OOPS! Due to a scheduling error, our previously posted mingle at the Hawthorn has been cancelled. Keep an eye out for a newly announced event and we hope to “cheers” you there!

Join HYP members and non-members, as we gather for good tunes, cold drinks, and a chance to connect with conservation partners working to keep Montana wild! The Ferrell Hogs will be tearing up the stage and there will be beer, wine, and sodas available for purchase from Ten Mile Creek Brewing (no outside alcohol, please).

This event is FREE & family friendly. Bring a chair, your friends, and your love for wild places. Parking is limited, so please park downtown and walk up to the building if possible.

Wild Montana is launching Bands for Lands, a brand-new concert series at the historic Bluestone building in Helena (office of Wild Montana and CDTC), that brings together live music, local beer, and a shared love for Montana’s wild places.

Directions to the Bluestone Building

(This will replace our previously announced Hawthorn mingle as they are closed on Mondays. We hope to see you at Bands for Lands as we celebrate Montana and what makes it so special)

On Friday, June 27th at 1:00pm - Take a break from your inbox and join HYP for our Networking Lunch at Dear Potato! Expect good vibes, great convos, and even better bites! Think piroshki, borscht, and sweet treats served with a side of community connection. Whether you’re new to HYP or a seasoned regular, this is the perfect chance to meet fellow young professionals in a laid-back, delicious setting. All are welcome: members and non-members alike!

Bonus! HYP members: flash your 2025 member card at checkout to receive 10% off your order!

Directions to Dear Potato

Join HYP for our first hike of the season! Get out and stretch those legs on the Mt. Helena 1906 trail. This trail is about a 3.1-mile out-and-back. Generally considered a moderately challenging route and will take us about 2-2.5 hours to complete. Come join us at the Mt. Helena trailhead at 6:00pm ready with hiking shoes and water.

Directions to Mount Helena Trailhead - located at the end of Reeder’s Village Drive. There is a parking lot at this trailhead but a limited number of spots during the summer months

Join HYP for a happy hour at Blackfoot River Brewing Company! HYP members and non-members are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there!

Click here for directions to Blackfoot River Brewing

On June 4th, Helena Young Professionals is partnering with Teasley Consulting to bring you Roadmaps & Resumes!

This unique professional development workshop will introduce you to practical tools inspired by systems used in engineering and manufacturing, helping you optimize how you approach both your career and everyday challenges. You’ll leave with fresh strategies to set direction, streamline decisions, and build a career path with purpose.

Need a second set of eyes on your resume? Bring your latest version for personalized feedback in a relaxed, collaborative setting. There’s no better time to refine your resume than when you’re already thinking big about your future and surrounded by others doing the same.

Roadmaps & Resumes is part strategy session, part networking event, and all-around worth your time! Oh, and yes... there will be food and drinks!

$15 HYP members and $20 non-members

Click here to register
Directions to the DoubleTree Hotel

Join HYP for a networking lunch at The Union! Come take a break in the work day to meet up and refuel in a casual setting.

HYP members and non-members are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there!

Directions to The Union

Bears are a fact of life here in Montana. Do you know what to do if you encounter one? Join HYP and MT FWP on Wednesday, May 21st, for a free training on staying safe in bear country! Learn how to handle bear spray, how to avoid attracting bears, and how to safely hike and camp in bear habitat. We will be at the Montana WILD Auditorium from 7-8pm.

Directions to Montana WILD

Update your resume or social media profile photos with a professional headshot, courtesy of Edwin Glass Photography! Dress in formal or business casual attire, and meet with HYP at the Miner's Fountain at the corner of the Downtown Helena Walking Mall & Broadway St. This event is free to HYP members & $15 for non-members. You'll receive copies of your finished and professionally edited photos via email sometime after the event. This event is weather-dependent and limited to 25 participants.

Click here to register

Directions to Miner’s Fountain (at the corner of the Downtown Helena Walking Mall & Broadway St., near Birds and Beasleys)

Join HYP for a fun glow yoga event with Crown and Wing Studio!

Both HYP members and non-members are welcome. Ticket pricing is $25 for members and $30 for non-members which includes the following:

This will be a two hour event that will entail putting on glow in the dark body paint, 60 min yoga session, and striking a pose for picture time. Yoga mats, towels, and paint will be provided at the event. Please remember to bring water and wear clothing you don't mind getting paint on. For extra fun, wear neon or white colors to bring out the glow!

This yoga session will focus on breathing, flexibility, and some cardio dance. The music we will be jamming to are all from the 90s. Bring a friend and join in on glowing it up!

Please purchase your tickets here by 6:00pm on 05/12/2025. We look forward to seeing you there!

Directions to Crown & Wing Studio

Join HYP for coffee and conversation at 1889 Coffee House. Grab a coffee and chat with other HYPsters!

Directions to 1889

Mead Brewers, Connoisseurs, and novices alike join us for a night of merriment as we celebrate the history, mystery, and legends surrounding the world’s oldest spirit…mead!

It is time to gather around the table and tell tales old and new about brewing disasters and triumphs. Sing songs and recite poems, we’ll swap recipes, tell jokes, and dress for the occasion. As honey turns to mead and the caterpillar changes into a butterfly, this spring’s theme shall be metamorphosis.

Click here to purchase your ticket today! HYP members receive a special discount when purchasing tickets online with code HYP2025!

Volunteer for World Migratory Bird Day at Montana Wild!

Join Helena Young Professionals in celebrating one of Helena’s longest-running traditions—World Migratory Bird Day! For over 20 years, this event has brought the community together to appreciate and protect our feathered friends.

We’re looking for volunteers to help make this event soar! Your time and enthusiasm will help create a fun, educational experience for all attendees.

This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with nature, give back to the community, and support conservation efforts that make Helena a better place to live.

Let’s make this a bird-tastic day—sign up to volunteer today!

Click here to register

*Date changed to May 1st

Start your week with great company and a refreshing beverage at Ten Mile Creek Brewery!

HYP members receive 2 free microbrews with their membership card, so bring yours and bring a friend! Not a member yet? No better time to join!

Come mingle, unwind, and support a great local business. See you there!

Join HYP for a networking lunch at Nosh Cafe. Come take a break in the work day to meet up and refuel in a casual setting. We'll be hanging out in the cafe for about an hour. Remember to show your HYP card and get 10% off!

HYP members and non-members are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there!

Hey y’all! Get ready to learn some of our favorite flashy moves and rapid-fire combos!

You’ll be burning up the dance floor with this energetic and improvisational style, so let’s get out there and tear it up!

Click here to purchase your ticket! Member Price $15, non-members $20

Volunteer for the Empowered Awards: Celebrating Women Who Inspire!

This is more than just an awards ceremony—it’s a celebration of resilience, leadership, and the incredible women shaping the Greater Helena Area. The Empowered Awards, hosted by YWCA Helena, honor the trailblazers, the change-makers, and the women who inspire us all.

Helena Young Professionals has the opportunity to be part of this unforgettable evening, and we need your help! We’re looking for volunteers to step into key roles, including:

✨ Registration Agents – Be the first warm welcome guests receive! You’ll greet attendees, check names on spreadsheets, hand out tickets, and provide top-tier customer service to set the tone for the night.

✨ Social Greeters – Keep the evening flowing smoothly by assisting guests in the food and drink lines, ensuring efficiency while making everyone feel welcome.

✨ Ushers – Guide guests to their seats and make sure they’re comfortable during the movie and presentation. You’ll be a key player in keeping the event seamless and enjoyable.

✨ Stage Manager – Support presenters and award winners as they navigate the stage. You’ll help them move efficiently through the dark and ensure everyone is in place when needed.

✨ Swag Bag Handlers – Send guests off with a smile! You’ll hand out goodie bags at the end of the night and wish everyone a wonderful evening.

This is your chance to support an event that uplifts women, builds community, and makes Helena a stronger, more inclusive place. Come be part of something powerful—sign up to volunteer today!

Because when women rise, we all rise.

Click here to register

Unfortunately, this series is now postponed. We are working on restructuring the series and are excited to offer another one in the future!

April 3rd - See the Flow: A Value Stream Mapping Workshop

Value Stream Mapping is a systematic way to assess risk and identify ways to improve your business. You will learn the most common wastes in business and ways to mitigate these. During this workshop, we will be diving into your production system and creating a current process map that can be used as a starting point for your value stream mapping exercise.

April 10th = Business Health Check: Establishing KPIs

The final installment of the series will utilize the other learnings to bring together a way to track your success and goals for your company. We will talk through key performance indicators for your business and establish a series of initiatives you can use today.

Join Helena Young Professionals for a fun night of improv! We'll learn to play several exciting improv games, focusing on team building and finding characters where they are least expected. We'll meet in Lewis and Clark library's small community room. Pizza and drinks will be provided. No prior experience is necessary. Hope to see you there!

📅 Date: Friday, March 28th

🕙 Time: 6pm to 8pm

📍 Location: Silver Star Steakhouse Governor’s Room

HYP will be putting on a wine tasting partnering with Silver Star Steak Co. We will be tasting several (~4) fun wines with beautiful stories. Opportunities to learn, enjoy, and share the joy of vino with others :) Light snacks will be provided. Ticket costs will be $40 dollars for non-HYP members, and $30 dollars for HYP members. Max of 30 guests - RSVP not required, no guarantees for walk ins. The Governor’s Room is downstairs to the left of the host stand. The hosts will direct you to the event when you arrive.

Get your ticket here!

The 5S Advantage: Lean Your Way to Success

During this introductory 30-minute workshop, learn lean principles and the power of 5S. Learn practical ways to apply this tool in your business and everyday life.

$10 per person (includes all 3 workshops in the series)

Click Here to Register; a Virtual link for meeting will be provided by event host, Teasly Consulting, on the week of each workshop.

Join HYP on Saturday, March 22nd at 6:00pm for a bonfire outing by Priest Pass. Both HYP and non-HYP members are welcome!

We will meet up at the trailhead and start hiking by 6:00pm. The hike is about one mile on fairly even terrain to the bonfire location. Wear shoes for snow/mud as appropriate given the weather. HYP will be providing s'mores but remember to bring your own drinks, headlamp, and ice cleats.

Click here for directions to the trailhead

To get to the trailhead, drive west out of town on Highway 12 toward Missoula. Turn right towards Priest Pass. At the T, keep left. Drive until the road takes a sharp left. Then, the parking area will be on your right.

Shake it off and sing your heart out!
Whether a Swiftie or kicking it old school, if you love to sing or listen to friends sing, join HYP for karaoke at Hap's! Some pizza and breadsticks will be provided by HYP (Hap's allows outside food).

HYP will be officially there from 8pm to 10pm, but feel free to stay longer, Hap's runs karaoke until 1am!

Please Register here if you think you’ll be there! This helps us get a better estimate on how much food to provide.

Get Lucky with HYP and DJ Matt Schmidt! 🍀 Put on your green, grab your dancing shoes, and hit the dancefloor for an evening of swing, country swing, sea shanties, and Irish punk! And of course, we’ll keep the party going with all the best classic and modern bangers as the night heats up!

Welcome to a Helena Young Professionals fun night at Jmacs Pottery! We will be making small sculpture trays. Jmacs will provide pizza from Papa Rays, so come ready to create and eat. Class will be from 5pm to 7:30pm and could possibly last until 8pm. Feel free to bring your own drinks.

Jmacs staff will finish your projects, which you can pick up by March 23rd.

Non-members are encouraged to join us. Price is $45, which includes dinner, clay, glaze, and firing fees.

Jmacs Pottery studio is located 9 Microwave Hill Rd B in Montana City.

Click here to register.

HYP Volunteers: Made in Montana Tradeshow

📅 Date: Saturday, March 8th

🕒 Time: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM

📍 Location: Lewis & Clark County Fairgrounds

Join Helena Young Professionals as we roll up our sleeves to support the Department of Commerce and local Montana producers!

We'll be helping direct traffic at the fairgrounds during peak hours at the tradeshow. HYP will provide lunch for participants. Enjoy the show with us afterward.

Let’s show what a difference young professionals can make!

Click here to register

Join HYP for a Happy Hour at Mt Ascension Brewing! Bring your HYP membership cards for some free microbrews and your friends to share them with. All are welcome! Cheers to good beers. We look forward to seeing you there!

Welcome to a Helena Young Professionals fun night at Jmacs Pottery! We will be making slab mugs. Jmacs will provide takeout from Rockstarr BBQ, so come ready to create and eat. Class will be from 5pm to 8pm. Feel free to bring your own drinks.

Jmacs staff will finish your projects, which you can pick up by March 15th.

Non-members are encouraged to join us. Cost is $45, which includes dinner, clay, glaze, and firing fees.

Jmacs Pottery studio is located at 9 Microwave Hill Rd B in Montana City.

Click here to register.

Winter got you feeling blue? Candles are a great way to add joy, warmth, and comforting smells to your home! Get out by yourself or with a friend and join HYP for our rescheduled candle class.

Treat yo'self and maybe a loved one by filling two amber vessels. Or, if you prefer, choose to fill a copper mug or a mini dough bowl all for for yourself.

That's right, this time you have 3 choices of candle vessels! Register for one of the following options based on whether or not you're an HYP member:

👯‍♀️8oz Amber Jars (2 Jars!): $30 HYP members / $40 non-members
💃18oz Mini Dough Bowl: $35 HYP members / $45 non-members
🕺16oz Copper Mug: $25 HYP members / $35 non-members

🗣 Registration is limited to 25 participants. The deadline to register is February 28th, or when the event fills up (whichever comes first). We had a full event last year when we hosted a candle class!

Don't forget to bring your HYP Card to get 2 free drinks at Copper Furrow! No outside drinks are allowed, as Copper Furrow sells non-alcoholic as well as alcoholic beverages.

Click here to Register and pick your vessel!
Click here for directions to Copper Furrow

Serve for a Cause: Spayghetti Dinner with Lewis & Clark Humane Society

📅 Date: Saturday, March 1st
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM – 7:15 PM
📍 Location: Helena Civic Center

Join Helena Young Professionals as we roll up our sleeves to support the animals in our community! At the Lewis & Clark Humane Society's Spay-ghetti Dinner, we’ll be helping to raise critical funds for shelter pets by serving trays of delicious food and refreshing drinks to attendees.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a direct impact while meeting fellow professionals who are passionate about giving back. Together, we can help ensure Helena remains a compassionate, vibrant place to live for humans and animals alike.

Let’s show what a difference young professionals can make! Spots are limited, so sign up now to be part of this rewarding and fun evening.

🐾 Your kindness feeds more than just bellies—it fuels hope.

Register Here
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