What do you get when you cross a turkey with a computer??

Happy Thanksgiving Readers😊

🎄 A Holiday Haiku 🎁 The fruitcake arrives, Solid as a concrete brick— A perfect doorstop.

The cookies are burned, Grandpa fell asleep on the couch, Still, the lights all blink.

❄️ Festive Fiasco 🎁 Wrapped a gift so small, Used twenty feet of paper, Where is the scotch tape?

🍷 Silent Night? Not Quite! 🙉 The in-laws arrive, We hide the good wine quickly, Time for cheap eggnog.

🎁 Wrapping Woes 🙈 The box is a sphere, All my paper is cut in squares— Guess I'll use a bag.

🦃 Turkey Trouble 🍽️ "Just a small slice," Lies told before the great meal. Stretchy pants required.

😴 Post-Meal Nap 🏈 Turkey is eaten, Now the couch becomes a trap, The game is very slow.

The Nutcracker at the Alberta Bair Theater

2 Shows Saturday 29th @  2pm and 7pm and Sunday 30th @ 2pm 

BRICK HAUS + GILDA HOUSE: Welcome Home

Fri, Nov 28, 2025 | Doors 7 pm, Show 8 pm |  The Pub Station Ballroom, 2502 1st Ave N, Billings, MT | Ages 18+, $22.65–39.15

Live music featuring BRICK HAUS and GILDA HOUSE. A social concert night in Billings for ages 18 and up.

Repeat Offenders: Butterball 6

Sat, Nov 29, 2025 | Doors 7 pm, Show 8 pm | The Pub Station Ballroom, Billings, MT | All ages, $22.65–49.15

A live show featuring the band Repeat Offenders (Butterball 6). A great evening for music fans.

Beginner Crochet Socks Class (Family‑friendly craft event)

Tue, Dec 9, 2025 | 2:00 pm–3:00 pm | Billings Public Library, Teen Corner, Billings, MT | Free (registration required)

A beginner class to learn crocheting socks with library staff—good for beginners and craft enthusiasts.

Friday Night Fun: Mini Gingerbread Houses (Kids / Family)

Fri, Dec 12, 2025 | 5:30 pm–7:00 pm | Billings Public Library, CO+LAB Room, Billings, MT | Free (registration required)

A fun family event where kids and adults can build mini gingerbread houses with frosting and candy decorations.

Billings Holiday Parade

Fri, Nov 28 2025 | 6:30 PM–8:00 PM | Downtown Billings, Billings, MT | Free--Join the festive parade through downtown Billings to kick off the holiday season with floats, lights, and community spirit.

Holiday Nights at ZooMontana

Nov 28 2025–Dec 31 2025 | Opens ~5:00 PM | ZooMontana, 2100 Shiloh Rd, Billings, MT | Ticketed

Experience a winter wonderland at ZooMontana with dazzling lights, festive activities, and family‑friendly fun throughout the holiday season.

WinterFair 2025

Fri, Dec 5 2025 | 11:00 AM–8:00 PM | Yellowstone Art Museum, 401 N 27th St, Billings, MT | Free entry

WinterFair features local artisans and handmade goods—ideal for unique holiday shopping in a community‑art setting.

Black Orchid Yoga | Cycle

Mystery Dinner - Hollywood Golden Age

Saturday November 29 and Sunday November 30 Moss Mansion Museum , 914 Division St , Billings 6:00 pm

Jazz Jam at Levity Bar and Bistro

Wednesday November 26 - Levity Bar and Casino  , 1027 Shiloh Crossing Blvd UNIT 8 , Billings 7:00 pm

Joe Sullivan at the Madhouse

Thursday November 27 - MadHouse Bar & Grill , 926 Grand Ave , Billings 6:00 pm

Discover Keep it Alive, a nostalgic collectible shop at 928 Broadwater Avenue in Billings, brimming with Gen X treasures that transport you back to childhood.

Owner Sean Osborne launched the store three years ago by taking over a former toy spot and expanding it.

Shelves burst with retro delights like vintage lunchboxes, classic Nintendo games, and beloved Simpsons items.

A recreated video rental section evokes memories of old-school movie marathons with stacks of tapes and discs.

The shop recently thrilled fans with a Jason Voorhees meet and greet, enhancing Billings' vibrant community scene.

New stock arrives from estate sales and locals, featuring Star Wars figures and 80s horror collectibles.

Amid Billings' summer concerts and events, it's the go-to for unique gifts or personal mementos.

Visit soon to uncover your own piece of the past.

The Punnies 🤪

• Did you hear about the wig thief who escaped from prison? Police are combing the area to find him.
• I wondered why the baseball was getting closer and closer ... then it hit me.
• What do you call a boomerang that won't come back? A stick.

In Billings, Montana, 14-year-old Mychal Eaglefeathers Jr. is making waves in the cornhole world, striving to become the nation's youngest Native professional player.

His journey began at age 12, competing in regional tournaments like the one at Triple Play Academy.

Recent events, including a competition just 12 hours ago, highlight his skills and draw enthusiastic crowds.

Supported by his father, Mychal Eaglefeathers Sr., the teen draws inspiration from his Crow heritage, balancing family bonds with competitive drive.

Cornhole's appeal in Billings lies in its accessibility, turning casual games into community-building spectacles at venues like MetraPark and local breweries.

With multiple state titles under his belt, Eaglefeathers Jr. eyes national stages in 2026, fueled by local sponsorships and youth engagement.

Community leaders praise how these tournaments boost the area's vibrant sports scene, inviting all to join and support emerging talents.

This story of perseverance showcases Montana's growing cornhole community, blending fun with cultural pride.

"You can do as much as you think you can, but you’ll never accomplish more."

- Billings was named after Frederick H Billings, a former president of the Northern Pacific Railroad. - The city is home to the Moss Mansion, a historic house museum that a prominent local family once owned. - Billings is considered the largest city in Montana, both in terms of population and physical size.

That’s a wrap for this week. See you on the trail. Got ideas, local stories, or a great photo worth sharing? Send them our way: thetrailheadbuzz@gmail.com

A “byte” to eat!