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How to Prepare Your Parents for the New Year Ahead The New Year brings in new traditions and resolutions. It also brings new frustrations, worries, and struggles, especially if you are caring for an elderly parent. Try a different New Year’s Resolution this year: less stress. Here are a few tips to relieve stress in the new year when caring for elderly parents.

TAKE INVENTORY: Take inventory of the medications your parents are taking and their schedule. Are they taking different medication than they were last year? Is the dosage different? Sometimes even saving their medication schedule in your phone for future reference can relieve stress if something unexpected comes up.

GET FAMILIAR: Get familiar with your elderly parent’s physical and mental limitations. Are there any physical limitations that they didn’t have last year? Maybe they are struggling to carry heavier things or need more help with housekeeping then they did before. Do they remember appointments and dates as well as they did before? All these things can be stressful, but being prepared for it and making a plan can make the situation less difficult.

ASK FOR HELP: You don’t have to go this alone. There are many options for in home care for when you can’t be there to assist them. If they need help 24/7 or just 2-3 hours a week, a trained caregiver can assist them whenever they need it. Your health is just as important as theirs. If you are over extending yourself to take care of your loved ones, looking into a caregiver could relieve some of the stress in the coming year.

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

FEBRUARY 2018 PUBLISHER

Jeff Lethert | Jeff.Lethert@LifestylePubs.com EDITOR

Nicolette Martin | Nicolette.Martin@LifestylePubs.com ACCOUNT MANAGER

Steve Lethert | Steve.Lethert@LifestylePubs.com

We Love Our Community THIS MONTH BRINGS WITH IT TWO REASONS FOR CELEBRATION. First off, we are revealing our winners from our first annual Best of Billings competition. It’s truly a delight to honor the small business owners that work so hard to provide excellent products and the highest level of service in our community.

This is your award, Billings.

Your votes decided the winners. So, let’s celebrate!

Secondly, this month marks the one-year anniversary of Billings Lifestyle. It has been a blast creating this magazine for you over the past 12 months, and we are so excited for what we have in store for you in the months ahead.

On behalf of the entire Billings Lifestyle team, we would like to extend our gratitude

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to you, our readers, and the entire Billings community. It is truly an honor to share the good news of the community with you every month. Additionally, we say a

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huge “THANK YOU” to the advertising partners that make it all possible. We take pride in partnering with some of Billing’s most respected brands. Whether you are looking for your next home, automobile or outfit for date night, we hope you consider these businesses who are investing in our community.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE FEBRUARY 2018

FEATURES 12 A Handmade Valentine’s Day Make it feel like an extra special at-home Valentine’s Day this year with thoughtful touches from the heart—and hands

16 Best Of Billings Winners get your votes for the best in town

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38 Our Contributors Getting to know the faces behind Billings Lifestyle

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DEPARTMENTS 6

Lifestyle Letter

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Around Town

12 DIY 34 Culinary Creations 36 Lifestyle Calendar 38 Local’s Choice

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AROUND TOWN

23RD SEASON OF ARTWALK DOWNTOWN BILLINGS Come enjoy downtown Billings’ Winter ArtWalk from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on February 2. Galleries, studios, museums and other "art-worthy venues" in downtown Billings open their doors to the public.

Now in its 23rd season, Artwalk Downtown Billings features artists in attendance, new works

technology into a state-of-the-art facility where students get multidisciplinary experience.

VICE CHANCELLOR OF ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE TERRIE IVERSON RETIRES AFTER 33 YEARS OF SERVICE TO MSU BILLINGS

by emerging and established artists, refreshments,

Terrie Iverson, Montana State University Billings

gallery talks, music and mingling, an opportunity

vice chancellor of administration and finance,

to purchase original art and celebrate the creative

retired in December after 33 years of service.

spirit that thrives in the Yellowstone Valley region.

Iverson’s tenure gave her vast institutional knowl-

Maps are at each participating location and on the

edge and made her an asset to the university. Her

website, ArtWalkBillings.com.

distinguished career dates back to when the institu-

For more information, contact Virginia Bryan, ArtWalk president, 406.696.7121 or virginiab@ downtownbillings.com.

See you at the ArtWalk!

EIGHTH ANNUAL SWEET SUCCESS FUNDRAISER SET FOR MARCH 10

tion was known as Eastern Montana College.

Iverson graduated from EMC in 1982 with a bachelor’s degree in business administration specializing in accounting. Following graduation, she worked as an auditor in the Legislative Auditor’s Office. Iverson returned to her alma mater two years later as a grants and contracts accountant.

The eighth annual Sweet Success fundraising

During her time as a university employee, Iverson

event, benefitting Dress for Success Billings, will be

served in the positions of general accounting

held from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 10, at

supervisor and director of internal operations before

the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 27 N. 27th St.

becoming the vice chancellor of administration and

Invite your girlfriends and enjoy fashion by local

finance in 1991. In this role, she was responsible for

boutiques, delicious food and drink, silent auction

the business and financial operations of the uni-

items and more while supporting training opportu-

versity. She was also charged with the plans, staff

nities for women as they enter the workforce.

organization and leadership for business services,

To purchase tickets, please visit DressForSuccessBillings.org/SS2018/

MSUB YELLOWSTONE SCIENCE BUILDING PROJECT GETS MAJOR BOOST FROM THE SUNDERLAND FOUNDATION

facilities services, human resources, financial services, information technology and university police.

Iverson has been actively involved in the Billings community and state organizations. She is a member of the Montana Society of Certified Public Accountants and the Montana Association of Female

The completion of the MSU Billings Yellowstone

Executives, and a graduate of Leadership Billings in

Science & Allied Health Building took another

1992. Iverson was one of the creators of the Montana

major step forward with a grant of $150,000 from

Business Incubator and served as secretary-treasurer,

The Sunderland Foundation. This is the second gift

vice chair and as a board director for eight years.

that MSU Billings has received from The Sunderland Foundation for the building for a total of $225,000.

A proud Yellowjacket, Iverson has volunteered as an MSUB Alumni Advisory board member

The Sunderland Foundation was created in

and has raised funds as a member of the People

1945 by the Sunderland family who has been

Pride and Promise Campaign. She was an active

associated with the successful management of

committee member for the MSUB/EMC 75th

the Ash Grove Cement Company since 1909 and

Anniversary Celebration and played a strategic

created the foundation to provide a much-needed

part in the merger for EMC/VoTech. On a state

source of funding for established nonprofits that

level, she served as a member of the OneMSU

need new or improved facilities.

team and as a member of the Montana University

The Yellowstone Science and Allied Health

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science and allied health programs, curriculum and

System Recruitment and Retention Committee.

Building project is MSU Billings’ initiative to expand

Iverson declared her intent to retire more than a

and renovate the current science building which

year ago. The formal search process for Iverson’s

was built in 1947. The goal is to incorporate the

replacement is currently progressing.

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MAKE IT FEEL LIKE AN EXTRA SPECIAL AT-HOME VALENTINE’S DAY THIS YEAR WITH THOUGHTFUL TOUCHES FROM THE HEART—AND HANDS

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From-Scratch Pasta Yield: 1 pound WHAT YOU NEED

2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 4 large eggs WHAT YOU DO

1. Mound the flour in the center of a work surface with a well in the middle. Crack the eggs into the well and beat with a fork until smooth, then work flour into eggs with the fork. Use a bench scraper to work in the rest of the flour a little at a time. When the flour is incorporated, form the dough with your hands into a rounded mass for kneading. Lightly dust your workspace with flour and knead dough about 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Cover dough with a bowl or plastic wrap and rest 1 1/2 hours, or chill overnight.

2. To roll by hand, flour a clean work surface. Vigorously roll dough to a very thin circle and roll constantly with even pressure as it stretches for several minutes until as thin as possible, almost translucent.

3. To cut by hand, lightly fold sheets one at a time into thirds and cut to desired thickness. Recipe from MarthaStewart.com.

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Dark Chocolate Truffles WHAT YOU NEED

1/2 cup heavy cream 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 cup cocoa powder, for dusting WHAT YOU DO

1. Bring the cream to just a simmer in a saucepan over low heat. Pour the cream over the chocolate in a bowl and let stand about 10 minutes to melt the chocolate. Add the vanilla, stir until smooth and set aside to cool for 1 hour at room temperature.

2. Beat chocolate at medium speed until thick and light-colored. Spread over the bottom of a baking dish, smooth and refrigerate 2 hours until firm.

3. Pour cocoa powder onto a deep plate or shallow bowl, and using a melon baller or small ice cream scoop, scoop out balls of chocolate. Roll in cocoa powder until coated and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Recipe from FoodNetwork.com.

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Relaxing Bath Salt Blend WHAT YOU NEED

16 ounces Bokek Dead Sea Salt 20 drops lavender essential oil WHAT YOU DO

In a mixing bowl, add drops of the essential oil to the bath salt and mix well; store in a glass jar. Add 1/3 to 1/2 cup of the scented salts to a bath for a relaxing experience. SeaSalt.com

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» BEST DESSERT/BAKERY

Caramel Cookie Waffle Co. 1707 17th St. W., Billings, MT 59102 406.252.1960 CaramelCookieWaffles.com Born and raised in Utrecht, the Netherlands, Jan Boogman grew up enjoying the country’s cookie of choice: the stroopwafel. He also grew up

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running track and, as luck would have it, eventually all that running led to

Stacked, A Montana Grill

Jan meeting a girl from Montana. Though Judy grew up a world away on

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good food was all it took. The two were inseparable from the start.

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Wanting to bring the delicacy of the stroopwafel to America, Jan and

Stacked is about the layers of flavors, classic dishes

Judy began making the cookies on an antique hand-iron at local fes-

with an innovative twist. Stacked was created with a

tivals and fairs. What began as a summer gig in a 10-foot-by-10-foot

care for taking the freshest ingredients and finessing

booth evolved into a storefront. Selling their distinctive caramel cookie

amazing flavors and combinations from them. The

waffles on 17th Street, they began adding more items from soups to

restaurant was built to be a space that can welcome

pastries to sandwiches. Today, Jan and Judy proudly serve a variety of

everyone from business groups, to craft beer or wine

baked goods, soups, sandwiches and imported items along with their

lovers to the average joe on the street looking for some

signature caramel cookie waffles in the same store where it all began.

of the best food Montana has to offer. The atmosphere lends itself not only to relaxation but is just right for enjoying the great company guests have join them, from one to many. Stacked's mission statement reflects the restaurant's exacting goals, "Make sure every guest leaves a little bit happier than when they came." So, amazing food combined with great atmosphere and outstanding service, that's Stacked's goal!

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» BEST CHEF/FINE DINING The Fieldhouse

2601 Minnesota Ave., Billings, MT 59101 406.534.2556 TheFieldhouseMT.com The Fieldhouse is raising the bar for the restaurant industry. The Fieldhouse is upheld by fundamental philosophies based around quality, freshness and sustainability. The restaurant strives to minimize the length of time between the cultivation of its food products to your mouth’s enjoyment because, let’s face it, fresh is where it's at. Not only does that mean that The Fieldhouse ends up supporting local growers and creating a community spirit, but also supporting the longevity of Mother Earth.

» BEST INSURANCE AGENT Ron Sanchez Insurance Agency, Inc. (State Farm Insurance) Two locations: 315 S. 24th Street W., Billings, MT 59102; 416 N. Broadway, Red Lodge, MT 59068 406.656.6404 RonSanchezInsurance.com Ron Sanchez owns and operates the Ron Sanchez State Farm agency with operations at two separate locations, one in Billings and the second in Red Lodge. Despite the size of State Farm as an enterprise, Ron is truly a small-business owner. A customer-centric business culture is important to Ron because he's learned over the years how that favorably impacts the customer experience. Although he serves customers throughout Montana, his primary geographic focus is in Yellowstone, Carbon and Stillwater counties.

» BEST BREWERY Überbrew

2305 Montana Ave., Billings, MT 59101 406.534.6960 UberBrewMT.com Überbrew is a Billings-based brewery and eatery whose ongoing quest is the search for the perfect pint. People in Billings and all over have joined Überbrew on this noble quest, and the owners and staff are very appreciative. Thank you, and Prost!

Through a consultative process, the agency strives to help consumers manage the risks of everyday life, recover from unexpected events and realize their dreams. The agency has an array of quality products to accommodate specific needs.

Having served in the Army for a number of years, Ron often refers to his State Farm business as his second life. It is serving others, which his two lives have in common, that remains an important characteristic for Ron today.

He enthusiastically believes in his business. He has to admit that enthusiasm is easy to embrace when more people in the United States insure with State Farm than with any other insurance organization. That’s a whole lot of opportunity to serve others!

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» BEST FINANCIAL/WEALTH MANAGEMENT Adam Gross - Retirement Solutions 178 S. 32nd St. W., Suite 1, Billings, MT 59102 406.794.9114 Retire-Solutions.com Does the idea of talking about your finances make you sweat?

Then you need to talk to Adam Gross, a financial services professional at Retirement Solutions. That job title is a fancy way of saying that Adam loves to learn about your goals and dreams, and then help you succeed by making sure the financial side of things are taken care of. It’s as simple as that.

Think of your journey to financial freedom as a business. You are the CEO, you make the decisions and you are empowered to control that journey. Adam is merely the bricklayer that helps to put it all in place.

There are enough things that will keep you up at night—money shouldn’t be one of them.

You should grab coffee with him sometime.

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LEARNING CENTER

Sylvan Learning Center 2225 Broadwater Ave., Suites B & C, Billings, MT 59102 406.656.4646 Locations.SylvanLearning.com/US/Billings-MT Choosing Sylvan is about getting results and setting your child up for long-term success. Sylvan is focused on building academic confidence, igniting intellectual curiosity and inspiring a love for learning—all of which make a big impact in school and life. Over the last 35+ years, Sylvan has helped millions of students and families achieve new levels of academic success.

Sylvan's secret sauce? The best teachers and technology! At Sylvan, you get the best in certified teachers and interactive technology, so your child feels fully engaged and gets the exact learning he or she needs. Teachers not only instruct, but they challenge and inspire your child.

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follow Sanctuary's mission statement “We take care of you." Sanctuary's

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creative environment values teamwork, education, passion and a commit-

other students.

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» BEST MEDSPA

Tallman Medical Spa 2294 Grant Road, Billings, MT 59102 406.294.9660 TallmanMedicalSpa.com Tallman Medical Spa is a true medical spa, where the medical treatments and the spa experience come together. Dr. Philip Tallman, a board-certified dermatologist, has been performing aesthetic/cosmetic laser treatments since 1994. When he saw

» BEST DAY SPA/MASSAGE Sanctuary Spa & Salon

1504 24th St. W., Billings, MT 59102 406.655.1701 SanctuaryMT.com Sanctuary Spa & Salon opened 19 years ago and continues contributing to growing a strong community. Employees work together as a team to follow Sanctuary's mission statement “We take care of you." Sanctuary's creative environment values teamwork, education, passion and a commitment to take care of guests.

the high demand for these treatments, he decided to expand his practice to offer his patients more treatment options with a higher quality of customer service. The spa opened in October 2005 as an extension to Tallman’s thriving dermatology practice.

The mission at Tallman Medical Spa is to maintain an atmosphere of compassionate attention, professionalism and excellence in care. Tallman and his staff focus on educating clients in maintaining healthy skin and treating and preventing the signs of aging. They strive to do this by offering the

» BEST GYM/FITNESS CENTER Granite Health & Fitness

3838 Ave. B, Suite 1, Billings, MT 59102 406.294.5040 GraniteBillings.com

most advanced technologies and through promoting the highest-quality of skin care products, as well as providing the best therapeutic and aesthetic services available.

Tallman Medical Spa is a relaxing place where you can get the full spectrum of cos-

Granite Health and Fitness is the premier full-service health

metic products and medical spa treatments

club and fitness facility with three convenient locations serving the

in a results-oriented, professionally super-

Billings community. Granite is locally owned and operated to ensure

vised environment.

the highest-quality fitness environment, combining a full range of fitness amenities, nationally certified personal trainers, group and small group training, and the best in programs and service.

With unique features including free day care and more than 140 free group training classes including cutting-edge workouts from Les Mills, Granite Health and Fitness has something for everyone, from toddlers to seniors. Granite Health and Fitness wants customers to be a part of a fitness community that fits them—where members are provided with encouragement and aren’t simply a number. "Your life, your gym!"

Granite Health and Fitness supports and stays active in the Billings’ community. Granite is the official strength and conditioning partner for MSU Yellowjacket Athletics and the official health club of the Billings Mustangs. Staff and instructors are heavily involved in supporting the community’s schools, sports and nonprofits. Granite promotes and supports the PEAK after-school program in School District 2 and has partnered with Billings Clinic providing their Elite SST program to junior high and high school-level athletes.

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» BEST JEWELER

Goldsmith Gallery Jewelers

» BEST DERMATOLOGIST Tallman Dermatology

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GoldsmithGalleryJewelers.com

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With a mere 10 custom, handcrafted pieces, Scott Wickam opened

Tallman Dermatology's board-certified physician and

Goldsmith Gallery Jewelers in Billings in April 1990. Transforming from

highly trained staff seek to provide quality dermatological

a small downtown storefront to a stunning, 7,500-square-foot, environ-

care to patients in an atmosphere of caring and compas-

mentally conscientious store, Scott continues to grow his business on

sion. Dr. Tallman, Peter Bulley, PA-C, and Dana Fink, PA-

the core principles of delivering exceptional service and jewelry for every

C, diagnose a wide range of common and rare, benign

customer. Goldsmith Gallery Jewelers has established itself as Montana’s

and malignant skin diseases. These are treated with oral

fine jewelry destination for more than 25 years. From innovative, custom

and topical prescriptive medications, surgery, biopsies,

creations, to highly sought-after designer brands and luxury timepieces,

shaves and other procedures.

Scott takes pride in every piece a customer embraces.

The practice treats patients of all ages, and with a variety

Goldsmith Gallery Jewelers values its clientele and welcomes new-

of skin conditions that include inflammations, infections,

comers to stop by the store to meet Scott, his wife, Kelly, and the ex-

benign growths, and precancerous or cancerous growths.

ceptional sales team. Enjoy a refreshment while browsing dozens of

Tallman has specialized training in Mohs Micrographic

designer collections and experience what makes the store different.

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With a focus on family and cosmetic dentistry, Turley Dental Care is happy to help you achieve a beautiful smile in a comfortable, safe and friendly environment. The staff looks forward to providing you and your family with the dental excellence you deserve.

Turley Dental Care has extensive experience in all aspects of modern dentistry. It offers comprehensive dental care, including everything from the preventive education and routine hygiene that help to reduce dental problems to expert solutions for the dental issues patients face— like orthodontics and restorative dentistry—all at two convenient Billings locations.

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Bennion Lambourne Orthodontics Two locations: 152 S. 32nd St. W., Billings, MT 59102; 711 W. Wicks Lane, Billings, MT 59105 406.245.4414 BillingsOrthodontics.com Bennion Lambourne Orthodontics is your comprehensive orthodontic solution for all ages, children to adults. The practice offers comprehensive orthodontic treatment options including clear and metal braces for all ages. It is an elite provider of Invisalign and Invisalign Teen. The practice also offers a full range of treatment plans, including comprehensive, combined ortho-surgical, 3-D custom digital, space maintenance, early preventive and interceptive treatment options. Bennion Lambourne Orthodontics also offers limited and aesthetic-only plans for people who are not interested in traditional orthodontic treatment options. Complimentary consultations and treatment plans are offered at all locations.

» BEST CHIROPRACTOR

Meier Family Chiropractic

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Meier Family Chiropractic wants to inspire and lead people to be

The optometrists and staff at Heights Eyecare are

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committed to providing you and your family with effi-

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cient, personalized and uncompromising service. The

well, and want to get the most out of life! Your nervous system con-

practice has been serving the eye health needs of Bill-

trols the entire body, and by getting wellness care adjustments and

ings for more than 25 years. Heights Eyecare's doctors

education on a healthier lifestyle, Meier Family Chiropractic helps

use the latest technology to provide you with a thorough

people achieve their maximum health potential.

vision and eye health exam.

With five optometrists on staff, Heights Eyecare offers convenient appointment times throughout the day.

Should you need eyeglasses, there is a full-service optical department with more than 1,000 frames and sunglasses. Heights Eyecare's optometrists are experts at maximizing the comfort and vision of patients who prefer to wear contact lenses. The practice offers the latest contact lens materials including spherical, astigmatism correcting, bifocal and colored contact lenses.

Your exam will consist of a number of tests including color vision, eye coordination, depth perception and screening for glaucoma and cataracts. The practice's commitment to technology ensures the latest instruments will allow you a state-of-the-art eye health examination.

Medical care is also available at Heights EyeCare. Doctors are therapeutically certified optometrists, enabling them to prescribe medications to treat eye infections, corneal abrasions, eye allergies, inflammation and glaucoma.

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» BEST VETERINARIAN

Caring Hands Veterinary Hospital 533 S. 24th St. W., Billings, MT 59102

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Caring Hands Veterinary Hospital provides state-of-the-art medical care for your pets in a loving hospital environment.

406.969.4141 or 406.860.2322 41RealtyGroup.com Nicole King is the lead Realtor for 41 Realty Group, a full-ser-

» BEST DOG CARE / GROOMING Lovable Pets Bakery & Boutique

Two locations: 1313 Grand Ave., Suite 6, Billings, MT 59102; 4010 Montana Sapphire Drive, Billings, MT 59106

vice team at Heavenly Homes. She and her husband flipped homes on evenings and weekends for almost 10 years before she took the leap into full-time real estate sales and hasn't regretted the move for a moment.

Over the past three years, Nicole has helped dozens of fam-

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towns. She recently earned her broker’s license, added agents

Lovable Pets Bakery & Boutique's vision is to improve the quality

to the team and opened an office location near downtown Bill-

of life of animals everywhere through an unfailing dedication to pro-

ings. Nicole's team can help sellers, buyers and real estate

viding only safe and healthy products; open, honest and excellent

investors, so, whether you want to homestead in the expanse

services; and loving gentle attention for all animals in Lovable Pets

of a ranch, settle into the bustle of downtown or expand your

Bakery & Boutique presence and under its care.

investment portfolio, 41 Realty Group can help! Nicole and her

Lovable Pets offers a wide variety of natural, organic and holistic foods for dogs and cats, plus a variety of unique toys, treats, supplements and accessories. The store also offers a self-serve pet wash

team look forward to serving you.

Nicole would like to thank Billings Lifestyle magazine readers and the Billings community for voting for her as best Realtor.

and a luxurious full-service grooming salon at Lovable Pets.

Experience friendly customer-oriented shopping environment, enjoy browsing boutique and specialty accessories, and select from 35+ brands of natural, organic dog and cat foods.

» BEST SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY Highgate Senior Living

3980 Parkhill Drive, Billings, MT 59102 406.651.4833 HighgateSeniorLiving.com/Community/Montana/Billings/ In beautiful south-central Montana, you’ll enjoy an elegant yet homelike community under the Big Sky just minutes from shopping, banking and medical facilities, with a lovely park right across the street. Simply put, you’ll find no better senior living experience than at Highgate in Billings. That said, the best way to really get a feel for the place is to schedule a tour and come visit!

Highgate at Billings offers assisted living in The Manor, where you can relax with family and friends in the fireside lounge, play cards and sip coffee in The Bistro, watch a movie in the theater or participate in a host of activities throughout the day and evening. Highgate will help with whatever you need, from medication assistance to wheelchair transportation to getting you to your monthly bridge club gathering.

For those affected by Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, Highgate offers a separate and secure residence called The Cottage.

Memory care, Highgate-style, involves myriad ways to stimulate the mind, nourish the body, feed the soul and enrich the day. Nowhere will you find a more compassionate, energetic, devoted staff of caregiving professionals to care for your loved one.

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ToadnWillow has more than 75 years of combined design experi-

has been seen throughout the community and the com-

ence ready to help you with the creative solutions needed to make

munity in return has continued to support the business.

your project shine. The award-winning team will help you capture

Because of this support, Billings Nursery in return has

ideas and bring your vision to life, ensuring that your space will

been able to support multiple families and help the com-

meet your needs for years to come.

munity to make Billings better place to live.

The design team's diverse areas of expertise, from space planning

Billings Nursery & Landscaping would like to thank Bill-

and furniture design, down to finding the perfect piece of art, brings

ings citizens for all their faithful support. You have made

extensive knowledge to your project. It's a top-to-bottom approach

the business a success!

with an eye on every detail. ToadnWillow wants to make sure your design not only speaks to your personal taste but will please your guests' visual appetites as well.

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The Yellowstone Art Museum is proud to host the longest-running and most diverse of the region’s art auctions.

It has been an event that has opened the door between artists and collectors and made Billings, Montana, an art-rich environment.

Take part as we celebrate this milestone at the main event on

Saturday, March 3rd, 2018.

On view January 25 through March 3rd Billings, Montana

Image: Jennifer French, The Rose Tree, acrylic on bison skull

Purchase event tickets at www.artmuseum.org Yellowstone Art Museum, 401 North 27th Street Event Title Sponsor: The Oakland Companies

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406.248.2162 WhiteHVAC.com White Heating & Air Conditioning is a full-service HVAC

1536 Mullowney Lane, Suite 100,

company that has provided Billings and the surrounding

Billings, MT 59101

areas with exceptional service for more than 20 years. The

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company earned its outstanding reputation by taking pride

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in its quality of work, its knowledgeable staff and standing

For more than two decades, McCall Homes have been building

behind all services it provides. Services include installation,

more than high-performance new homes—the company is proud to

design and repair of HVAC equipment from furnaces, air con-

say it is Billings' leading builder of entire communities that foster con-

ditioners, duct systems, geothermal heat pumps, fireplaces

nections between neighbors. Voted Builder of the Year by the Mon-

and indoor air quality solutions.

tana Building Industry Association in 2016, McCall Homes is proud

White Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to be a Lennox

to offer comfortable, energy-efficient homes for homebuyers at any

Premier dealer that is backed by a NATE-certified service

stage of life. Ninety-five percent of McCall Homes homeowners say

department that services all makes and models, 24 hours a

they’d recommend a McCall home to their friends and family due to

day, 365 days a year. The fireplace division offers gas, wood

the simple and fun process from design to closing and beyond.

and pellet products from stoves, fireplaces and inserts to

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During surgery, it was discovered that she had a life-threatening pregnancy condition called placenta percreta. All three lives were in danger.

Were it not for every person who came together that day, Jennifer’s story outdoor living firepits and grills. The com-

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specialized care from Billings Clinic, Jennifer now has two happy and

selection with the most impressive indoor and outdoor showroom (43 units) in the

healthy toddlers, Mya and Nora.

state of Montana! The duct cleaning division operates both Nikro negative air and RotoBrush duct cleaning equipment and is certified with the National Air Duct Cleaning Association.

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DIRECTIONS Slice cucumbers into wedges. Bring water and vinegar to boil; mix in sugar and salt. Stir until dissolved. Turn off heat and let cool. Meanwhile, prep the garlic. Peel the garlic cloves and then give them a smash.

To assemble the jars, first, stack in the pickles, and save some room for the other flavors and vinegar mixture. Next, add in about four pinches of dill and two to three cloves of garlic. Add four or five halved, single slices or red onion per jar. Next, give a pinch or two of the celery seed and crushed pepper. Once the vinegar mixture has cooled, pour it into the jars making sure to cover the top of the cucumbers. Seal jars well. Refrigerate for one week. Pickles will keep four to six weeks.

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1 JUICY IPAS - LEARN & TASTE

are called her daughters, face fron-

to the music that defined and helped

tier life. Rather than a straightforward

shape rock 'n' roll as we know it.

storyline, the musical is presented as

AlbertaBairTheater.org

a series of short tales and tableaux

MSUB College of Education, Room 122

matched with musical numbers, each

In defiance of American drinkers’

presenting an aspect of frontier life or

long-lasting fondness for bland beer,

womanhood. NovaBillings.org

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hop-forward India Pale Ales continue to

PAINTING WITH CHALK PASTELS

dominate craft beer. The New England

Yellowstone Art Museum

IPA (sometimes called Vermont IPA)— some claim it’s the way of the future—is

11 & 12

Students will learn pastel basics: use of color, laying in basic image, creat-

cloudy, smooth and fruity, with an artfully

VANIMAL-TINE'S DAY FUN

refined bitterness. Sign up for the stand-

ZooMontana

matting and framing. Plenty of class

alone course or for the whole Craft Beer

It’s Valentine’s Day a little early at

time for questions with instructor

Learn & Taste Series. MSUBillings.edu

ZooMontana! Decorate Valentine’s

Mike Caskey. ArtMuseum.org

3 TCHAIKOVSKY'S "PATHETIQUE"

ing standard sizes and how to plan for

Day cards for the animals and make your very own Vanimal-Tine treat to take home! Enjoy watching the animals receive special heart-shaped

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treats throughout the day! Regu-

GOBSMACKED!

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lar Zoo admission applies; free for

Alberta Bair Theater

Youth competition winner and Billings

members. Bring your sleds if there

Direct from sell-out seasons in

native Tanner Jorden joins the Billings

is still snow and enjoy some win-

London, Hong Kong and Edin-

Symphony Orchestra & Chorale to

ter fun on the hills. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

burgh comes the mind-blowing

perform the first movement of Edvard

ZooMontana.org

vocal show GOBSMACKED! the

Greig’s Piano Concerto followed by Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6 "Pa-

latest sensation from the UK. Featuring the reigning world champion

thetique." BillingsSymphony.org

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tana Agri-Trade Exposition (MATE),

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the largest agricultural trade show in

ertory Theatre. This play has endured

Montana, and The Home & Health

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Expo. TheMateShow.com

beatboxer Ball-Zee and an international cast of world-class vocalists, GOBSMACKED!

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in a humane, poetic and often very funny way. It continues to resonate because we all have mothers and fathers, we all cope with aging, and we have all experienced being lost—and hopefully found. MontanaRep.org

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

our contributors STEPHANIE HOWER

ROBB VANN

SASKIA BOOGMAN

After earning a bachelor’s degree in

Growing up in a small town at the base of the

Born and raised in Billings, Saskia is a marketing

mass communications from MSU Billings,

Beartooth Mountains, Robb Vann learned to

professional with a passion for storytelling both

Stephanie married her high school sweet-

appreciate the majestic playground created

personally and professionally. Managing exter-

heart and they started a family. Their

by God for all to enjoy. Photography became

nal content for camping leader Kampgrounds

children are 4 and 2. Stephanie enjoys

his passion as he explored the great out-

of America, she knows the importance of using

freelance writing and also works for a local

doors over many years that led to his busi-

the written word to tell the story of brands both

photographer, editing photos and helping

ness slogan, “Shooting Life Through Light

big and small. When she’s not working, writing

her run the business.

One Shutter At A Time.”

or perfect the perfect s’more, Saskia can be found at the gym or watching Netflix with her fiancé and her two cats, Peyton and Eli.

AARON WALLER

KATIE JACKSON

Aaron is a professional CG artist who lives

Katie Jackson says she pays her “mort-

in Billings. He is the owner/operator of

gage in Montana” because she’s often on

Graphic Finesse where, together with his

assignment abroad. The Billings-based

partner, Genia Castro, they provide video

(loosely) writer covers food and celeb-

production, photography and graphic

rities for Today, real estate and smart

design services that focus on consistent

technology for Fox News and travel for

and recognizable branding across all

a number of outlets. When she’s in the

media platforms. In his free time, Aaron

59101, the Montana native is at Norm’s

enjoys volunteering with Eagle Mount,

Island with her Leonberger, Zeus, cycling

hiking, camping and snowboarding.

along the Rims or sweating up a storm at Solace Hot Yoga & Barre. You can follow her on Instagram at @KatieTalksTravel.

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