Climate Smart Missoula

10/14/2026

Our team is still reveling in the amazing energy you all brought to Climate Solutions Week! Here are a few of our highlights, with more celebration to come: missoulacurrent.com/climate-solutions-week-2

10/06/2026

We were delighted to shine some light on Home ReSource's efforts to make their amazing solar array a reality - and our partnership in helping get it to the finish line - during Climate Solutions Week!

During the celebration, we were also proud to launch our fall Climate Catalyst Fund campaign: raising funds to provide electric bicycles to clients of the YWCA Missoula! More to come on the e-bike campaign. For now, check out this great coverage by NBC Montana.

In Missoula, Home ReSource is announcing a new fall project along with its brand-new interactive solar display.Thanks to the Climate Catalyst Fund, Home ReSourc

10/03/2026

There's still time to join Sunday's Climate Ride, happening at Free Cycles from 9a - noon!

There are several route options, including the family-friend Climate Protector Ride - and it's free to participate.

When climate news feels overwhelming, collective action is the antidote. Riding with us gives you a joyful, positive way to take a stand for the planet – plus its fun, inclusive, and community-driven. Celebration party to follow! Register + details: climateride.org/events/climate-ride-missoula

10/02/2026

Climate Solutions Week is still going strong through the weekend!

🌳Tree Planting Party - join us at 10A to plant trees at 1400 Burns St! During this event, we'll demonstrate how to plant a tree and discuss how to care for your trees after planting.

📝Guided Hike & Write - Get outdoors and reconnect with nature and yourself. Featuring local writers Sarah Capdeville and Katie O'Reilly, this family-friendly gathering is open to all ages and experience levels! Meet at Crazy Canyon Trailhead at noon on Saturday.

🎭 Climate Cabaret - You won't want to miss this epic event this Saturday at Free Cycles, directed by Craig Menteer and featuring the Zoo City Crooners. Come at 6:30p for a collaborative theater piece and to connect with local climate orgs; then enjoy a full-blown variety show with music, performance art and more starting at 7:30p.

🚲Climate Ride - Conclude Climate Solutions Week with a community bike ride to support local climate action! There are multiple route options, including the family-friend Climate Protector Ride, with a community party at Free Cycles to follow. Free - register at climateride.org.

More on all of the above at MissoulaClimate.org/solutions.

Thank you to our fabulous partners: The Western Montana Community Center Families for a Livable Climate Q***r Hiking Missoula ARTS Missoula 350 Montana Climate Ride

10/01/2026

It's almost: Friday! Friday! Gotta get down on Friday! (Do you know that song or are we dating ourselves...?)

Weather Rebecca Black was part of your early 2000s soundtrack or not, it's time for a new HOT TO GO! era 🌏💼👩🏼‍🎨!

Come launch your climate career with global careers coach Radhika Bhatt from 12p-1p, then explore visions of a Cool Future during the First Friday art show from 5p-8p at 131 E Main St.

Climate action can - and should - be meaningful, beautiful and fun. Details at MissoulaClimate.org/solutions.

09/30/2026

Who knew we'd be looking forward to October 1st this much?! From bugs to bills, you're going to want to block your calendar for:

☀ Solar Celebration with Home ReSource - we have some exciting news to announce during this celebration of one of our community's most visible solar arrays! Come raise a cup of coffee to this sustainability milestone and learn what's in store.

✒️Every other year, the Montana legislature moves at a whirlwind pace that we can barely keep tabs on. Luckily, we have the amazing experts at the Montana Environmental Information Center keeping us informed. Come learn what MEIC has flagged for the session ahead!

🦋Whether looking for a unique date idea or just ready from some adult-only bug time, come enjoy Happy Hour at the Butterfly House! This month's theme is focused on how climate change is impacting insects - learn, sip and enjoy.

📸A fan-favorite, the sustainable fashion show at Funk It Coffee & Thrift is back! "It's Getting Hot in Here" features several local designers you won't want to miss; arrive early, seats fill quickly! Doors at 6, show at 7p.

Details about these events and more at MissoulaClimate.org/solutions.

Thanks to our event partners: Home ReSource Montana Environmental Information Center - MEIC Missoula Butterfly House and Insectarium and Funk It Coffee & Thrift

09/29/2026

Wednesday's Climate Solutions Week line-up is all about steps you can take TODAY for a better tomorrow:

🚌 First, start you day with a sustainable commute! Log your trip with Way to Go Missoula and be entered to win a $50 Scheel's gift card. Get rewarded for decreasing pollution? Yes, please!

💵Next, spend your lunch hour learning about Sustainable Investing! Hosted by the experts at Edward Jones and Families for a Livable Climate, learn how even small investments like retirement dollars can have a major climate impact! Free and open to all + pizza & salad provided.

👷🏻‍♀️Finally, check out the DIY Home Improvement Workshop! There are many things you can do to save energy and improve comfort that are climate wins. Learn how to assess your home for leaks, get hands-on time with weatherization materials, and gain perspective on larger retrofit projects that you really can do yourself! Free and interactive.

Details on these events and more at MissoulaClimate.org/solutions.

Thanks to our event partners: Families for a Livable Climate Missoula County Department of Ecology & Extension Missoula In Motion

09/29/2026

DIY Home Improvement workshop is happening Wed, Sept 30, 6p at the Missoula County ecology & extension building. Details at MissoulaClimate.org/solutions.

09/28/2026

Pencil these fantastic events into your schedule for TOMORROW, Tues, Sept 29:

🔨Multi-solving for housing and climate is not only doable, it's better for everyone! Join us for a generative workshop on this timely and critical intersection. (8A - please RSVP at missoulaclimate.org)

🔋Go on a deep-dive with the experts about all things EVs, from cost of charging to battery life and MT's electric grid. (2PM at Missoula Public Library, 4th floor)

📽 Grab some popcorn and enjoy two short films followed by an awesome discussion about rewilding for climate! (5:30p - tickets at theroxytheater.org)

See our full lineup of Climate Solutions Week events - and get more details about the above - at missoulaclimate.org/solutions.

Thanks to our event partners: Homeword Missoula Housing Authority Clearwater Credit Union City of Missoula The Roxy Theater City of Missoula Public Works and Mobility

09/26/2026

TOMORROW, Sun, Sept 27, at 4P: Resilience Training & Community Meal

If you’ve experienced anxiety, grief, or difficult emotions related to our changing climate, you’re not alone. The good news? There are science-based strategies that can help us build personal and community resilience, so we can cope with and even thrive amidst climate chaos.

Join this free, engaging workshop with Andy Laue, LCSW of Activate Resiliency, focused on building practical skills for navigating climate emotions.

After the 90-minute workshop, stay and connect with neighbors for a community meal. Main dishes (including vegan/gf options) will be provided; side dishes to share are welcome but come no matter what!

This event is co-sponsored by Climate Smart Missoula, Families for a Livable Climate, Montana Health and Climate, and Tamarack Grief Resource Center.