buck Hitswithastick. Proceeds and raffle ticket sales support WMMHC DEI(B) programming, trauma resilience education, and relief. Raffle prizes incude generous offerings from The Good Food Store, Mountain Rose Herbs, Kendra Scott Jewelry, Goldish Designs, Sufficiently Twisted Yoga, The Trailhead, Meadowsweet Hearbs, Rockin’ Rudy’s, and more! For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
