Destination Downtown

Fall 2017

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We invite you to visit downtown Billings, the heart of our city! From banking to retail to entertainment and nightlife, downtown bustles from sun up to sun down. Cradled by the Rimrocks, Downtown Billings is a regional draw attracting visitors and enamoring its residents with state-of-the-art dining, retail, arts and culture, education and unparalleled healthcare.

In downtown you’ll find a wonderful mix of locally-owned and -operated businesses. Our merchants prepare their store fronts with you in mind, and invite you into their shops to peruse their diverse retail offerings. You’ll love the personalized customer service you receive from our downtown businesses.

Join us in supporting local, small business by shopping, playing and staying in the heart of our city. Stroll the vibrant streetscapes that lead to our award-winning museums, cafés, pubs, and restaurants, and you’ll know that you are exploring Billings at its best.

You won’t be disappointed with our Historic District along Montana and Minnesota Avenues, which offers retail and cultural venues during the day, and turns into the hot spot to be at night with taverns, restaurants, taprooms and tasting rooms.

Need directions to our downtown cinema? Can’t find your hotel? Need a bike? Ask one of the Business Improvement District’s Ambassadors, the Purple People, for directions or ask one of our dedicated-to-downtown bike cops to assist you.

Let us help you discover downtown.

You’ll find more information and much more in this issue of Destination Downtown and our Downtown Guide and Directory, available at downtown businesses. Whether you are here for a day, a week, or a lifetime, enjoy all that downtown Billings has to offer! We are so pleased to welcome you.

Lisa K. Harmon

Executive Director Downtown Billings Alliance

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From Bin 119’s honeyroasted pork belly tapas to Log Cabin Bakery’s pecan caramel rolls, downtown Billings has food and drink to satisfy anyone’s palate.

pages 20-23 Cover photo by Brontë Wittpenn of The Gazette Staff

Destination Downtown is a special advertising section of The Billings Gazette.

Access Destination Downtown at www.billingsgazette.com/specialsections General Manager Dave Worstell

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Seasonal Events Yellowstone Valley Farmers’ Market Let local farmers do the heavy lifting while you load up on their goods like corn, green beans, carrots, tomatoes and potatoes Saturday mornings through Oct. 7. Peruse vendor stalls with raspberries, blueberries and Flathead cherries, but leave room for fresh-baked bread, Montana-raised eggs, beef, lamb, pork and poultry. Begin Christmas shopping early and stock up on honey, jams and salsa, too.

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Fall Home Improvement Show

Wax nostalgic during Labor Day weekend with a two-day nod to the automobile that includes a classic car parade and street dance on Friday, followed by a car show at Rocky Mountain College on Saturday. A $3 admission fee ($2 if you bring a Pepsi can) supports the Chase Hawks Memorial Association. For more information, visit chasehawks.com or call (406) 248-9295.

Make your honey happy and seek out home improvement ideas from more than 400 exhibitors at the region’s largest show of its kind at MetraPark. With a showcase of products and services for interior and exterior projects, the show includes $22,000 in prizes. Go to billingshomeimprovementshow.com for more information.

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Sept. 8-10 Expo Center at MetraPark

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Saturday Live Get the school year off to a good start with this family-oriented fundraiser supporting Billings Public Schools and the Education Foundation for BPS. Warm up with a 2-mile Fun Run or 100-yard-dash before trying carnival-style games like dunk booths and sampling fun food favorites. Main Stage entertainment features dancers, choral groups and improvisation. Tickets are available at local schools.

Sept. 23, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Ales for Trails Autumn ArtWalk It’s harvest time. Check out the bountiful downtown Billings’ art galleries, businesses, studios and the Yellowstone Art Museum’s latest offerings for free on Oct. 6. Browse through exhibits while enjoying live music and refreshments. For more information or a map, visit artwalkbillings.com.

Oct. 6, 5 to 9 p.m.

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Dubbed the “best party in Billings,” Ales for Trails is back with more than 50 regional microbrews, unlimited beer and wine tastings, live music, food trucks, giant beer pong and a Fat Tire bike raffle. Proceeds benefit the Billings TrailNet. See billingstrailnet.org for more information.

Sept. 22, 5 to 10 p.m.

Dehler Park

HarvestFest Load up a wagon with a large pumpkin or two, fresh homemade pie and mums for the front porch. The Downtown Billings Alliance festivities include the NILE Lou Taubert Cattle Drive and Parade, children’s crafts and activities. Grab a bag of roasted nuts, kettle corn or a steak sandwich while enjoying the last of the season’s produce.

Oct. 14, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Haunted Maze and Horror Theater at the Moss Mansion

High Plains Book Fest

Was H. H. Holmes also Jack the Ripper? Uncover clues as characters share their secrets in the mansion’s halls. Just outside, a maze awaits. At every twist and turn, discover creepy creatures and mindbending optical illusions. Tickets are $10 for the maze and $18 for the theater. Both are available at the door. Reservations are required for midnight shows. See mossmansion.com for details.

Oct. 20, 21, 27, 28, 31, 6:30 to 10 p.m.

Midnight edition: Oct. 27 & Oct. 28 (theater only), 11:30 p.m. to 12:45 a.m.

Moss Mansion

Celebrate the written word over four days with High Plains Book Award finalists and literary friends from the region. With various events culminating in an awards banquet, hear inspiration behind publications straight from the source. Visit highplainsbookawards.org for a complete schedule in September.

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Oct. 19-22 Various locations

Holiday Food & Gift Festival Haven’t found that perfect Christmas gift? Make last minute shopping fun while browsing the season’s largest food and holiday gift event. Check off your gift list with Montana-made arts, crafts and goodies to share with holiday guests. Admission is $3 or $1 with donation of a non-perishable item to Billings Food Bank.

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Trick or Treat Downtown Join a cast of costumed characters on stops for candy, healthy treats and Halloween activities at more than 50 downtown businesses.

During annual trick or treat festivities, stop at Downtown Business Alliance headquarters, 2815 2nd Ave., for treat bags and a route map.

Balloons mark participating locations.

Nov. 11, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. & Nov. 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Expo Center at MetraPark

Oct. 31, noon to 5 p.m.

Downtown Billings

Historic Hauntings of Billings Take a bus on the dark side in historic downtown Billings with ghost hunter and paranormal Karen Stevens. The former librarian weaves tales of rumrunners and ladies of the night. This spooky bus tour includes a trip through the city’s tunnels and a stop in Room 226 at the area’s oldest hotel for a chance to meet a haunting figure. Visit mtfunadventures.com to purchase tickets or call (406) 254-7180.

Oct. 21, 6:30 & 8:30 p.m.

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Embrace this Halloween season with some of the best frights downtown has to offer.

The spooky season starts as early as September for many sites, so gear up in costume and get ready for cobwebs, coffins, and of course, candy.

Hoof-it With a Historian: Grave Side Stories Just in time for Halloween, take a tour with a Western Heritage Center guide through Billings’ first cemetery. Learn the stories of the community’s past citizens and view the historic mausoleum.

For information about Hoof-it with a Historian, call (406) 256-6809 or visit billingswalkingtours.org.

Sept. 29, Oct. 13 & 27, 10 a.m.

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GoUnite Haunted Ghost Tour at the YAM Yellowstone Art Museum was once the Yellowstone County Jail – and it must be seen to be believed. Within the YAM’s basement, see the jail cells and hear the stories of criminals nearly a century old. GoUnite hosts this special one-hour haunted tour in conjunction with dinner and drinks at Raven’s Café d’Art. Parents are encouraged to schedule a playdate for kiddos at the Big Sky Imaginarium during the scary event.

See gounitenow.com for details.

Oct. 13, 6:30 p.m.

Yellowstone Art Museum

HarvestFest For this year’s fall harvest, take stock of the Halloween season at HarvestFest.

Featuring a full day’s worth of activities, come for the Chalk on the Walk public art event and stay for the pumpkin pie baking contest, judged by the Chefs & Cooks of Montana. There’s plenty of opportunity to bolster your curb appeal before trick-or-treaters come knocking with crafts available for purchase by various vendors, too. Gain last-minute costume

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Start trick-or-treating early and bring kiddos downtown on Halloween starting at noon for candy and a chance to show off their costumes to Please see Fun, 10 downtown business owners.

Fun Continued from 9 inspiration from area performers and be sure to decorate the sidewalk with something scary before you bid downtown adieu. See downtownbillings.com for more information.

Oct. 14, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Yellowstone Valley Farmers’ Market Gourds, goulash and goblins – oh my!

For the Yellowstone Valley Farmers’ Market’s final act, it shares the stage with HarvestFest before disappearing from downtown until 2018. Be sure to fill the pantry with fixings for Halloween parties and holiday dishes before it’s too late. See yvfm.org for details.

Oct. 14, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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YAM Ghost Tours The Yellowstone Art Museum’s cloak room used to be a judge’s chambers, the collector’s corner was a drunk tank and Raven’s Café d’Art was a courtroom.

What YAM registrar Kelly Price calls “a history tour with metaphorical fog juice” is your chance to reimagine the museum as the Yellowstone County Jail. Electronic voice phenomena play in the background so guests can hear the criminals’ spirits come alive as they roam the haunted halls. Tours being promptly at 7 p.m., so arrive early. Children are welcome at parents’ discretion. Reservations are recommended. Go to artmuseum.org for more information.

Oct. 20 & 27, 7 p.m.

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Haunted Maze and Horror Theater

The Moss Mansion turns spooky in October with its haunted maze and horror theater.

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H. H. Holmes started a terrible American trend—serial killing.

Local actors and volunteers play out the 19th century haunting tale and add a few stories of their own during a 30-minute walkthrough of the Moss Mansion.

Sift through the stories to determine whether Jack the Ripper plays a role in Holmes’ history.

Just outside, the mystery continues with a haunted maze full of creepy creatures and optical illusions.

Maze tickets are $10 and theater tickets are $18. Combo tickets for both events are available at $25. The maze is open from 7 to 10 p.m. Theater shows begin at 6:30 p.m.; the last show is at 9:30 p.m. A special midnight show will be held Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 starting at 11:30 p.m. Mid-

night events require reservations and capacity is limited; the $25 tickets are available online at mossmansion.com, at the front desk, or by calling (406) 256-5100.

Tickets for all other events are available at the door.

Oct. 20, 21, 27, 28, 31, 6:30 to 10 p.m.

Midnight edition: Oct. 27 & Oct. 28 (theater only), 11:30 p.m. to 12:45 a.m.

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Historic Hauntings of Billings by Bus Karen Stevens, author of “Haunted Montana,” “More Haunted Montana” and “Glacier’s Ghost Stories,” brings real stories from her books to Billings for one haunted bus tour. Start off at Dude Rancher Lodge with ghostly treats, then head out through downtown and learn about the Magic City’s spooky history.

You’ll hear tales of underground tunnels, rum runners, ladies of the night, 1920’s opium dens and the site of a lynching. At $30 a ticket, this 1 ½ hour tour can’t be missed. See mtfunadventures.com for details.

Oct. 21, 6:30 & 8:30 p.m.

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Murder Mystery of Mr. E. Why was Mr. E. murdered? Become an investigator from 1930s England and solve a crime in this role play event directed by local author Jean Posusta. With morning, afternoon and evening performances, attendees get into costume and character while enjoying light hors d’oeuvres and wine. Individual and group tickets are available at $35 per person. For more information, visit mtfunadventures.com.

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Sans the fingers, these cells are the real deal in the Yellowstone Art Museum’s basement. See them for yourself at one of the YAM’s ghost tours in October.

Masquerade Party Take trick-or-treating up a notch and treat yourself to the season’s biggest masked party. Trick friends and strangers with your disguise while dancing alongside Billings AlternaCirque aerialists at the Yellowstone Art Museum’s Masquerade Party. YAM members can get their tickets early, starting Aug. 24. General ticket sales for the 21 and up event begin Sept. 1 at $25 each at the museum or its website, artmuseum.org.

Oct. 28, 7 p.m.

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Raising Our Spirits: Paranormal Encounters at the Haunted Museum Not for the squeamish, this event includes the opportunity to use the latest equipment and techniques for hunting ghosts. $35 gets you a free pint of beer from Angry Hank’s while benefitting education programs at the Western Heritage Center. For tickets, call (406) 2566809 or visit ywhc.org.

Oct. 29, 8 p.m.

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Trick or Treat Downtown Trick-or-treating starts early Halloween Day in downtown Billings this year. Parents and guardians can head to the heart of Billings with their costumed children in tow as the haunting begins at noon. Participating businesses have plenty of sweets to fill pumpkin baskets.

Get your event map at the DBA, located at 2815 2nd Ave. N. For more information, go to downtownbillings.com.

Oct. 31, noon to 5 p.m.

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Craft Local brings craft beer, wine and local talent to downtown Billings.

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Multi-purpose taproom opens downtown

More than a taproom, Craft Local centers on exposing the community to creative talent, be it photographers, musicians, dancers, painters or poets. With its nonprofit status, downtown’s newest

By TARA CADY hangout displays purchasable art on its tcady@billingsgazette.com purposefully unfi nished walls, raising money and awareness for lesser-known Duane Sitzman defi nes local as close as artists.

Billings and as inclusive as Montana.

“I’m kind of looking for this to be the Sitzman is part-owner of downtown’s place,” Sitzman said. newest pub, Craft Local, located at 2413 The open floor plan creates flexibility Montana Ave. for performers. Tables and chairs can be

rearranged around an undefi ned stage area so that larger acts can be accommodated. A jazz player had told Sitzman prior to the venue’s design that a small stage can be prohibitive.

For Craft Local’s opening weekend, it brought in band, The Mandela Effect, and solo musician, Mandie Castro. The Montana Avenue spot also benefited from participating in the Summer ArtWalk and its close proximity to Magic City Blues the following weekend.

The Richard Dreyfest V two-day mu-

sic festival chose Craft Local to host its Poetry Jam on Aug. 11.

Sitzman wants to continue featuring local entertainment alongside art. Current hanging displays include works from Jan Spencer, Terri Porta, Lee Walker, Emily Davidson and Robert Bertrand. Craft Local has a waiting list for interested participants.

“I have a very strong appreciation for the arts,” said Sitzman, whose full-time work with graphic artists at The Billings Gazette influenced his decision to open

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He said graphic artists who made art on the side didn’t have an outlet.

When Sitzman and his wife, Terri Poleski, vacationed to Oklahoma and Denver, they saw an art scene worth repeating. The couple began building the business plan a year and a half ago. A third partner, Michelle Dawson, got involved earlier this year.

Sitzman only looked downtown for its location. When he found the available Montana Avenue spot, he knew this was it.

Keeping with a local theme, Craft Local uses Intermountain Distributing Company for its beer varieties from Billings and beyond. The 12 beers on tap include everything from wheats to porters; Sitzman says he plans to rotate through them seasonally.

Wine from Yellowstone Cellars is also available. Montana-made sodas are coming soon.

Craft Local is open Tuesday through Thursday from 4:30 to 9 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 4 to 10:30 p.m. Find them online at craftlocal.org, Facebook, or by calling (406) 702-1458.

Above: Billings band The Mandela Effect performed for Craft Local’s opening weekend on July 28.

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Left: More than a taproom, the new nonprofit at 2413 Montana Ave. features art for purchase on its walls from talents like Joseph Vance, Meagan Boschert, Lisa Heather and Nathan Satran.

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By TARA CADY AND TIFFINI GALLANT tcady@billingsgazette.com tgallant@billingsgazette.com

Downtown ain’t what it used to be.

It’s gotten better with age, but the same might not be true for your hair. Lift your roots and your spirit with specialty cuts, coloring and more from downtown hair salons.

What are you waiting for? It’s time to let your hair down.

LONGEST IN OPERATION Fashion Flair Beauty Salon 219 N. 33rd St.

This year marks the 40th anniversary of owner Sharon Price purchasing the Fashion Flair Beauty Salon name and location. She describes her salon’s environment as homey and comfortable.

“When you walk in, you just get a comfortable feel about it,” she said. “Everybody makes themselves at home here.”

Grab a cup of joe in this retro salon and stay a while.

“Customers can open up and share their lives with us,” said Price.

In operation: More than 40 years ‘Do: Cuts for men, women and children; roller sets; shampoo and style Extras: Nail services Known for: Traditional sets on rollers Perk: Coffee available Courtesy Photos Open: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Downtown has plenty of places to get one’s hair done. Many salons offer specialty cuts, color and extra services like nails and massage.

Saturday Scheduling: Appointment recommend“We try to make people laugh,” said Me- MOST MOBILE ed, walk-ins welcome look the best.” lissa O’Donnell, salon owner.

In operation: 5 ½ years Timberline Barber Shop Before or after your service, shop the ‘Do: Cuts for men; fades; mohawks and BEST IN PRECISION 207 N. Broadway boutique operated in conjunction with designs; lineups Billings Best Barbers When Jill Scheeler purchased TimberMEOW! Extras: Hot and normal shaves 2918 1st Ave. N. “We have cat-themed products, gag gifts line Barber Shop more than two years ago, Known for: Fades to the scalp Perk: Eyebrow services included with and novelty gifts that push the limits a little she continued the traditions of the low-key If you’re looking for a small barber shop haircut business. bit,” O’Donnell said. with a big city feel, Billings Best Barbers is “There’s not a bunch of bells and whisIn operation: 3 ½ years Open: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday the place for you. Sports lovers enjoy the through Saturday ‘Do: Cuts for men and women; perms; tles – it’s quiet and relaxing,” she said. environment where ESPN is always on the She also inherited the list of loyal, diverse Scheduling: Appointment recommended color; shampoo and style television.

Extras: Facial waxing and nail services clientele from downtown businesses and “(Customers) will feel welcome, espe- KNOWN FOR NOVELTY Known for: Cat-themed and novelty retirees who once worked in the district. cially if they know about sports,” said own“I think my youngest client is about 3 gift boutique MEOW! Salon and Boutique er Rafael Rivera.

Perk: Local craft beer included with ser- years old and my oldest is about 93,” said vice His team of skilled barbers pride them- 219 N. 29th St. Scheeler. selves on their precision. a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday Open: 10 But she did change one thing – Scheeler Enjoy the fun, bright environment at a through Friday; Saturday hours vary “We’re very detailed when it comes to mobilized her craft. our haircuts,” he said. “Anyone that has salon that can truly be described as the cat’s Scheduling: Walk-ins welcome “I run with scissors,” she said of her hair, they can come here and we can make it meow. ability to make house calls. “I’m there to

get your hair cut and get you back to what you’re doing.”

In operation: About 40 years ‘Do: Cuts for men Extras: Beard trims Known for: A traditional, professional businessman’s haircut Perk: House calls Open: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Scheduling: Appointment recommended, walk-ins welcome

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OPTIMAL R & R Avenue Salon 2708 2nd Ave. N.

Avenue Salon owner Mikayla Waarvik says her clients can expect a laid-back, professional salon with a casual atmosphere.

“We try to make (customers’) time here at the salon more relaxing,” she said. “They would feel that as soon as they walked in.”

Not only will clients enjoy a hand massage during their service, Waarvik says they’ll be satisfied with the results.

“We are all very experienced stylists here, so (customers) come to us for quality,” she said.

In operation: Nearly 3 years ‘Do: Cuts for men, women and children; color; perms; Brazilian blowouts Extras: Facial waxing Known for: Experience Perk: Hand massage included with service Open: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday Scheduling: Appointment recommended

V.I.P. TREATMENT Rebels & Razors Barber Club 118 N. Broadway

“Everyone wants to be part of a club,” said Addy Helland, who co-owns Rebels & Razors Barber Club with Samantha Waller.

When the two combined forces, they envisioned a unique, customer-focused environment for their clients. With vintage elements and an emphasis on conversation, Helland says they’ve achieved it.

“We are different from everyone else,” she said. “It’s just like a big hangout.”

Don’t have an appointment? No problem. If there’s not a chair available, relax in the shop’s lounge complete with a couch, TV and kegerator.

“It’s a club because when you try it and you experience it, you’re part of a club,” said Helland.

In operation: Nearly 3 years ‘Do: Cuts for men; neck shaves; shampoo and style Extras: Beard trims and straight-razor shaves with hot towels Known for: Shave and a haircut

Men and children aren’t excluded from the services downtown salons offer.

Perk: Senior discount Open: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday; 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday Scheduling: Appointment recommended, walk-ins welcome

MODERN BEAUTY EXPERTISE Guccione Salon & Spa 2906 1st Ave. N.

Obsessed with ombré and balayage? Experts at Guccione Salon & Spa stay up-todate on the latest coloring techniques, said salon owner Laurie Guccione.

In addition to everything you can expect from a full service hair salon, Guccione employs esthetician Chelsey Guccione, a Montana educator for Sleek Brows.

“She can build brows,” said Laurie Guccione. “She’ll color and fill in and shape your brow. She can put brows on those who have none, those who might be having chemotherapy.”

A massage therapist is also on-hand, specializing in deep tissue and cupping, a service popular with athletes.

Bachelorette parties and bridal showers are welcome and encouraged to bring their own bottle of wine.

In operation: 19 years ‘Do: Cuts for men, women and children; extensions; color; perms; straightening; shampoo and style Extras: Lash extensions; lash tinting and lifting; waxing; facials; nails; makeup; deep tissue massage; threading Known for: Pedicures Perk: They can travel to you Open: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday Scheduling: By appointment, Sunday and Monday; 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday

Avenue Salon, located at 2708 2nd Ave. N., is one of many downtown salons that offer facial waxing.

CUSTOMIZED FOR CLIENTS Grand Illusions Spa & Boutique 100 N. 27th St.

It’s not an illusion, Grand Illusions is tucked inside the Grand Building atop Jake’s Downtown.

“The biggest perk is the unique location in the gorgeous Grand Building with its wonderful woodwork in the middle of downtown Billings,” said esthetician and permanent makeup artist Raechl Kaiser. “(It) allows people to grab a quick bite or drink before, during or after their appointment.”

In addition to haircuts, coloring and special occasion styles, Grand Illusions offers permanent makeup—soft tap, microblade and tattoo gun for brows and eyeliner.

The salon’s boutique sells jewelry, hats and scarves, too.

“We like to aim for things made in Montana,” Kaiser said.

Grand Illusions validates parking passes from the parking garage.

In operation: More than 8 years ‘Do: Styles for all ages and genders; updos; color; highlights; extensions; hair donation Extras: Permanent makeup; full body waxing; facials Known for: Unique location Perk: Schedule customized for clients; next to Jake’s Downtown; Open: No set hours Scheduling: By appointment only

FOUR GENERATIONS OF BEAUTIFYING Acme Salon & Spa 320 N. 30th St. A

This downtown location has a history of being in the beautifying business. Before owner Julie Mehling opened Acme Salon & Spa a quarter-century ago, it was Acme Beauty College. Before that, it was a salon under a different name in the fifties and sixties.

“It’s a fourth-generation salon,” Mehling said. “My great aunt, dad, daughter and I have all done hair.”

Mehling’s daughter, Stephanee Mehling Hartford, puts a fun twist – literally – on hair, specializing in braiding, corn rows and extensions.

Clients often comment on the salon’s “cute” interior, said Mehling.

“It’s a really friendly atmosphere,” she said. “Clients all become our friends.”

In operation: About 25 years ‘Do: Cuts for everyone; color; formal updos; extensions; perms; braiding; shampoo and style Extras: Makeup; waxing; spray tan; ear piercing; tooth jewels; nails Known for: Color, formal updos and extensions Perk: Clients become friends Open: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; other availability by appointment Scheduling: Walk-ins welcome

Thursday, 14 Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, 15 Hoof-it with a Historian: Downtown Billings, starts at Western Heritage Center, 10 a.m.

Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

The Complete History of America (Abridged), NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, 16 Farmers’ Market, Skypoint, 8 a.m.noon Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

The Complete History of America (Abridged), NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Venture Improv, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, 17 Bridal Fair, Yellowstone Art Museum, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 2 p.m.

The Complete History of America (Abridged), NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 2 p.m.

Thursday, 21 High Noon Lecture Series, Western Heritage Center, noon Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, 22

Friday, 25 Hoof-it with a Historian: Downtown Billings, starts at Western Heritage Center, 10 a.m.

Rockin’ Under the Big Sky, Chiesa Plaza at MetraPark, 7 p.m.

Billings Mustangs vs. Great Falls Voyagers, Dehler Park, 7:05 p.m.

Saturday, 26 Billings Clinic Classic, Downtown Billings Farmers’ Market, Skypoint, 8 a.m.-noon Billings Mustangs vs. Great Falls Voyagers, Dehler Park, 6:05 p.m.

Sunday, 27 Billings Mustangs vs. Helena Brewers, Dehler Park, 4:05 p.m.

Nickelback with special guest Daughtry, Rimrock Auto Arena at MetraPark, 6 p.m.

Monday, 28 Billings Mustangs vs. Helena Brewers, Dehler Park, 7:05 p.m.

Thursday, 31 Alive After 5: Midlife Chryslers – Northern Hotel, 5-8 p.m.

Friday, 1 Hoof-it with a Historian: Downtown Billings, starts at Western Heritage Center, 10 a.m.

Burn the Point parade, downtown Billings, 6:30 p.m.

Funky Bunch, NOVA Center for the

SEPTEMBER

SEPTEMBER

AUGUST

Dance Theatre of Harlem, Alberta Bair Theater, 7:30 p.m.

Brundibar: A Youth Opera, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Funky Bunch, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, 7 Farmers’ Market, Skypoint, 8 a.m.-noon Dollar Day, Yellowstone Art Museum, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Brundibar: A Youth Opera, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, 8 Brundibar: A Youth Opera, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 2 p.m.

Monday, 9 Boz Scaggs, Alberta Bair Theater, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, 12 After 5 Unplugged, Yellowstone Art Museum, 5-8 p.m.

Friends of Billings Public Library Fall Book Sale (members only), Library Community Room, 5:30-8 p.m.

Friday, 13 Hoof-it with a Historian: Downtown Billings, starts at Western Heritage Center, 10 a.m.

Friends of Billings Public Library Fall Book Sale, Library Community Room, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Brundibar: A Youth Opera, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, 14 HarvestFest, Skypoint, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Trunks & Treasures Tour, Moss Man-

OCTOBER

Thursday, 2 Baskerville, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, 3 MarketPlace Magic, MetraPark Expo Center, 12-6 p.m.

A.J. Croce, Alberta Bair Theater, 7:30 p.m.

Baskerville, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Funky Bunch, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, 4 Dollar Day, Yellowstone Art Museum, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

MarketPlace Magic, MetraPark Expo Center, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Baskerville, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, 5 MarketPlace Magic, MetraPark Expo Center, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Baskerville, Billings Studio Theatre, 2 p.m.

Thursday, 9 Baskerville, Billings Studio Theatre,

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Sunday, 29 Baskerville, Billings Studio Theatre, 2 p.m.

Tuesday, 31 Downtown Trick-or-Treat, downtown Billings, 12-5 p.m.

Haunted Maze & Horror Theater, Moss Mansion, 6:30-10 p.m.

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Saturday, 2 Farmers’ Market, Skypoint, 8 a.m.noon Dollar Day, Yellowstone Art Museum, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Burn the Point Car Show, Rocky Mountain College Fields, 10 a.m.

Burn the Point Car Auction, MetraPark fairgrounds, 11 a.m.

Wednesday, 6 Bonnie Raitt, Alberta Bair Theater, 7 p.m.

Billings Mustangs vs. Helena Brewers, Dehler Park, 7:05 p.m.

Thursday, 7 Billings Mustangs vs. Helena Brewers, Dehler Park, 7:05 p.m.

6th Annual Party for Preservation, Moss Mansion, 5-9 p.m.

Reds, Whites & Brews, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 6 p.m.

Friday, 8 Hoof-it with a Historian: Downtown Billings, starts at Western Heritage Center, 10 a.m.

Fall Home Improvement Show, MetraPark Expo Center, 12-8 p.m.

Gun Show, Montana Pavilion at Metrapark, 1-5 p.m.

Billings Mustangs vs. Helena Brewers, Dehler Park, 7:05 p.m.

Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

The Complete History of America (Abridged), NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, 9 Farmers’ Market, Skypoint, 8 a.m.noon Gun Show, Montana Pavilion at Metrapark, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Trunks & Treasures Tour, Moss Mansion, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Fall Home Improvement Show, MetraPark Expo Center, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Geek Out! Superhero Saturday, Billings Public Library & Yellowstone Art Museum, 10 a.m.

Billings Mustangs vs. Helena Brewers, Dehler Park, 6:05 p.m.

Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

The Complete History of America (Abridged), NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, 10 Gun Show, Montana Pavilion at Metrapark, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Fall Home Improvement Show, MetraPark Expo Center, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 2 p.m.

The Complete History of America (Abridged), NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 2 p.m.

Sunday, 1 Brundibar: A Youth Opera, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, 4 Home Free, Alberta Bair Theater, 8 p.m.

Friday, 6 Hoof-it with a Historian: Downtown Billings, starts at Western Heritage Center, 10 a.m.

ArtWalk, downtown Billings, 5-9 p.m.

OCTOBER

Hoof-it with a Historian: Downtown Billings, starts at Western Heritage Center, 10 a.m.

Ales for Trails, Dehler Park, 5-10 p.m.

Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

The Complete History of America (Abridged), NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

All Nations Indian Relay Championship, MetraPark Grandstands Saturday, 23 Farmers’ Market, Skypoint, 8 a.m.noon Saturday Live, Pioneer Park, 9 a.m.4 p.m.

Billings Symphony presents: Montana Splendor, Alberta Bair Theater, 7:30 p.m.

Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

The Complete History of America (Abridged), NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

All Nations Indian Relay Championship, MetraPark Grandstands Sunday, 24 Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 2 p.m.

The Complete History of America (Abridged), NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 2 p.m.

Thursday, 28 Wild Kratts Live, Alberta Bair Theater, 6:30 p.m.

Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

All Nations Indian Relay Championship, MetraPark Grandstands Friday, 29 Hoof-it with a Historian: Downtown Billings, starts at Western Heritage Center, 10 a.m.

Kristin Korb Trio, Alberta Bair Theater, 7:30 p.m.

Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, 30 Farmers’ Market, Skypoint, 8 a.m.noon Million Dollar Quartet, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Brundibar: A Youth Opera, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m. sion, 9:30 -11:30 a.m.

Friends of Billings Public Library Fall Book Sale, Library Community Room, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Billings Symphony presents: Tango Nuevo, Alberta Bair Theater, 7:30 p.m.

Brundibar: A Youth Opera, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Festival of One-Act Operas, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, 14-21 NILE Stock Show & Rodeo, Rimrock Auto Arena at MetraPark Sunday, 15 Brundibar: A Youth Opera, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 2 p.m.

Festival of One-Act Operas, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 2 p.m.

Thursday, 19 High Noon Lecture Series, Western Heritage Center, noon Thursday, 19 – Sunday, 22 High Plains Book Festival, Various Locations Friday, 20 Hoof-it with a Historian: Downtown Billings, starts at Western Heritage Center, 10 a.m.

Festival of One-Act Operas, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Haunted Maze & Horror Theater, Moss Mansion, 6:30-10 p.m.

Saturday, 21 Festival of One-Act Operas, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Venture Improv, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Haunted Maze & Horror Theater, Moss Mansion, 6:30-10 p.m.

Sunday, 22 Festival of One-Act Operas, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 2 p.m.

Auction of Arias, McCormick Café, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, 25 Take Me To The River, Alberta Bair Theater, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, 27 Hoof-it with a Historian: Downtown Billings, starts at Western Heritage Center, 10 a.m.

Haunted Maze & Horror Theater, Moss Mansion, 6:30-10 p.m.

GENTRI, Alberta Bair Theater, 7:30 p.m.

Baskerville, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, 28 Boo at the Zoo, ZooMontana, 10 a.m.

Haunted Maze & Horror Theater, Moss Mansion, 6:30-10 p.m.

Masquerade Party, Yellowstone Art Museum, 7-11 p.m.

Baskerville, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

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Friday, 10 Huff’s Antique Show & Sale, Montana Pavilion at MetraPark, 5-8 p.m.

Moon Mouse: A Space Odyssey, Alberta Bair Theater, 7:30 p.m.

Baskerville, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Mousetrap, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, 11 Huff’s Antique Show & Sale, Montana Pavilion at MetraPark, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Holiday Food & Gift Festival, MetraPark Expo Center, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Bacon Fest, Rimrock Auto Arena at MetraPark, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Baskerville, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Mousetrap, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, 12 Huff’s Antique Show & Sale, Montana Pavilion at MetraPark, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Holiday Food & Gift Festival, MetraPark Expo Center, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Mousetrap, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 2 p.m.

Monday, 13 Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, Alberta Bair Theater, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, 16 High Noon Lecture Series, Western Heritage Center, noon After 5 Unplugged, Yellowstone Art Museum, 5-8 p.m.

Friday, 17 Mousetrap, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, 18 Mousetrap, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Venture Improv, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, 19 Mousetrap, NOVA Center for the Performing Arts, 2 p.m.

Friday, 24 Gun Show, Montana Pavilion at Metrapark, 1-5 p.m.

Holiday Parade, downtown Billings, 7 p.m.

Saturday, 25 Gun Show, Montana Pavilion at Metrapark, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

The Nutcracker, Alberta Bair Theater, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Sunday, 26 Gun Show, Montana Pavilion at Metrapark, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

The Nutcracker, Alberta Bair Theater, 2 p.m.

Thursday, 30 Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Billings Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

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Cold weather calls for flannel. Stick to tradition with a magenta, white and black Punch flannel shirt.

Made in Montana, the Two Fillies leather handbag is a must-have. Finish off the fashionable look with a Julio necklace and matching faux crystal earrings and necklace.

Available at Cricket Clothing Co. Shirt: $69 Handbag: $256 Julio necklace: $42 Earrings: $29 Necklace: $36

Nothing is cozier than a soft magenta and blue Tribal Jeans sweater on cooler nights. Adorn autumn wear with a Brighton Celtic pendant on a long chain. A second smoky beaded necklace with matching Qudo silver watch completes the ensemble.

Available at Cricket Clothing Co. Sweater: $119 Celtic necklace: $88 Beaded necklace: $48 Watch: $98

Combine colors along your neckline for a flashy fall statement. A gold and brown hand-beaded necklace by Laura Bermay looks chic alongside Whimsy’s blue/purple jewelry, which can form a necklace or wrap bracelet. Add bronze and sterling silver flower posts by April Hale for a floral touch.

Available at Magpie Jewelry Gallery Necklace: $185 Necklace/wrap bracelet: $44 Posts: $54

Be bold with tiger’s-eye jewelry. The Stillwater Spirits sterling silver and tiger’s-eye slide bracelet adjusts to your wrist for a perfect fit. Combined with a turquoise and tiger’seye sterling silver ring by Lauren Tobey, you’ll have the most eye-catching accessories to date.

Available at Magpie Jewelry Gallery Bracelet: $42 Ring: $175

Relax into your fall routine with a fun layered look.

Start out with a Sno Skins ivory long-sleeve. Layer it with a Lilla P striped short-sleeve and necklace with leather and metal accents. The Eric Michael leather-lined shoes add a sophisticated touch.

Available at Cricket Clothing Co. Long-sleeve: $82 Short-sleeve: $84 Necklace: $38 Shoes: $169

Let Wintergarden Jewelry Studio bring you back to nature with its botanical jewelry. As leaves fall, matching purple leaf necklace and earrings keep you connected to the changing seasons for a seamless look.

Necklace: $32 Earrings: $38

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Add color to your plate with BIN 119’s honey-roasted pork belly tapas. Topped with honey sauce and served over parmesan asiago polenta, this dish is best served with a drink of your choice for a downtown fine dining experience.

Stay caffeinated this fall with Mazevo Coffee’s fresh korban espresso, a blend of beans roasted daily in downtown Billings. This espresso con panna is Italian for espresso with cream, but it really translates to deliciousness. Top it off with your choice of cinnamon powder, cocoa powder, chocolate or caramel drizzle.

Treat your sweet tooth with one of Log Cabin Bakery’s Montana made rolls fresh from the oven. Layers of cinnamon and brown sugar beneath a pecan and caramel shell are sure to excite taste buds. Sweeten the deal with a cup of steaming coffee.

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Pug Mahon’s

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404 N. 30th St.

2525 1st Ave. N.

The pork chop sandwich is Pug Mahon’s specialty.

Served with the luck of the Irish, every bite gets you a little bit closer to that pot of gold. Come for the cuisine, but stay for the creature cocktails.

Meat and potatoes take on new meaning with Commons 1882’s boneless beef short rib. Served with mashed potatoes, green beans and beef jus, this classic Montana dish is great for the gluten sensitive. Add a glass of vino, draft beer or a specialty cocktail for a refreshing finishing touch.

New on the menu is Stella’s ¡Cheeseburger Olé!

Open-faced and served with house-made chili Verde sauce, this burger comes with your choice of side, so come hungry and enjoy the view (road construction is finished).

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Back Porch Deli 207 N. Broadway (406) 254-9519 Bernie’s Diner 19 N. Broadway (406) 867-6767 The Burger Dive 114 N. 27th St. (406) 281-8292 Café Zydeco 2503 Montana Ave. (406) 248-3440

Soup and Such 2716 Third Ave. N. (406) 294-0148

Cham Thai & Cuisine 2916 First Ave. N. (406) 256-1812

Stacked: A Montana Grill 106 N. Broadway (406) 534-8702

Ciao Mambo 2301 Montana Ave (406) 325-5100

Stella’s Kitchen & Bakery 2525 First Ave. N. (406) 248-3060

Don Luis 15 N. 26th St. (406) 256-3355

Coffee/Specialty Shops

Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant 17 N. 19th St. (406) 259-8930

Big Dipper Ice Cream 100 N. Broadway (406) 534-2350

Guido’s Pizza 3005 First Ave. N. (406) 259-1041

Crazy Mary’s 1404 6th Ave. N. (406) 252-0089

Broadway Deli & Café 313 N. Broadway (406) 281-8568

Denny’s 501 N. 27th St. (406) 256-7335

Brockel’s Chocolates 117 N. 29th St. (406) 248-2705

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 2519 Montana Ave. (406) 969-3909

City Brew 1131 N. 27th St. (406) 294-4620

Dude Rancher Restaurant 415 N. 29th St. (406) 259-5561

Ebon Coffee Collective 2712 2nd Ave. N. (406) 431-4522

Good Earth Market 3024 Second Ave. N. (406) 259-2622

Mazevo Coffee Roasters & Espresso Bar 2719 First Ave. N. (406) 534-6625

Harper & Madison 3115 10th Ave. N. (406) 281-8550

Log Cabin Bakery 2401 Second Ave. N. (406) 245-0389

Hog Wild Cafe/Party Pig Catering 204 N. 22nd St. (406) 839-3154

MoAV Coffee House 2501 Montana Ave. (406) 672-4784

Lisa’s Sandwich Den 2908 First Ave. N. (406) 252-4282

Rock Creek Coffee Roasters 124 N. 28th St. (406) 896-1600

McCormick Café 2419 Montana Ave. (406) 255-9555

Starbucks 27 N. 27th St. (DoubleTree) (406) 252-7400

Perkins 825 N. 27th St. (406) 248-8320

Velvet Cravings 225 N. Broadway (406) 294-0308

Burger King 520 N. 27th St. (406) 245-7911

Pita Pit 2813 Second Ave. N. (406) 245-7482

Veronika’s Pastry Shop 2513 Montana Ave. (406) 855-5770

Hardee’s 608 N. 27th St. (406) 259-3344

Pug Mahon’s 3011 First Ave. N. (406) 259-4190

Ethnic Cuisine

Jimmy John’s 122 N. Broadway (406) 281-8282

Rockets Gourmet Wraps & Sodas 2809 First Ave. N. (406) 248-5231

The Athenian 18 N. 29th St. (406) 248-5681 Café Italia 2417 Montana Ave (406) 896-9700

Imperial Thai Cuisine 216 N. Broadway (406) 696-3330 La Tinga 113 N. 30th St. (406) 969-8828 Mamacita’s Café 304 N. 19th St. (406) 252-9950 NaRa Restaurant 3 Custer Ave. (406) 245-8866 Sarah’s Mexican Food 310 N. 29th St. (406) 256-5234 Seva Kitchen 313 N. Broadway (406) 969-2221 Shanghai Village 2926 Second Ave. N. (406) 245-6887 Wild Ginger 2713 Montana Ave. (406) 252-4486

Fast Food

Kentucky Fried Chicken 719 N. 27th St. (406) 259-2641

Fine Dining Bistecca at the Granary 1500 Poly Drive (406) 259-3488 Billings Petroleum Club 27 N. 27th St, 22nd Floor (406) 252-6700 Bin 119 119 N. Broadway (406) 294-9119 Commons 1882 404 N. 30th St. (406) 254-1882

Lilac 2515 Montana Ave. (406) 969-4959

Daisy Dukes 222 N. Broadway (406) 201-8725

Thirsty Street Brewing Co. 3008 First Ave. N. thirstystreet.com

TEN 19 N. Broadway (406) 867-6767

Doc Harper’s 116 N. Broadway (406) 200-7177

Tiny’s Tavern, Inc. 323 N. 24th St. (406) 259-0826

Walkers American Grill & Tapas Bar 2700 First Ave. N. (406) 245-9291

Hooligan’s Sports Bar 111 N. Broadway (406) 259-3328

Trailhead Spirits 2314 Montana Ave. (406) 969-1627

Sports Bars - Bars - Pubs

Last Chance Pub & Cider Mill 2203 Montana Ave. (406) 534-8918

Uberbrew 2305 Montana Ave. (406) 534-6960

Montana Brewing Co. 113 N. Broadway (406) 252-9200

Yellowstone Valley Brewing Company 2123 First Ave. N. (406) 245-0918

406 Kitchen & Taproom 1207 N. 27th St. (406) 245-5985

Double Tree Montana Sky 27 N. 27th St. (406) 252-7400

Angry Hanks 20 N. 30th St. (406) 252-3370

The Fieldhouse 2601 Minnesota Ave., Suite 3 (406) 534-2556

The Bookie 3011 First Ave. N. (406) 245-4900

Jake’s 2701 First Ave. N. (406) 259-9375

Carter’s Brewing 2526 Montana Ave. (406) 252-0663

Juliano’s 2912 Seventh Ave. N. (406) 248-6400

Craft Local 2413 Montana Ave. (406) 702-1458

Newly Remodeled Still the best drinks in town 2403 Montana Ave. 259-0047

Monte Bar & Casino 2824 First Ave. N (406) 259-3393 The Pub Station 2502 First Ave. N. (406) 894-2020

The Rainbow Bar 2403 Montana Ave. (406) 259-0047

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UPCOMING SEASON The Complete History of America (Abridged) Written by The Reduced Shakespeare Company September 8, 9, 10* 15, 16, 17*, 22, 23, 24* Brundibar: A Youth Opera Composed by Hans Krasa September 30, October 1*, 6, 7, 8*, 13, 14*, 15* FESTIVAL OF ONE-ACT OPERAS: The Telephone by Gian Carlo Menotti The Lantern Marriage by Jacques Offenbach Bon Appétit by Lee Hoiby October 14, 15*, 20, 21, 22* Mousetrap Written by Agatha Christie November 10, 11, 12*, 17, 18, 19*

A Celtic Christmas Written by Teri Hammerquist and Steve Zediker December 8, 9, 10*, 15, 16, 17*, 22, 23

Madeline and the Gypsies Adapted from the Ludwig Bemelman books April 28, 29* May 4, 5, 6*, 11, 12, 13*

Gulliver’s Travels Written by Don Flemming January 27, 28* February 2, 3, 4*, 9, 10, 11*

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Arts & Culture ALBERTA BAIR THEATER Billings Clinic Classic

Transport yourself to Latin America during this year’s Classic Havana Night fundraising event for Billings Clinic. Two-time Grammy-nominated band, The Mavericks, headline followed by Billings’ own John Roberts y Pan Blanco. Enjoy dressing up for an entertaining evening benefitting the Friends of Nursing Endowment.

Date & Time: Aug. 26, 8 p.m.

Location: Alberta Bair Theater Tickets: Call (406) 657-4670 or visit albertabairtheater.org.

Bonnie Raitt in concert

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Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Bonnie Raitt brings Billings her 20th album during the 2017 Dig in Deep Tour. Get a glimpse of Raitt’s songwriting skills with the most original lyrics she’s contributed to a record since 1998. Raitt donates one dollar from every ticket purchased to local, regional and national grassroots organizations.

Date & Time: Sept. 6, 7 p.m.

Location: Alberta Bair Theater Tickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org.

Family Magic

Jay Owenhouse is giving the Magic City a run for its money with his award-winning grand illusions. The two-day matinee performances include Bengal tigers, dangerous escapes and storytelling that seems more truth than surreal.

Date & Time: Sept. 16 & 23, 4 p.m.

Location: Alberta Bair Theater Tickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org.

Billings native Kristin Korb returns to her roots with her band, Kristin Korb Trio, Sept. 29.

Wild Kratts Live

Embark on a fun-filled adventure with the popular Wild Kratts brothers Martin and Chris. The PBS Kids animated television series is brought to the stage with Creature Power Suits, a comic villain and critter facts. VIP tickets afford guests the opportunity to meet characters live.

Date & Time: Sept. 28, 6:30 p.m.

Location: Alberta Bair Theater Tickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org.

Kristin Korb Trio in concert

Billings native Kristin Korb returns to her roots, sharing the talents of her band. Bassist and singer Korb, along with pianist, MagCourtesy of the ABT nus Hjorth, and drummer, Snorre Kirk, perform 11 blues-influenced Experience Bonnie Raitt’s songwriting skills in person at the Alberta Bair Theater Sept. 6. tunes that exude romance and encourage dancing in your seat.

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Date & Time: Sept. 29, 7:30 p.m.

Location: Alberta Bair Theater Tickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org.

Home Free in concert

See the YouTube sensation that is the singing group Home Free. Combining Nashville sounds with snappy humor and all-vocal performances, this five-man band is chock-full of surprising musical stylings you won’t want to miss.

Date & Time: Oct. 4, 8 p.m.

Location: Alberta Bair Theater Tickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org.

Dance Theatre of Harlem

Straight from New York City, this ensemble takes ballet to a bold new level as performers showcase multi-cultural dance and artistic expression. Stemming from a time of tragedy after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s assassination, the Dance Theatre of Harlem is on a mission to enrich lives everywhere.

Date & Time: Oct. 6, 7:30 p.m.

Location: Alberta Bair Theater Tickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org.

BILLINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY

To view classes and seminars at Billings Public Library, visit billingslibrary.org.

BILLINGS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA & CHORALE Montana Splendor

The Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale begins its 67th season with powerful performances that set the stage for this year’s lineup.

Hungarian composer Zoltàn Kodàly, Montana native Eric Funk and pianist Andrew von Oeyen perform renowned compositions that enrich and entertain.

Date & Time: Sept. 23, 7:30 p.m.

Location: Alberta Bair Theater Tickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org.

Tango Nuevo

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Straight from New York City, the Dance Theatre of Harlem takes ballet to a bold new level at the Alberta Bair Theater Oct. 6.

Boz Scaggs in concert

of blues enthusiasts. Audience members will hear a boogie-worthy comAfter debuting with the Steve Miller Band, Boz Scaggs triumphed as bination of Croce family originals as well as the tunes that inspired them.

Date & Time: Nov. 3, 7:30 p.m. a solo singer in the last four decades. Finding inspiration from the sounds Location: Alberta Bair Theater of Texas, Louisiana and Oklahoma, Scaggs says he’s having more fun with Tickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org. music now than ever before. A VIP ticket comes with premium seating and commemorative merchandise.

Moon Mouse: A Space Odyssey Date & Time: Oct. 9, 7:30 p.m.

Go to the moon with a stellar performance involving adventure, peril, Location: Alberta Bair Theater beauty and strange new friends. Dancers and glow-in-the-dark puppets Tickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org. tell the story of Marvin the mouse as he escapes from bullying into a setting that’s out of this world.

Take Me To The River Date & Time: Nov. 10, 7:30 p.m.

Billings has the blues. Grammy and Critics Choice Award winners Location: Alberta Bair Theater and STAX Music Academy alumni share the stage in an all-star collaboraTickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org. tion between Memphis legends and Mississippi Delta icons.

Date & Time: Oct. 25, 7:30 p.m.

Location: Alberta Bair Theater Tickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org.

GENTRI in concert

Talented tenors Brad Robins, Casey Elliott and Bradley Quinn Lever make up GENTRI: The Gentlemen Trio. Local cellist David Heinzen of the Billings Symphony leads a string quartet that complements the trio’s Billboard chart-topping harmonies. This cinematic pop performance that critics are calling “anything but boring” is a must-see.

Date & Time: Oct. 27, 7:30 p.m.

Location: Alberta Bair Theater Tickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org.

A.J. Croce in concert

Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella

The creators of “The Sound of Music” and “South Pacific,” Rodgers and Hammerstein present the Tony Award-winning musical, “Cinderella.”

Relive the beloved childhood story of Prince Charming, an enchanted pumpkin and the perfect fit with a Broadway musical that makes all your wishes come true.

Date & Time: Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m.

Location: Alberta Bair Theater Tickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org.

ART HOUSE CINEMA & PUB

To view movie showings at Art House Cinema & Pub, visit arthouseFollowing in his father’s legendary footsteps, A.J. Croce, son of singer-songwriter Jim Croce, brings timeless classics to a new generation billings.com.

The music of Hector Del Curto, Anturo Màrquez, the late Alberto Ginastera and Astor Pizzolla tantalize the audience with the sounds of tango. This fiery genre is full of passion enhanced by bandoneon players, and both national and international influences.

Date & Time: Oct. 14, 7:30 p.m.

Location: Alberta Bair Theater Tickets: Call (406) 256-6052 or visit albertabairtheater.org.

Lutheran Legacy

German monk Martin Luther, who sang tenor, played the lute and composed music, developed Lutheranism, which plays an important role in Christian praise and prayer. Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale performs the Lutheran Church’s Easter hymn and other popular hymns of the Lutheran tradition.

Date & Time: Nov. 18, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 19, 2 p.m.

Location: St. Patrick Co-Cathedral Tickets: Call (406) 252-3610 or visit billingssymphony.org.

CROOKED LINE STUDIO

To view classes at Crooked Line Studio, visit crookedlinestudio.com.

NOVA CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Red, Whites & Blues

Celebrate the 2017-18 season at NOVA with a kickoff fundraiser for the performing arts. Watch sneak-peek segments of the upcoming shows and enjoy food paired with Überbrew beer or Yellowstone Cellars

vino. Be sure to mark your calendar after the show with favorite performances.

Date & Time: Sept. 7, 6 p.m.

Location: NOVA Center for the Performing Arts Tickets: Call (406) 591-9535 or visit novabillings.org.

Date & Time: Oct. 22, 7 p.m.

Location: McCormick Café Tickets: Call (406) 591-9535 or visit novabillings.org.

Agatha Christie’s Mousetrap

Who doesn’t love a good murder mystery? From the mind of Agatha Christie is a thrilling story of strangers stranded in a boarding house as a snow storm rages outside. But inside waits a murderer and a policeman attempting to solve the crime before it’s If you’ve ever questioned the discovery of America or how too late. many Democrats it takes to screw in a lightbulb, the talented actors Date & Time: Nov. 11 & 17-18, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 12 & 19, 2 p.m. of the Reduces Shakespeare Company have the answers. In this Location: NOVA Center for the Performing Arts abridged retelling of our country’s story, history is rewritten for the Tickets: Call (406) 591-9535 or visit novabillings.org. audience.

Date & Time: Sept. 8-9, 15-16 & 22-23, 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 10, 17 & 24, 2 p.m.

Location: NOVA Center for the Performing Arts To view events at The Pub Station, visit 1111presents.com.

Tickets: Call (406) 591-9535 or visit novabillings.org.

The Complete History of America (Abridged)

THE PUB STATION

Venture Improv

For two decades the Venture Improv troupe has been entertaining Billings audiences with impromptu performances. Much like the show “Whose Line is it Anyway,” actors improvise scenarios based on suggestions and games, so no show will be the same as the last.

Date & Time: Sept. 16, Oct. 21 & Nov. 18, 7:30 p.m.

Location: NOVA Center for the Performing Arts Tickets: Call (406) 591-9535 or visit novabillings.org.

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RIMROCK AUTO ARENA AT METRAPARK

in Montana and Wyoming

by Morgan Tyree

Morgan Tyree combines his passion for football and photography with images of gridiron games in the rural west. Traveling the dusty roads of Montana and Wyoming, Tyree documented high school football games in color photographs on display in time for fall.

Date & Time: Exhibit on display until Dec. 30 Location: Western Heritage Center Tickets: Call (406) 256-6809 or visit ywhc.org.

The Southsiders

This exhibit is focused on the people who made the south side of the tracks in Billings unique to the rest of the city. While north of the railroad depot flourished with hotels, businesses, politics and churches, the southsiders made their community unique with a focus on religion, family and social groups.

Date & Time: Exhibit on display until Dec. 30 Location: Western Heritage Center Tickets: Call (406) 256-6809 or visit ywhc.org.

From Here to There: The Mapping of Montana

A series of Montana maps show the changing face of this region through history. View guides to navigate mountains and rivAs if seeing the band who brought listeners songs like “If ers, directions to Idaho and Montana’s gold fields, and wagon roads Today Was Your Last Day” and “Photograph” wasn’t enough, Nickel- through Montana Territory. Gain a unique perspective of early back is joined by Daughtry, Shaman’s Harvest and Cheap Trick for Montana and how maps have captured travel through the state.

Brundibar: A Youth Opera Date & Time: Exhibit on display until Dec. 30 The Czechoslovakian tale of Brundibar is one of adventure and their epic Feed the Machine tour and only Montana stop.

Date & Time: Aug. 27, 6 p.m.

Location: Western Heritage Center woe. The children of a poor, sick mother are on a quest for money to Location: Rimrock Auto Arena at MetraPark Tickets: Call (406) 256-6809 or visit ywhc.org. buy her milk. While singing in the marketplace, a vile organ grinder Tickets: Call (406) 256-2400 or visit metrapark.com attempts to foil their plan.

Date & Time: Sept. 30, 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 6-7 & 13, 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 1, 8 & 14-15, 2 p.m.

Location: NOVA Center for the Performing Arts Tickets: Call (406) 591-9535 or visit novabillings.org.

Funky Bunch

Funky Bunch is made up of high school students, but make no mistake, they are just as funny as their Venture Improv elders.

Watch hilarious scenes chock-full of smart humor.

Date & Time: Oct. 6 & Nov. 3, 7:30 p.m.

Location: NOVA Center for the Performing Arts Tickets: Call (406) 591-9535 or visit novabillings.org.

Nickelback: Feed the Machine Tour

NILE Stock Show & Rodeo

Buckle up and strap on your spurs for a week-long celebration of the Western way of life. The Northern International Livestock Expo brings Billings a livestock, youth education and agriculture showcase, plus four nights of action-packed rodeo events.

Date & Time: Oct. 14-21 Location: Rimrock Auto Arena at MetraPark Tickets: Call (406) 256-2400 or visit metrapark.com.

Baconfest

Gluttons for bacon gather at MetraPark to celebrate local purveyors of pork. Restaurants and vendors present their best swine servings – strips, dips and even sips – to 3,000 visitors who Festival of One-Act Operas can pig out during this one-day tribute to bacon.

“The Lantern Marriage,” “The Telephone,” and “Bon Appetit” Date & Time: Nov. 11, 11 a.m. are performed in a showcase of single act operas. Follow along as Location: Rimrock Auto Arena at MetraPark a young farmer struggles with his affection for his orphan cousin, a Tickets: Call (406) 248-7827 or visit metrapark.com. would-be fiancé tries to pop the question, and a woman race a hand beater against a mixing machine.

Date & Time: Oct. 14-15 & 20-21, 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 22, 2 p.m.

Location: NOVA Center for the Performing Arts Tickets: Call (406) 591-9535 or visit novabillings.org.

Auction of Arias

Enjoy a night of music and mingling before a performance worth vying for. Bid on your favorite song and meet the artists prior to a showcase of the winning selections. The intimate setting makes for limited seating, so be sure to purchase tickets in advance.

WESTERN HERITAGE CENTER EXHIBITS

The Biggest Game in a Small Town: Photographs of High School Football

HIGH NOON LECTURE SERIES

Pork Cake, Beef Fudge and Huckleberry Pie: What Can Food Tell Us About Montana History?

The oil, railroad and mining industries brought waves of immigrants to Montana, and with them, recipes. Mary Murphy of Montana State University shares how food tells a story of early Montana.

Date & Time: Sept. 21, Noon Location: Western Heritage Center Tickets: Call (406) 256-6809 or visit ywhc.org.

Wonderlandscape: A Cultural History of Yellowstone National Park

Visiting Yellowstone is more than exploring a park. John Clayton’s newest book presents the awe-inspiring landscape of Yellowstone, and how its wildlife and natural features have attracted visitors for more than a century and inspired Americans to love their land.

Date & Time: Oct. 19, Noon Location: Western Heritage Center Tickets: Call (406) 256-6809 or visit ywhc.org.

Latino America, Latino Montana

The Puerto Ricans, Dominicans, Cubans and Mexicans that comprise the American Latino population have played an important role in Montana’s history. Learn how Latinos helped shape the state and the importance of understanding their struggle today.

Date & Time: Nov. 16, Noon Location: Western Heritage Center Tickets: Call (406) 256-6809 or visit ywhc.org.

HOOF-IT WITH A HISTORIAN: BILLINGS WALKING TOURS

Visitors to Billings and long-time residents can embark on a journey through time with a Western Heritage Center historian. Learn more about the city’s Southside Chinatown, its railroad history, grave side stories and other interesting details that make Billings the Magic City of today.

Date & Time: Fridays at 10 a.m.

Location: Western Heritage Center Tickets: $10 adults, $5 students, children under 12 free (up to 2 per paying adult); call (406) 256-6809 or visit ywhc.org.

YELLOWSTONE ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS Earth to Earth: Sediment to Sediment

Get your head out of the clouds and back on the ground with the YAM’s latest exhibit. Focusing on the land of two continents – Europe and North America – some artists even use sediment as a medium. This gritty display will inspire visitors with works that embrace and capture Earth’s beauty.

Date & Time: Exhibit is on display until Oct. 15 Location: Yellowstone Art Museum Tickets: Call (406) 256-6804 or visit artmuseum.org.

action-packed Saturday. Start off at the library for mask-making, trivia, snacks and a green screen photo booth from 10 a.m. to noon. Then, head to the YAM from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and visit the “My Hero! Contemporary Art and Superhero Action” exhibition. Museum activities include sketching your own superhero and making a cape.

Date & Time: Sept. 9, 10 a.m.

Location: Billings Public Library & Yellowstone Art Museum Tickets: Free admission when you mention Geek Out!; Call (406) 256-6804 or visit artmuseum.org.

Bridal Fair

If you’re engaged, there’s no better place to meet wedding vendors and services than at Bridal Fair. More than 30 local and regional photographers, planners, caterers and more will be ready to help brides make their big day dreams come true. Plus, register to win a free venue rental or reception at the YAM. Date & Time: Sept. 17, 10 a.m.

Location: Yellowstone Art Museum Tickets: Admission is free; call (406) 256-6804 or visit artmuseum.org.

The Anti-Hero in Contemporary Comics: A Lecture by Aaron Rosen

Rocky Mountain College professor Aaron Rosen explores the anti-hero in conjunction with the “My Hero: Contemporary Art and Superhero Action” exhibit. Lacking typical heroic qualities, the anti-hero has appeared in modern comic books as a central character despite its shortcomings.

Date & Time: Sept. 28, 6:30 p.m.

Location: Yellowstone Art Museum Tickets: Free with paid museum admission and free for members; call (406) 256-6804 or visit artmuseum.org.

After 5 Unplugged

Immerse yourself in the arts with a night of music, mingling and, of course, all of the artwork on display at YAM. The museum’s galleries will be open, and guests can enjoy free parking, a full bar and food truck on Boundless Visions See Montana’s story unfold through the region’s works of art dating site.

Date & Time: Oct. 12 & Nov. 16, 5 p.m. back to the mid-twentieth century. If you’ve already visited Boundless Location: Yellowstone Art Museum Visions, go again as the YAM changes the display and showcases new Tickets: $3 wristband admission (must show ID); call (406) 256works from its permanent collection. Pieces chosen demonstrate four 6804 or visit artmuseum.org. regional themes: Understanding place, recognizing connections, tenacity and experiment.

GoUnite Haunted Ghost Date & Time: Exhibit is ongoing Location: Yellowstone Art Museum Tour at the YAM Tickets: Call (406) 256-6804 or visit artmuseum.org.

Yellowstone County Jail’s worst criminals were once kept in the Yellowstone Art Museum’s basement. Now, their spirits roam the halls.

Art-o-mat Come for a good scare and stay for drinks and dinner at Raven’s Café For only $5, pull the knob on this renovated cigarette vending d’Art after the one-hour tour. The GoUnite sponsored event encourages machine and become an art collector. Featuring original cigarette-box guests to let kids play at the Big Sky Imaginarium while parents get sized works, the Art-o-mat vends contemporary paintings, jewelry, fabric spooked. art and more.

Date & Time: Oct. 13, 6:30 p.m.

Date & Time: Exhibit is ongoing Location: Yellowstone Art Museum Location: Yellowstone Art Museum Tickets: $45 and up with kids’ playdates; call (406) 272-2102 or Tickets: Call (406) 256-6804 or visit artmuseum.org. visit gounitenow.com.

CHRIS JORGENSEN, Gazette Staff

Dare to be deceptive at the Yellowstone Art Museum’s third annual Masquerade Party fundraiser Oct. 28.

welcome at parents’ discretion.

Date & Time: Oct. 20 & Oct. 27, 7 p.m.

Location: Yellowstone Art Museum Tickets: Free with paid museum admission; call (406) 256-6804 or visit artmuseum.org.

Pumpkin Carving Workshop

Pack up your pumpkin and head to the Yellowstone Art Museum for a lesson in pumpkin carving by YAM special events coordinator and artist Jason Jam. Create depth and form using provided tools to bring pumpkins to life and liven up your front porch.

Date & Time: Oct. 21, 10 a.m.

Location: Yellowstone Art Museum Tickets: $40; call (406) 256-6804 or visit artmuseum.org.

Masquerade Party

Dare to be deceptive at the Yellowstone Art Museum’s third annual Masquerade Party. Featuring music, food, drinks and aerialists hanging from ropes to pour them, it’s a night filled with art museum mystique.

The 21 and up event sold out last year, so be sure to purchase tickets early; tickets go on sale Aug. 24 for YAM members and Sept. 1 for the EVENTS YAM Ghost Tours general public.

Jailbirds used to roam the halls of the Yellowstone Art Museum when Date & Time: Oct. 28, 7 p.m.

Geek Out! Superhero Saturday it was the Yellowstone County Jail. Experience their spirits come alive Location: Yellowstone Art Museum Billings Public Library and Yellowstone Art Museum join forces for an with a one-hour guided historical tour of the YAM’s haunted past. Kids are Tickets: $25; call (406) 256-6804 or visit artmuseum.org.

dotORG Downtown Billings hosts annual fundraisers 24th annual Messiah Festival

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After two dozen years, the Messiah Festival maintains its holiday momentum as the go-to free concert at Christmastime. On Dec. 3, keep with tradition and get your fix of Handel’s Messiah at the Alberta Bair Theater.

The annual fundraiser benefits the Meadowlark House, temporary housing for families traveling for cancer treatment. Money is raised through sponsorships and advertising, though donations are welcome at the event. The fun starts at 3:30 p.m., Courtesy Photo where a choir of 100 local volunteers sing their hearts out. Accompanied by a 28-piece orchestra, the Christmas selections would be music to Meadowlark House’s ears if it had them. “We are forever grateful to those singers who generously lend their voices to this worthy cause,” said Heather Bergeson, director of special events at St. Vincent Healthcare Foundation. For more information, contact Bergeson at (406) 237-3638 or heather.bergeson@sclhs.net.

Lifting Spirits at the SAINTS Ball

Not only is clinical care necessary for patient healing, mental and spiritual well-being play a big role. Help support Spiritual Care at St. Vincent Healthcare by attending this year’s SAINTS Ball on Oct. 7, 2017 at 6 p.m. For nearly four decades, the chaplains at St. V’s offer ‘round-the-clock support, guidance and companionship to patients. Support their campaign to raise $3 million to endow the efforts of its pastoral program as they comfort patients and train others in Spiritual Care. Guests should wear white for the “City of Angels” theme, and enjoy an evening of dinner and dancing. Live and silent auction items go to the highest bidder. Sponsor tables are available from $2,000 to $10,000, and individual tickets are $150. To purchase tickets, sponsor a table or learn more about the SAINTS Ball, contact Heather Bergeson at (406) 237-3638 or heather.bergeson@sclhs.net.

Corks & Canvas at ZooMontana

Hard times should bring families closer together, not drive them apart. That’s why Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Montana raises money for families needing a home away from home when their sick children receive medical treatment at far-away hospitals. In its 11th year, the Corks & Canvas fundraiser looks to help more people in need, like the 1,210 family members assisted with funds raised in 2016. Co-chaired by Jessica Scheer and Jackie Owen, the Sept. 15 event at ZooMontana features a dinner, art auction and wine-tasting. Starting at 5:30 p.m., sip on vino varieties from Merry Cellars Winery while bidding on silent auction items.

Then, participate in the live auction with works from signature artist Carol Spielman and others as you dine on a delicious four-course meal. This event relies on the generosity of local businesses and contributions from the Billings community. A third of the proceeds go to the nonprofits’ annual operating budget. For details on tickets or table sponsoring, visit the Corks & Canvas Facebook page or contact Jessica Scheer at (205) 260-5554.

Gazette file photos

Above: Children at the former Eastern Montana College preschool arrive for school dressed for Halloween in 1987.

Right: Students at Broadwater Elementary School parade down Broadwater Avenue on Halloween in 1983.

Left: Students at Broadwater Elementary begin their parade of Halloween costumes in October 1983.

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