The first weekend of August was a good one in the Gallatin Valley. The temperature cooled off a bit, the sun stayed out, and the town of Bozeman was treated to two different festivals within walking distance of each other. The Sweet Pea Festival and the SLAMFest can both be deemed successes again this year, with live music and handcrafted products from Bozeman and beyond being showcased. A big thanks to the organizers and volunteers who make these two events happen.