CityLifestyle.com/Billings
AUGUST 2020
I’m here to help! “She works hard for her clients - above and beyond.” Bill, Billings
“Karen is fantastic to work with.” Teresa, Billings
“She’s friendly, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with, a true pro.” Joe, Billings
“I appreciated her knowledge of marketing, sales and timing as well as pricing.” Rhonda, Billings
KAREN FREEMAN, REALTOR® 406-876-1931 | billingshomes.net
(406) 351-3546 | www.nathansatran.com | nathan@nathansatran.net 2
Billings Lifestyle | August 2020
Indoor legacy smiles Excellence is our only Standard!
DON’T GET HOT THIS SUMMER! A C T N O W T O P R O T E C T A N D M A I N TA I N YO U R A I R C O N D I T I O N E R !
A I R C O N D I T I O N E R I N S TA L L AT I O N SERVICE | INSPEC TION | MAINTENANCE
406-655-1099
Indoor
Make sure everyone is ready for Back To School!
IASMT.COM
Schedule an adult cleaning and get a
FR EE K I D’S CLE A N I N G Expires August 31, 2019. Some restrictions may apply.
Everyone at the office is very nice and super helpful! They got me into see the dentist the same day I called and had my tooth fixed the next morning. Love these guys Michael Stuart, DDS
and highly recommend them! Tasha M. 2019
Military Discount! 10% OFF treatment to active duty, active reserve, retired military and immediate family. JUST BRING IN A VALID MILITARY ID *Some restrictions may apply.
(406) 248-2669
Legacy-Smiles.com 2700 Grand Avenue, Suite D, Billings, MT 59102 CityLifestyle.com/Billings
3
LIFESTYLE LETTER
AUGUST 2020 PUBLISHER
Jeff Lethert | jeff.lethert@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR
Ann Lethert | ann.lethert@lifestylepubs.com
Our Little Ones WHEN YOU THINK OF AUGUST, WHAT COMES TO MIND? Does it conjure up images of a family vacation? Maybe camping, boating, or taking that cross-country road trip with Aunt Edna? Perhaps August means family barbecues, bike rides or time at the pool?
ACCOUNT MANAGER
Hew Hundley | hew.hundley@lifestylepubs.com Steve Lethert | steve.lethert@lifestylepubs.com Pam Walter | pam.walter@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER
Miranda Williams LAYOUT DESIGNER
Emily Stout
No matter what August brings, it is a safe bet that our children and pets are a
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
large part of our plans. That is why we dedicate this month to the younger family
Stephanie Hower
members in our midst, both the two legged and the four legged.
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Oluanai Photography
We will introduce you to a student that is using his love for science to make a difference in the community. Learn about a personal trainer that is helping our kids not only strengthen their body, but also their character. Plus, we have stylish, convenient, and functional ways to make your home more comfortable for your pet and so much more. Take this month to spoil your little ones, whether they walk on two legs or four, as summer comes to a close and we watch them all get a little bit bigger and a little
CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor
bit smarter.
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson
We've all heard people tell us the regrets they have from not spending enough time
REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams
AD MANAGER Chad Jensen
with their kids when they were younger, but I don't recall anyone ever regretting the
WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell
time they did get to spend with them. So, here's to having no regrets. Happy August!
Jeff Lethert, Publisher
ARIZONA | CALIFORNIA | COLORADO | CONNECTICUT | FLORIDA | GEORGIA IDAHO | ILLINOIS | KANSAS | MARYLAND | MASSACHUSETTS | MICHIGAN MINNESOTA | MISSOURI | MONTANA | NEVADA | NEW JERSEY | NEW YORK NORTH CAROLINA | OHIO | OKLAHOMA | OREGON | PENNSYLVANIA SOUTH CAROLINA | TENNESSEE | TEXAS | VIRGINIA | WASHINGTON
514 W 26TH ST., KANSAS CITY, MO
ON THE COVER Keatin Hertz PHOTOGRAPHY BY OLUANAI PHOTOGRAPHY 4
Billings Lifestyle | August 2020
CityLifestyle.com/Billings
Proverbs 3:5-6 Billings Lifestyle™ is published monthly by Lifestyle Publications LLC. It is distributed via the US Postal Service to some of the Billings areas’ most affluent neighborhoods. Articles and advertisements do not necessarily reflect Lifestyle Publications’ opinions. No portion of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without written consent. Lifestyle Publications does not assume responsibility for statements made by advertisers or editorial contributors. Information in Billings Lifestyle™ is gathered from sources considered to be reliable, but the accuracy of all information cannot be guaranteed.
Locally Owned and Operated Since 2011
We deliver
confidence, quality and comfort to your door each month.
We provide quality incontinence supplies while you maintain your dignity and privacy.
534-1439
710 Black Hawk, Unit F2, Billings 59106 | discreetsolutionsinc.com
RA CT
M AYA B U RTO N , L U X U RY B RO K E R
DE UN
406-591-0106 MAYABURTON.COM MAYA@FLOBERG.COM
R
O
NT
REPRESENTING LUXURY HOMES ... WITH ST YLE
2 LOCATIONS WEST END 3419 CENTRAL AVE.
DOWNTOWN 2908 2ND AVE. N
(406)651-5433 MEIERCHIROPRACTIC.COM
CityLifestyle.com/Billings
5
INSIDE THE ISSUE AUGUST 2020
FEATURES 08 A Melody of Music and Imagination The Always Be Creative Band believes in empowering young minds and fostering imaginative thinking
12 Cozy Spaces for Pets Comfortable, Functional, and Chic Options for Furry Family Members
20 Winning Combination ONE Fitness Focuses on Fitness and Good Conversations with Young Athletes
20 24
24 Local Limelight: Keatin Hertz The future is bright for this young scientist
08
12 DEPARTMENTS 4
Lifestyle Letter
8
Giving Back
12
Renovate & Refine
20 Healthy Lifestyle 24 Local Limelight
A Trusted & Superior Level of Dental Care!
$0
406-248-6177 TurleyDentalCare.com
Cleanings! For insured patients. Call for details.
Appointments 7am–7pm & on Saturdays!
CityLifestyle.com/Billings
7
GIVING BACK
a melody of music and imagination
THE ALWAYS BE CREATIVE BAND BELIEVES IN EMPOWERING YOUNG MINDS AND FOSTERING IMAGINATIVE THINKING.
8
Billings Lifestyle | August 2020
MUSIC IS A LANGUAGE THAT EVERY-
with our 16-year-old daughter, Seryn, and
ONE UNDERSTANDS. It can connect,
24-year-old stepson, Kevyn. We are busi-
inspire, and entertain people of all ages and
ness owners, community leaders, public
backgrounds. When implemented in the
artists and lovers of all things encouraging
education of children, music can transcend
to Billings culture.”
the typical constraints of verbal communi-
Brian is also vice-president of a family
cation and instruction. In 2009, Brian Epley
owned business, “Superior Concrete”, an
founded The Always Be Creative Band for
industry which affords him three to four
Kids as an outlet for his own love of music
months off during the Montana winter. This
and a means to share that with children. At
“down time” inspired him to pursue his pas-
the time, his own daughter was entering her
sion for music.
pre-K years.
In 2017 the band partnered with pho-
“I have always loved music, played in local
tographer and filmmaker Jessica Jane
original music bands, and have found so
Hart, incorporating as the Always Be
much joy in making music with my friends,”
Creative Organization.
begins Brian, current director for Always Be
“Together we have been visiting schools
Creative. “The band started writing ‘kids
and community events, providing hands-on
rock music’ with my friends and family. We
learning experiences, playing concerts, and
then developed a 30 minute classroom
conducting cool physics and photography
experience that could be performed for
experiments,” explains Brian. “The band has
school children, beginning in my daughter’s
always been composed of myself and local
classes. News spread, since we also happen
educator Mike Galt on drums. In true ABC
to know many teachers and administrators
form, he is a childhood friend I have been
in the Billings area. Pretty soon, our pedigree
playing music with for almost thirty years.
was growing exponentially.”
And since 2016 we have included Pete
The goal of The Always Be Creative Band
Bolenbaugh as well on bass. He is the exec-
is to engage children with music through
utive director of Wise Wonders Science and
a fun, active, enthusiastic delivery. Brian is
Discovery Museum.”
now the Executive Director of The Always Be
While the band performs for a variety
Creative 501(c)3 Organization (est. 2017). He
of audiences through community events,
plays guitar, sings lead, and writes songs for
they have a special place in their hearts for
the band. As a Billings native, he takes pride
little ones.
in his local community.
“We absolutely love K through 5th grade,”
“I was born and raised in Billings, have
Brian says. “Their imaginations are very
been married to my wife Kerry for 15 years,
CONTINUED >
ARTICLE STEPHANIE HOWER | PHOTOS PROVIDED BY JESSICA JANE HART
CityLifestyle.com/Billings
9
GIVING BACK (CONTINUED) open and in their creative prime! We have played assemblies, carnivals, block parties and classrooms at the following schools: Lil Rascsal’s, Montesorri, Boulder, Washington, Park City, McKinley, Broadwater, Lewis and Clark, and RMC.” Their resume also includes events such as Alive After 5, ZooMontana, Strawberry Festival, Harvest Fest, Saturday Live, and RMC Hogwart’s Ball, to name a few, as well as numerous concerts and birthday parties. While music is the band’s primary focus, their repertoire for the classrooms encompasses a wide array of interactive, creative and stimulating activities. “Our activities include interactive 30 minute musical classroom experiences, interactive hands-on STEAM classroom activities, such as sticking electrodes into fruit to make a piano out of things that conduct. Also, musical games, such as xylophones that we deconstructed and made into a pitch guessing game in a box with peer to peer playing power and many skill levels.” Brian describes question and answer sessions the ABC Band has conducted with high school students and songwriting discourses they have held with junior high students. During a four day “Girls and Guitars” camp in Red Lodge, their group taught Girl Scouts age 7-17 how to play guitar, with the final day culminating in the girls playing a concert with the Band. The ABC Organization has also received grants which resulted in projects like the ‘Flower Gongs’ outside Wise Wonders and an upcoming “Painting With Light” installation. “Our focus is to inspire creativity in children and adults by facilitating hands-on learning
opportunities
throughout
the
community,” concludes Brian. “Our aforementioned Musical Flower Garden is the first in a long line of upcoming projects with such partners as Oasis Water Park and BSEDA’s recently adopted Coulson Park Development Plan. It is our belief that artistic and scientific engagement can spark valuable creative thinking and problem solving skills that are vital to maintaining a strong and resilient community.” alwaysbecreative.org 10
Billings Lifestyle | August 2020
“OUR FOCUS IS TO INSPIRE CREATIVITY IN CHILDREN AND ADULTS BY FACILITATING HANDS-ON LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY.”
CityLifestyle.com/Billings
11
RENOVATE & REFINE
COZY SPACES FOR PETS COMFORTABLE, FUNCTIONAL, AND CHIC OPTIONS FOR FURRY FAMILY MEMBERS
ARTICLE STEPHANIE HOWER PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED
PETS ARE FAMILY. Sharing your home with a furry friend is a treasured experience, as they bring love and joy to our lives. Yet, sharing the furniture with a feline or canine companion might be a different story. Which means, pets need their own safe spaces to feel comfortable and get cozy within the home. For those hesitant to simply toss an unsightly blanket in the corner or a cumbersome dog bed in the living room, there are a number of stylish, convenient, and functional ways to make your home more comfortable for your pet, while maintaining your chic home decor. UNDER STAIRS KENNEL OR DOG HOUSE Dogs require their own, private, safe space. Kennels and dog houses are often found outside, but what happens when weather or living situation prevent them from being outdoors? It is important to have 12
Billings Lifestyle | August 2020
Under Stairs Kennel or Dog House
CONTINUED >
Upgraded Dog House
CityLifestyle.com/Billings
13
RENOVATE & REFINE (CONTINUED)
Cabinet Drawer Food Station
a place in the home they can go when they need per-
Wall Mounted Cat Shelf
sonal space. This option takes advantage of a mostly unused space and creates an ideal, aesthetically pleasing addition that your pet will love. NOT YOUR AVERAGE DOG BED Dog beds come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and styles. Coordinate your pet’s cozy bed to fit the style of your home. Choose something that is functional and comfortable for your pet, yet doesn’t need to be shoved into a corner when guests visit. CABINET DRAWER FOOD STATION Dog bowls can be an eye sore and an inconvenience. Customize a cabinet drawer to conceal food bowls and keep them out of your way when navigating the kitchen. Raising food bowls off the ground can even have digestive benefits for larger dogs and make eating easier. WALL MOUNTED CAT SHELF Feline friends deserve their own special space, too. Since cats are always keen on climbing, give them a specific spot to climb and perch in, rather than all over your furniture. They can jump, climb, perch, and rest in style. Wall mounted cat furniture comes in a variety of styles and shapes to suit your home (and pet’s) needs. Chic shelf, or cat perch...who can tell? UPGRADED DOG HOUSE In this case, being in the dog house is actually a good thing. Additions such as a shaded porch area, raised dog bowls, stained wood, extra large living quarters, and roof shingles, elevate your dog’s outside shelter into an eye-catching part of the backyard. 14
Billings Lifestyle | August 2020
Not Your Average Dog Bed
WINNER FOR 5 YEARS IN A ROW!
CALL WOODS ACCOUNTING TO HELP WITH YOUR PAYROLL & ACCOUNTING NEEDS.
[]
TAKING A VACATION OR NEED SOME TIME TO FOCUS ON YOUR BUSINESS?
WE CAN HELP!
TAX PREPARATION
BOOKKEEPING
PAYROLL SERVICES
1030 S. 24TH ST W, BILLINGS, MT (406) 969-5394 WOODSACCOUNTING.COM
Support Local. Inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders! Working With Your Child to Develop Independence.
Let’s Take Care of Each Other. Our small businesses need us more than ever.
Our Staff Encourages Learning Respect and Positive Self-Image.
Our Education Helps Create a Positive Thought Process.
We Value The Responsibility of Quality Care and Education.
We Are A Year Round School!
NOW ENROLLING Accepting Ages Newborn through Age 5.
We Offer Full Time and Part Time.
Flat Monthly Rates.
tiffany.vandever@gmail.com I 2316 Rehberg Ln. I 406.661.3568 CityLifestyle.com/Billings
15
Play Hard, Tr e a t We l l
“BE THE PERSON YOUR DOG THINKS YOU ARE” IS NOT ONLY THE TITLE OF C.J. FRICK’S BRILLIANTLY ILLUSTRATED BOOK BUT IT’S JUST PLAIN GOOD ADVICE. As pet owners, we know our furry buddies need quality food, water, shelter, love, and play. We want to give them the very best of each but what if we don’t know what “the best” is? Or worse, what if we think we’re giving them the best but we’re not? Josh and Holly Allen found themselves in a similar situation in 2008. At the time, Holly was working as a Veterinary Technician in Bozeman. Her clients would often ask her to recommend a high-quality food, one devoid of harmful chemicals. She couldn’t in good conscience, recommend any that she knew of. Around that same time, Josh and Holly adopted Jericho, a sweet papillon with Addison’s disease and other health issues. Holly found herself in the same boat as her clients, desperate to find puppy food that would aid in healing and not contribute to his health problems.
ARTICLE AMANDA KRIEG | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED 16
Billings Lifestyle | August 2020
DEE-O-GEE IS YOUR BEST BET FOR A HEALTHY PET
The research began. By attending trade shows and
Every pet owner knows it’s essential to provide your
pounding the Google pavement and eventually opening
dog or cat with essential grooming but it’s not always easy
up their own business that can fill this hole in our pet care.
to do that at home. Whether we don’t know how, don’t
This is the genesis of Dee-O-Gee. What started out as a
have the right equipment, or just don’t have the time, it
small natural pet store out of Bozeman has since grown to
can be a daunting challenge. Dee-O-Gee takes the guess-
include a second location downtown and has expanded to
work out of this. Each location has professional grooming
a Billings, Kalispell, and most recently a Missoula location.
services. Some locations also provide D-I-Y grooming
Dee-O-Gee is an independent Pet Supply and Services
stations complete with different size tubs, all-natural sup-
Boutique. What that means is that you will only find holistic,
plies, towels and dryers.
nutritional, and highly researched food and supplements here.
“It’s so fun to watch families and couples come in to
For example, you’ll find Super Snouts Joint Power Green for
use the D-I-Y tubs” said Josh. “There will be water and
dogs and cats which is composed of 100% New Zealand
soap everywhere!” He also mentioned that newly adopted
green lipped mussels or various CBD products to help your
puppies receive a free wash.
pet calm down. You’ll also see that that the cats’ wall of canned food is two to three times bigger than the dogs’. “That’s because cats can be really picky,” said Josh. It’s important to find what works for each feline. Dee-O-Gee’s bakery case full of hand-crafted treats will make your own
“It ’s so fun to wa tch f amilie s an d co up le s come in to use th e D- I-Y tub s.”
mouth water. In addition to food and supplements, Dee-O-Gee carries a wide-array of toys and gear that also promote locally
As if providing food, treats, toys, and grooming weren’t
made products. One such company is West Paw, made in
enough, Dee-O-Gee also provides day camp for dogs and
Bozeman, which creates toys for play, chewing, cuddling,
requires that each Day Camp staff member be certified in
or challenging your dog. The company offers a “Love It
Pet First Aid and CPR by Pet Pro Hero.
Guarantee” with all of their products. Another great com-
A lot has changed in the Pet Market Industry since
pany out of Missoula is Flyvines, which makes dog collars
2008 when Josh and Holly started this business. Pet Care
out of recycled fly lines.
Revenue has jumped from $42 billion a year to $70 billion, CONTINUED >
CityLifestyle.com/Billings
17
PLAY HARD, TREAT WELL (CONTINUED)
proving that pet care is not only on the rise but also recession proof. Superstores seem to be everywhere and name brand foods are now in mainstream grocery stores. Yet according to Josh, “the Independent Pet Industry is very small and family oriented. You really get to know your manufacturers.” In fact, a lot of the products independent stores like Dee-O-Gee sell are not found in bigger stores. They come from smaller brands, committed to smaller stores. Sales and demand aren’t the only thing that have changed. As the Josh and Holly’s family grew, it was no longer ideal for their family to travel state wide to their various locations. So Josh and Holly did what they do best: navigate a need and make it better. They revamped Dee-O-Gee into a franchise, allowing trusted business owners to bring their select skills to the table. Five locations is impressive but Josh and Holly are nowhere near finished growing. They continue to look for quality franchise owners that can demonstrate and live Dee-O-Gee’s core values. Those values are Community, Respect, Excellence, Authentic, Team and intEgrity, or C.R.E.A.T.E for acronym sake. 18
Billings Lifestyle | August 2020
“Yappy Hours” is just one way each location contributes to the betterment of their own town. It usually pairs a non-profit and a brewery together in store to raise money and create connection amongst the pet community. Knowing manufacturers
personally
and
supporting
Montana companies ensures that every product is 100% authentic. According to Josh, Dee-O-Gee also wants to foster a “team-centric, healthy culture for you and your dog” which means getting you outside and active together. “Play hard and treat well” is his motto and what a good one to have.
CityLifestyle.com/Billings
19
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE “I HAVE BEEN A PERSONAL TRAINER AND GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR FOR 22 YEARS,” BEGINS CHERIE STRAUS, OWNER OF ONE FITNESS. “I am certified through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as
Winning Combination
a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).” Cherie’s interest in fitness began during her childhood as she watched movies such as Rocky III and Karate Kid, films which inspired her to work hard to achieve her goals. “The idea that nothing is free and that hard work beats talent, when talent doesn’t work hard, is the message I try and instill in my clients…especially the young athletes I work with,” she explains. “My biggest joy is watching someone overcome
ONE FITNESS FOCUSES ON FITNESS AND GOOD CONVERSATIONS WITH YOUNG ATHLETES
ARTICLE STEPHANIE HOWER PHOTOGRAPHY OLUANAI PHOTOGRAPHY 20
Billings Lifestyle | August 2020
“MY BIGGEST JOY IS WATCHING SOMEONE OVERCOME OBSTACLES AND ACHIEVE SOMETHING THEY NEVER THOUGHT POSSIBLE.”
obstacles and achieve something they never thought possible.”
For children of all ages, it’s important to move everyday. Fitness
Cherie’s ultimate objective is to elevate everyone who enters her
can be implemented as a way to condition for a sport, prevent inju-
gym by motivating and encouraging them.
ries, have fun, and develop a lifelong habit which will promote good
When it comes to young athletes, Cherie believes in talking to them about more than just exercise. Combining fitness and good conversation makes for a winning combination. “I like to talk to kids about what attitudes help you make the team, how to be a good team player, and how to deal with failure and pressure.”
mental and physical health. “Depression is a growing problem in our youth population,” Cherie adds. “Exercise and friendship are a huge help! We grow better in community.” onefitnessmt.com
CONTINUED >
CityLifestyle.com/Billings
21
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE (CONTINUED) WORKOUT IDEAS COURTESY OF ONE FITNESS
01.
SQUATS Great lower body exercise Stand with your feet about hip width apart. Bend your knees and extend your hips backward as if you are going to sit back into a chair. Keep your knees behind your toes and weight is back on your heels. Keep your chest and head up. 3 sets of 10 reps to start
03.
AEROBIC EXERCISE - RUNNING - SPEED AND AGILITY DRILLS
All athletes need to be running - either sprinting or endurance running (long, slow distance) depending on their sport Speed and agility drills should also be implemented. Ladder and hurdles can be used - but so can tape/chalk on a driveway - something to get your feet and brain moving quickly. Running 20 minutes, 3 days per week to start (Either sprints or endurance) Ladder Drills High knees, Side High Knees, “In/In, Out/Out”, Hopscotch 10 minutes 2-3 days per week to start 22
Billings Lifestyle | August 2020
02.
Life grows here.
separate space NEED A
FOR THE KIDS?
Let kids be kids without going PUSH UPS
crazy! Our single family floorplans
Great core, chest, shoulder and arm workout Start
with
your
hands
shoul-
der-width apart (or a bit wider),
offer lots of options to keep the kids (and their stuff) out of your favorite spaces.
bend elbows at a 45 degree angle and lower your body toward the ground - the angle of your arms can
OM V I E W F A M I LY R O
O P T I ON S ONL I NE !
vary depending on comfort level and shoulder health. Keep your core engaged and don’t tuck your chin in. 3 sets of 10 reps to start CityLifestyle.com/Billings
23
LOCAL LIMELIGHT
THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT FOR THIS YOUNG SCIENTIST, A TEEN WITH AN INVENTIVE, INQUISITIVE, AND INTELLECTUAL NATURE.
L O C A L L I M E L I G H T: K E AT I N H E R T Z ARTICLE STEPHANIE HOWER | PHOTOGRAPHY OLUANAI PHOTOGRAPHY
FRESHMEN KEATIN HERTZ HARBORS A LOVE FOR
addition to discussions with airline professionals, he has
SCIENCE WHICH HAS FUELED HIS ACADEMIC AND
attended aviation camps, controlled and flown airplanes,
PERSONAL PURSUITS, LEADING HIM TO REMARK-
and completed an online course through Embry–Riddle
ABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS. From Eagle Scout to hon-
Aeronautical University during the pandemic quaran-
ors student, Keatin is a young man with big ambitions and
tine last spring.
a big heart. An aspiring pilot, he knows his future career path will require an understanding of physics, one of his favorite subjects (the other is math).
24
Yet, an online course isn’t the only way Keatin occupied his time during the nationwide quarantine. “During the pandemic, I made masks because I like helping people,” he says. “In 5th grade I was in a STEM
“I love experimenting because I am a very hands on
club that made prosthetic, 3D printed hands…I loved it and
learner,” Keatin explains. “I make an effort to talk to as
wanted to do it again. This year I had the same teacher that
many pilots and airline workers in as many fields as
I had in 5th grade. She started 3D printing masks and gave
possible to ensure this is the field I want to work.” In
them to me to assemble and distribute. I ended up putting
Billings Lifestyle | August 2020
together just over 100 masks.” He also delivered lunches to students unable to reach food sites during the COVID-19 crisis and delivered Easter baskets to his neighbors. Keatin is often finding ways to give back. As a STEM student officer through STEM Yellowstone he volunteers at community events, and he volunteered with “Reading Rocks” this summer. “I also love playing and singing music,” he adds. “Music is a science. I created a robotics guitar during the pandemic that I am able to play. I am in a rock band as lead singer and guitarist, but have also played the upright bass, percussion, electric bass, keyboard, and I have sang on stage since I was two.” His other interests include skiing, backpacking, traveling, flying, and playing Xbox. At the National History Day Competition he won state and will be participating in the national competition. Keatin attends Billings Senior High School.
“I MAKE AN EFFORT TO TALK TO AS MANY PILOTS AND AIRLINE WORKERS IN AS MANY FIELDS AS POSSIBLE TO ENSURE THIS IS THE FIELD I WANT TO WORK.”
CityLifestyle.com/Billings
25
CONFIDENCE
is beauty
JOIN OUR PREMIER MAINTENANCE CLUB!
SOME PROCEDURES WE OFFER INCLUDE:
I n clu d e s : S p e ci a l Pr i ci n g o n B o t ox & Fi l l ers , M o n t h l y S p a & La s e r Tre a t m e n t s .
L i p o s u c t i o n | B re a s t A u g m e n t a t i o n B re a s t L i f t | Tu m my Tu c k | Fa c e L i f t
2510 17t h S t re et We s t B illing s , Mo ntana 59102 (4 0 6) 24 5 -3238 B I L L I N G S P L A S T I C S U R G E R Y. C O M
Set up a consultation with any of our aesthetic specialists to star t your journey on to beautiful healthy skin.
BUILDING HOME POSSIBILITIES
Before our remodel I was embarrassed to host parties or have company in our kitchen. It was crowded, dark, outdated, and not vey functional. After Ty Nelson's amazing renovation, I now love hosting people and we are so proud of our kitchen. To say we highly recommend Ty Nelson Design & Remodel would be an understatement!” ~ Pat and Jamie Carahasen
KITCHENS
BATHROOMS
ALL POSSIBILITIES
START YOUR PROJECT
FEATURED ON:
406-534-8360 • tynelsonconstruction.com 1041 Broadwater Ave, Billings, MT 59102
FIND US ON: