Local Culture & Music Economy: Huntsville Music Month expands its 2026 lineup after a Music Audit found the city’s music scene drives $278.2M in direct output and supports 3,047 jobs. Community Arts Spaces: A Montana State University Billings student wants to turn the historic Adams Hotel in Lavina into a cultural center for artists and musicians. Live Music Calendar: Monte Sano Art Festival returns Sept. 19–20 with 140+ visual artists, live music, and local food in Huntsville. Classical & Chamber Spotlight: Con Moto brings a string-quartet program to Brattleboro Music Center’s Chamber Music Series Sept. 12. Music Education Funding: Tri-County schools land a $1,883 grant to boost 6–12 music instruction with practice tech and master-class resources. Global Culture Exchange: New Zealand’s Third Culture Film Festival completes a Hong Kong return with a private showcase. Music, Society & Safety: A fundraiser concert in Calumet supports Copper Country musician Bob Hiltunen during cancer treatment. Industry & Rights: Caroline Bienstock, longtime Carlin Music indie publisher, dies at 68.