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06/17/2026

✨ Weather Update for Beyond the Big Sky ✨

Friday night is currently projected to bring clear skies, making it a great evening for stargazing at the Montana Learning Center!

Join us June 19th or 20th for Public Stargazing Nights featuring special guest speaker Jim Manning. The evening begins at sunset with Native Skies, Native Stories, followed by telescope viewing in MLC’s observatories with Montana Learning Center staff and volunteers from the Helena Astronomical Society.

With Friday’s forecast looking promising, now is the time to make your plans.

🎟️ Tickets are limited and must be purchased online in advance.
Reserve your spot today:
https://montanalearning.org/beyond-big-sky/

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06/15/2026

-🌟 Explore the night sky AND Southwest Montana! 🌟

Our first public stargazing nights are this Friday and Saturday, and families attending Beyond the Big Sky will receive a FREE planisphere — a $10 value — plus a free travel guide, thanks to our friends at Southwest Montana! Available while supplies last.

Don’t miss your chance to make memories under the stars. ✨

Get your tickets now before they’re gone!
https://montanalearning.org/beyond-big-sky/

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06/12/2026

-💎 Have you seen it yet?

The stunning 2.92-carat Montana sapphire donated by Mr. Gene Hodge is now on display at Imagine Designs Jewelry Studio in downtown Helena—and it will be there until our fundraiser on September 12!

This one-of-a-kind sapphire was personally discovered and cut by Gene, appraised at $9,500, and the winner will also receive a custom setting from Imagine Designs valued up to $3,000.

That’s a prize worth up to $12,500. 🤯

🎟️ Raffle tickets:
$5 each or 5 for $20 or 25 for $100

📍 Get yours at:
- Imagine Designs Jewelry Studio - Montana
- Montana Learning Center
- Select community events

Every ticket helps support the Montana Learning Center and the good work we do to inspire learners of all ages. Stop by Imagine Designs, see this incredible sapphire in person, and grab your chance to win something truly unforgettable. 💙

Winner announced September 12 at our annual fundraiser!

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