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News Voices/Letters Teamwork and a quiet goodbye.................................................................4 The Week in Review HuHot fire, Amber alert and farms .................................................6 Briefs Dams, zoning and facial hair ...................................................................................6 Etc. Homeland Security warns about animal activists........................................................7 Opinion Why we continue to live in harm’s way...............................................................8
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Arts & Entertainment Arts Comic artist Dennis Morin on the high points of low-brow art...............................12 Music Steve Earle, Johnny Unicorn, Larry and His Flask and William Tyler....................13 Theater Colony 18 presents freshly penned plays ..........................................................14 Books Manning’s memoir covers more than just family .................................................15 Film The East heads in the right direction.......................................................................16 Movie Shorts Independent takes on current films .........................................................17 Flash in the Pan The perfect union.................................................................................18 Happiest Hour The Bridge Pizza.....................................................................................21 8 Days a Week This is the winner for Best Table of Contents Tease...............................23 Mountain High Becoming an Outdoorswoman .............................................................41 Agenda AniMeals Carnival Block Party.............................................................................42
Exclusives Street Talk..........................................................................................................................4 In Other News .................................................................................................................10 Classifieds ......................................................................................................................C-1 The Advice Goddess......................................................................................................C-2 Free Will Astrolog y .......................................................................................................C-4 Crossword Puzzle..........................................................................................................C-5 This Modern World .....................................................................................................C-12
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[voices]
All in favor
STREET TALK
by Cathrine L. Walters
Asked Tuesday, July 9, at Trempers Shopping Center. This week’s issue marks the Indy’s 19th annual Best of Missoula awards. What do you think is the best thing about Missoula? Follow-up: What’s the worst?
Gigi Midgett: There are so many good things. I think all the things that you can do that don’t cost anything, like live music, Out to Lunch, Thursday night band concerts and all the outdoor things that are free. Traffic jammin’: Probably the increased traffic. But then I go somewhere else that has actual traffic and realize it’s not that bad.
Pamela Dunn-Parrish: When I have company in town there’s always something to do. We just go down to Caras Park. Entrance fees: I think we’re a little too closed off to businesses that could come in and help our economy. We have too many regulations that stop them.
Carol Heidenann: I think Missoula offers a lot of possibilities with the University and things to do at Caras Park. The downtown is wonderful and shopping is great. I think it’s a pretty broad-minded scope of people here. 99 problems: It’s not just in Missoula, but the lack of jobs and the homeless situation is really sad.
Tracy Mann-Reno: We just moved here from Colorado Springs and the best thing so far is access to recreational activities, especially fishing. White knucklin’: Honestly, it’s something to do with the roads and some bad drivers, so we’re driving really cautiously! Some intersections don’t have stop signs and we’re not sure what to do.
When reading Alex Sakariassen’s article (see “Aisle crossing,” June 27), it seemed as though the Forest Jobs and Recreation Act and the Rocky Mountain Heritage Act are in limbo due to a lack of support by people in Montana. This is not the case. The bills are supported by a majority of Montanans—we know what is best for our public lands. The problem in seeing them passed lies in Washington, where a cooperative bill and bipartisan support are difficult to find in action. If Congressman Daines is able to use the support of his state to see these bills through, we would all benefit from the economic and recreational enhancements. While opposition to these bills is a concern in Washington, it is not in our home state. Daines has seen this support after he backed the North Fork Watershed Protection Act, when we were impressed by his ability to join with bipartisan forces to act on behalf of his constituents. Congressman Daines is an avid outdoorsman himself; he backpacks and bags peaks, and like the rest of us, he understands the need for industry in our state. His family homesteaded on the Rocky Mountain Front. Daines knows where we are coming from in our hope to pass the Forest Jobs and Recreation Act to support the timber industry and create recreation areas and wilderness for future generations. When Montanans reached across the “aisles” between different interest groups to create the legislation that is the Forest Jobs and Recreation Act, they shook hands on a Western ideal. The ideal that our public lands can and will be managed for a variety of uses: to benefit the economy and future generations, and uphold the unique beauty of the Big Sky country we live in. By creating this legislation, we made it clear that we are tired of fighting each other in expensive litigation that may never allocate land for timber management, wilderness or motorized and nonmotorized recreation. When no one is able to enjoy our public lands, we all lose. That is why the Forest Jobs and Recreation Act is supported by 70 percent of Montanans. Now, we’d like to see the same movement by our elected leaders in Washington. Join together and show us that you believe in our way of life, and you are working for the best interest of everyone. Allison Linville Whitefish
Go team, go! Carrie Vreeland: The culture and everything downtown. There’s always something going on. Unfair trade: Probably Reserve Street. Anything on North Reserve really changes the way Missoula is supposed to feel. It’s too commercial.
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Montana has many treasures. Perhaps our most important long-term treasures are places like the North Fork of the Flathead, the “Bob,” the Beartooths and
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the Mission and Swan ranges between which I live. Our elected representatives understand the long-term economic and social value of the wild and quiet places we are blessed with. Congressman Daines is trying to do the right thing: pass bills that a vast majority of Montanans agree with, like the Forest Jobs and Recreation Act and the Rocky Mountain Front Heritage Act. But partisan politics in D.C. are getting in the way. Montanans value teamwork. We want our team of Sen. Baucus, Rep. Daines and Sen. Tester to work together for Montana. We don’t’ want people from states without our wild treasures to influence our team
“Montanans value teamwork. We want our team of Sen. Baucus, Rep. Daines and Sen. Tester to work together for Montana.” more than we do. I urge our team to pass the Rocky Mountain Front Heritage Act, and the Forest Jobs and Recreation Act. It’s worth our best effort. Go team! A. Lee Boman Seeley Lake
Stepping away Last week Missoula suffered a great loss, quietly. There wasn’t a death, nor was it that someone had decided there was a better place to live than Missoula. This loss was Marta Meengs deciding that she had reached her limit regarding the medical nursing industry. Last Wednesday, while performing what would be her last impaction, she turned to her fellow nurse and said, “Kelsey, this is my last hurrah. I didn’t tell anyone else, but this is my last day (on the medical floors of St. Pat’s.)” They both chuckled with complete understanding of why. Marta, with over 30 years of nursing experience, walked quietly out the door that afternoon. This would have been a much different moment had the thousands of people she touched been there to say goodbye. Marta would often come home with a story, or stories, of individuals she couldn’t
name undergoing very trying times in their lives. Whether it was from a patient in great pain, or a child confused about why her mother was sick; and yes, the rare comical moment on what I think must be the most trying floor at that hospital—5 North, the oncology/renal floor at St. Pats. She treated many that had their days numbered, or faced years of challenges. The health care industry has a lot to do with Marta deciding that she couldn’t carry on with this career. The pressures the medical system places on hospitals and the financial pressures from running a business when “clients” have no way to pay for services have changed the way all the “clients” are treated. Instead of being faced with three patients, Marta often had six. Instead of concentrating on the patient, with a calm demeanor, Marta had to struggle with a new computer system that she never was able to master. Instead of taking the time to adequately explain a procedure to the patient or their family members, she had to worry that another patient was x minutes late in getting some medication. Instead of holding a patient’s hand during his last breath Marta had to figure out which computer screen was correct. Instead of helping a patient get a straw to their mouth she had to answer a call from patient No. 5 who has been relentless all day. The examples are endless. These nurses go non-stop all day long. Eight hour days are really nine or 10. A 12hour shift is more like 13 or 14. I don’t know if it is unique to 5 North, but those nurses hardly even break for lunch. It is a day of constantly juggling crisis after crisis. There should have been a party in some form for Marta’s contribution to nursing, but maybe more importantly, a celebration for all those still in the trenches of not only 5 North but all the nurses and Health Care Assistants in the industry that continue to do what is all too often a thankless job. This decision of Marta’s wasn’t done lightly and has been long in coming, but was made quietly. I only knew about it finally happening that afternoon after hearing about the last impaction of her career. It was a decision made with an element of sadness for leaving a medical career that allowed her a life of a great amount of freedoms (there is an enormous demand for nurses), but also a decision that brought a level of relief that I could see in her face that evening. The paycheck could no longer be compensation for Marta. Let’s hope we find a way to solve this health care crisis before more Martas leave. Thanks Marta! Tim Skufca Missoula
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WEEK IN REVIEW
VIEWFINDER
by Cathrine L. Walters
Wednesday, July 3 A Missoula Justice of the Peace orders that William Christopher Sperry, 30, be held on $75,000 bail pending trial on felony robbery charges for stealing an undisclosed amount of money from Albertson’s in the Trempers Shopping Center.
Thursday, July 4 Law enforcement issues an Amber alert for 1-year-old Jasmyn Salter. Authorities say Jasmyn was removed from state custody by her non-custodial mother, Kailee Marie Salter, a “known drug user.” The child is found safe before noon.
Friday, July 5 Robert Curran, 31, is arrested shortly before midnight for allegedly assaulting his fiance, mother and brother with a loaded .45-caliber handgun. No one is injured. Curran faces three charges of assault with a weapon.
Saturday, July 6 Dinner is interrupted at the Brooks Street HuHot Mongolian Grill and Barbecue after a grill fire gets out of control. The restaurant fills with smoke and guests are evacuated, but no one is harmed. The business is currently closed for repairs.
Sunday, July 7 The Missoula Osprey eke out a 3-2 win over the Billings Mustangs at Dehler Park. The teams played an unusual seven straight games against each other, with the Osprey winning four, including the last three.
Monday, July 8 Gov. Steve Bullock reflects on the 2013 Montana Legislature while addressing City Club Missoula. Bullock praises the legislature’s fiscal prudence but chides them for voting down Medicaid expansion.
Tuesday, July 9 Republican U.S. Rep. Frank Lucas, chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, announces he’ll support separating food stamp provisions from the $500 billion Farm Bill. Partisan disputes over SNAP benefits prevented the bill from passing last month.
Pari Kemmick, left, and Reed Sonsalla battle during a friendly bout of “Sparkler Sword Fighting” on the Fourth of July.
Bitterroot
A dam dilemma District Court Judge Donald Molloy denied a preliminary injunction earlier this month against helicopter access to the remote Fred Burr Dam in the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness northwest of Hamilton. Dam owner Fred Burr High Lake Inc. requested approval for a 45-minute overflight to transport as much as 682 pounds of materials to repair the dam’s catwalk and log boom. But environmental nonprofits Wilderness Watch and Friends of the Clearwater challenged the proposal last year, alleging that the overflight violated the non-motorized nature of the area. Molloy ruled July 1 that the transport of repair equipment to Fred Burr Dam via helicopter is “the option which least disturbs the area’s wilderness character.” The use of packstock—a suggested alternative in Fred Burr High Lake’s 2010 request to the U.S. Forest Service—would require widening numerous switchbacks through blasting. The Forest Service has ruled out similar transport options on repair projects at other wilderness dams in the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. “It is difficult to imagine any impact, other than momentary, of a helicopter flight lasting less than one
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hour,” Molloy wrote. It’s an assertion that Gary Macfarlane, ecosystem defense director for Friends of the Clearwater, finds particularly troubling. “The idea that taking something up by horses is more damaging than a helicopter flight in wilderness turns the Wilderness Act on its head,” Macfarlane says. “Helicopters are prohibited, horses are not.” The wilderness dams on the west side of the Bitterroot have been a point of contention for environmentalists for years. Most of the dams are more than a century old, built from primitive materials to store water for farms on the valley floor. They require constant and costly upkeep; repairs to the Tin Cup Dam in 1998 totaled nearly $1 million. Still, Molloy pointed out, leaving Fred Burr Dam un-repaired could result in more damage to the wilderness than a single helicopter. That position doesn’t stand with environmentalists, who also stress that it isn’t just one helicopter. In recent years, the Forest Service has repeatedly approved helicopter access to several wilderness dams. The agency has even cut public comment short on such proposals at Tin Cup and Canyon Creek through emergency declarations. While Molloy acknowledged the access granted to other dams in the past, he found the Fred
Burr case to be “isolated, transitory, and insignificant,” and claimed it would not contribute to “a collectively adverse effect on the Wilderness as a whole.” “If they could justify a helicopter for something as simple and as easy as this little catwalk,” Macfarlane says, “then helicopters can be justified for just about anything.” Macfarlane adds that the environmental groups are “definitely looking at an appeal.” Alex Sakariassen
Growth
Planning pitch takes heat Residents of the 2,900-acre Double Arrow Ranch south of Seeley Lake are working to fend off a pending growth plan they say threatens their prized timber stands and the freedom to develop as they see fit. “We didn’t move here to be zoned,” says Double Arrow resident Joann Wallenburn. “We’re doing fine.” Many of the Double Arrow’s roughly 1,000 inhabitants moved to the area to enjoy its tall ponderosas and immaculate views. Some worry now that, if approved by the Missoula Board of County Commissioners during a July 16 public hearing, the growth
[news] plan will affect their quality of life. Among the primary sticking points is a provision to limit the steepness of slope upon which a home may be erected. Residents are also worried about a fire mitigation mandate that calls for cutting down their beloved pines. “We knew that there was a certain fire risk involved with living in the woods,” wrote Double Arrow homeowners William and Roberta Cruce in a July 7 letter to the commissioners, “and we gladly accepted that rather than being forced to live within a city and having all the zoning requirements that goes with it.” While the substance of the proposal is taking fire, the protocol used by the Double Arrow Ranch Landowners Association to initiate the plan with County Commissioners is also drawing heat. Residents claim that the association’s board of directors promised them the opportunity to vote on the plan. Instead, they were informed on May 17 that commissioners are poised to codify the proposal. “It came sort of out of the blue,” says Klaus von Stutterheim, who serves on the Seeley Lake Community Council. “Our constituents feel that they have not been adequately informed.” In response to criticisms, board member Jim Normark says the oversight body has worked publicly since 2010 to craft the document and never promised landowners a vote. It’s not the board’s fault, he says, that Double Arrow residents haven’t been paying attention. “You can take the horse to water, but you can’t make ’em drink,” he says. Now that residents are paying attention, Normark says he’s happy to work with them to find common ground. He’s also asking commissioners to delay casting their votes. “There might be a better way to do this,” Normark says. “This is not set in stone.” Jessica Mayrer
Facial hair
Beardless in De Borgia Last January John DuBois started dreaming about the biggest beard and mustache competition Montana—maybe even the Northwest—has ever seen. His vision of the Western Montana Beard and Moustache Festival, the first regional event of its kind, would turn the tiny town of De Borgia, located about 70 minutes west of Missoula, into the celebratory epicenter for pogonotrophy purveyors and admirers alike. There’d be live bands, golf, fly-fishing trips, venders and crowds. All 18 categories would be filled and carefully scrutinized by a panel of wellgroomed judges. “We thought people would jump on this thing,” says DuBois, who doesn’t happen to have any facial hair. “But
as of last week we were seriously thinking of shutting it down for lack of interest. We only had one registrant.” One would think the Rockies would be crawling with mountain men eager to flaunt their Verdis or Musketeers. DuBois marketed from Butte to Whitefish and Helena to Spokane. He advertised on various college campuses, built a website and a Facebook page, and even contacted a couple of beard clubs. No one signed up. Maybe it’s bad luck, or the time of year, considering only the most resolute keep a full beard in midJuly. DuBois has his own theories. “It could be just a male thing. It’s hard for a person that has a beard, which is a very personal thing to him, to get up on stage and have someone say, ‘Well, that’s not really a great beard, that’s more like a third place beard,’” DuBois says.
Despite the obstacles, DuBois has stuck to his plans. He approached bearded and mustachioed men at the St. Regis Fair and elsewhere, and successfully found competitors. He also still intends to hold a Whiskerinas competition for women; fake beards can be made of anything, from polyester to flowers. The full festival is scheduled to take place at the O-Aces restaurant in De Borgia, beginning July 12. The first year might not be the grand vision DuBois originally hoped, but if it can generate some momentum he plans on making it an annual event, with perhaps a few minor changes. “Maybe we’ll do it in late fall, when it’s easier to grow a beard,” he says. Dameon Pesanti
Traffic
Another road diet? Mary Laporte feels nervous when she rides her bicycle on Fifth and Sixth streets, not far from her
BY THE NUMBERS issued by the Missoula Police 20 Citations Department on the Fourth of July to
people illegally setting off fireworks within city limits. Missoula officials instituted a “zero tolerance” policy this year and dropped the maximum fine from $500 to $100 for a first offense.
Riverfront Neighborhood home. “It can be kind of hairy,” she says. Laporte’s trepidation is among the reasons she supports a tentative plan being vetted by the Missoula City Council that would eliminate one vehicle traffic lane from Fifth and Sixth streets. As it stands, both are two-lane thoroughfares that accommodate oneway traffic heading, respectively, east and west between Higgins Avenue and Russell Street. Proponents say the change would make more room for bikes and cut back on the all-too-frequent occurrence of parked vehicles being sideswiped by speeding cars. “Slowing down the traffic is a good thing,” says Laporte, who serves on the Riverfront Neighborhood Council, which has unanimously endorsed the proposal. “These are residential streets.” Not everyone, however, is sold on the pitch. Councilman Adam Hertz says that since the referral, which is being sponsored by Councilman Alex Taft, went public this past week, several locals have contacted him to voice concerns. His constituents worry, Hertz says, that if the city eliminates vehicle lanes, traffic congestion will increase and idling traffic will negatively affect air quality. “It’s like, what on Earth are we doing here?” Hertz asks. “I think it just defies common sense.” There’s a perception among some of Hertz’s constituents that alternative modes of transportation are increasingly being prioritized over automobiles—and they don’t like it. In an effort to find middle ground, Hertz suggests officials should create bike-friendly routes on calmer streets rather than slimming the two relatively high-traffic ones. “Maybe we can think outside the box a little more,” he says. Taft, for his part, says he’s open to brainstorming. He disagrees, however, with naysayers who predict calamitous results from the proposal. He points to past controversial local transportation overhauls, such as the addition of roundabouts in the University District and the “Broadway Road Diet,” which eliminated one vehicle lane, as proof that gridlock fear doesn’t always come to fruition. “When things are changed,” Taft says, “people adjust.” Jessica Mayrer
ETC. Last fall, a series of sickening photos creeped out of the world of social media. They’d been taken by Jamie Olson, a Wyoming-based federal wildlife specialist with Wildlife Services, and posted to Facebook and Twitter. They showed his dogs taunting coyotes caught in leg-hold traps that Olson himself had set. The images caused a nationwide uproar, and prompted Olson to admit to the Indy that he’d made a “big-ass mistake” in posting them. Since the revelation about Olson’s activities, more stories have come to light involving the dubious predator-control methods employed by other Wildlife Services personnel. But Olson isn’t the only fed betraying backward priorities. The Department of Homeland Security appears more concerned with the reaction from animal rights activists than with the disturbing behavior of federal employees. Not long after the stories of alleged animal abuse broke, a nonprofit called Project Coyote launched a petition on Change.org calling for Olson’s firing. WildEarth Guardians signed on, as did the Animal Welfare Institute. Signatures poured in, reaching 40,000 in a few short weeks. Four members of Congress wrote to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform demanding a “full and thorough investigation of Wildlife Services.” The response from DHS? A counter-terrorism bulletin dated shortly after Project Coyote launched its petition, warning law enforcement agencies to “be aware of the potential for increased threats and interference by animal rights activists” to Wildlife Services and other agencies dealing in wildlife issues. One of the news stories that brought much of this to light, a three-part series by the Sacramento Bee, found that Wildlife Services employees have killed nearly a million coyotes since 2000, along with millions of other animals including black bears, river otters, porcupines and even bald eagles. The same article stated that “on average, eight dogs a month have been killed by mistake by Wildlife Services since 2000,” and that more than a dozen employees and civilians have been injured by cyanide cartridges meant to kill wildlife over the past two decades. Olson’s photos were just the tip of the iceberg. With these transgressions in mind, it seems deplorable that DHS should target those seeking action on a widespread and well-documented problem. Perhaps it’s time the federal government began looking a little more in the mirror and less at those simply seeking to protect wildlife, pets and people.
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Stuck at home Why we continue to live in harm’s way by Stephen J. Lyons
In the 30 years I spent living in the West, I heard a constant refrain every spring: “Every year, there are floods in the Midwest. Why do those people continue to live there?” There was the usual outrage about the cost to taxpayers of flood recovery, without connecting the dots to the price of containing fires or mudslides in the West. Empathy for the flood victims’ emotional devastation was sadly lacking among many complainers. Yet all disaster victims, no matter whether they live along the Mississippi River or in the tinder-dry forests of Arizona, have an important thing in common: They share an emotional trauma that can last for years. The depth of that after-effect was perhaps the greatest lesson I learned while researching my book on the historic 2008 floods that devastated Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Following a natural disaster, communities heroically come together in the short term. Volunteers run on pure adrenaline. But that kind of energy is not sustainable. When the waters recede and the ashes cool and the headlines move on to a newer disaster, the residents are left to rebuild their lives, and this becomes the hardest work of all. During my interviews with flood victims in Cedar Rapid, there were always two moments when people broke down. The first was when they recalled the goodness of others, sometimes strangers they would never meet again. The second was when they recalled entering their ruined homes for the first time. They were overcome with loss when they saw the family photos soaked in sewage or their grandmother’s shattered china. All the money in our depleted federal Treasury cannot compensate for those losses.
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The mistake that communities often make is not attending to the emotional distress that comes with the loss of neighborhood ties. Iowa City psychiatrist Janeta Tansey told me that she saw emotional similarities between cancer patients and flood victims. “I certainly see it in the cancer patients, and I certainly see it in many of the folks that were victimized in a wide variety of ways by the flood. … At some point, there is a realization that you can’t go back. It doesn’t
“Grief does not make geographical distinctions. Natural disasters do not check license plates.” mean that the future can’t be good in its own way, but part of the grieving is realizing that it will never be the same,” she said. Grief does not make geographical distinctions. Natural disasters do not check license plates. The loss felt in Oklahoma following those deadly tornadoes is much like the loss experienced today in Arizona, following the deaths of 19 courageous young firefighters. How can you begin to replace those lives? Dr. Tansey said, “As is often the case with stress disorders, there is a certain segment of the population that, as you get further out from the traumatic event,
don’t seem to make a full recovery from it. Those are the ones that turn into longer chronic conditions. They need some kind of psychiatric care to get it turned around.” They will also need our help long after the cameras are gone. Their loss is our loss. From Boston to Yarnell, New Orleans to Joplin, we are all connected. All who have watched their homes be engulfed by water during a flood or burn like torches in raging wildfires share a feeling of helplessness and shock. How do you rebuild a life? Where do you begin? The disarray is beyond comprehension. This fire season in the West, some will ask, “Every year, it seems the West is on fire. Why don’t those people simply move out of these fire-prone areas?” The question overlooks the obvious. These houses are people’s homes and the places where they’re rooted. Would we want to be told where to live? I have yet to locate a region of the country that is safe from natural disasters. Back in Iowa, Cedar Rapids community activist Linda Seger and her husband Gary rebuilt their flood-damaged home 20 months later. They were glad to leave the FEMA trailer behind. Linda told me, “The joy of pulling into the driveway and being able to walk inside the house and know we once again live here is hard to put into words. We appreciate even the little things that are a part of having a home.” Stephen J. Lyons is a contributor to Writers on the Range, an op-ed syndicate of High Country News (hcn.org ). He is the author of three books, most recently, The 1,000-Year Flood: Destruction, Loss, Rescue, and Redemption Along the Mississippi River.
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CURSES, FOILED AGAIN – Robert Johnson, 69, pleaded guilty to shooting his wife in the back of the head at their home in O’Toole, W.Va. Prosecutors said Johnson then shot himself under the chin, but his dentures deflected the bullet, saving his life for the trial. (Bluefield’s WVVA-TV) Dylan Aufdengarten, 27, an inmate at Nebraska’s Lincoln County Detention Center, escaped from his work-release job and was picked up by his girlfriend, Jennifer Harmon, 29, and a getaway driver. They hadn’t gone five miles when Aufdengarten and Harmon started arguing, and she kicked him out of the car. She then told police where to find him, and they did. (Associated Press) TOUGH TO SWALLOW – Unfounded complaints about water quality could constitute an “act of terrorism,” according to Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation deputy director Sherwin Smith. “We take water quality very seriously. Very, very seriously,” Smith told Maury County residents attending a meeting organized by State Rep. Sheila Butt in response to their concerns that some children had become ill drinking the water. Smith warned that water-quality complaints need to “have a basis, because federally, if there’s no water quality issues, that can be considered under Homeland Security an act of terrorism.” When a member of the flabbergasted audience asked Smith to repeat his claim, he did so almost verbatim. (Nashville’s The Tennessean) ROBBING PETER TO PAY PAUL – Susan Dawn Seibert, 49, pleaded guilty to embezzling more than $545,000 from a California pizza chain while she was its bookkeeper. She aroused suspicion when she quit her job after learning that the Leucadia Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant planned to audit the books. San Diego County prosecutor Anna Winn said Seibert explained that she took the money to repay a previous employer who had sued her for embezzlement. (San Diego’s KSWB-TV) JOB OF A LIFETIME – An alliance of Chinese Internet companies announced it’s looking to hire someone to monitor and remove obscenity and pornography from China’s Web. The “chief porn appraiser” would be responsible for sorting through “not safe for work” websites and identifying content that should be disabled. Yang Jilong, human resources chief of the Beijing-based Safety Alliance, told the China Daily newspaper that within days of posting the job opening, it received about 300,000 requests for more information and more than 5,000 resumes. The position pays $32,400 a year. (The Washington Times) WHEN GUNS ARE OUTLAWED – Authorities charged Evelyn Mills Moore, 57, of Kings Mountain, N.C., with inflicting serious injury after beating another woman with a Bible. (Cleveland County’s The Shelby Star) Authorities in Oakland County, Mich., charged Glenn Steven Lott, 59, with assault with a deadly weapon after they said he stabbed a golfing companion with the shaft of a Callaway five-iron he had broken on the victim’s arm during an argument that reportedly began when the victim questioned Lott about how many strokes he took on the 12th hole. (The Macomb Daily) Mark Tait, 38, was found guilty of assaulting the landlord of a pub in Dundee, Scotland, with a handful of twigs. Tait had been escorted from the pub after being refused service but returned a short time later. “I thought it was a weapon coming up to my face,” victim Colin Bamburgh told the court. “I think he had around 10 or 12 twigs.” (Dundee’s The Courier) FELONIOUS APPETIZERS – Federal prosecutors accused Mai Nhu Nguyen, 47, an immigration officer in Santa Ana, Calif., of accepting 200 egg rolls as a bribe from an applicant for citizenship. (Associated Press) HECKUVA JOB, BUSHIE – After the military’s F-35 Lightning—the most expensive weapons system in history—went into production before the Pentagon had the opportunity to conduct test flights to detect and correct problems, the Pentagon’s top buyer, Undersecretary of Defense for Acquisition Frank Kendall, accused the George W. Bush administration of “acquisition malpractice” and noted necessary changes would add even more to the cost. The $397 billion joint-force stealth fighter also received criticism from test pilots, who complained of limited cockpit visibility. “Aft visibility will get the pilot gunned every time,” the test report quoted one flier as saying, noting that “enhanced cockpit visibility was not designed into the F-35.” The report added there is no quick (or cheap) fix to the aircraft’s limitations because the Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps versions required a common pilot ejection system that met the tougher requirements of the Marines’ version. Air Force pilots proposed that the Marines abandon their version’s costly helicopter-style landing feature, arguing that it’s useful only at air shows. (The Washington Times) COOKIE DOUGH – The Girl Scouts organization reminded a San Antonio troop that it owed $2,147 for cookies it ordered and warned that unless it paid, the debt would be turned over to a collection agency. Troop 1497 wanted 500 individual boxes, but the troop leader ordered 500 cases. Each case includes 12 boxes. After the troop leader resigned and two troop members dropped out of the Girl Scouts over the incident, an anonymous donor bought the remaining 49 cases and donated them to a local food bank. (San Antonio’s KENS-TV) LIGHTER THAN AIR – India’s GoAir airline said it would begin hiring mostly female flight attendants because they weigh 30 to 40 pounds less on average than men, thereby saving up to $500,000 a year in fuel costs. The airline currently has four male flight attendants for every six female ones. (CNN) RETORT FOLLIES – After Jonathan Scull, 26, reportedly stole two cans of beer from a liquor store in Somerville, Mass., he stuffed the cans down his pants and told a store clerk who asked what the bulge around his ankles was, “It’s my genitals.” The clerk disputed his claim, and the man fled. When police caught up with him in neighboring Medford, Scull told the three officers that his actions at the liquor store were none of their business, and they should “fuck off.” Instead, they arrested him and charged him with multiple crimes. (Wicked Local Somerville) After police in Ferndale, Mich., received reports of a man leaving a restaurant without paying for his order, officers stopped Marlon Cortez Stanfield, 35, who fit the check evader’s description. They discussed the incident with Stanfield and gave him the chance to return and pay the bill. Instead, he yelled obscenities and sped away. Officers gave chase but called it off because they already knew his identity. They drove to his home address and arrested him when he showed up. (The Detroit News)
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ummertime in Missoula means hot weather, floating the river, backyard barbecues, hoping for no wildfires and, of course, the Indy’s annual Best of Missoula. This year’s edition—our 19th, if you’re keeping count—marks another recordbreaker, as it’s our biggest yet at more than 100 pages.
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But while we’re pretty proud of how it turned out, the real credit goes to you. Yes, you. After all, each of these winners was voted on by our readers. All we did was tally the votes and write quippy summaries about why each honoree is so outstanding. So, before you flip directly to see if your buddy took Best Bartender or your favorite guitarist was named Best Musician,
take a moment to celebrate your hard work. Even better—you can celebrate with us. Consider this your formal invitation to join us Thursday, July 11, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at Caras Park for our Best of Missoula Party. Admission is free, and there’ll be food and drinks and live music from the Lil’ Smokies (this year’s Best Band) and the BoxCutters. We look forward to seeing you there.
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ARTS ARTS && ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT Best Art Gallery Dana Gallery Every First Friday gallery night, downtown is milling with people in search of what’s hot. The Dana Gallery is always on that list, without exception, and the mob of people bottlenecking the doorway proves it. Here’s why: Gallery owner Dudley Dana puts together well-groomed exhibits from his Young Guns show, featuring emerging artists, to his Icons of the West show, which last year offered a grand prize of $5,000. The exciting Collectors Resale Show unearths pieces from coveted artists such as Rudy Autio, Walter Hook, Ansel Adams and Jay Rummel. And the gallery taps into the excitement of “Antiques Roadshow” by offering its own art and antique event during which locals bring their household objects to be appraised. And doesn’t everyone love to know just what their old stuff is worth? Dana Gallery: 246 N. Higgins Ave., 721-3154, danagallery.com Finalists, Best Art Gallery 2. Monte Dolack Gallery: 139 W Front St., 549-3248, dolack.com 3. Missoula Art Museum: 335 N. Pattee St., 728-0447, missoulaartmuseum.org
Best Band Lil’ Smokies Lil’ Smokies plays parking lots and parks, dives and concert halls—they don’t care! The laidback bluegrass band knows its stuff, though, which is why it has shared the stage with Canyon Rangers, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Keller Williams and Greensky Bluegrass. Last July, the band won a contest to open up for Steve Martin and his band at the Osprey ballpark. But one of its oddest gigs was being the backing band one night for the Cigarette Girls burlesque troupe. Sexy bluegrass? That’s what the Lil’ Smokies do. The group is known for its expert fingerpickin’, its bold energy and a deft fusion of newgrass and traditional. When the beloved band gets rollin’ there’s always a mad dash for the dance floor. Lil’ Smokies: facebook.com/thelilsmokies Finalists, Best Band 2. Tom Catmull & the Clerics: tomcatmull.com 3. Reverend Slanky: facebook.com/reverendslanky
Best Local Musician Tom Catmull In a track off the 2009 album Glamour Puss, Tom Catmull croons one line in particular that we’ve never been able to shake from our heads: “Are we in love and is it over yet?” The question is posed to some mysterious musical inspiration of the female variety, but were Catmull to ask
Missoula, the answer would come from a sea of swing dancing and beer-fueled cheers. From private weddings to the packed confines of the Union Club, this town has once again given this perennial star of “unpopular country” one of its highest honor. No, Tom. It ain’t over yet. Tom Catmull:tomcatmull.com Finalists, Best Local Musician 2. John Floridis: johnfloridis.com 3. David Boone: facebook.com/davidboonemusic
Best Photographer Chad Harder The Indy and its readers have long cherished the winner in this category, but a recent story
really put Chad Harder’s grace, perseverance and talent into perspective. The former Indy and Montana Headwall photo editor, who moved to Alaska in March, wrote a Headwall feature article that chronicled in grisly detail how he almost lost his hand during a freakish rock climbing accident while on assignment. Luckily, Harder came out of that harrowing experience in one piece, and with his humor and drive intact, but it wasn’t easy. He went through numerous surgeries and months of grueling rehab. In a way, that ordeal serves as a reminder of how a lot of Harder’s stunning photography is a product of his dogged determination no matter how effortless he always makes it look. Finalists, Best Photographer 2. Dax Photography: daxphotography.com 3. Mike Williams Photography: mikewilliamsphotography.com
STAFF PICK BEST BANDS YOU’LL NEVER HEAR AGAIN The arguing was good-natured but earnest: Is “Vomit Cop” or “Traumaboner” a better band name? We may never know, but what’s for sure is that we’ll never see the likes of them again. At Rock ’n’ Roll Lotto, musicians threw their names into a drawing, and an esteemed local music authority randomly assigned them into bands. Everyone from Argentinean flute players to punk rock bassists were forced to play together. After a few weeks of practice, the show, featuring the eight bands that managed to stay together, was held at the VFW on Feb. 23. It could have been awful. But freed from the bonds of being serious or permanent, the bands cut loose, cliques were smashed and an excellent time was had. The show brought together people of nearly every stripe of local music, and injected life into the late-winter doldrums. The best band name was never decided. What was unanimous was that Rock Lotto must happen again.
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Best Writer James Lee Burke
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James Lee Burke has long been considered among the best crime fiction writers of his generation. It just so happens that the tireless author lives part of the year in a modest home outside of Lolo. His Montana surroundings play a prominent part in the esteemed author’s latest novel, Light of the World, in which his longtime Louisiana-based protagonists Dave Robicheaux and Clete Purcel pick up a case in Big Sky Country. The book is already receiving rave reviews—something about as surprising as Burke’s steady place atop this category. James Lee Burke: jamesleeburke.com Finalists, Best Writer 2. Mark Gibbons: gibbonspoetry.com 3. Jamie Rogers
Best Movie Theater Wilma Theatre Going to the movies was once a glamorous experience in and of itself. Mid-century theaters were lavishly decorated and included balconies and comfy seats. Watching a film at the Wilma is like stepping back into those days, with the added benefit of beer, wine and specials on popcorn, plus the option to see indie flicks we aren’t likely to catch anywhere else in town. Wilma Theatre: 131 S. Higgins, 728-2521, thewilma.com Finalists, Best Movie Theater 2. Carmike Cinemas: 3640 Mullan Rd., 541-7467, carmike.com 3. The Roxy: 718 S. Higgins Ave., 728-9380
Best New Band Shakewell Shakewell understands two things: “If there’s no tambourine, your band’s too green.” Also, “If there ain’t no conga, your funk’s all wronga!” This skin-tight, sixpiece dance/funk outfit started lighting up stages from Missoula to Hamilton (if the sticker above the urinal in
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the Bitter Root Brewery men’s room is to be believed) in 2012, and came out of nowhere to take third place in Sean Kelly’s Top of the Mic competition this spring. Their juggernaut toward world domination continues unabated as they cause rumps to shake and backbones to slide at every sweaty show. Interesting factoid: In the hallowed history of the Indy’s Best of Missoula poll, no band has ever repeated in this category. Shakewell: facebook.com/shakewellmusic Finalists, Best New Band 2. TIE: The BoxCutters: reverbnation.com/theboxcutters The Hasslers: facebook.com/thehasslers 3. The Codependents: reverbnation.com/codependents
Best Actor/Actress Jeff Medley Jeff Medley has been acting for a few years in Missoula, but recently he got some attention for being an impersonator. In his original production, Won’t You Be My Neighbor, he reenacted an entire Mister Rogers album with great humor and respect. He also, in an avant-garde twist, impersonated local artist Jack Metcalf at Metcalf ’s own exhibit. Medley’s done everything from Shakespeare to Rocky Horror to the dark Crime in A Madhouse, where he played a creepy doctor. His lanky presence and his precise and often humorous possession of his characters makes him one of the most fun-to-watch actors around. Finalists, Best Actor/Actress 2. Rosie Ayers 3. Robin Rose Rice
Best Artist Monte Dolack Monte Dolack’s colorful, nearly dreamlike natural landscapes have made him a favorite in the West. His comedic paintings of wildlife—for instance, fish lounging on couches—have induced chuckles for decades. His work appears on beer bottles and license plates. And it’s not unusual for real people to see themselves in his art. The most recent license plate from the painting “Placid Lake Sunset,” shows
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[best of missoula] a woman and her dog in a canoe paddling on the peaceful waters, which a local woman recognized as being an image of herself. If there were a visual soundtrack to Missoula—a, um, “paint-track”—it might be Dolack’s landscapes. Monte Dolack, Monte Dolack Gallery: 139 W. Front St, 549-3248, dolack.com Finalists, Best Artist 2. Courtney Blazon: courtneyblazon.blogspot.com 3. Kendahl Jann Jubb: kendahljanjubb.com
Best Dancer Heather Adams Downtown Dance Collective founder Heather Adams helped teach Missoula a valuable lesson this spring: A ban on dancing is nothing but a recipe for revolt. Somewhere between the ballet lessons and Tango Night, she managed to squeeze in a stint as choreographer for Missoula Community Theatre’s production of Footloose. Given Adams’ tireless efforts to keep Missoula moving, we’d bet our other left foot she’s the type no dance-hating tiny town reverend would want to cross. Heather Adams: ddcmontana.com Finalists, Best Dancer 2. Kali Linder 3. Joy French
Best Filmmaker Andy Smetanka Last year Andy Smetanka raised over $32,000 on Kickstarter to make an animated film about World War II called And We Were Young. Smetanka is known for a lot of things—writing, teaching, delicious coffee-making—but his distinctive silhouette films, in all their blazing colors and fairytale charm, are something to behold. Smetanka has been on a roll in recent years, showing up with a short film at the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival and as an artist-inresidence for a time at Missoula Art Museum. He even made a titillating animated pornographic short that screened at Seattle’s Hump! Festival. (Genitals aside, it was the Dutch clogs that really made it great.) His carefully cut silhouettes—complicated planes, trees, soldiers, weapons, etc.—and his frameby-frame work with a Super8 camera make him one of the hardest-working filmmakers around. Andy Smetanka: vimeo.com/andysmetanka Finalists, Best Filmmaker 2. Doug Hawes-Davis: highplainsfilms.org 3. TIE: Gita Saedi Kiely: vimeo.com/westofkin Paige Williams: porchproductions.net
FASHION FASHION&&BEAUTY BEAUTY Best Cosmetics Skin Chic By some estimates, a woman who regularly uses lipstick will consume about 4 pounds of it in her lifetime. Want another stat? Your skin absorbs about 6080 percent of what you put on it. Plus, tests show
that cheap drugstore brands of make-up contain lead. So if your routine involves regularly “putting your face on,” it seems like a good idea to use the quality stuff. Skin Chic stocks high-quality mineral make-up, which lets us get dolled up worry-free. And when it comes to special occasions, we prefer to trust our faces to steadier hands than ours. Skin Chic also offers professional application for special events like weddings and prom. Skin Chic: Southgate Mall, 541-8464, skinchic.com Finalists, Best Cosmetics 2. Smooch Cosmetic Boutique: 125 E. Main St., 541-1600, smoochcosmeticsboutique.com 3. Dillard’s: Southgate Mall, 721-3100, dillards.com
Best Day Spa Sorella’s Day Spa There’s no better place to get gussied up than Sorella’s. If you need to cover up those jagged nubs that you call fingernails, Sorella’s nail technicians will leave you with a manicure that would do even J. Lo proud. Or if it’s stress that’s sapping your mojo, get a deep-tissue massage from one of Sorella’s seasoned therapists. Wrap the day up with a facial and it’s easy to see why locals consistently select Sorella’s as their favorite place to chill out and get beautified. Sorella’s Day Spa: 207 East Main St., 721-3639, sorellasdayspa.com Finalists, Best Day Spa 2. Cedar Creek: 216 W. Main St., 543-0200, cedarcreekspa.com 3. Bella Sauvage: 629 Woody St., 541-9032, bellasauvage.com
Best Jewelry Rockin Rudy’s They say that heart jewelry is only purchased by men, for women, and usually on Valentine’s Day. Break the trend and get something a little different, or blow him/her out of the water and get something really different. Rockin Rudy’s has the essential eclectic array of accessories for every eccentric in your life. But don’t let fancy words scare you away; a simple necklace, made by a friend of a friend of a friend, can also be found among the diversity of rings, neckwear, bracelets and earrings. With prices hard to beat, it’s time to start taking stock for the next birthday/anniversary/random gift. Rockin Rudy’s: 237 Blaine, 5420077, rockinrudys.com Finalists, Best Jewelry 2. Barney Jette: 228 N. Higgins, 721-1575, barneyjettejewelry.com 3. One Eleven: 111 N. Higgins, 541-7376, facebook.com/oneelevenboutiquemissoula
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[best of missoula] Best Kids’ Clothing Whippersnappers If you have a child, it’s a dangerous thing to enter Whippersnappers. The clothing store, which recently joined with the funky toy and candy store, Twist (now called Whippersnappers with a Twist) is a hotbed of cuteness. Not just cuteness, but stylish cuteness in a way that large brands just can’t pull off. According to one of the employees, owner Peggy Roark has really high standards for what goes in the shop. She has a selection of Montana-made clothes from designers like Mouse & Pea and Simone. She prefers organic material. Some shoes squeak so you can tell where your child is (a mechanism that can also be easily removed, thank goodness) and, for those of us who think girls’ clothing generally looks like Pepto Bismol throw-up, she offers plenty of non-traditional colors for both genders. The shop has also added a consignment section, which showcases some pretty sweet outfits that often go for $5 or less. Whippersnappers: 127 N. Higgins, #B, 728-7400, facebook.com/whippersnappers Finalists, Best Kids’ Clothing 2. Kid Crossing: 1940 Harve Ave., 829-8808, kidcrossingstores.com 3. Children’s Place: 2901 Brooks St., 728-2152, childrensplace.com
Best Women’s Clothing Betty’s Divine Being stylish in Missoula’s four seasons requires a certain amount of creativity. Luckily, the ladies and gents of Betty’s Divine venture out in this weather, too. We love Betty’s for its stock of avant-garde, ofthe-moment tops and dresses by boutique designers, but we also appreciate the well-made, highly practical stuff we’ll wear again and again, like a locally screenprinted Hide and Seek hoodie or stretchy Texture brand pencil skirt with zippered pocket in the front. Betty’s Divine: 521 S. Higgins, 721-4777, bettysdivine.com Finalists, Best Women’s Clothing 2. Dillard’s: Southgate Mall, 721-3100, dillards.com
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Best Men’s Clothing Dillard’s Missoula fashion is an ever-shifting tableau of sportcoats, flannels, running shorts and shortsleeved v-necks. Style changes with every unpredictable turn in Rocky Mountain weather, and Dillard’s is there to make sure sporting slick threads is not only affordable but comfortable too. Dillard’s: Southgate Mall, 721-3100, dillards.com
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Finalists, Best Men’s Clothing 2. Betty’s Divine: 521 S. Higgins, 721-4777, bettysdivine.com 3. Desmonds: 129 N. Higgins, 728-8233, facebook.com/pages/desmonds
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Best Lingerie Victoria’s Secret They say it’s what’s on the inside that counts, and Victoria’s Secret knows that quite well. Vicky’s Secret’s friendly staff don’t mind that sometimes it takes a while to find just the right fitting bra and comfortable yet cute pair of underwear. You might be dressed professionally on the outside, but if you have, say, some leopard print and lace going on underneath your blouse, well, that’s your secret. Victoria’s Secret: Southgate Mall, 721-1811, victoriassecret.com
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Finalists, Best Lingerie 2. Bella Donna: 208 N. Higgins, 549-4000, facebook.com/belladonnainc 3. Adam & Eve: 1401 W. Broadway, 549-4688, adamandevemontana.com
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[best of missoula] Best Men’s Haircut, Best Women’s Haircut Boom Swagger Salon There’s a reason that Boom Swagger has earned a fiercely loyal clientele and the top slot in our Best of Missoula haircut categories for three consecutive years. Among the salon’s many highlights is its cadre of creative and personable stylists. They are experts on fashionable trends, yet respect client idiosyncrasies—such as your refusal to chop off that rattail that you’ve cultivated for way too long. Boom Swagger offers hair artistry at its best, designed to suit the Garden City’s quirks. Boom Swagger Salon: 204 S. 3rd St. W., 830-3192, boomswaggersalon.com Finalists, Best Men’s Haircut 2. Hair Headquarters for Men: 216 E. Main St., 728-4247, thehairheadquarters.com 3. Shear Art Salon 2412 River Rd., 214-3112, shearartsalon.com Finalists, Best Women’s Haircut 2. Canvas Studios: 429 Madison St., 926-1440, canvasmissoula.com 3. Tangles: 275 W. Main St., 728-0343, tanglesmt.com
Best Shoe Store Hide & Sole Dansko? Check. Birkenstock? You betcha. Red Wing? Uh huh. Hide & Sole is another perennial favorite among our readers. That’s because the downtown shoe store is locally owned and stocked with a
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screaming selection of quality footwear selected to suit the needs of those of us who live and play in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains. From footwear to protect your toes while traversing the most extreme conditions to slippers designed for fireside lounging, Hide & Sole has you covered. We especially like that the store returns the love it receives by holding weekly drawings in which customers can earn as much as $75 off of a pair of sturdy new shoes. Hide & Sole: 236 N. Higgins, 549-0666, hideandsole.com Finalists, Best Shoe Store 2. Dillard’s: Southgate Mall, 721-3100, dillards.com 3. Montana Bootlegger Southgate Mall, 721-3451, facebook.com/montana-bootlegger
Best Tattoo Parlor Blaque Owl Getting inked is one of the more intense exercises in trust. But clearly Missoulians feel comfortable and confident in the hands of the artists at Blaque Owl. That’s not surprising, given the passion the 2year-old downtown parlor puts into each piece of original artwork. Our bodies are their tapestry, our desires their inspiration. Blaque Owl: 307 N. Higgins, 543-0688, blaqueowltattoo.com Finalists, Best Tattoo Parlor 2. American Made: 234 W. Front St., 721-3830, missoulatattoos.com 3. Painless Steel: 1701 S. 5th St. W., 728-1191, painlesssteeltattoo.com
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[best of missoula] Best Thrift Store Goodwill Walking through Goodwill’s overstocked aisles it feels as if the sprawling store has everything one could ever need to build a cozy nest. It’s got clothes, of course, but it also sells things like blenders, bookshelves and CDs, blankets, beach towels and stuffed animals. Missoula already loved Goodwill for its eclectic selection at affordable prices. Now that the thrift store is moving to a larger space on Reserve Street this summer, that love for the nonprofit will surely grow. Goodwill: 2300 Brooks St., 549-6969, goodwill.org Finalists, Best Thrift Store 2. Secret Seconds: Multiple Locations, 549-1610, ywcaofmissoula.org 3. Bargain Corner: 200 S. California St., 543-4926
Best Eyewear Uptown Optical An Indy staffer who shall remain nameless once snapped the bridge of her glasses in half during a college incident involving beer and a cement floor. She taped her glasses together and rode her bike posthaste to the nearest eyeglass shop, which happened to be Uptown Optical. There, a friendly technician refitted our staffer’s lenses into a stylish pair of Armani frames and charged an astonishingly affordable clearance price. It was a few years ago,
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[best of missoula] but we still remember how much Uptown Optical saved the day. Uptown Optical: 111 N. Higgins, #107, 327-9988, uptownoptical.com Finalists, Best Eyewear 2. Specticca: 319 N. Higgins, 549-5700, specticca.com 3. Rocky Mountain Eye Center: 700 W. Kent St., 541-3937, rockymountaineye.com
Best Hairstylist Anna Wong, Shear Art Salon Anna Wong from Shear Art Salon showed up on the poster of last February’s Off the Rack fashion show with peacock wings and, as you would expect, really nice hair. Her personal bold style helps locals feel like they’re celebrities at a high-end New York hair studio. Wong’s YouTube videos show a cross-section of clients who sport everything from popprincess hairdos à la Taylor Swift to edgy faux-hawks with a heart shaved into the side of the head. There’s an air of MTV coolness—okay, the old MTV—to everything she touches. Anna Wong, Shear Art Salon: 2412 River Rd., 214-3112, shearartsalon.com Finalists, Best Hairstylist 2. Katt Ahlstrom, Canvas Studios: 429 Madison St., 926-1440, canvasmissoula.com 3. Anna Henry, Canvas Studios 429 Madison St., 926-1440, canvasmissoula.com
STAFF PICK BEST FAKE TWITTER ACCOUNT This past year, a spate of faux Twitter handles popped up to parody a handful of prominent state figures. Among our favorite fugazis was one billing himself as KimJongEssman. The trickster took aim at Senate Majority Leader Jeff Essman by linking the Republican’s allegedly tyrannical ways with North Korean dictator Kim Jongun. One tweet from KimJongEssman accompanied an “I am sinistar” YouTube video featuring an animated demon saying, “Run, run, run coward,” and growling. KimJongEssman would have won this category, but the account has been removed, leaving us only with cached pages and our second favorite faux handle, PrezEngstrmsBrd. The photo accompanying that account certainly looks like University of Montana President Royce Engtrom’s well-groomed chin, but the account surely isn’t linked to the man himself. One tweet: “Anyone ever tried dollarshaveclub.com? Neither has R...#professionallookinprez.” Despite the fact that PrezEngstrmsBrd and other faux handles use (or used) what would generously be called questionable humor, we see them as mostly an entertaining reprieve from the seriousness of public business, and look forward to what will likely be a slew of faux accounts to come.
Best Tanning Salon Misty’s Tanning & Ultimate Salon Maintaining a killer tan year-round can be tough in Missoula, where the sun remains elusive for a good six months out of the year. That’s where Misty’s comes in. It has seven tanning beds and a stand-up tanning booth, each of which allows clients to bask in sunshiny warmth for varied time intervals. Misty’s sells unlimited tanning packages, and offers price discounts to University of Montana students and faculty, meaning that nurturing the bronzed god inside and out, even in February, has never been easier or more affordable. Misty’s: 3101 S. Russell St., 543-0717, mistystanning.com Finalists, Best Tanning Salon 2. Brown Sugar: 1220 SW. Higgins, #3, 541-4441, 3275 N. Reserve St., #B, 830-3013, facebook.com/missoulabrownsugar 3. Rayz of Light: 1575 Benton Ave., 543-0205, missoulatanning.com
FOOD FOOD && DRINK DRINK Best Appetizers The Silk Road The appetizers at The Silk Road are like valedictorians—high achievers. You want pork Schnitzel? You get pork schnitzel with lemon and cognac cream sauce. Craving fries? Well, here’s some house-cut potatoes tossed in Berberé salt and Creole remoulade. The revolving menu of rich and creamy, spicy, sweet, salty, fried, nutty or pickled foods makes eating feel like an art. Those who shy away from pretentious eateries soon learn that for all the artistry put into these appetizers, the cleverness never outweighs the scrumptiousness. Ivy League? Yes. But as indulgent as dropping out of school for a trip around the world. The Silk Road: 515 S Higgins, 541-0752, silkroadcatering.com Finalists, Best Appetizers 2. The Red Bird: 111 N. Higgins, 549-2906, redbirdrestaurant.com 3. TIE: Jakers Bar and Grill: 3515 Brooks St., 721-1312, jakers.com/missoula Tamarack Brewing Company: 231 W Front St., 830-3113, tamarackbrewing.com
Best Asian Food, Best Desserts Mustard Seed The Mustard Seed’s double-whammy of a win here should serve as a warning for future customers: As difficult as this may be to achieve, make sure to leave some room after dinner so you can eat dessert. That means not stuffing yourself silly on the ginger halibut, shrimp Osaka and bong bong chicken. That means maybe not eating the Asian-glazed pork ribs and General Mustard’s chicken. After all, once your server brings by the dessert tray and temps you with any number of housemade treats, including the famous Chocolate in Three Acts, you’re going to want to make an order. Granted,
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Best Bakery Bernice’s Bakery Few things in Missoula turn oversleeping into regret faster than the sight of a picked-over pastry case, particularly when that pastry case belongs to Bernice’s. Show up late and you risk missing out on a cinnamon twist, a blueberry cream cheese croissant or that delicious buttermilk muffin. Sure you’ll still have options, because let’s face it: There’s always something yummy to munch on here. But Bernice’s is the bakery that never sleeps. Shouldn’t that make you, by extension, the customer that never sleeps in? Bernice’s Bakery: 190 South 3rd St. W., 728-1358, bernicesbakerymt.com Finalists, Best Bakery 2. Black Cat Bake Shop: 2000 W. Broadway, 542-9043, blackcatbakeshop.com 3. Le Petit Outre: 129 S. 4th St. W., 543-3311, lepetitoutre.com
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[best of missoula] Best Breakfast The Shack There are few places we’d rather be on a Sunday morning than The Shack. Its menu has a sweet side that features banana bread French toast, cinnamon rolls and huckleberry pancakes. The savory side, meanwhile, includes signature dishes such as the chorizo and egg burrito, a plate of Angus steak and eggs, and the always-yummy farmer’s omelet. Because we have a tough time selecting from one side of the menu or the other, we usually order one savory and one sweet, making for an immensely filling and also greatly pleasing experience. The Shack: 222 W. Main St., 549-9903, theshackcafe.com Finalists, Best Breakfast 2. Paul’s Pancake Parlor: 2305 Brooks St., 728-9071, paulspancake.com 3. Hob Nob: 531 S. Higgins, 541-4622, hobnobonhiggins.com
Best Budget Lunch, Best Place to Eat Alone Taco del Sol After a long night hopping around the fine drinking establishments in Missoula, it’s necessary to replenish vital nutrients. Refried beans are a nutrient, right? Anyway, on those kinds of mornings that turn into early afternoons, you might also be short on cash and feeling a little surly. Thank goodness Taco del Sol is a great place to eat alone and on the cheap. Their spicy Mission burrito will have you feeling better in no time. Taco del Sol: Multiple locations, 327-8929, tacodelsol.com Finalists, Best Budget Lunch 2. Five on Black: 325 N. Higgins, 926-1860, fiveonblack.com 3. The Bridge Pizza: 600 S. Higgins Ave., 542-0002, bridgepizza.com Finalists, Best Place to Eat Alone 2. The Bridge Pizza: 600 S. Higgins, 542-0002, bridgepizza.com 3. Caffe Dolce: 2901 Brooks St., 830-3055, caffedolcemissoula.com
Best Coffee Florence Coffee Company Whether it’s shaking off a hangover on the drive down to Lost Trail or just snagging a noon-hour caffeine kick, we appreciate that blast of fresh-ground coffee fragrance from Florence’s window. The family-owned coffee company started up back in 2003, and has since built up its Montana empire to nine locations statewide. Don’t let the lines fool you. The service at Florence is as prompt as the coffee is piping hot. Plus, there’s nothing like a muffin top (they bake ’em sans stump) to brighten the day. Florence Coffee Company: Multiple locations, 546-3538, florencecoffeeco.com
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Finalists, Best Coffee 2. Break Espresso: N. Higgins Ave., 728-6666, facebook.com/thebreakespresso 3. Black Coffee Roasting 1515 Wyoming St. #200, 541-3700, blackcoffeeroastingco.com
STAFF PICK BEST SWEET TASTE OF THE BIG EASY It’s no secret we love doughnuts in all their forms. But only one particular kind of doughnut can transport our imagination to a seat at the Cafe du Monde in New Orleans’ French Quarter: beignets. These puffy fritters, made out of a fried choux paste, originated with French cooks in southern Louisiana. Beignets are so beloved that Louisiana designated them the official state doughnut in 1986. Fortunately, we don’t have to hop on a plane to get our fix. Cafe Zydeco on Brooks Street offers a full menu of Cajun-style cuisine, from crawfish omelets to shrimp étouffée. On weekend mornings, though, it serves up freshly fried, powdered-sugar-dusted beignets that are the real deal. And of course, beignets just wouldn’t be right without cafe au lait, so make sure to get a cup of Cafe Zydeco’s house-blended chicory coffee.
Best Delicatessen Tagliare On a recent Wednesday morning just before lunchtime, the smell inside Tagliare would make our Italian grandmother blush with pleasure. Tagliare owner Cheryl Bregen is from New Jersey and, as such, has her finger on the pulse of how to make old-world favorites, including pastas from scratch, which Tagliare sells retail to customers who cook it up at home. Tagliare isn’t stuck in the past, however. Bregan sells a host of innovative sandwiches, including the “Megadeath” loaded up with hams, mozzarella and pepperoncini, and topped off with Tagliare’s signature spicy vinaigrette. Tack on dessert offerings, such as the Italian sponge cakes with hazelnut filling, and it’s easy to see why the deli has earned its place as hands-down the best in town. Tagliare: 1433 S. Higgins, 830-3049, facebook.com/tagliaredelicatessen Finalists, Best Delicatessen 2. Worden’s Market & Deli: 451 N. Higgins, 549-1293, wordens.com 3. Good Food Store: 1600 S. 3rd St. W., 541-3663, goodfoodstore.com
Best Burger, Best Fries Five Guys Burgers & Fries In 2010, Five Guys staged an upset in the Best Burger category when it tied for first place with the long-entrenched and much-loved Missoula Club. In 2011 and 2012, the Mo Club regained its meaty
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crown. This year, however, Five Guys clawed its way back to the top to take the win outright, an accomplishment that comes with significant bragging rights. Five Guys’ bravado will no doubt be bolstered by the fact that Indy readers this year also voted it their favorite place to get fries. The double win marks an ascent that proves Five Guys is no one-shot wonder. It’s got the wherewithal—and the flavor—to reign as the Best of Missoula. Five Guys Burgers & Fries: 820 E. Broadway, 830-3262, fiveguys.com Finalists, Best Burger 2. The Missoula Club: 139 W. Main St., 728-3740 3. Red Robin: Southgate Mall, 830-3170, redrobin.com Finalists, Best Fries 2. Iron Horse Brew Pub: 501 N. Higgins, 728-8866, ironhorsebrewpub.com 3. James Bar: 127 W. Alder St., 721-8158, www.facebook.com/james.bar
Best Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt Big Dipper The Big Dipper’s myriad explorations in sweetness keep us coming back. One recent discovery blew our minds: “super deluxe” Elvis Ice Cream. It’s composed of peanut butter, banana, chocolate chips and chocolate-covered bacon. Are you kidding? We thought they couldn’t get any better than the refreshing mango habanero sorbet. But the Dipper constantly leaves those of us with adventurous palates daydreaming about what it will come up with next. Big Dipper: 631 S. Higgins, 543-5722, bigdippericecream.com Finalists, Best Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt 2. U-Swirl: 1220 SW Higgins Ave., 926-1967, u-swirl.com
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3. Cold Stone Creamery: 3275 N. Reserve, 549-5595, coldstonecreamery.com
Best Milkshake Uptown Diner Who knew time travel was possible without a flux capacitor? Anyone who’s braved a bit of brain freeze at the Uptown Diner will confirm nothing shakes off the years faster than a milkshake. A few sips on a straw, a chunk of Oreo on the spoon and you’re suddenly back in grade school, when summers meant freedom and household chores paid off in enough allowance to ride a cool wave of milk and ice cream to childhood bliss. You won’t wind up riding a hoverboard, but Uptown’s shakes at least prove that time is far from linear. Uptown Diner: 120 N. Higgins, 542-2449, facebook.com/uptowndiner Finalists, Best Milkshake 2. Big Dipper: 631 S. Higgins, 543-5722, bigdippericecream.com 3. Butterfly Herbs: 232 N. Higgins Ave., 728-8780, butterflyherbs.com
Best Mexican Food El Cazador Since Alfredo Hernandez opened El Caz in 1995, the Mexican restaurant has built a reputation as the place to go in Missoula for authentic Mexican cuisine. That word-of-mouth buzz is built atop heaping portions and savory meals, such as the burrito cazador, filled with top sirloin strips and topped with tomato, green onions, guacamole and sour cream. We especially appreciate that El Caz serves a basket of warm tortilla chips with each meal, equipping patrons with the tools necessary to fulfill the inevitable urge to clean one’s plate. El Cazador: 101 S. Higgins, 728-3657, elcazadormissoula.com
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[best of missoula] Finalists, Best Mexican Food 2. Fiesta en Jalisco: Multiple Locations, 728-1323, fiestaenjalisco.net 3. El Diablo 1429 S. Higgins Ave., 728-9529, eldiablomissoula.com
Best Pizza, Best Chef Biga Pizza, Bob Marshall The recent special at Biga Pizza featured local Diamond Bar brats boiled in PBR, shaved red and green cabbage, and barbecue sauce. A few weeks back, chef and owner Bob Marshall offered a pizza with oven-roasted, locally foraged morel mushrooms, goat cheese, fresh herbs, mozzarella, garlic and olive oil. We could go on, but you get the idea (and, if you’re like us, are already getting hungry). Marshall and Biga own these categories year after year because of the day-in, day-out servings of such creative, delicious and Missoula-centric food. Biga Pizza: 241 W. Main St., 728-2579, bigapizza.com Finalists, Best Pizza 2. The Bridge Pizza: 600 S. Higgins, 542-0002, bridgepizza.com 3. MacKenzie River Pizza Co: Multiple Locations, 721-0077, mackenzieriverpizza.com Finalists, Best Chef 2. Abe Risho, Silk Road 3. Pearl Cash, The Pearl
Best Restaurant, Best Restaurant Service The Pearl Classic French cuisine elevates simple, rustic ingredients like potatoes and game into something sublime. The French-inspired Pearl excels in this, with a menu that reads like Anthony Bourdain’s wet dreams, from “tender herbed rabbit, baked with mustard and bread crumbs, served with crispy parmesan polenta” to “fresh salmon grilled to perfection and glazed with mustard, tarragon and caper butter.” With the curated wine list and impeccable service to back it up, it’s no wonder The Pearl is a mainstay among fine dining in Missoula. The Pearl: 231 E. Front St., 541-0231, pearlcafe.us Finalists, Best Restaurant 2. The Red Bird: 111 N. Higgins, 549-2906, redbirdrestaurant.com 3. The Silk Road: 515 S. Higgins, 541-0752, silkroadcatering.com Finalists, Best Restaurant Service 2. The Red Bird: 111 N. Higgins, 549-2906, redbirdrestaurant.com 3. Jakers Bar and Grill: 3515 Brooks St., 721-1312, jakers.com/missoula
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Best New Restaurant Five on Black This Brazilian-inspired restaurant opened a few months ago and continues to see lunchtime customers line up from the sidewalk to get a taste. Once inside, the staff guides you through a simple five-step process that includes picking a meat or protein, type of rice, side item, sauce and other toppings, all of which go into one big bowl. It’s quick and easy, and once you find a table you get to dive in for a mix of tangy and savory tastes. It feels experimental, like when you put all the random stuff in your refrigerator together, but without the risk of a flavor clash. Five on Black: 325 N. Higgins Ave., 926-1860, fiveonblack.com Finalists, Best New Restaurant 2. Plonk: 322 N. Higgins, 926-1791, plonkwine.com 3. Riverside Café: 247 W. Front St., 728-6655, riversidecafemt.com
Best Family-Friendly Restaurant Montana Club A few special occasions each year call for taking your unruly gaggle of munchkins into public, cramming them into the plush booth of some fine dining establishment and praying to the heavens that you can make it through supper without someone tossing an epic fit. For these special occasions—last day of school, ballet recital, Tuesday—head to the Montana Club. You’ll find a robust kids-menu, fair prices, courteous staff and, if that epic fit erupts, a well-stocked bar. Montana Club: Multiple locations, 543-3200, montanaclub.com Finalists, Best Family-Friendly Restaurant 2. Red Robin: Southgate Mall, 830-3170, redrobin.com 3. Burns St. Bistro: 1500 Burns St., 543-0179, burnsstbistro.com
Best Restaurant Wine List, Best Romantic Dining Red Bird Whether you’re looking for Montana formal—jeans and a “nice” shirt—or a straight-up black tie affair, the Red Bird can’t be beat. With bottles and glasses of wines Old World and New in their casual wine bar, and the private candlelit tables in the restaurant proper, you’ve been a good significant other for suggesting a night in the old Florence building. If you’re staying casual, take your glass out by the fireplace. For the fancy, don’t skip dessert as your hearts race and you become intimate… with the delicious, ever-changing fare. The duck paté is enough to share for two, and some of the wines from unexpected places are expectedly delicious. The Red Bird: 111 N. Higgins, 549-2906, redbirdrestaurant.com Finalists, Best Restaurant Wine List 2. Plonk: 322 N. Higgins, 926-1791, plonkwine.com
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Best Outdoor Dining, Best Seafood Finn & Porter It can be tough to find fresh seafood in an oceanless state. Finn & Porter proves the exception to that rule. The fine-dining establishment’s oyster bar is unlike anything else in Missoula and the restaurant’s selection of fresh fish, one that includes ahi tuna, roasted Columbia River salmon and Alaskan halibut, also provides a welcome treat for locals who crave quality seafood. The restaurant’s idyllic dining environment accentuates the Finn & Porter experience. It’s hard not to feel grateful while enjoying a good meal on Finn & Porter’s deck overlooking the Clark Fork. Finn & Porter: 100 Madison St, 728-3100, finnandporter.com
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Finalists, Best Outdoor Dining 2. Iron Horse Brew Pub: 501 N. Higgins, 728-8866, ironhorsebrewpub.com
[best of missoula] 3. Old Post: 103 W. Spruce St., 721-7399, oldpostpub.com Finalists, Best Seafood 2. TIE: Jakers Bar and Grill: 3515 Brooks St., 721-1312, jakers.com/missoula Sushi Hana: 403 N. Higgins, 549-7979, sushihanamissoula.com 3. The Depot: 201 Railroad St. W., 728-7007, depotmissoula.com
Best Salad, Best Supermarket, Best Vegetarian Food, Best Fresh Produce Good Food Store Two o’clock on a Saturday afternoon is serious business at Good Food Store. This is when the store is packed with folks out to do their grocery shopping and try the cheese samples. Besides a handy bulk goods section, where one can get as much or as little of that trail mix or black rice as they need, there’s a produce section stocked full of organic veggies and greens, and bushels of fresh fruit. From aisle to aisle, shelves to freezers, customers can find just about anything to keep their bellies full and healthy. This year the store expanded its take-out section to include a hot bar with tantalizing offerings like rotisserie chicken and homemade-style mac and cheese. The vegetarian crowd will be pleased to know the new offerings include plenty for them to choose from, like spinach lasagna and spicy tempeh, while still offering access to its revered salad bar. It’s clear from the amount of categories GFS sweeps that it’s just about one-stop-shopping for Missoula-area foodies. Good Food Store: 1600 S. 3rd St. W., 541-3663, goodfoodstore.com Finalists, Best Salad 2. Biga Pizza: 241 W. Main St., 728-2579; bigapizza.com 3. Iron Horse Brew Pub: 501 N. Higgins, 728-8866; ironhorsebrewpub.com Finalists, Best Supermarket 2. Orange Street Food Farm: 701 S. Orange St, 543-3188, orangestreetfoodfarm.com 3. Rosauers: 2350 S. Reserve, 721-5430, rosauers.com Finalists, Best Vegetarian Food 2. Five on Black; 325 N Higgins Ave., 926-1860, fiveonblack.com 3. Sa Wad Dee: 221 W. Broadway, 543-9966; sawaddeedowntown.com/ Finalists, Best Fresh Produce 2. Farmers’ Markets: Downtown/Seasonal
3. Orange Street Food Farm: 701 S. Orange St., 543-3188, orangestreetfoodfarm.com
Best Sandwich Shop Doc’s Gourmet Sandwich Shop Doc’s bills itself as the local “cure for what ails you.” Maybe those medicinal properties lie in the whimsy of the menu, with its roundup of famous “Doctors” ranging from Spock to Phil to Seuss. More likely it’s the tasty, homey nature of everything on that menu that provides a universal remedy. Any place that offers a specialty “hangover stew” and a free cookie on the side is definitely doing some heavy lifting toward healing humanity’s ills. Doc’s Gourmet Sandwich Shop: 214 N. Higgins, 542-7414, docsgourmet.com
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Finalists, Best Sandwich Shop 2. Tagliare Delicatessen: 1433 S. Higgins, 830-3049, facebook.com/tagliaredelicatessen 3. Dan’s Soup and San 2730 S. Reserve St., 549-7263, danssoupandsan.com
Best Steak Lolo Creek Steak House The closest thing most of you will get to eating a freshly hunted animal in a cabin in the woods happens on a hill in Lolo. Forget dinner and a movie— Lolo Creek is your start and finish line. Steak and lobster tail and the rustic ambiance are a good start; the satisfaction of a good cut from a good source should keep you smiling through the finish. Lolo Creek Steak House: 6600 Highway 12 W, Lolo, 273-2622, lolocreeksteakhouse.com Finalists, Best Steak 2. The Depot: 201 Railroad St. W, 728-7007, depotmissoula.com 3. Jakers Bar and Grill: 3515 Brooks St., 721-1312, jakers.com/missoula
Best Retail Beer Selection Orange Street Food Farm Deciding what beer to grab when on the way home from work can be a daunting task at Orange Street Food Farm. With a selection ranging from basic domestics like Hamm’s and PBR, to Montana craft beers from the likes of Harvest Moon and Bayern, to the latest regional selections like Oregon’s Deschutes, we want to try a little of everything. Fortunately (or maybe to our detriment) the Food Farm’s college-budget-friendly pricing means we nearly can. Orange Street Food Farm: 701 S. Orange St, 543-3188, orangestreetfoodfarm.com Finalists, Best Retail Beer Selection 2. Worden’s Market & Deli: 451 N. Higgins, 549-1293, wordens.com 3. Pattee Creek Market: 704 SW. Higgins, 543-8143; facebook.com/pattecreekmarket
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Here’s a tip for the next time you sit down across from a date and pop open a nice bottle of wine to mark the occasion: Don’t sniff the cork. The cork, for you rookies, is actually meant to be examined. You want to make sure it’s in one piece and not moldy, because if it is the bottle could be of low quality. Needless to say, you will find no bum corks at Worden’s. The venerable downtown market and deli stocks a staggering array of vino and is staffed by some of the most down-to-earth and knowledgeable experts this side of a French vineyard. And if you need additional help in avoiding any more rookie mistakes, we’re sure they’ll hook you up. Worden’s Market & Deli: 451 N. Higgins, 549-1293, wordens.com
Sometimes it’s the little things that make all the difference for a business, and Loose Caboose does so many little things—and big—right that it’s no wonder it’s named Best Coffee Hut. One thing that impressed us was the very straightforward and friendly notice that explained how badly the business gets dinged by credit card fees, and how customers could pay any way they wanted, but to please consider buying a pre-paid drink card that, oh, by the way, provides you one free beverage. That’s just smart. You know what’s also smart? Writing your customer’s name and preferred drink on the back of each loyalty card, so that regulars get personally greeted. Barista Megan O’Dell, who’s worked at Loose Caboose for four years, hardly needs those cards, though. Her service has generated a loyal following, one that she says keeps coming back because she “listens to what people say and what people want.” And if they’re not sure what they want, O’Dell recommends The Marlowe, an espresso with white chocolate, caramel and coconut. Loose Caboose: Multiple Locations, 7280833, loosecaboosemissoula.com
Finalists, Best Retail Wine Selection 2. CVS: 1914 Brooks St, 728-1380; cvs.com 3. Good Food Store: 1600 S. 3rd St. W, 541-3663, goodfoodstore.com
Best Wings Desperado Sports Tavern This is a new category for Best of Missoula, but local connoisseurs have long known the Despo serves up the best basket of wings in town. Those connoisseurs also know that the so-called Sissy Sauce does not make you an actual sissy. It just means you have tastebuds because, holy mother of hot sauce, anything but the Sissy will light a fire in your mouth. For many of you, that heat is exactly what puts Desperado atop this category. For the rest of us, it’s the meaty wings and the thought that someday we’ll graduate beyond the Sissy. Desperado Sports Tavern: 3101 S. Russell, 549-9651 CARING FOR YOU SINCE 1922 406.721.5600 • 800.525.5688 WESTERN MONTANA CLINIC.COM BROADWAY BLDG • 500 W BROADWAY ~ COMMUNITY MED CTR CAMPUS • PHYS CTR 1 & 3 • 2825-35 FT MISSOULA RD LOLO FAMILY PRACTICE • 11350 HWY 93 S • LOLO • 406.273.0045 NOW CARE URGENT CARE • SOUTHGATE MALL • 2901 BROOKS ~ DOWNTOWN • BROADWAY BUILDING • 500 W BROADWAY
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Finalists, Best Wings 2. Buffalo Wild Wings 2615 Radio Way, 829-9464, buffalowildwings.com 3. Old Post: 103 W. Spruce St, 721-7399, oldpostpub.com
Finalists, Best Coffee Hut 2. Florence Coffee: Multiple Locations, 546-3538, florencecoffeeco.com 3. Lighthouse Espresso: 1900 W. Broadway, 541-828, facebook.com/lighthouseespresso Finalists, Best Barista 2. Lexi Klenow, Florence Coffee Company 3. TIE: Jenny Fawcett, Burns St. Bistro Lisena Brown, Le Petit Outre
Best Convenience Store Grizzly Grocery Perhaps this category should be renamed “Most Convenient Store.” Grizzly Grocery lies a mere five blocks from the southwest corner of the UM campus, but they really are a fully tricked-out grocery store squeezed into a Kwikee Mart foot-
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[best of missoula] print. Fresh produce, daily-made deli sandwiches, a killer beer and wine selection and keg sales are just a few of the store’s offerings. They also have espresso and Le Petit bread. Grizzly Grocery is a local grocer that probably has what you need for the larder, saving you from having to travel to the big scary supermarket across town. Grizzly Grocery: 447 Hill St, 721-2679, grizzlygrocery.com Finalists, Best Convenience Store 2. Ole’s on Orange: 923 N. Orange St, 721-2170 3. Noon’s Multiple Locations, 543-7092
Best Liquor Store Grizzly Liquor Pappy Van Winkle bourbon shows up in a couple of television shows, including the New Orleans HBO series “Treme” and the FX series “Justified.” In a 2012 Atlantic Wire article Jen Doll called it the “bourbon everyone wants but nobody can get.” At Grizzly Liquor, you can get Pappy and other toughto-find bourbons like Buffalo Trace and George T. Stagg, which is why the store gets calls from people from Washington, Louisiana and everywhere in
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between. Also of note is the display of Montanamade products, including Willie’s Moonshine— which sits next to a row of Mason jar goblets made by Redneck Glasses—and the growing selection of artisan booze from distilleries around the state. Grizzly Liquor: 110 West Spruce St, 549-7723, grizzlyliquor.com Finalists, Best Liquor Store 2. Krisco Liquor: 1300 S. Reserve, 549-7242, kriscoliquor.com 3. Magic Diamond: 2230 Brooks St., 542-8761
Best Pizza Delivery The Bridge Pizza It’s a lazy Sunday afternoon and you can’t bring yourself to leave the house. Don’t worry. You don’t have to starve. With a quick phone call, you can have a feast delivered to your door. Whether you’re hankering for a soppressata, roasted pepper and feta with red sauce pizza or mushroom and scallion pizza with white sauce, be assured that The Bridge uses quality ingredients and delivers every day of the week, even Sunday. The Bridge: 600 S. Higgins, 542-0002, bridgepizza.com
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[best of missoula] Finalists, Best Pizza Delivery 2. Zimorino’s: 1250 W. Broadway, 541-7437, zimorinos.com 3. Pizza Hut: Multiple Locations, 721-0149, pizzahut.com
Best Caterer Two Sisters Not only did 2013 usher in a sixth consecutive Best of Missoula win for the gourmet grandmasters at Two Sisters, but this spring also marked the seventh year since sisters Beth and Susan Higgins established Missoula’s go-to catering operation. It’s also the 21st anniversary for their original headquarters, the Two Sisters Cafe on the eastern fringe of Glacier National Park. Don’t expect the celebrations to distract these women from their lip-smacking pursuits, though. From offering Thanksgiving advice to serving up a Southern-inspired Mother’s Day brunch, Two Sisters is a tireless and tasty nod to what hard work—and a little coconut cake—can accomplish. Two Sisters: 111 N. Higgins, 549-3005, twosisterscateringmontana.com Finalists, Best Caterer 2. Bravo!: 224 N. Higgins, 541-4900, bravocatering.net 3. Burns St. Bistro: 1500 Burns St., 543-0179, burnsstbistro.com
Best Waiter/Waitress Cheryl Nickey, Jakers Winning Best of Missoula is becoming old-hat for Cheryl Nickey. But you know what’s not getting old for this two-time honoree? Making people feel welcome while dining at Jakers. Nickey, who says she’s been waiting tables “my whole entire life” and working at Jakers for a decade, takes great pride in being calm, interacting with her customers and making sure that people leave her restaurant happy. That last part is particularly important. When asked if she has any pet peeves, she says it’s when someone ends a meal unsatisfied. Rest assured, that almost never happens when she’s working the table. Finalists, Best Waiter/Waitress 2. Tony DeSantis, Mustard Seed 3. Jason McMackin, Burns Street Bistro
GOODS & SERVICES GOODS & SERVICES Best Auto Repair Kent Brothers When walking into Kent Brothers’ Fourth Street garage, it becomes clear why the shop does so well in our Best of Missoula competition every year. The shop walls are covered with music listings and posters advertising community events blanket the counter. The decor testifies to the shop’s active engagement in Missoula, as a financial contributor
to area nonprofits and simply as a community booster. What’s more, Kent Brothers mechanics get to know their customers by name and their rigs inside and out. “If we have one mantra, it’s that our customers are our personal friends,” says shop owner Eddie Joy. “It’s the kind of work that the only way you can do it is with trust.” Kent Brothers: 127 S. 4th St. W, 728-1747, kentbrothersautomotive.com Finalists, Best Auto Repair 2. Blue Ribbon Auto: 450 Cedar St, 543-4612, blueribbonauto.com 3. Unique Auto Service: 1414 Montana St, 728-3144, missoulaautoservice.com
Best Bank/Credit Union Missoula Federal Credit Union
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The push to bank locally hit Missoula long before the “too big to fail” era. And with preemption comes great benefits. At Missoula Federal Credit Union, you’ll find interest-free bike loans, affordable mortgages, manageable credit lines and the keenest staff you’ll ever see in the same building as a vault. Did we mention their newest offices are LEED certified? Like, recycled-jeans-as-insulation eco-conscious. Just sayin’. Missoula Federal Credit Union: Multiple locations, 523-3300, missoulafcu.org Finalists, Best Bank/Credit Union 2. First Security Bank: Multiple locations, 728-3115, fsbmsla.com 3. First Interstate Bank: Multiple locations, 523-4200, firstinterstatebank.com
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Best Big Box Store Target During our last visit to Missoula’s best box store, we went there with the intention of buying only laundry detergent, cleaning supplies and toothpaste. However, with its endless aisles of what feels like everything under the sun, Target has a tendency to suck us in. It didn’t take long before we landed in the toy section, fondling the squirt guns, eyeing the Settlers of Catan board game expansion sets and palming a small “knobby ball,” one that bounces nicely and is easy to catch. At the end of our shopping trip, we were weighted down with not only what was on our original list, but also locally brewed ale (Target sells Big Sky, Bayern and Kettlehouse in its grocery section), a bottle of vitamin B complex, two new T-shirts and the knobby ball, which, for $2.99, we simply couldn’t pass up. Target: 2420 N. Reserve St, 543-4000, target.com
Blue Mountain 251-3344
Racquet Club 251-3356
Downtown 317-1960
Finalists, Best Big Box Store 2. Costco: 3220 N. Reserve, 721-1535, costco.com 3. Walmart: 3555 Mullan Rd, 829-8489, walmart.com
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[best of missoula] Best Book Store The Book Exchange There’s nothing like inhaling that “old Kindle smell,” amirite? No? Well, if you prefer to get away from a screen and spend an afternoon on a comfy seat in a brick-and-mortar store, The Book Exchange offers a well-curated selection of good, old-fashioned books, from graphic novels to kids’ tales, trade paperbacks to an extensive collection of books from local authors. And college students take note: The Book Exchange often has texts that are required by university courses, often for a great deal. The Book Exchange: 2335 Brooks St, 728-6342, booksmontana.com Finalists, Best Book Store 2. Fact & Fiction: 220 N. Higgins, 721-2881, factandfictionbooks.com 3. Barnes & Noble: 2640 N. Reserve, 721-0009, barnesandnoble.com
Best CDs and Music, Best Store for Gifts Rockin Rudy’s Whimsy is a powerful factor in gift-giving. It makes birthdays, Christmas and anniversaries unpredictable, light-hearted and fun. While an inflatable deer mount or a Dammit Doll might not be the most useful possession, it’s surprising what some people put in the “must have on a desert island” category. Rockin Rudy’s may not have it all in the literal sense, but they come darn close. Plus, those endless rows of CDs are guaranteed to contain the perfect tunes for even the oddest musical tastes. Rockin Rudy’s: 237 Blaine, 542-0077, rockinrudys.com Finalists, Best CDs and Music 2. Ear Candy Music: 624 S. Higgins, 542-5029, earcandymusic.nu 3. Hastings: 2501 Brooks St, 542-1077, gohastings.com Finalists, Best Store for Gifts 2. Butterfly Herbs: 232 N Higgins Ave, 728-8780, butterflyherbs.com 3. The Artists’ Shop: 127 N. Higgins, 543-6393, missoulaartistshop.com
Best Dry Cleaner, Best Laundromat The Green Hanger Doing laundry can be an obnoxious chore, but it feels more like a relaxing experience in the freshsmelling Green Hanger, where soap and wi-fi are free and the vending machine sells candy for 75 cents. Bring your laptop to get some work done, and you’ll have your chore done in what feels like no time. Want to save even more time? Just drop off your clothes and the Green Hanger staff will dry clean your buttondowns and slacks or dresses and blouses. The Green Hanger: 146 Woodford St., 728-1948, 960 East Broadway, 728-1919, facebook.com/greenhanger
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Finalists, Best Dry Cleaner 2. Missoula Textile: Multiple locations, 543-5171; missoulatextiles.com 3. Fresh Natural Cleaners: 1132 SW. Higgins, 542-8100, freshnaturalcleaners.com Finalists, Best Laundromat 2. Sparkle Laundry: 812 S. Higgins, 721-5146 3. Mullan Station Laundromat: 3420 Mullan Rd, 721-5989
Best Furniture Store Wagner’s Wagner’s is Missoula’s only dealer of Stressless™ chairs, definitely the most righteous recliners ever to come out of Norway. But the family-owned Missoula institution is also so much more. Wagner’s is celebrating its 60th year, having grown from its modest Front Street beginnings into a sprawling showroom perched on the hill at 39th Street, offering a seemingly endless selection of first-class furniture for every room in your house. Wagner’s: 916 SW Higgins Ave, 728-3214, wagnershomefurnishings.com Finalists, Best Furniture Store 2. The Living Room: 2610 S. Reserve, 721-1340, thelivingroomfurniture.com 3. Furniture Row: 3411 N Reserve St., 728-3420, furniturerow.com
Best Hobby/Craft Store Treasure Chest Every time we walk into the Treasure Chest, we feel compelled to create, build and play. Paints, beads and model airplanes line the store’s shelves, as do baking supplies, craft paper and small yet burly off-road vehicles (they’re toys, but look like they could handle the harshest terrain). The Treasure Chest is equipped to satisfy the most experienced craftsperson. It’s also capable of assisting novices. The hobby shop offers a wall of magazines that itemize lessons on crafts, including ornament and necklace making, floral arraignments and faux finishes, among others. And the Treasure Chest’s staff seems especially eager to offer tips. “We’re doing fairy gardens this summer,” says clerk Judy Donovan, pointing to fairy teapot homes and a small sleeping fairy figurine. It’s a magical place, indeed. Treasure Chest: 1612 Benton Ave, 549-7992 Finalists, Best Hobby/Craft Store 2. Michael’s: 2850 N. Reserve, 542-0128, michaels.com 3. Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft: 1900 Brooks St, 543-5244, joann.com
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[best of missoula] Best Lodging Doubletree Hotel For those visiting Missoula or looking to book a “staycation,” here’s how you do it: Call the Doubletree and ask for a riverside room. This means you’ll have a pristine view of Mount Sentinel, the Clark Fork and, more often than not, an angler casting flies from the rocky shore. Then, ask to make a reservation at the hotel’s Finn & Porter restaurant for one night during your stay. This sets you up for an evening of fine dining and exquisitely prepared cocktails, all just a few steps from your room. The Doubletree offers the sort of accommodations that help make Missoula look so good to those just passing through. Doubletree Hotel: 100 Madison St, 728-3100, doubletree.hilton.com/missoula Finalists, Best Lodging 2. C’Mon Inn: 2775 Expo Parkway, 543-4600, comoninn.com/missoula 3. Holiday Inn Downtown: 200 S. Pattee St, 721-8550, himissouladowntown.com
Best Motorcycle/ ATV Dealer Grizzly Harley-Davidson
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To a certain subset of the population, nothing signals the approach of spring like the revving of a Sportster. Biker legend holds that a Harley engine’s putt-putt-putt is what a mother’s beating photo by Cathrine L. Walters
[best of missoula] heart sounds like to a fetus in the womb. We don’t know about that, but we do know that we can find all our necessary leathers, gear and shiny new bikes on display at Grizzly Harley Davidson. Grizzly Harley-Davidson: 5106 E. Harrier Dr, 721-2154, grizzlyhd.com Finalists, Best Motorcycle/ATV Dealer 2. Kurt’s Polaris: 2904 W. Broadway, 541-3651, kurtspolaris.com 3. Big Sky Motorsports: 2315 South Ave. W, 721-5341, bigskymotorsports.com
Best New Car Dealer Karl Tyler Ah, nothing beats the smell of a new car. Whether you’re sitting high and mighty above the ground in a new Chevy truck, or you’re low and luxurious in a new Caddy, that smell isn’t just the clean interiors. It’s the smell of victory, because you bought your new vehicle at Karl Tyler Chevrolet Cadillac. Standing by the hundreds of new and certified used automobiles on the lot are dozens of helpful salespeople who know more than you thought you needed to know about your big-ticket purchase. They help starving journalists like us realize why we need new wheels, and offer the deals to make it possible. Karl Tyler Chevrolet: 3663 N. Reserve St, 721-2438, karltylerchevrolet.com Finalists, Best New Car Dealer 2. Bitterroot Motors: 3943 Brooks St, 251-2525, bitterootford.com 3. University Motors: 3600 S. Reserve, 721-4920, universitymotors.com
Best Used Car Dealer Lyman Motors Used Cars is one of the funniest movies ever, but it doesn’t exactly enhance the reputation of used car dealers. Mark Lyman is out to help change that. He opened Lyman Motors in 2009 with the goal of running a reputable car lot that offers square deals and excellent customer service. Lyman Motors also offers financing from several local financial institutions. They may not have a “mile of cars,” like the claim made by Roy L. Fuchs’ hapless daughter in the movie, but this Missoula success story is helping to erase that old stereotype. You won’t find a single plaid sports coat on this lot, just a great inventory of clean, reliable vehicles. Lyman Motors: 2900 S Reserve St., 728-0000, lymanmotors.com Finalists, Best Used Car Dealer 2. Bitterroot Motors: 3943 Brooks St, 251-2525, bitterrootford.com 3. TIE Karl Tyler Chevrolet: 3663 N. Reserve St, 721-2438, karltylerchevrolet.com
University Motors: 3600 S. Reserve, 721-4920, universitymotors.com
Best New Retail Store White House Black Market In 2008, Michelle Obama wore a simple black-andwhite, sleeveless floral-print dress while appearing on “The View” during Barack Obama’s presidential campaign. Michelle’s fans loved the outfit, which turned out to be a $148 White House Black Market dress. It flew off the racks, and launched the women’s clothing retailer into a new level of fame. Michelle’s dress isn’t in stock any more, but now local shoppers can find their own presidential style at the White House Black Market in Southgate Mall. White House Black Market: Southgate Mall, 721-1650, whitehouseblackmarket.com Finalists, Best New Retail Store 2. Naturalist’s Mercantile: 131 E. Main, 544-0227, facebook.com/naturalistsmercantile/info 3. TIE Wild Out West: Southgate Mall, 493-1869, wildweststore.com Rue 21: Southgate Mall, 549-2283, rue21.com
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Dr. Sandy Sheppard and Staff thank you for voting us Best Optometrist, AGAIN. www.sandysheppard.com 700 South Ave. W. 549-4851
Best Adult Store Adam & Eve It’s hard to write this one without blushing, but we agree with our readers when they say Adam & Eve revs Missoula’s engines. Whatever your bedroom fascinations hold, the friendly and non-judgmental staff at Adam & Eve will find it for you. From romantic to down and dirty, it’s a favorite for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, wedding showers or weekend fun. We’re not licensed sexologists, but if you want to liven it up a little, or have any questions on how, where or why, look no further. Adam & Eve: 1401 W. Broadway, 549-4688, adamandevemontana.com Finalists, Best Adult Store 2. Fantasy For Adults: 2611 Brooks St, 542-1801, fantasyforadultsonly.com 3. Adult Avenue: 137 E Main St, 543-3423
Best Pet Supplies PetSmart It doesn’t matter what kind of pet you have, PetSmart has you covered. The Reserve Street store offers cable knit sweaters for the small yet stylish pooch, aquariums for high-maintenance fish and hamster wheels for the adored rodent. It also sells treats to satisfy a variety of species, including parakeet snacks and tortoise bites, mealworms, which chickens love, and iguana food. The best part about PetSmart is that they allow you to bring your furry friends with you while you shop, better ensuring you’ll get exactly what they want. PetSmart: 2850 N. Reserve, 549-9188, petsmart.com
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BEST WAY TO PAY YOUR TAB When it comes to paying down the brewery tab, every penny helps. Bayern Brewing dropped $400,000 last year on a German-manufactured bottle washer—the only one of its kind in the region—in an effort to keep Missoula’s landfill as devoid of glass as possible. For every brown, non-embossed bottle you bring in (think labels like Bayern, Big Sky, Great Northern, etc.), Bayern will pay five cents. For every Bayern six-pack carrier, the price goes up to 10 cents. Customers can even snag a waxed cardboard Ecopak, which holds up to four sixers worth of goods, for easier transport. If you drink as much or more at home as you do in the taproom, one week’s load can easily pay for the first round of beer. It also puts new meaning to the phrase, “One man’s trash...”
Finalists, Best Pet Supplies 2. Go Fetch! Multiple locations, 728-2275, gofetchdog.com 3. Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply: 2801 W. Broadway, 549-2355, murdochs.com
Best Plant Nursery Caras Nursery Another win this year tells us the staff at Caras has as green a thumb as ever, efficiently dolling out the hydrangeas and geraniums and lilies to a garden-crazed public. But it seems Missoula’s go-to nursery is also quite adept at set design. Despite intense spring rains, Caras put together a stunning floral spread in Washington-Grizzly Stadium for the University of Montana’s 2013 graduation commencement. The sun came out, the students walked and Caras proved that its part in the community extends well beyond the greenhouse. Caras Nursery: 2727 S. 3rd St. W, 549-3242, facebook.com/carasnursery
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Finalists, Best Plant Nursery 2. Pink Grizzly: 1400 Wyoming St, 728-3370 3. Marchie’s: 1845 S. 3rd St. W, 542-2544
Best Ranch Supply Store Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply There are a few requirements to be a proper ranch supply store: Small resin farm animal toys must be on display up front, as must be the clear plastic bags filled with candies like red cherries, root beer barrels and circus peanuts. That stuff keeps the kids entertained while you go on to grab the essentials of Montana living, be it fencing, a new horse trough, cat food, a pearl-buttoned Western shirt or work boots. Murdoch’s has all this and more. Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply: 2801 W. Broadway, 549-2355, murdochs.com Finalists, Best Ranch Supply 2. Cenex: 4570 N. Reserve, 543-8383, cenexmt.com 3. Ace Hardware: Multiple Locations, 728-3030, acehardware.com
Best Home Appliances Sears From air conditioners to vacuums, from electric mixers to water heaters, if it’s a home appliance, you know Sears sells it—and probably offers it in red. Their deliver-and-install teams are professional and friendly, and they sell a wide variety of top appliance brands, from Amana to Whirlpool. For all of these reasons, Indy readers have made the Southgate Mall anchor
[best of missoula] store their go-to provider of high-quality home appliances. Sears: Southgate Mall, 523-3200, sears.com Finalists, Best Home Appliances 2. Vann’s: Out of business 3. Best Buy: 2640 N Reserve St., 829-0409, bestbuy.com
Best Home Electronics Best Buy It’s getting increasingly difficult to keep up with modern day electronics. It seems like just yesterday we were still watching DVDs (as opposed to streaming high-definition movies through our television sets), listening to CDs (instead of downloading digitally enhanced MP3 files to our iPods and iPhones) and reading trade paperbacks in the backyard hammock (and not scrolling through a book on our tablet device). Rest easy, old-timers. The blue-shirted army at Best Buy is up to speed on all the latest gear so you don’t have to be. Just let them know what you’re looking to do—or looking to do better—and they’ll hook you up. Ask nicely and they’ll even clue you in to some of the jargon the kids are using these days. Best Buy: 2640 N Reserve St., 829-0409, bestbuy.com Finalists, Best Home Electronics 2. Vann’s: Out of business 3. Sears: Southgate Mall, 523-3200, sears.com
Best Store for Musical Instruments Morgenroth Your mom might have made you play clarinet in high school in hopes you’d learn some Mozart concertos, but you mostly remember having fun playing Reel Big Fish covers in pep band. You can head to Morgenroth to tune-up your ax, or find a new instrument to encourage your own burgeoning clarinetist, flautist or guitar player. Ska covers optional. Morgenroth: 1105 W. Sussex Ave., 549-0013, montanamusic.com Finalists, Best Store for Musical Instruments 2. Electronic Sound & Percussion: 819 S. Higgins, 728-1117, espmusic.com 3. Outlaw Music: 724 Burlington Ave, 541-7533, outlawmusicguitarshop.com
Best Toy Store Walking Stick Toys When you have a baby you’re suddenly all like, “I don’t want my baby to put nasty chemicals in her mouth or be exposed to radiation or wear something made in China.” And so you, who sometimes drinks Coke and has a cellphone clamped to your ear 24/7, goes to a place like Walking Stick Toys because you love your child that much. The locally owned toy store sells locally made and environmen-
tally friendly products that, aside from being good for your kids, will their kick-start their imaginations. We’re talking about truly magical things like dressup clothes, fantastically illustrated books, science experiment kits, well-crafted teething toys, wooden rattles, games, little trucks and school buses, and soft elvish dolls. You can also learn to make fairy and gnome accessories, which will have your little one thinking you’re the greatest, at least until they hit their teens. Walking Stick Toys: 829 S. Higgins, 543-1179, walkingsticktoys.com Finalists, Best Toy Store 2. The Learning Tree: Out of business 3. Target: 2420 N Reserve St, 543-4000, target.com
Best Antiques Montana Antique Mall One Indy staffer recently ran into a bit of a problem. A tough-to-buy-for relative’s birthday had come and gone and still a gift could not be found. The answer? A lunchtime dash to the Montana Antique Mall, the one place in Missoula where you can find just what you need even when you aren’t sure what you’re looking for. The trip was a success, but a second perusal of all four floors turned up more hidden treasures: a leather coat, a portable Underwood typewriter, a pristine wooden bed frame. If it weren’t for work meetings, our staffer might still be in there... Montana Antique Mall: 331 Railroad St, 721-5366, montanaantiquemall.com Finalists, Best Antiques 2. Circle Square Second Hand Store: 519 N. Higgins, 549-3512, 2ndhand.com 3. Antique Market: 910 S 3rd St W, 542-5078
Best Auto Detailing Grizzly Detail Say your band returns to Missoula after a threeweek tour of the Midwest, and your Econoline’s interior is so profoundly trashed and skanky that you’ve decided to just burn it down as a sacrifice to the road gods. Put down that gas can, friend, and pilot your rig to Grizzly Detail. This veteran-owned outfit is truly about the details. They offer a range of services from a quick Bob’s-your-uncle to a noroach-left-behind, full-bore spit shine from the engine to the carpets, leaving your precious touring rig spanking clean, with absolutely no sign of the Milwaukee Creamed Corn Incident. Grizzly Detail: 1345 S 3rd St W., 728-8263, grizzlydetailmt.com Finalists, Best Car Detailing 2. Blue Ribbon: 1450 Cedar St., 543-4612, blueribbonauto.com 3. Southside Auto: 1721 Dearborn Ave., 549-9301
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[best of missoula] Best Bail Bondsman Devildog Bail Bonds You had the strongest urge to climb into the super-sized silver shoe that towers above Brooks Street’s southernmost end. Law enforcement decided that wasn’t such a great idea. Next thing you know, you’re appearing in court and a judge is setting bail. This isn’t the first time you’ve tried this stunt, so the judge sets the bail higher than you can afford. That’s where Devildog bondsman Joel McGlynn comes in. In exchange for a fee and collateral, say jewelry or a car title, he’ll promise the judge that you’ll attend your next court date, enabling you to get sprung and still make it in time for work the next day. “I just try to get things done as soon as possible,” McGlynn says. Devildog Bail Bonds: 542-8456’ Finalists, Best Bail Bondsman 2. Earl Rowe: 728-0844 3. Brad Your Bondsman: 888-222-2570
Best Camera/Photo Store The Dark Room
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If a picture is worth a thousand words, then Montana has a novel’s worth of photos around every turn. From memory cards to all-natural lens cleaner to a vest for all those odds and ends, The Dark Room’s shelves have everything you’ll need to capture those images cleanly and crisply. Want to give a snapshot that 1890s Kallitype look without just using an Instagram filter? The Dark Room also hosts workshops to improve photo by Cathrine L. Walters
[best of missoula] your skills beyond the viewfinder. And if you’re looking for inspiration, check out the downstairs gallery to see what new novels local shooters are “writing” these days. The Dark Room: 135 N. Higgins, 549-1070, darkroommontana.com
Center. A bouquet of roses isn’t the only way to get in the giving spirit. Bitterroot Flower Shop: 811 S. Higgins, 542-0309, bitterootflowershop.com
Finalists, Best Camera/Photo Store 2. Yellowstone Photo: Out of Business 3. Best Buy: 2640 N Reserve St., 829-0409, bestbuy.com
Finalists, Best Florist 2. Habitat Floral Studio: 211 N. Higgins, 543-0967, habitalfloralstudio.com 3. Garden City Floral: 2510 Spurgin Rd, 543-6627, gardencityfloral.com
Best Car Wash Happy Days
Best Head Shop Piece of Mind
Sure, it can be a nice summer errand to run to a self-service car wash and hose down the ol’ Subaru, but you’re missing out on a destination of an errand: Happy Days car wash gets it done faster, typically cheaper and you don’t have to lift a finger. Pull on up to the track and let the good-humored dudes and lady dudes take care of your car washing, drying and more than a cursory wipe-down for you. There’s nothing like getting something done without doing anything at all. Happy Days: Multiple Locations, 728-5527
All the cool kids like to talk about what local farm grew their salad greens and the name of the cow that ended up being their cheeseburger. But forget “Know your farmer.” How about “Know your glass pipe artist”? At Piece of Mind, the first two cases of pipes are stocked full of jaw-dropping examples of local work. Each artist’s name even appears next to his or her work. Store manager Sarah Exum says she takes great pride in working with a stable of artists, most of whom are based in Missoula but also reside in Dillon and Bozeman. And if glass pipes don’t do it for you, don’t worry. The store has a little bit of everything—local or not—to satisfy your jonesing. Piece of Mind: 123 W Main St., 830-3206, pieceofmind.net
Finalists, Best Car Wash 2. Dazzlers: 2610 Radio Way, 728-6262 3. Splash: 2050 Cooper St, 721-3743; splashcarwashmt.com
Best Computer Repair Shop Computer Central Dealing with any computer-related problem often seems to be relegated to going through a mind-numbingly long phone call with some customer service rep reading off a screen. It doesn’t have to be that way. Computer Central offers an easily accessible downtown location, fair prices and a staff of knowledgeable experts adept at troubleshooting and maximizing your computer’s performance. No “Press 1 to hear more options” required. Computer Central: 136 East Broadway, 542-6540, ccmissoula.com
Finalists, Best Head Shop 2. Atmosphere Smoke Shop: 115 West Main St., 728-4420, atmomt.com 3. Mellow Mood: 630 S Higgins Ave, 728-0777, mellowmood.com
Best Home Accessories House Design Studio
Best Florist Bitterroot Flower Shop
One of the hardest chores in life is picking out something memorable and creative for a wedding gift. We don’t think we’re overstating this. Sure, you can go through some box store registry and get your friend a blender, but good luck having that make an impression. No, we want to get something beautiful and distinct—and that’s why we head to House Design Studio. When it comes to decorating a new home, House has a little bit of everything for all kinds of styles. We’re partial to the Jensen chair from Dwell Studios as a lounge-worthy centerpiece to any room, and the store’s own line of handcrafted wood coffee tables, bookshelves and benches. Perhaps the reason we like shopping here for wedding gifts is that we get so many great ideas on how to spruce up our own pad. House Design Studio: 133 N. Higgins, 541-6960, housedesignstudio.net
Whether you forgot Valentine’s Day was coming up or you’re looking to add the perfect dash of color to your wedding, Indy readers recognize Bitterroot Flower Shop time and again as a floral savior. But Bitterroot clearly isn’t satisfied just slinging daffodils and orchids for eager gift-givers. Last summer, the shop began donating $1 to a local charity for every recycled vase customers brought in. The effort has brought in modest sums, but has helped benefit other Missoula staples like the Missoula Food Bank and the Poverello
Finalists, Best Home Accessories 2. Target: 2420 N. Reserve, 543-4000, target.com 3. Red Rooster: 333 N Higgins, 543-7777, redroosterhome.com
Finalists, Best Computer Repair Shop 2. First Call: 616 S. Higgins, 721-4592, firstsolution.com 3. Recompute: 1337 W Broadway St., 543-8287, recomputecomputers.com/zoo
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Best Lawyer Paul Ryan Leave it to a native Missoulian to handle all your criminal and personal injury needs in court. Paul Ryan has been practicing law here for 20 years, six years in his current form as the reassuring face of Paul Ryan & Associates. “We fight till we get it right,” he says, adding that it’s not just one person that makes a stellar defense team possible. “We have a great staff; it’s not just me, it’s a bunch of us making it happen.” Paul Ryan: 218 E. Front St, 542-2233, paulryanlaw.com Finalists, Best Lawyer 2. Shane Vannatta: wordenthan.com/pages/shane-a-vannatta.php 3. Milt Datsopoulos: dmllaw.com
Best Pawn Shop Liquid Assets Step right up, step right up, get yourself a fancy new banjolin, and how about a vintage 12-gauge to go with it? Well now, you’ll need a safe, so take your pick, and try not to knock over the reasonably priced fly rods. That’s right, folks, not only can you buy your way to full-blown Missoula citizenship, you can sell it off, too. That’s the beauty of a pawn shop, of course, but with Liquid Assets you’re getting a good deal on both ends. Maybe you need to sell a guitar to pay for gas and food while shooting a tour documentary, or you just want to try your hand at the dobro one more time. Lucky you, it’s all within reach behind the pretty neon sign. Liquid Assets: 434 N. Higgins, 542-6606, liquidassetsmissoula.com
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Finalists, Best Pawn Shop 2. Riverside Pawn: 1300 Clark Fork Dr, 728-7296, riversidepawnmissoula.com 3. 1st Interstate Pawn: 3110 S Reserve St, 721-7296
Best Property Management Company Garden City Property Management Renting an apartment is often the first big step to adulthood and independence. At Garden City Property Management, the friendly staff is helpful to newbie renters and quick with repair requests. Signing a sixmonth lease sometimes comes with bonuses like a free Costco membership and newspaper subscription. A place of your own and a Costco card? Sounds pretty grown-up to us. Garden City Property Management: 422 Madison St, 549-6106, gcpm-mt.com Finalists, Best Property Management Company 2. Grizzly Property Management: 715 Kensington Ave, 542-2060, grizzlypm.com 3. Bitterroot Property Management: 414 W. Broadway, 549-9631, bitterootmanagement.com
Best Real Estate Agent Mindy Palmer It’s easy to gush when talking about Mindy Palmer. She’s stylish, for one. But that’s just the
[best of missoula] surface. Once you get to know Palmer, you realize that she’s a straight shooter and after working in the Missoula real estate market for 15 years, she knows what’s up. Palmer and her husband and business partner, Steve Palmer, hosts a comprehensive website that’s chock-full of charts and text detailing the ups and downs of the local market, including home values and historic trends, posted alongside a wide selection of home listings. Palmer’s won this category every year since 2006 and remains undoubtably Missoula’s best real estate agent. Mindy Palmer, Prudential Montana: 239-6696, mindypalmer.com Finalists, Best Real Estate Agent 2. Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate: 327-8787, movemontana.com 3. Shannon Hilliard, Prudential Missoula: 239-8350, shannonhilliard.com
Best Pet Care/Boarding Quick Paws At Quick Paws, canines of all ages and sizes will be contented. Indoor and outdoor play areas ensure Fido will be comfortable when he runs in circles, sniffs his friends and plays in one of Quick Paws’ kiddie pools, which are rolled out in the summer months. “You should see them playing with the hose and splashing in the pool,” says Quick Paws owner Charla Bitney. If Fido isn’t feeling high-energy, the pet-care facility hosts a “Takin’ it Easy” lounge, filled with soothing lavender aromas and classical music for older, smaller or more reserved dogs. Similarly, the operation will do home care for pets who enjoy a more private life. At the root of Quick Paws’ many options are the operation’s dog-loving staffers, who strive to get to know their charges. “It’s so important for us to build a long-term relationship with our clients,” Bitney says. Quick Paws: 1720 S. 3rd St. W, 721-1943, quickpaws.net Finalists, Best Pet Care/Boarding 2. Pruyn: 2501 S. Russell St, 829-8150, pruynvet.com 3. Missoula Pet Au Pair: 2500 S Garfield St, 493-0853, missoulapetaupair.com
Best Veterinary Clinic/Hospital Pruyn Veterinary Hospital When a local celebrity pet like Sunny the Trail Dog or Saul the Rockin Rudy’s cat gets sick, Pruyn Veterinary Hospital shines as Missoula’s pet world answer to LA’s star-studded Cedars-Sinai. Operating steadily since Dr. Minott Pruyn’s father Earl first opened it in 1949, the hospital tucked into a corner of the Brooks-South-Russell intersection is a Missoula landmark. Pruyn’s expert veterinary staff has provided medical, surgical and dental care for untold thousands of beloved pets. In fact, if you lined up every dog and cat Missoula’s favorite critter clinic has ever given medical attention, well, it probably would be hard to keep that many pets in any sort of line. Pruyn Veterinary Hospital: 2501 S. Russell St, 829-8150, pruynvet.com
Finalists, Best Veteraniry Clinic/Hospital 2. Missoula Veterinary Clinic: 3701 Highway 93; 251-2400 3. Four Paws: 2625 Connery Way; 542-3838
HEALTH HEALTH && WELLNESS WELLNESS Best Doctor/Health Care Provider, Best Health Clinic Eric Ravitz, Blue Mountain Clinic Just over 20 years ago, an anti-choice activist from Washington state firebombed Blue Mountain Clinic, destroying the facility and prompting a two-and-ahalf-year effort to rebuild. Well, the community threw its support behind BMC, and today the clinic is a fullfledged family practice. Eric Ravitz attributes that rebound to a “political edge that resonates in a community like Missoula, from doing aggressive outreach for reproductive health to not being beholden to a hospital corporate management command.” Ravitz is also pretty sure Missoula named him top doc for another year because “I listen well and am down to earth.” His best guess why both got top billing? Excellent, competent care. Eric Ravitz, Blue Mountain Clinic: 610 N. California St, 721-1646, bluemountainclinic.org Finalists, Best Doctor/Health Care Provider 2. Lar Autio, Western Montana Clinic: 500 W. Broadway, 721-5600, westernmontanaclinic.com 3. Jennifer Mayo, Western Montana Clinic at Community Campus Physicians Building No. 3, 2835 Fort Missoula Road, 721-5600, westernmontanaclinic.com
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Finalists, Best Health Clinic 2. Western Montana Clinic: 500 W. Broadway, 721-5600, westernmontanaclinic.com 3. Cost Care: Multiple Locations, 721-5531, costcare.com
Best Alternative Health Care Provider Christine White, Black Bear Naturopathic Christine White focuses on root causes rather than symptoms, which is kind of what we’ve all been talking about when it comes to health care, right? According to Elizabeth Axelrod, White’s co-worker, that’s exactly what patients are looking for when they show up at Black Bear Naturopathic. Axelrod describes White, who is the owner and director of the clinic, as warm and “intelligent and knowledgeable about the endocrine system.” White has designed the clinic to be professional but still feel homey rather than doctor office-y. And the fact that White collaborates with Axelrod on her patient cases means you get a first and second opinion all in one visit. Christine White, Black Bear Naturopathic: 2204 Dixon Ave, 542-2147, blackbearnaturopaths.com
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[best of missoula] Finalists, Best Alternative Health Care Provider 2. Heather Ellsworth, Mountain Sage: 725 W Alder St, Ste 1, 593-7073, moutainsageacupuncture.com 3. TIE Dallas Seaber: 3031 S. Russell Street Ste.1 728-1600 Mindy Opper, Red Willow: 825 W. Kent St, 721-0033, redwillowcenter.org
Best Chiropractor Anthony Lambert Anthony Lambert has a quick, disarming wit, and is well known for his community involvement and undying positivity. But most importantly, the chiropractor tends to his patients—from full families to pregnant women to newborn babies—with the kind of sympathy one hopes to get from a person whose hands are cracking your neck. Lambert, who wins this category for the sixth time in a row, sometimes seems to have a third-eye power for knowing your exact level of stress and tension. Call it magic, but it’s really just a matter of a man keenly in-tune with the inner workings of the body. Anthony Lambert: 1290 S. 3rd St. W, 541-9355, missoulachiropractic.com Finalists, Best Chiropractor 2. Scott Matz, Matz Family Chiropractic: 1519 S. Reserve, 552-4014, matzfamilychiropractic.com 3. Ivan Van Eerden: 225 Hickory St, 541-6400
Best Dentist Annette Dusseau Put your unfounded dental fears at ease— Missoula’s Family Dental Group is here. With long
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hours, good music and an eco-conscious office, the dentists in Southgate Mall have Missoula in mind. “I had this guy, he said coming to see me as a dentist is like going to a supper club where the food’s not very good but the floor show makes it worthwhile,” Dusseau says. Missoula’s favorite dentist says she tells weird stories and does her best to make visits fun. The mom-andpop-style business (her husband keeps the books) gives a personal touch to the whole office, not to mention the obvious kinship: “We’re a bunch of friends working together to do the right thing.” Annette Dusseau: Southgate Mall, 541-2886, familydentalgroup.net Finalists, Best Dentist 2. Ike Heaphy: 712 Kensington Ave., 543-8347, ikeheaphydds.com 3. Susan Tiede: 3020 S Reserve St, 541-7334 , missoulapediatricdentistry.com
Best Optometrist Sandy Sheppard Sandy Sheppard has two passions: optometry and theater. She attends every local drama production that she can, and Sheppard also puts her money where her mouth is by providing a constant stream of funding to the arts scene. When it comes to work, our readers’ favorite optometrist is in a class by herself, turning what could be a mundane process into upbeat, personal visits. One softball player related how he went to Sheppard complaining of his difficulty in getting a bead on long fly balls that came his way in the outfield. She produced a baseball, held it at arm’s length, and trotted across the room toward the patient to determine the point at which he could focus. Now that’s a flair for the dramatic. Sandy Sheppard: 700 South Ave, 549-485, sandysheppard.com Finalists, Best Optometrist 2. Jeffery Lebsock, Costco 3220 N Reserve, 542-0191
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Best Physical Therapist Samantha Schmidt, Alpine This University of Montana grad must have been an easy pick for Missoula’s many movers: Samantha Schmidt handles everyone “from the ultra-gardener to the high-performance professional rock climbers,” she says. “I think people deserve to live a life of painfree movement.” Schmidt uses pilates and yoga, along with traditional techniques, to get people going again, and fast. “With that tool basket I’m able to tackle the toughest of the tough,” she says. Since 2006, she’s been impressing and de-stressing those in need of her services at Alpine, which just opened a third location downtown where Schmidt now works. “Alpine is very unique,” she says. “My colleagues, we all push each other to take it to the next level.” Samantha Schmidt, Alpine Physical Therapy: 5000 Blue Mountain Rd, 251-2323, alpineptmissoula.com Finalists, Best Physical Therapist 2. Brace Hayden, Alpine Physical Therapy: 5000 Blue Mountain Rd, 251-2323, alpineptmissoula.com 3. Jill Olsen, Peak Physical Therapy: 1940 Harve St, 542-0808, peakptmt.com Samantha Schmidt, third from left in the first row, and the Alpine team
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Best Massage Therapist Fenesa Dilworth, Mandala Massage Journalists go to great lengths in order to uncover the truth. They comb through reams of public records in the bowels of the courthouse. They beat the pavement talking to dozens of sources. They work the phones for hours to get side-stepping officials to talk on the record. In the case of Best of Missoula, they take the time to schedule a 60-minute massage with three-time Best Massage Therapist winner Fenesa Dilworth to learn first-hand what makes her so popular. ( We know, it’s a tough job, but we do it for you.) Since heading out on her own earlier this year and opening her own business, Dilworth has continued to grow her clientele with offerings in Swedish, deep tissue, sports and relaxation massage. She takes the time to learn about your specific needs and problem areas, works those areas (and others) with the perfect amount of pressure—never painful but effectively releasing tension—and, afterwards, talks in detail about how you can personally take better care of your body. We don’t have enough room here to list all of the benefits of spending time with Dilworth—the hot towels,
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the essential oils, the warm and inviting setting of her downtown office—but it’s certainly clear why she’s voted, once again, as our readers’ favorite. Fenesa Dilworth: Mandala Massage, 126 East Broadway, Suite 23, 529-8726, mandalamassage.net Finalists, Best Massage Therapist 2. Sophi Lewis, Dillard’s Salon: Southgate Mall, 721-3100, dillards.com 3. Kathleen Priske, Sorella’s Day Spa: 207 E. Main St, 721-3639, sorellasdayspa.com
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Best Personal Trainer Tom Mackenroth, Peak Health & Wellness Tom Mackenroth is at the top of this list yet again, which means it’s no secret that Missoula’s best personal trainer takes things to a personal level. The former Spokanite has been at The Peak six years now and specializes in sport-specific training as well as strength and agility. As the assistant fitness director at
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[best of missoula] Missoula’s biggest workout facility, he sees a good number of people and they obviously leave satisfied. Tom Mackenroth, Peak Health & Wellness: 3000 Blue Mountain Rd, 251-3344, peakmissoula.com Finalists, Best Personal Trainer 2. Taylor Selig, Gold’s Gym: 2425 Central Ave #100, 549-9181, goldsgym.com 3. Laura Bender: 113 W. Main St, 728-4395, bodiesbybender.com
Finalists, Best Bar Food 2. James Bar: 127 W. Alder St, 721-8158, facebook.com/james.bar 3. Iron Horse Brew Pub: 501 N Higgins Ave, 728-8866, ironhorsebrewpub.com
Best Yoga Instructor Jennifer Hoover, Hot House
Best Bar for a Stiff Pour Al’s and Vic’s
Studies have shown that practicing the Indian discipline of Yoga can alleviate maladies from asthma to schizophrenia. The musculoskeletal benefits are well-documented, and the synchronization of spirit, mind and body can help us reach our potential as enlightened human beings. Plus, it’s hard not to look hot in those shorts. Literally. Hot Yoga is a fastgrowing segment of the venerable meditation discipline, and hordes of Missoula students are joining in to get their moksha on. Their favorite instructor this year is Jennifer Hoover, owner/instructor at Hot House Yoga. Hoover draws on the Hatha, Aruveda and Iyengar styles to teach her healing Corepower Hot Yoga to adults and children. When the student is ready, the teacher shall appear at 127 N. Higgins. Jennifer Hoover, Hot House: 127 N. Higgins;, 5294091, hothouseyogaonline.com Finalists, Best Yoga Instructor 2. Brian Baty, Inner Harmony: 214 E. Main St, 581-4093, yogainmissoula.com 3. Celeste Ambrose, The Women’s Club: 2105 Bow St, 728-4410, thewomensclub.com
NIGHTLIFE NIGHTLIFE Best Bar, Best Bar Food Charlie B’s Charlie B’s has been a lunchtime staple for blue- and white-collar Missoula folk alike for years. Time seems to stop just inside that understated door, long enough to enjoy a slow pint and one of those famed Dino Cafe catfish po’ boys. By the time the sun sets, all those attorneys and journalists (yeah, that’s us) seated at the bar have morphed into pool sharks and longtime Charlie’s regulars. There’s not much difference between their faces and those immortalized in black-and-white photos along every patch of wall. Charlie’s would likely be one of Missoula’s best-kept secrets—if we weren’t all so eager to share a great thing. Charlie B’s: 428 N. Higgins, 549-3589 Finalists, Best Bar 2. James Bar: 127 W. Alder St, 721-8158, facebook.com/james.bar
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3. Top Hat Lounge: 134 W. Front St, 728-9865, tophatlounge.com
This is a whiskey bar and never is that more apparent than on Mondays and Tuesdays, when double wells go for just $3.25. But the beauty of this venerable establishment is that, no matter what you need to quench your thirst, your stiff pour comes with a relaxed vibe and authentic feel. We can raise a toast to that. Al’s and Vic’s: 119 W. Alder St, 728-4804 Finalists, Best Bar for a Stiff Pour 2. Charlie B’s: 428 N. Higgins, 549-3589 3. James Bar: 127 W. Alder St, 721-8158, facebook.com/james.bar
Best Beer Selection Rhino The Rhino offers wine and an excellent liquor selection, but it’s clear when bellying up to the expansive wooden bar that it’s really a paradise for beer nerds. The 50 individual taps, set on the wall in full view of the drinker, stretch nearly the distance of the room, and offer everything from classics like Blackfoot Brewing’s Single Malt IPA to the latest sour ale concoction from New Belgium. We’re particularly fond of Taster Tuesday, when 7-ounce taster glasses are $1.75, which lets us sample plenty of varieties while still being able to walk out of the bar unassisted. Rhino: 158 Ryman St, 721-6061 Finalists, Best Beer Selection 2. Tamarack Brewing Company: 231 W. Front St, 830-3113, tamarackbrewing.com 3. Old Post: 103 W Spruce St, 721-7399, oldpostpub.com
Best Bloody Mary The Last Run Inn (Snowbowl) Western Montana gives us plenty of reasons to ski. Most have to do with powder days, of course, or our proximity to some super fun, technical terrain. At Snowbowl, however, the Last Run Inn offers the kind of motivation that even the most apprehensive downhiller can’t resist: the liquid kind. The name of this revered local Blood Mary mix—“Sheer Hell”— might seem intimidating for those who haven’t been slogging up Point Six for out-of-bounds lines. But
[best of missoula] picking kids up off the bunny hill all day is heroes’ work too, and warrants just as much right to a salty, tangy glass of the good stuff. The Last Run Inn: 1700 Snow Bowl Rd, 549-9777 Finalists, Best Bloody Mary 2. Tamarack Brewing Company: 231 W. Front St, 830-3113, tamarackbrewing.com 3. The Rhino: 158 Ryman St, 721-6061
Best Margarita, Best Happy Hour, Best Bartender, Jakers Bar & Grill, Joscelyn Gleed Joscelyn Gleed has worked at Jakers for three years and covered almost every corner of the restaurant. She started in the kitchen, then began working tables as a server and now tends bar in Missoula’s most popular Happy Hour spot. What makes Jakers so popular? Well, the easy answer is two-for-one specials every day from 4 to 6 p.m. and 9 to 11 p.m. (and extended to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays). Dig a little deeper and it could be the margarita menu, which includes the decadent Cadillac, featuring Don Julio Resposado, triple sec and sweet-n-sour on the rocks with a side shot of Grand Marnier. Or perhaps it’s the house infusions, like the recent cucumber cooler, which Gleed makes herself. Gleed says the most popular drinks are Jakers’ margaritas and mojitos, but she hesitates to name her specialty. She doesn’t hesitate, however, to name her personal drink of
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[best of missoula] choice. “Crown and 7, double tall, two limes,” she says. Now you know how to tip the best bartender in town. Jakers Bar & Grill: 3515 Brooks St, 721-1312, jakers.com/missoula Finalists, Best Margarita 2. Iron Horse Brew Pub 501 N Higgins Ave, 728-8866, ironhorsebrewpub.com 3. TIE El Cazador: 101 S. Higgins, 728-3657, elcazadormissoula.com James Bar: 127 W. Alder St, 721-8158, facebook.com/james.bar Finalists, Best Happy Hour 2. Finn & Porter: 100 Madison St, 542-4660, finnandporter.com 3. Tamarack Brewing Company 231 W. Front St, 830-3113, tamarackbrewing.com Finalists, Best Bartender 2. Tony DeSantis, Mustard Seed 3. TIE Claud Alick, Golden Rose Donnie Morey, Flipper’s
Best Martini Finn & Porter
Best Casino Flipper’s
There was a big kerfuffle a few months back in the Indy letters section about the term Montuckey and whether it’s insulting, funny, stupid or truthful. The combo of Montana and Kentucky evokes redneckness, though most people using the term are from all walks of life and use it fondly. The Montuckey-tini at Finn & Porter is a good example of adoration for the term. It’s made with Woodford Reserve Bourbon and Grand Marnier with a healthy squeeze of orange juice. And it’s a martini, so it’s naturally a good thing. The riverside restaurant wins this category each year, in part because it adds to the menu on a regular basis. Strawberry Fields uses Missoula’s own Quicksilver vodka from the Montgomery Distillery and the Saucy Sailor includes spiced rum. Our recommendation for caffeine fiends: Go with the espresso martini because sometimes just plain coffee won’t do. Finn & Porter: 100 Madison St, 728-3100, finnandporter.com
Flips underwent a bit of a home makeover in the last year. The bar removed that awkward floating wall that used to stand next to the door, opening the space up and making those banks of keno machines seem more a part of the whole. While we mourn the loss of the old jukebox, Donnie’s still there with a handshake every time you enter. The specialty burgers still rock, the machines still pay out when you’re lucky, and if it’s really your night, every pitcher of Roscoe’s you buy will come with a winning ticket... for a free pitcher. Flipper’s: 125 South Third St. W, 721-4895
Finalists, Best Martini 2. James Bar: 127 W. Alder St, 721-8158, facebook.com/james.bar 3. Montgomery Distillery: 129 W Front St, 406) 926-1725, montgomerydistillery.com
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Finalists, Best Casino 2. Silver Slipper Lounge & Casino: 4063 Highway 93 S, 251-5402 3. Diamond Jim’s 1605 S Russell St., 541-6711
Best Karaoke Bar Lucky Strike Unless you are very confident, a libation or two is necessary for a fun karaoke experience. At Lucky Strike, fishbowl drinks come in plastic beach buckets—and you know those instantly lighten up any stodgy crowd. Lucky Strike’s karaoke stage includes a dance floor, and we’ve seen groups bust out dancing while their buddies belt out heartfelt renditions of Garth Brooks songs. Just remember you don’t
have to be on-key to have fun. Lucky Strike: 1515 Dearborn Ave, 549-4152 Finalists, Best Karaoke Bar 2. Bowl Dog Lounge ( Westside Lanes): 1615 Wyoming St., 721-5263, missoulabowling.com 3. VFW: 245 W. Main St, 728-7749
Best Microbrewery, Best Brew Kettlehouse There’s been plenty brewing over at the Kettlehouse in the past few months—pun intended. Owner Tim O’Leary opted to move the Myrtle Street brewing operation next door and split the company into three, thus ensuring the continuation of taproom culture beyond the state’s 10,000barrel production cap. And up at the Northside, Khole’s token Cold Smoke recently provided the base for a new “sour series,” small batches of Missoula’s favorite brew amped up with special ingredients like pepper and strawberries and aged in bourbon barrels. Just when you thought beer couldn’t get any tastier... Kettlehouse: 602 Myrtle Street, 313 N. 1st St. W, 728-1660, kettlehouse.com Finalists, Best Microbrewery 2. Draught Works: 915 Toole Ave, 541-1592, draughtworksbrewery.com
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Best Place to Dance Union Club
Finalists, Best Brew 2. Big Sky IPA 3. Big Sky Summer Honey
Booty dancing to EDM music has its place, but a little old-fashioned two-step or swing isn’t out of style, either, judging by the packed weekend nights at the Union Club. Missoula favorites like Tom Catmull and the Clerics and Russ Nasset and the Revelators often take the stage to get feet moving. It helps that the bartenders never break a sweat while serving a crowd that’s sometimes three-deep at the bar. Union Club: 208 E. Main St, 728-7980
STAFF PICK BEST USE OF A CUCUMBER Right around the time Best of Missoula was heading to press, local meteorologists warned of a potential heat wave that could be the worst since the early 1890s. We’re talking triple digits, possible power outages and increased fire danger. We’re talking the need to tube the rivers, take cold showers and, if you’re smart, visit Missoula’s latest libation station, Montgomery Distillery. The mixologists at this gorgeous Front Street tasting room can whip up an array of artisan cocktails, but none is quite as refreshing on a sweltering summer day as the Cucumber Cooler. Composed of Montgomery Distillery’s own Whyte Laydie Gin, muddled cucumber and tarragon, simple syrup, lime and cucumber soda, and garnished with a slice of cucumber, it’s an easy to drink, instant cool-down. It’s also our new favorite way to chill out.
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Finalists, Best Place to Dance 2. The Badlander: 135 W. Broadway, 549-023, facebook.com/thebadlander 3. Top Hat Lounge: 134 W. Front St, 728-9865 tophatlounge.com
Best Place to Hear Live Music Top Hat Lounge Before they won a Grammy, the Lumineers played at the Top Hat on a cold winter night. At one point the band jumped onto the dance floor and busted out a tune to the delight of the modest crowd. Another act, Fred Eaglesmith, played to a sitdown audience while March Fourth, the wild Portland marching band, created a circus-like chaos during its performance. The new, remodeled Top Hat, with its long tables for eating and drinking, still seems to capture the spirit of a live music venue ready for anything to happen. Top Hat Lounge: 134 W. Front St, 728-9865, tophatlounge.com
Finalists, Best Place to Hear Live Music 2. The Wilma Theatre: 131 S Higgins Ave, 728-2521, thewilma.com 3. Union Club: 208 E. Main St, 728-7980
Best Pool Table The Palace Lounge With new acoustics in place and a shiny new floor, there’s never been a better time to bring in your stick for some serious reassessment of how you play pool. With some of the only regulation-size pool tables in town, get ready to throw your bar rules out of the window—you’re going to want a ball in hand now and then. That said, the tables are flat, the competition is varied and you never have to wait long to get on a table (if you can manage to beat that drunk dude that keeps bragging about “that time in Vegas”). Plus, Monday nights offer free pool, cheap PBR pitchers and local DJs spinning until you’ve spun yourself silly. The Palace Lounge: 147 W. Broadway, 542-5295
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Sports are all about forming an allegiance to a team and rooting for that team through thick and thin. When it comes to local sports bars, Indy readers are firmly waving the giant foam finger for The Press Box. At this point, the venerable East Broadway spot is a dynasty akin to the 1980s Edmonton Oilers, Red Auerbach’s Boston Celtics and the 1947-1962 New York Yankees. Unless, of course, you don’t care for those teams. Then The Press Box is more like the 1970s Pittsburgh Pirates, Phil Jackson’s Chicago Bulls and, well, you get the idea. The Press Box: 835 East Broadway, 721-1212, pressboxsportsbar.com Finalists, Best Sports Bar 2. Tamarack Brewing Company: 231 W. Front St, 830-3113, tamarackbrewing.com 3. Desperado Sports Tavern: 3101 S Russell St, 549-9651
Best Bar DJ Kris Moon Kris Moon grew up in Sidney listening to radio stations playing pop and buttrock. But the omnipresent Missoula DJ launched himself into the center of electronic music when he moved to Seattle. He spearheaded Seattle’s Laptop Battle, which is now an annual event, and he’s hosted electronic music clinics. These days Moon kicks out jams at the Badlander’s Absolutely night every Saturday to the glee of sweaty dancers and cocktail swillers. Everybody wants to be a DJ, but Moon’s the real deal, and humble enough not to say so. Kris Moon: krismoon.com Finalists, Best Bar DJ 2. Aaron Traylor: facebook.com/aarontraylor 3. Will Deschamps, Boy Burns Bridge: reverbnation.com/boyburnsbridge
Best Bar to Hook Up Stockman’s Failed Pick Up Line No. 328: “I’m glad I brought my library card because I am checking you out!” Nearly every little ranching and farming community in Montana has a Stockman’s Bar, but Missoula’s version is not the place where cattlemen meet up to trade grunts and pound boilermakers. Stocks is Ground Zero for the Spring Break crowd. With a slogan like “Liquor Up Front and Poker in the Rear,”
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Finalists, Best Bar to Hook Up 2. The Badlander: Ryman and Broadway, 549-023, facebook.com/thebadlander 3. Charlie B’s: 428 N. Higgins, 549-3589
Best Poker Game The Oxford Leave it this historic drinking establishment— reportedly first opened in 1883—to master the art of another sin (no, the old brothel is on the Northside). We’re talking poker, and while you better be up on your varieties (dealer’s choice on game style), you’ll never meet a friendlier or more forgiving bunch of gamblers. No high-stakes hustlers to be found here, just a handful of friends and strangers trying to master the art of the poker face, or pretending they already have. It’s a cheap buy-in, happens most nights and shouldn’t be hard to find a seat. The Oxford: 337 N Higgins Ave, 549-0117 Finalists, Best Poker Game 2. Stockman’s: 125 West Front St, 549-9668 3. Silver Slipper 4063 U.S. 93, 251-5402
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PEOPLE & MEDIA PEOPLE & MEDIA Best Athlete Jordan Johnson Oh, well, this is awkward. On one hand, Johnson is the star quarterback of the ever-popular University of Montana football team, making his comeback this fall after a year away from the team. On the other hand, that year away involved a highprofile and polarizing legal case in which Johnson was accused of sexual assault but acquitted. Perhaps there’s no such thing as bad publicity. Perhaps this is a vote cheering a young man who persevered through a brutally public court case. Perhaps it’s just about celebrating cat-quick scrambling ability, onfield leadership and the one player many in Griz Nation feel can return the team to national prominence. In any case, Johnson wins this year over last year’s winner, recently graduated UM point guard Will Cherry. Finalists, Best Athlete 2. Will Cherry 3. Jordan Tripp
Best Journalist Matthew Frank We were sad to see our award-winning comrade Matthew Frank depart the Indy this winter. For the past few months, Matt’s been heading up a pilot news project at UM’s School of Journalism, putting
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[best of missoula] years of solid investigative tact to good use delivering stories on environmental science to rural communities statewide. Science Source took Matt hundreds of miles east to Fort Peck, where he pieced together how a growing Bakken oil boom is impacting the reservation. But no journalist ever really leaves the newsroom. That’s probably why Matt still pops in now and then to keep abreast of the latest scoops and maintain a freelance byline. We may not see him bouncing on that posture ball anymore, but we’re as proud of him as the community clearly is. Finalists, Best Journalist 2. TIE Betsy Cohen Gwen Florio 3. Jamie Rogers
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Best Meteorologist Mark Heyka, KECI “If you don’t like the weather in Missoula, wait 15 minutes.” It’s a tired saying, but it must have a source. All urban legends, at least the ones we’ve decided to listen to, point to it somehow originating from Mark Heyka, KECI’s chief meteorologist and overall amicable dude. He’s part forecaster, part entertainer, and with that face how could you get mad if a sudden rainstorm dampened your evening and he didn’t quite catch it (though this rarely happens anyway). The Kansas native is a lively asset to our NBC affiliate and will outdo your iPhone weather app any day. Finalists, Best Meteorologist 2. Erin Yost, KPAX 3. Russ Thomas, KPAX
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[best of missoula] Best Politician John Engen Indy readers select John Engen as their favorite politician every year, yet we still find it easy to praise him. There’s a lot to talk about. For instance, his staff has to practically force him to take vacations. Left on his own, Engen will keep a break-neck schedule filled with putting out political fires, ensuring municipal priorities are implemented and presiding over what seems to be an endless stream of community events, including Pet Fest’s Wiener Dog Dash. It doesn’t matter where you hang in the Garden City, odds are you’ll find the affable mayor presiding over some event. Finalists, Best Politician 2. Jon Tester 3. Ellie Hill
Best Radio Personality, Best Radio Station Tracy Lopez, The Trail 103.3 Missoula salutes 103.3 FM for another year, indicating that those long hours of contemporary and classic rock are a much-appreciated soundtrack around these parts. The voice of The Trail herself, Hood River native Tracy Lopez, has been around long enough to know the beat of this town and what tunes will bring it out in stereo. From boosting local bands and shows to cranking out podcasts like the new adventure-based “Trail Less Traveled,” The Trail isn’t just part of the community. It’s also the musical score.
STAFF PICK BEST SAVIOR OF AN OTHERWISE HOPELESS MONTANA LEGISLATURE On April 9, Rep. Duane Ankney choked back tears while delivering a speech on the floor of the Montana House. The Republican from Colstrip hadn’t planned to address his colleagues, but as they deliberated the merits of continuing to keep a toothless law on the books that equated gay sex to bestiality, he simply thought to himself, “Enough is enough.” What followed was the type of powerful speech usually reserved for an Aaron Sorkin drama. Ankney’s voice shook as he announced to his colleagues that his daughter is a lesbian. “To say she is any less of a person, or she is a criminal for her lifestyle, really upsets me. And for anybody that would feel that way—upsets me,” Ankney said, pointing at the other lawmakers. “I don’t think God thinks any less of my daughter than he does of any one of you in here.” Nine days after Ankney testified, Montana Gov. Steve Bullock signed Senate Bill 107 into law in the Capitol Rotunda, finally striking the hateful language from record. Gay rights advocates distributed Tshirts featuring a photo of the unlikely ally with his walrus mustache and 10-gallon hat, marking a fitting honor for one of the few bright spots in another frustrating legislative session.
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[best of missoula] Finalists, Best Radio Personality 2. Aaron Traylor, Zoo 107.5 3. Craig & Al, KYSS 94.9 Finalists, Best Radio Station 2. KUFM 89.1: 243-4931, kusfm.org 3. KBGA 89.9: 243-6758, kgba.org
Best TV Newscast, Best TV Personality KPAX, Jill Valley The local CBS affiliate has long stood by a simple tagline: “Fair. Accurate. To the point.” As effective as that tagline has been, here’s another one that sums up the overall news team and especially longtime anchor Jill Valley: “Class.” For approximately 22 minutes every weekday evening, Valley leads the sort of professional and personal broadcast becoming of a much bigger market. Missoula is lucky to have her. Jill Valley, KPAX: kpax.com Finalists, Best TV Newscast 2. KECI: nbcmontana.com/keci 3. FOX: acbfoxmontana.com Finalists, Best TV Personality 2. Mark Heyka, KECI 3. Heidi Meili, KECI
Best UM Professor Garry Kerr There are only so many classes at the University of Montana where you end up eating worms. But in Garry Kerr’s Food and Culture class, sampling the dried, spicy Mexican snack worms is just de rigueur. Kerr has traveled extensively, and always manages to impart memorable nuggets of knowledge and a great sense of humor in his classes. He’s been at the head of this class, er, category for years. Finalists, Best UM Professor 2. Garon Smith 3. Mehrdad Kia
Best Blog Dig This Chick Being a parent is tough work. There’s no guidebook, no specific right or wrong way, no day off from being Mom or Dad. It’s not until you’re in the thick of an all-night vomiting session that’s destined to infect you just as soon as you’ve finally showered and put the kid(s) back down, or you’re slogging through one of those dreadful days when your patience is nonexistent and it’s still too early to pass the time with the television, that you realize how badly you need a friend—someone with a little perspective, the rare soul who fully understands the everyday rigors of raising little ones but has a preternatural tendency to accentuate the brightest moments of that process. Local blogger Nici Holt Cline provides that virtual elixir via Dig This Chick with daily rumination on fam-
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ily life in Missoula. It’s optimistic, conscientious, earnest and full of stunning photography. For many parents, it’s exactly what they need to help survive another day. digthischick.net Finalists, Best Blog 2. weirdmissoula.tumblr.com 3. bobwirehasapoint.com
Best Website Missoula Events Once again, the brainchild of Colin Hickey and Molly E.H. Bradford wins this category for a community events calendar that’s both simple and thorough. The color-coded events help you seek out arts, music, sports, education and other areas of interest with ease. The duo has expanded its model to Boise, Bozeman, Madison Valley and the Flathead. What next? The world? Outer space? If these mad scientists have their way, the universe will be color-coded in no time. Missoula Events: missoulaevents.net Finalists, Best Website 2. Missoula Independent: missoulanews.com 3. Make it Missoula: makeitmissoula.com
SPORTS & RECREATION SPORTS & RECREATION Best Bike Shop Missoula Bicycle Works It can be a little embarrassing if you’re not good at minor bike repairs. But the folks at Missoula Bicycle Works never snicker at helping us keep our trusty road ponies in good shape, with services like flat repair, tune-ups and complete overhauls. They’ve got credentials, too: Missoula Bike Works is the state’s only Shimanobrand service center, plus each mechanic is a graduate of the Colorado Springs-based SRAM Technical University. The service is just part of it. Missoula Bicycle Works also stocks an array of necessary gear, rentals and dreamy new bicycles, all of which helped it break away from the peloton and win in a town that surely knows its cycles. Missoula Bicycle Works: 708 S Higgins Ave, 7216525, missoulabicycleworks.com Finalists, Best Bike Shop 2. Big Sky Bikes: 809 E Front St, 830-3195, bigskybike.com 3. Bike Doctor: 1101 Toole Ave, 721-5357, bikedoctormissoula.com
Best Bowling Alley Westside Lanes There’s something special about that stretch of floor between you and 10 shiny pins. A ball moist with sweat. Strange patchwork shoes. Greasy pizza and light, bubbly beer. The toss. A strike! The eruption of cheers from your friends. Westside Lanes is like nostalgia that hasn’t gone to dust yet. It’s where people go to hang out together—not on Twitter or
[best of missoula] Facebook but face-to-face like in a beautifully awkward John Hughes movie. Authentic bowling alleys are hard to come by these days, but we’re lucky to have one right here. Westside Lanes: 1615 Wyoming St, 721-5263, missoulabowling.com Finalist, Best Bowling Alley 2. Five Valleys Bowl: 1515 Dearborn Ave, 549-4158 fivevalleysbowl.com
Best Fly-Fishing Shop Grizzly Hackle For all of the romanticism and iconic imagery associated with anglers in western Montana, it’s one damn difficult hobby. For every photo-worthy whopper we’ve ever caught there have been two or three other endeavors where we’ve returned talking about how nice it was just to be outside and on the river. Baloney. You want to hook something and the fine folks at Grizzly Hackle can help in a variety of ways. Gear? No problem. Flies? Yep, and they’ll tell you which ones work best where and why. Guides? You bet. It’s worth a visit to avoid any frustration next time you hit the water. Nobody actually believes any of that “It was just nice to get out there” stuff anyway. Grizzly Hackle: 215 W. Front St, 721-8996, grizzlyhackle.com Finalists, Best Fly-Fishing Shop 2. Kingfisher Fly Shop: 926 E. Broadway, 721-6141, kingfisherflyshop.com
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3. Missoulian Angler Fly Shop: 802 S. Higgins, 728-7766, missoulianangler.com
Best Golf Course University Golf Course This is a bittersweet victory for the nine-hole Griz course. While it’s some of the largest green space available in an established neighborhood, that may soon change if the new Missoula College campus makes its home there. But now is not the time for local politics. Look outside! It’s a beautiful day to play a round! Or play around in the adjacent parks (perfect for winter disc golf practice). The UM course is the best in town—not too challenging, not too light, and you’ll be retracing the footsteps of champions. And perhaps cursing their names out of the sand traps. The University Golf Course: 515 South Ave. E, 728-8629, umt.edu/golf Finalists, Best Golf Course 2. Larchmont: 3200 Fort Missoula Rd., 721-4416, latchmontgolfcourse.com 3. Canyon River Golf Club: 1268 Bandmann Trail Rd, 721-0222, canyonrivergolfclub.com
Best Health Club Peak Health & Wellness Center Lolo Creek Steak House has been serving ranchers, hikers, bikers, vacationers, hunters, snowmobilers, fly fisherman, floaters, artists, writers, students and their families for over 15 years. We're just down the road, so visit for a uniquely Montana dining experience. US Hwy 93 & Hwy 12, 1/2 mile to our entrance
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Let’s just say—you know, for the sake of this blurb—that you’ve recently decided to get back into shape after too many years of late-night nachos and excuse-laden laziness. And let’s just say—hypothetically, of course—that you know yourself well enough to understand that the only way to truly replace that six-pack of cold ones with six-pack abs is to sign up at a top-flight facility, decked out with top equipment and populated with elite personal trainers. If this sounds like you, you’re in luck. The Peak’s Blue Mountain complex boasts a pool, indoor basketball court, indoor track, full weight room and enough flat-screen TVs to put a sports bar to shame. In addition, the Peak’s new downtown location has even newer equipment, more workout classes and a giant airplane propeller-looking fan on the ceiling that
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really helps distract you when you’re sweating through that last 30 minutes on the elliptical and ready to pass out. Not that that’s ever happened to us. Nah. Not at all. We’re just saying. Peak Health & Wellness Center: 5000 Blue Mountain Rd, 2513344, peakmissoula.com Finalists, Best Health Club 2. The Women’s Club: 2105 Bow St, 728-4410, thewomensclub.com 3. YMCA: 3000 S. Russell St, 721-9622, ymcamissoula.org
Best Store for Paddle Sports Gear, Best Store for Mountaineering Gear The Trail Head Whether you’re a world-class ice and rock climber or a Gumby who wouldn’t know a jug from a nub, the folks at The Trail Head are ready to outfit you with gear and knowledge to prepare you for that dance with the headwall. What’s their secret to success? Simple: “We do the same activities as our customers,” says owner Todd Frank. The Trail Head’s cavernous store at 221 E. Front is a wonderland of top-flight gear for not only mountaineering and paddle sports, but it also sells shoes, canoes, camping equipment, sunglasses, books and maps, and tons of Patagonia and other brands of clothing. The store even has an espresso and smoothie bar if you just want to practice your crimp hold on a latte. The Trail Head: 221 E. Front St, 543-6966, trailheadmontana.net Finalists, Best Store for Paddle Sports Gear 2. Strongwater: 612 S. Higgins, 721-2437, strongwaterkayak.com 3. REI: 3275 N. Reserve, 541-1938, rei.com Finalists, Best Store for Mountaineering Gear 2. REI: 3275 N. Reserve, 541-1938, rei.com
[best of missoula] 3. Bob Ward & Sons: 3015 Paxson St, 728-3220, bobwards.com
Best Place to Get a Snowboard Edge of the World Snowboarding has been fully legit for quite a while now—probably from the moment they quit calling it “snurfing”—and Missoula’s shredders and carvers join local skateboarders at EOW to feed their need for speed. Missoula loves to support a store that supports its community, and EOW does that in spades with sponsorships and donations. “We like to be involved in the scene, to keep it fun,” says manager Chris Bacon, who is also the president of the Montana Skatepark Association. He adds that everyone who works at EOW snowboards. “I don’t get people who live here and don’t do winter activities,” says Bacon. Edge of the World: 618 S. Higgins, 721-7774, edgeoftheworld.com Finalists, Best Place to Get a Snowboard 2. Bob Ward & Sons: 3015 Paxson St, 728-3220, bobwards.com 3. Gull Ski and Snowboard: 2601 W. Broadway, 549-5613, gullski.com
Best Sporting Goods Store, Best Store for Guns Bob Ward & Sons Need some CO2 for your paintball setup? Easy. Looking for a new disc to try on your way to Blue Mountain? Check. Feel like getting lost thinking about all the different ways you can use the varying degrees of tents and sleeping bags they have? You’re welcome. To complete your adventure (with proper licensing and tags), you’re in good hands in the gun department. The staff is knowledgeable for the lifelong and novice hunter alike, and the stock is topquality. Need we say more? Bob Ward & Sons: 3015 Paxson St, 728-3220, bobwards.com Finalists, Best Sporting Goods Store 2. REI: 3275 N. Reserve, 541-1938, rei.com 3. The Trail Head: 221 E. Front St, 543-6966, trailheadmontana.net Finalists, Best Store for Guns 2. Axmen South: 5175 Highway 93 S, 251-3399, axmen.com 3. Sportsman’s Warehouse: 2323 N. Reserve, 523-9000, sportsmanswarehouse.com
Best Store for Skis Gull Ski & Snowboard Glenn Gaertner has been managing Gull Ski & Snowboard for 30 years, and he figures his shop has been at the top of the—ahem—mountain for so long for five reasons: “We have the selection, the pricing, the customer service, the product knowledge, and we all ski.” Having basically the same crew year after year allows Gull to offer a consistency that might not be found in other retailers. Downhillers have been counting on Gull since they started up in 1952. The family-owned business continues to be a rock-solid resource for skiers and snowboarders who don’t want the hard sell. “We sell you what you need,” says Gaertner, “not what we’re trying to get rid of.” Gull Ski & Snowboard: 2601 W. Broadway, 549-5613, gullski.com Finalists, Best Store for Skis 2. Bob Ward & Sons: 3015 Paxson St, 728-3220, bobwards.com 3. The Trail Head: 221 E. Front St., 543-6966, trailheadmontana.net
Best Fly-Fishing Guide Stacy Jennings Stacy Jennings has had a lock on this category since its inception and some of you may wonder how, exactly, she separates herself from such a crowded field
STAFF PICK BEST HAPPY ENDING Minor league baseball tends to be ripe for the bizarre and outrageous—and that’s usually just each team’s whacky promotions. But one Missoula Osprey game last season ended in such unbelievable fashion that we made note to mention it a year later in Best of Missoula. The setup: Missoula led Helena 2-0 with two outs in the bottom of the 10th as Osprey pitcher Dexter Fowler faced Raul Mondesi Jr. with a runner on base. Mondesi managed to jack a home run over the left field wall, seemingly tying the game and causing Fowler to curse on the mound. But as Fowler and Osprey catcher Michael Perez tried to regroup, they noticed that Mondesi missed home plate at the end of his home run trot. After considerable confusion, the Osprey appealed the play and the umpire called Mondesi out. Osprey win, 2-1. We wouldn’t believe it if we hadn’t seen it. As luck would have it, the whole thing was captured on video (link: http://tinyurl.com/78bbw9g). We like to think that it’s fortuitous games like this one that lead to special seasons. And sure enough, the local boys of summer went on to win last year’s Pioneer League championship.
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[best of missoula] in our little cast-crazy town. Here’s a hint: Jennings has offered a women’s fly-fishing clinic for 13 years and it sounds nicer than how you probably celebrated Mother’s Day. There’s coffee in the morning on-site, followed by beverages throughout the day and, in the afternoon, a catered lunch by fellow Best of Missoula winner Two Sisters. All that—plus, you know, expert instruction on how to hook a big one—for just $75. Stacy Jennings: 370-4027, kingfisherflyshop.com
of an accomplishment: This marks the 40-person choir’s seventh Best of Missoula award in 10 years.
Finalists, Best Fly-Fishing Guide 2. Joe Sowerby: 370-2868, smithriverflyfishing.com 3. John Herzer, Blackfoot River Outfitters: 3055 N. Reserve, 542-7411, blackfootriver.com
People joke about how much locals love their festivals. There are pet festivals and baby festivals, music festivals and food festivals. The River City Roots Festival is one of the few that actually takes over a good chunk of the downtown with a flurry of live music, art, sports, kids’ activities, food and general merriment. It’s the main stage, however, that draws the biggest crowds, with the likes of the Gourds, local favorites and last year’s funk-filled Robert Randolph and the Family Band.
UNIQUELY MISSOULA UNIQUELY MISSOULA Best Church Choir Holy Spirit The spiritual power of music cannot be overstated. The thrill and emotional ecstasy of voices joined together in song is one of those human experiences that transcend boundaries and ideologies. On Sunday mornings this joyful noise rings from the rafters at the Holy Spirit Parish Episcopal Church, when Holy Spirit Choir director Nancy Cooper leads her tuneful flock. Cooper is an accomplished organist who has performed at the highest levels at events in the United States, Canada and Europe. Even more
Finalists, Best Church Choir 2. United Methodist 3. Christ the King
Best Festival River City Roots Fest
Finalists, Best Festival 2. BrewFest 3. International Wildlife Film Festival
Best Leader of the Revolution Ellie Hill Missoula Democratic Rep. Ellie Hill isn’t one to let an injustice go. For example, during Montana’s 2013 legislative session, she ceaselessly pushed her bill to legalize “corner crossing,” which consists of crossing a piece of privately owned land to access public spaces. The bill died, but she’s pledging to continue to fight to ensure Montanans can reach some 1.3 million acres of
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public lands that remain inaccessible as a result of the existing law. Despite a similar setback during the last legislative session when it came to passing Medicaid expansion, Hill has vowed to make the law a reality, telling the Independent that if Montana Gov. Steve Bullock does not call a special session in to make that happen soon, she will work with others to put the issue on the 2014 ballot. In characteristically fiery style, Hill says that though she’s now pregnant with her first child, she has no intention of curbing her revolutionary activities. In fact, she intends to bring the little one with her to Helena during the 2015 session. “I’m bringing it with me to the House floor,” Hill says. Ellie Hill: elliehillforhd94.com
Finalists, Best Nonprofit Organization 2. AniMeals: 1700 Rankin, 721-4710, animeals.com 3. TIE Humane Society: 5930 U.S. 93, 549-3934, myhswm.org Watson Children’s Shelter: 4978 Buckhouse Ln, 549-0058, watsonchildrensshelter.org
Finalists, Best Leader of the Revolution 2. Yetta Stein 3. Traff the Wiz: traffthewiz.com
Best Place for Kids’ Fun A Carousel for Missoula & Dragon Hollow
Best Nonprofit Organization YWCA Another perennial winner, YWCA is and will always be an important resource for women in Missoula. Not just women, but families and children too. And not just in Missoula, but around the United States, where shelter, outreach and counseling are available to anyone in need regardless of income. You can support their mission through volunteering, shopping at Secret Seconds (which has a new giant location downtown just around the corner) or by getting some classes in and spreading the message of nonviolence. Y WCA: 1130 W. Broadway, 543-6691, ywcaofmissoula.org
How long have you lived in Missoula? A lifetime? A decade? A couple months? Doesn’t matter. No matter how many times you visit A Carousel for Missoula and Dragon Hollow, there’s something new to discover—a new nook to hide in among the maze of swings and slides, a new horse (or dragon or eagle chariot) to ride on. We’re saying this as adults, and we’re being honest. Just imagine how cool this place is for a wideeyed little one. There’s a reason parents and kids return time after time—and why it wins this category year after year. A Carousel for Missoula & Dragon Hollow: 101 Carousel Drive, 549-8382, carouselformissoula.com Finalists, Best Place for Kids’ Fun 2. Children’s Museum: 225 W Front S, 541-7529:childrensmuseummissoula.org
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Best Place for People-Watching Caras Park If you like watching people kayak, make out, smoke weed, spin fire, play music, eat hot dogs, walk hot dogs, ask for change or perform interpretive dance, then you’ll love Caras Park. But of course you already do! The star of Missoula’s greenbelt has room for thousands, as evidenced by summer’s weekly
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events. Not to mention brewfests, Hempfest, Localfest, (your-event-here)fest bringing every crosssection of this town out of the woodwork. A little secret: Watching people who are watching people is very satisfying. They tend to let their guard down. Get off Facebook and do some real voyeurism! Finalists, Best Place for People-Watching 2. Southgate Mall 3. Farmers Markets
Best Place to Take Out-of-Towners Farmers Markets Farmers markets carry a certain cachet these days. The local food movement has compelled even our most apolitical family members to seek out
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BEST CATEGORY WE FORGOT One thing that some people seem to overlook about Best of Missoula is that we have very little to do with it. Sure, we publish this big issue and design a fun cover and sell some ads and host a big celebration (July 11 at Caras Park, ahem), but it’s Indy readers who decide the winners of each category. If you don’t agree with one honoree, well, that’s on you. Just how democratic is this whole process? We even turn over the last line of our ballot to letting you suggest the Best Category We Forgot. In years past, this has provided the inspiration for new categories (like Best Bar Food and Best Wings in 2013) and plenty of laughs. This year’s submissions are no different. Everything submitted will be taken into consideration for 2014, but a few stood out. We could envision seeing things like Best Brunch, Best Burrito, Best Window Display and Best Local TV Commercial on a future ballot. Less likely would be Best Alley to Buy Drugs, but, you know, we do have a friend who’d like to know the answer. Best Make-out Spot has potential, as does Best Bar Bathroom—as long as it’s not the same answer. We’ll have to crunch the numbers on Best Accountant. And while we’re meticulously mulling over all of these options—and hundreds more—we’ll keep in mind another suggestion: Best Place to Pass Out.
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[best of missoula] fresh, organic produce at outdoor markets overflowing with colorful offerings. These days, the Missoula farmers markets have multiplied and extended their selections. When your relatives show up you can take them to peruse the produce while drinking coffee and eating pastries, breakfast sandwiches, brickoven pizza, homemade popsicles and tons of other sinful things. The bustle, vibrancy and community feel of the market is the best way to make a visitor envious or to entice a Missoula ex-pat home again. Finalists, Best Place to Take Out-of-Towners 2. The “M” Trail 3. Caras Park
Best Place to Walk Dogs Blue Mountain With 5,500 acres of mountain forest, Blue Mountain is one of the most diverse, complex trail systems in western Montana, and thousands of Missoula dog owners are hip to it. Dogs are allowed off-leash but must be under voice command. (“Buster, unhand that Schnoodle!”) Dog logs must be picked up and packed out. Your mutt can sniff and pee her way along 41 miles of trails that will take you to incredible vistas of the Bitterroots, the Sapphires and the Rattlesnake Mountains. If you have the stamina, trek the 11 miles to the top of Blue Mountain and you can see the twinkling lights of Lolo and Missoula on a clear summer night.
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Finalists, Best Place to Walk Dogs 2. Bark Park 3. Riverfront Trail
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n Dennis Morin’s self-portrait, he’s Photoshopped an image of himself onto a charging bear, which has the torso of a horse and machine guns for arms. If it doesn’t sound like the self-portrait of an artist concerned with “high art,” it’s because Morin isn’t. In his recent short animated video, “Work Related,” a blond ponytailed man, who looks suspiciously like a more muscular version of Morin, shotgun-blasts zombies threatening a busty woman. The video reveals that, of course, the zombie attack is just him daydreaming at work. It’s an apt look into the psyche of a man whose imagination is informed by graphic art. Morin, 31, has an upcoming show at the Zootown Arts Community Center full of the images he likes creating best, like the bearotaur. His work is populated with superheroes, videogame characters and dominatrix alligators spanking clowns. “One of my favorites is an orangutang body with a giraffe head,” he says, and laughs.
Morin moved with his family from San Jose to Missoula when he was 15, and grew up immersing himself in comic books. He remembers going to the old Red Iguana shop on Higgins Avenue during lunch breaks at Hellgate High School, where he paid close attention to which authors and illustrators created his favorite renditions of characters like Wolverine and Spiderman. Morin idolizes artists like J. Scott Campbell, Carlos Pacheco and Joe Mad, who pioneered a fusion of American and manga-style rendering. So after Morin graduated high school, he aspired to be an artist, but wasn’t sure what kind of direction to take with his career. “Looking back I would rather have gone to a commercial art school, but I went for fine arts instead,” he says. When he started school at the University of Montana in 2000, he found out that comics aren’t particularly respected in academia. “I was told comic books are ‘low art,’” he says.
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The first few years of college were rough. Morin struggled to figure out how to fit a “fine arts” mold while still doing what he loved most. But a college professor helped hook him up with one of the best gigs of his life, creating animation for a short-lived program on the Trio cable network called “The Yesterday Show.” The premise involved host John Kerwin meeting with people like Cheryl Ladd for a “where are they now?” profile. The show didn’t make it past a couple episodes, and Trio, which Entertainment Weekly called “the ‘it’ cable network of 2003,” shut down in 2007. But the experience helped Morin see that there was a place in the world for his work. “I consider it the most amazing thing I’ve ever done,” he says. These days, Morin mostly draws and publishes his art digitally. He uses an illustrator program on a tablet and posts on sealwebcomics.com. The site is named after a cartoon character he created in college, a hyperintelligent seal that works in special ops—a SEAL
seal, that is. He’s also created a detective spoof called “Dick Uppercut.” Morin has hopes that his webcomics might take off, but says it’s tough to find the time to update it while holding down a full-time job in the Missoulian packaging department. Morin says his intention with his work isn’t to ask heavy lifting of the viewer. That seems appropriate for pop art, a movement where its most iconic images, like Andy Warhol’s soup cans or Richard Hamilton’s collages, are often funny or seemingly simple. “Some postmodern art, you can stare at it for hours and never get it,” he says. “I’m like, ‘Here’s an image, have fun with it.’” Dennis Morin’s exhibit The Life of a Webcomic, opens at the ZACC, 235 N. First St., on Fri., July 12, with a reception from 5:30 to 8:30 PM. kwhittle@missoulanews.com
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Redemption road Steve Earle’s Low Highway marks a high point In recent years, I’ve had as much of an opinion about Steve Earle’s acting as his music. This has to do with his emerging small-screen profile, including a role on HBO’s “Treme,” as well as the solid but ho-hum nature of Earle’s latest albums. The Low Highway, released in April, breaks that trend with a memorable mix of music styles and biting lyrics. The songwriting stands out, as longtime fans would expect. In “Burnin’ It Down” he mulls the fate of his hometown while sitting in a Walmart parking lot. In “21st Century Blues,” his diatribe includes flashes of hope like, “Pray for guidance, beg forgiveness/Vote for change and hope they find this.” Social Steve Earle justice and a general sense of kicking corporate ass with a pair of well-worn boots make The Low Highway arrangement under lines like, “Saw empty houses on dead end streets/People linin’ up for somethin’ to eat./ easy to root for. Just as importantly, it’s a fun listen. Earle’s voice is And the ghost of America is watchin’ me/Through the as ragged as ever, and it’s framed by the excellent work broken windows of the factories”—to help mark Earle’s of his band, The Dukes (“and Duchesses”), playing every- best album in years. (Skylar Browning) thing from layered roots folk to loose Cajun party music. Steve Earle and the Dukes play the Wilma TheThe title track puts it all together—a heartbreaking atre Thu., July 18, at 8 PM. $34.
Johnny Unicorn, Sadness and Companionship Johnny Unicorn has recorded more songs that provide reasons to love him than not. The 2011 album Thinking Hard to Overcome Nervousness is an electro-pop fantasy on par with the good-weirdness of Har Mar Superstar. Or, to bring it closer to home, it’s like if Bad Naked put some clothes on and started playing the keyboard. The Seattle artist describes his new album, Sadness and Companionship, as the “world’s first progressive rock exercise album.” In light of that characterization, I realized I couldn’t just sit still and listen to it. So I went out, grabbed my headphones and started to exercise. Well, I listened to it while playing a round of disc golf, so close enough. Sadness and Companionship sounds like the better parts of the soundtrack to Dreamcast’s Sonic the Hedgehog. It’s beautifully chipper but, like any video
game music, tragically trapped in repetition reserved for background music. The first two tracks, each coming in at over 14 minutes, get you pumped, no doubt about it. I was happily throwing those discs until the guitars got weird, and then I began to throw them with even more vigor. The second half of the album turns out to be just short-form remixes of the first two songs, making Sadness and Companionship even more boxed into one sound. Still, despite the weird ’80s throwback and the easy video game segues, the album will propel you into action, whether it’s on the dance floor or on a stationary bike. (Brooks Johnson) Johnny Unicorn, along with Michigan’s The Plurals, Needlecraft and The Hounds, plays the VFW Sun., July 14, at 9 PM. $5.
Larry and His Flask, By the Lamplight The newest release from Larry and His Flask offers a different musical flavor on each track. You get a touch of Irish punk on “The Battle for Clear Sight,” banjobased flamenco on “Log, Hearth and Ash” and some rollicking acoustic rockabilly on “Home of the Slave.” Not sticking to one genre frees the Oregon band from any labels to live up to, and yet By the Lamplight is the five-piece’s most coherent effort to date. The group’s previous albums falter under the weight of too many style changes. This one navigates mood and speed like a good mixtape, each track following the other in a de-
liberate and logical order. Ian Cook’s voice is one of the most clean and tunedup I’ve heard accompanying strings in a long time. Unless he just woke up one morning and said, “Well I’ve mastered karaoke, time to make a living on this,” he’s definitely had some professional training. That goes for the rest of the band as well. It’s a star ensemble cast as a Western cabaret house band. (Brooks Johnson) Larry and His Flask and Birds Mile Home play the Palace on Sun., July 14, at 9 PM. $8, tickets available at Rockin Rudy’s and jadepresents.com.
William Tyler, Impossible Truth This is the generation of short attention spans. Typically, if it isn’t bright, loud, fast and short, we lose interest. For a musician, the act of walking into the recording studio and compiling eight tracks of slowmoving and brooding instrumental music seems like a death wish. Nashville singer-songwriter William Tyler’s Impossible Truth manages to not only be contemplative and deliberate, but drive forward so that listening from cover to cover is no struggle. From the get-go, “Country of Illusion,” feels like it could slip into the Beatles Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, without anyone batting an eye. The
acoustic strumming in “We Can’t Go Home Again” almost sounds like an homage to Jimmy Page, and Tyler even utilizes a slide guitar to add to the dusty midwestern country sound in the appropriately named “Geography of Nowhere.” There is a meditative quality about this album, a blissful serenity that seems to separate you from your surroundings. Imagine the feeling you get while sitting on the bottom of a pool and looking up at people through the surface of the water. This is a headphones album—what you would put on while walking through town with no particular destination in mind. (Eben Wragge-Keller)
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The first dramatic reading I recall seeing was at the Crystal Theatre in the mid-1990s where a group of actors read Dylan Thomas’ Under Milk Wood. It seemed a boring prospect at first—watching plainclothes actors sit on a bare stage reading their lines. What good is theater without the shiny props and elaborate costumes? But it ended up being far from dull. The story of a fictional Welsh fishing village and the dreams of its inhabitants came to life by its words and the cadence of the actors. That’s one way of saying that if you’ve never experienced staged readings at the Missoula Colony, it’s about time. The Colony is an annual summer gathering of playwrights, screenwriters and actors working on the craft of storytelling. The twoweek event of writing workshops and staged readings at the Montana Theatre in UM’s PARTV Center continues to attract Emmyand Tony-award winning writers to the Missoula valley to mix with regional and emerging talent. Over the years, scripts from the staged readings have ended up being developed and fully staged at small and large theaters across the nation, and on television. In anticipation of its 18th year, here’s the lowdown.
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Smith, co-director of the Montana-made film Winter in the Blood, and Blackfeet actress Lily Gladstone. The Montana premiere of the film on July 20 coincides perfectly with the colony’s focus on Native American writers. The film has been lauded for employing a large number of Native American cast and crew, something Hollywood needs to catch up with. The “Twilight” series has given a boost to several Native actors by casting them as werewolves. That’s cool, but this panel’s looking for ways to empower Native talent even more. The Native Voices panel is Sun., July 14, from 10 AM to 1 PM. $10. Vickie Ramirez’ Stand-Off at Hwy #37 will be read at 8 PM. $10.
Education with mice Local playwright Jay Kettering has written a couple scripts for Montana Rep’s education and outreach tour, in which the company travels around the state staging plays for younger audiences. He did one play on Jack London and another involving the character Jane Eyre, and this year he focuses on John Steinbeck with a play called Of Mice and Men and Rock and Roll. Will it be about migrant ranch workers playing guitar solos? Who’s to say? Kettering’s work is always imaginative so this staged reading will not fail to amuse. Jay Kettering’s Of Mice and Men and Rock and Roll will be read Sat., July 20, at 2 PM. $10.
You can’t watch “Friday Night Lights” without falling in love with Coach Eric Taylor and Tami Taylor, the greatest contemporary couple on television. The NBC series that ended in 2011 relied on a script with a natural, Ron Fitzgerald returns to the Misslice-of-life feel, where the drama soula Colony with a new sitcom. Many happy returns and heartbreak happens in unRobert Caisley’s most recent derplayed moments, against the backdrop of small-town work, Happy, received praise for its dark, clever look how Texas football. That’s the magic of good writing, and happiness is defined by two extremely different couples writer/producer Ron Fitzgerald had a hand in “FNL” durat a dinner party. His script, Denver: Or, Love & Other Acing the 2009–2011 seasons. He was also a writer for cidents, receives its first reading at the Colony this year. “Weeds,” about a pot-selling suburban mom, and a couLarke Schuldberg, a Missoula native, has had her plays ple shows like “Prime Suspect” that seem a little less nuaccepted at festivals around the country including at New anced. These days, Fitzgerald is working on a pilot for York’s Fringe Festival. Both Sound of Planes and Jane HBO and a television sitcom, which will be staged at the Doe, or That There Dead Girl were produced in Missoula Colony this year. Besides the reading, Fitzgerald joins a few years ago. In fact, in its infancy, Jane Doe was read forces with Cusi Cram (a playwright and writer for at the Missoula Colony, where it created a stir for its HBO’s “The Big C,” starring Laura Linney) to teach a strong language. Schuldberg returns with a new script workshop on short and long-form television writing. called Free Country. Clear eyes, full hearts... Also returning to the Colony is Melissa Ross of New Ron Fizgerald’s new sitcom will be read Sat., York’s Labyrinth Theatre Company with a play called July 13, at 8 PM. $10. The Allies. Each of these writers’ plays will be read by University of Montana acting students, Montana Rep’s Beyond werewolves Randy Reinholz and Jean Bruce Scott, founders of Salina Chatlain and Rick Martino, and David Ackroyd, the Los Angeles-based Native American equity theater co-founder of Whitefish’s Alpine Theatre Project. Robert Caisley’s Denver: Or, Love & Other Accompany Native Voices, will be in attendence for a panel on contemporary Native American writing. The panel cidents will be read July 15, at 8 PM. Melissa Ross’ also includes writer Vickie Ramirez of the Six Nations of The Allies will be read Tue., July 16, at 8 PM. Larke the Grand River, who will stage her newest play Stand- Schuldberg’s Free Country will be read Thu., July Off at Hwy #37, in which a land dispute between pro- 18 at 8 PM. $10 each reading. testors and law enforcement causes a U.S. soldier to efredrickson@missoulanews.com defend his culture. Also making an appearance is Alex
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Digging for truth Manning’s memoir investigates more than family by Erika Fredrickson
Truth and trust, and the lack thereof, are the cen- This leads to one of the funnier, but telling parts of tral themes to Richard Manning’s defiant new memoir, the book. Faith without facts no longer means anyIt Runs in the Family. The Missoula author starts with thing, and he writes, “the same thing had happened a story rooted in a complicated childhood, mainly the only a few years before as I did the math on Santa result of Christian fundamentalist parents. At one point Claus—total number of chimney-bearing households he writes, “I did not love my mother. I no longer find in North America and Europe and average distance this sentence sad or troubling, simply true...” In an- between, factored against reindeer velocity, average other instance, he relays an anecdote told to him by time per visit, that sort of thing.” From here, Manning weaves through stories of forhis father and adds, “My dad told me this story so I est fire policy, Bob Dylan, the newspaper industry and don’t know if it is true.” Manning’s history of questioning and challenging studies on the close ties between family abuse and adhis parents leads him—and the book—to his career as diction. With Dylan, he talks about the importance of a muckraking journalist. The natural progression from authentic storytelling. “Somehow it occurred to me digging for answers from Mom and Dad to searching that you can make a valid story by listening to what ordinary people say,” he writes. for reportable facts provides “This had much to do with the perfect framework for choosing to spend my life carManning to touch on a numrying a skinny notebook and ber of larger issues while also writing down what ordinary recounting his life. people say.” Manning is an award-winOn the surface, this range ning environmental writer of subjects feels loose, but who grew up in Michigan but Manning fits the pieces tolanded in Montana over two gether with amazing grace. decades ago. He wrote for the He continues to come back to Missoulian starting in 1985, people who revise stories and and the daily published a sepeople who try to get to the ries of Manning’s articles, truth. For instance, Manning along with photos from points out that climate Michael Gallacher, that exchange deniers, big corporaposed the timber industry’s tions and religious zealots practice of over-logging. The have a tendency to believe exact details of what hapsomething and distort the pened afterward probably defacts to fit that belief. So it has pend on who you talk to, but been with forest fire policy, eventually the situation blew and so it is with a family that up. Logging companies were mad. Manning writes that Lee Richard Manning reads from It Runs in always kept its secrets. It Runs in the Family covEnterprises (still the owner of the Family at Shakespeare & Co. Tue., ers many political and societal the Missoulian) felt pressure July 16, at 7 PM. Free. issues, but it’s most powerful to remove him from the environmental beat. During an infamous clash with the when Manning gets personal. Manning’s father is a lost soul whose bitterness about taxes and unflinching faith paper’s editor, Manning quit. Manning eventually wrote a book, Last Stand, about in Jesus turns him into a wanderer. Manning presents the logging industry and his experience at the Missou- him as a symbol of what’s wrong with the nation (i.e. lian. He has since gone on to publish books on agricul- the Tea Party). Later, the story of his father becomes ture and the environment, and recently penned a more intimate. His father has gone missing in Panama, fantastic piece in the New Yorker titled “The Oil We Eat.” and Manning’s search for him ends with a complicated It Runs in the Family covers the over-logging decision—one that feels like it comes from a place of drama, but it takes a while to get there. Instead, it begins both kindness and comeuppance. Manning never excuses his parents, but he does with a defeated Manning discussing his failed attempt to sell high-end stereos, and feeling a sense of failure search for ways to understand them. His more immeabout his journalism career. He drinks too much. This diate family—wife, ex-wife and son—are mentioned morose start pivots almost immediately to an intense only in passing as a means of protecting them. “A saga lesson in the genealogy of the Manning family—who was ignores some intimate relationships,” he writes at one born to whom, and when, with a history that tracks as point. Some stories, he notes, are not his to tell. There’s a rawness to Manning’s memoir that makes far back as Welsh kings and herders. It’s as confusing as keeping track of the characters in a Gabriel Garcia it extremely poignant. His bitterness and fury often bleed through. So does his passion for wilderness and Márquez novel, and even less interesting. This tedium lessens as Manning moves to his his keen desire to connect with people who he cares early years growing up in Michigan. Here’s where he about. The book ties no loose ends, offers no rosy fidelivers the meat of the story, including his compli- nale. But it does make a case for never being afraid to cated relationship with his mother and father. His ask questions that have complicated answers. family is full of evangelical Christians and Manning at a young age quickly rebels and becomes an atheist. efredrickson@missoulanews.com
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The fundamental question posed by The East treads familiar territory: Is it okay to resort to violent and subversive means to shed light on a major injustice, or does that make you no better than those you disagree with? The answer is boringly complex, but, lucky for us, this film has a little more to offer than just that. The East is a political thriller, written and directed by Zal Batmanglij and starring Brit Marling, who also co-wrote the script. These are the same two people responsible for 2011’s Another Earth and Sound of My Voice. I haven’t seen the latter, but I was taken in by Another Earth’s earnest, domestic perspective on a global science fiction premise. I wrote a gushy, glowing review that I was later embarrassed by when several people told me how wrong I was, that the film was silly and stupid and only a fool would let it into her heart. The East might suffer from a similar pretension if it weren’t so sincere. Marling plays Sarah, an ex-FBI agent who, on behalf of faceless, corporate interests, has been recruited by Sharon (Patricia Clarkson) to go undercover and infiltrate the anarchist collective terrorist group known as “The East.” Sarah dyes her hair blonde for some reason and picks up with traveling kids. (If the movie had any real guts, they would have given her the signature half-mullet gutter punk haircut.) It’s when she meets up with train-hopping homeless youth that things get interesting. They’re dirty and desperate, and unlike Sarah, they look like they’ve been living this lifestyle for a while. When the railroad security discover the kids and take to beating one of them with a stick at the slightest provocation, Sarah is surprised and horrified, but I sure wasn’t. If you think that kind of abuse of power doesn’t happen against homeless youth when they have no recourse, no witnesses, no one whatsoever looking out for them—that’s wrong. It happens all the time.
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It’s not long before Sarah successfully meets up with the “terrorist cell” she’s looking for, led by Benji (Alexander Skarsgård). Other followers include Izzy (Ellen Page), daughter of a powerful pharmaceutical corporate monster, and Doc (Toby Kebbell), who once practiced medicine but has since been incapacitated by the crippling side effects of a profitable, still on-themarket medication. In this description of the characters lie their terroristic motives. The group organizes subversive, illegal acts called “jams.” At one such jam, they disperse high doses of the bad drug to the company’s top executives at a party—the ol’ “taste of their own medicine” trick—and it’s an effective prank. Sarah starts to come around to The East’s point of view, compounded by her growing attraction to Benji, and from there her moral ambiguity evolves at about the pace you’d expect. What makes this film worth anything are the sympathetic and unpredictable ways the anarchists are portrayed. They have a culty dinnertime ritual, featuring a new member initiation involving straight jackets and wooden spoons. It’s a weird scene, but the conversation Benji and Sarah have in the woods afterward is revealing. You expect Benji to say and act one way, and instead he gives you something else. Among the film’s many predictable and/or implausible moments, The East has an opinion about the freegan lifestyle: It’s for it, and good for them. The way we manufacture and distribute food and medicine in this country is at its very core broken and corrupt. The idea that there are rich men and women responsible, and that a few revolutionary-minded kids could come along and rub their noses in the messes they’ve made is a fantasy, sure, but it’s a delicious one. The East continues at the Wilma Theatre.
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OPENING THIS WEEK GROWN UPS 2 Adam Sandler and co. get into and out of various preposterous shenanigans in their hometown. Drunk ski-cops, bullies, tropes about men and women are all on tap for your amusement. Also starring David Spade, Chris Rock and Kevin James. PG-13. Carmike 12, Village 6, Pharaohplex. LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED After finding out her husband boned a younger gal, Ida splits to go hang out with her daughter, who’s having trouble with the guy she’s about to marry. Wistful glances, seaside Italian villas and second chances are involved. Starring Trine Dyrholm, Sebastian Jessen and Molly Blixt Egelind. Pierce Bosnan shows up, too. Rated R. Wilma. PACIFIC RIM Guillermo del Toro directs this flick that is as thoughtful and character-driven as an action film involving giant robotic suits and alien lizards can be, no doubt. Starring Charlie Hunnam (aka the dude from “Sons of Anarchy”), plus Idris Elba and Rinko Kikuchi. Rated PG-13. Carmike 12, Village 6, Pharaohplex.
NOW PLAYING DESPICABLE ME 2 The somewhat inept but well-meaning Gru is put to work for the Anti-Villain league to fight a new super criminal in this family friendly animated comedy. Starring the voices of Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig and Miranda Cosgrove. Rated PG. Pharaohplex, Showboat, Carmike 12. THE EAST Sexy anarchists and corporate spies collide in this thriller, perhaps changing each others’ viewpoints (and, we can only hope, taking off some underwear) in the process. Starring Brit Marling, Alexander Skarsgård and Ellen Page. PG-13. Wilma. (See Film.) THE HEAT An uptight FBI agent teams up with a rambunctious Boston police officer in this buddy-cop comedy. The twist: They’re ladeez! Yes, even women can cuss, wear pants, hold guns and star in formulaic comedies. Starring Sandra Bullock, Melissa McCarthy and Demián Bichir. Rated R. Village 6, Carmike 12, Showboat. THE LONE RANGER This blockbuster promises to combine all the complexity of old-timey TV westerns with all the subtlety of modern-day special FX. Starring Johnny Depp, Armie Hammer and William Fichtner. (Fun
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fact: Armie’s dad is the CEO of Armand Hammer Corporation.) Rated PG-13. Carmike 12, Village 6, Pharaohplex, Entertainer. MAN OF STEEL I’m not saying all mild-mannered journalists are secretly powerful alien beings (winky wink) but watch the most famous one in this latest blockbuster edition of Superman. Starring Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon. PG-13. Carmike, Village 6.
to visit an alternate universe. Keep your eyes peeled for Derpy Hooves! Starring the voices of Tara Strong, Ashleigh Ball and Andrea Libman. Not rated. Carmike 12. THIS IS THE END “Drug and penis humor” earned This Is The End its rating, which is probably all some of you need to know. James Franco, Jonah Hill and Seth Rogen star in this comedy about the end of the world. Rated R. Carmike 12, Pharaohplex.
MONSTERS UNIVERSITY This prequel to 2001’s heartwarming Monsters, Inc., visits Sulley and Mike during their college days. I bet they threw some beastly frat parties. Starring the voices of Billy Crystal, John Goodman and Steve Buscemi. Rated G. Carmike 12, Pharaohplex.
WHITE HOUSE DOWN It will take rippling abdominals and a lot of guts for Channing Tatum to protect his daughter, the president and all of ‘Merica after a paramilitary group invades the White House. Also starring Jamie Foxx and Maggie Gyllenhaal. PG-13. Village 6, Carmike 12, Pharaohplex.
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WORLD WAR Z Brad Pitt is out to save his family and the entire
world from the scourge of running zombies in this action-packed but relatively not-gross thriller. The real winners in this tale are the people who live in Montana, which, if you look closely at the maps in the background, never sees a single zombie. Also starring Mireille Enos and Danielle Kertesz. Rated PG-13. Carmike, Village 6, Pharaohplex.
Capsule reviews by Kate Whittle. Planning your outing to the cinema? Visit missoulanews.com’s arts section to find up-to-date movie times for theaters in the area. You can also contact theaters to spare yourself any grief and/or parking lot profanities. Theater phone numbers: Carmike 12 and Village 6 at 541-7469; Wilma at 7282521; Pharaohplex in Hamilton at 961-FILM; Showboat in Polson and Entertainer in Ronan at 883-5603.
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Garlic loves carrots, carrots love them back, and I love them together, in the garden and on the table. They’re both root vegetables, which we tend to think more about in winter than summer, but are in season right now. Here are three simple recipes that document this friendship—in salad, soup and the wonderful, intoxicating orange paste known as carrot mayonnaise. Carrots and garlic are cultivated and enjoyed the world over, and there are countless dishes containing both. I’ll never forget a simple salad of shredded carrots with garlic that was served alongside fried trout in a cozy cabin in Siberia one February. Sweet, spicy and earthy, it was a welcome taste of fresh vegetables in the dead of winter. It was served plain, but I like it with a dressing of soy sauce, sesame oil, olive oil and cider vinegar. Both garlic and carrots have long storage lives, making it possible to eat them from your own garden all year long. Freshly harvested garlic has more zing than cured garlic, but summer carrots are less sweet than when they are harvested in fall, after a few frosts. This makes the aforementioned salad less advisable in summer, especially given the many leafy salad options that are available. But in winter, when the carrots are sweet and the fresh (local) greens are long gone, shredded carrot and garlic salad is more likely to hit the spot. In Brazil, a land of endless summer, my life was changed with a single dollop of carrot mayonnaise. It was followed by another dollop. And another. As carrot mayo contains no eggs, it’s not true mayonnaise, which means that sworn mayo-phobes might enjoy it. But since it can be deliciously applied to most any savory dish, I believe it deserves honorary mayo status. In any case, carrot mayonnaise is what they called it in Brazil, a place where the people really understand mayonnaise. Nothing more than garlic, carrots, oil and seasonings, carrot mayo is very simple, yet very satisfying. It can serve as a spread, dip, condiment, side dish or main course. And while the flavor will change between summer and winter, it’s always delicious. To make carrot mayo, begin by slicing carrots into quarter-inch rounds until you have four cup’s worth. Bake them at 350 degrees, stirring occasionally, until they’re tender and lightly browned—about 30-45 minutes. They can also be steamed instead of baked, for a milder, less complex flavor. Allow the carrots to cool. Meanwhile, add a quarter cup of olive oil to a blender, along with one or
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more cloves of garlic, depending on your taste. If you wish, include some herbs like oregano or marjoram. Blend until the garlic is fully pureed. As soon as the carrot chunks are cool enough to work with, add them to the blender and blend until smooth, adding another half-cup or so of olive oil so that it blends smoothly. If the carrot chunks are still a bit hot when you add them to the blender, they will mellow the raw garlic. When the mayo is blended, season with salt, and blend again. Your carrot mayo is now ready. Carrot mayo can also be used as an ingredient in more complex meals, such as this Indian-style recipe for garlic, ginger and carrot soup. Make carrot mayo as above, but with no oregano or marjoram. Meanwhile, slowly caramelize one sliced onion in oil, along with two chopped garlic cloves and a cubic inch of ginger, chopped. When the onions are browned and sweet, stir in a half-teaspoon of turmeric or curry powder, and kill the heat. Add the contents of the pan to the blender, along with a cup of water and your carrot mayo, and blend until smooth. Milk or cream can also be substituted for some of the water. Depending on the season or your personal preference, this soup can be served hot or cold. For hot soup, pour it back into a pan and reheat, adding more liquid if necessary. If serving it cold, another cup of water will be necessary, because it will thicken as it cools into a variation of carrot mayo. Of course, ending up with ginger-onion-carrot mayo doesn’t suck either. Carrots and garlic get along in the garden as well as the kitchen. Every spring I scatter carrot seeds between the rows of the garlic I planted the previous fall. The leafy carrot foliage spreads out among the spindly garlic plants, crowding out the weeds and shading the ground, which helps the soil retain moisture. The carrots stay on the small side until the garlic is harvested in early summer. After that, they take over and grow into honkers. To grow garlic and carrots together is a horticultural multitask in time and space, and I end up harvesting just as much of each as I would have growing each crop alone in that same space. It’s too late to plant a garlic and carrot patch this year, but it’s the perfect time to plan one for next year. Alas, autumn is just around the corner, and that’s when it’s time to plant the garlic. When the garlic comes up next spring it will be time to scatter the carrot seeds. And this time next year you could be making homegrown carrot mayo.
[dish] Alcan Bar and Grill 16780 Beckwith St. Frenchtown 626-9930 Tantalize your taste buds with Angus beef burgers, chicken strips, shrimp, and biscuits and gravy from Alcan Bar & Grill. With more than 20 years of experience and 10 years in the business, we have been offering fresh meals and beverages at the area’s most competitive prices. Our friendly professionals offer personalized service and make sure you leave our restaurant as one of our friends. We offer have a variety of specials for ladies night and sports events featuring drink specials and free food. Contact us today and enjoy our incredible menu selection. 9 am – 2 am Mon-Sun. $ Bagels On Broadway 223 West Broadway 728-8900 (across from courthouse) Featuring over 25 sandwich selections, 20 bagel varieties, & 20 cream cheese spreads. Also a wide selection of homemade soups, salads and desserts. Gourmet coffee and espresso drinks, fruit smoothies, and frappes. Ample seating; free wi-fi. Free downtown delivery (weekdays) with $10.00 min. order. Call ahead to have your order ready for you! Open 7 days a week. Voted one of top 20 bagel shops in country by internet survey. $-$$ Bernice’s Bakery 190 South 3rd West 728-1358 Bernice’s Bakery is a Missoula Landmark. 34 years of baking goodness. Open 6a8p Bernice’s offers an incredible selection of breakfast pastries, treats, cakes, breads and a fine, fresh lunch daily. If you’ve never been in you are missin’ out. And if you haven’t been in lately you really should make it a point to stop by. June & July are great months for slow walks along the Clark Fork while you sip Bernice’s iced coffee or Mountain Huckleberry iced tea and nibble on a coconut macaroon. Picnic? Bernice’s is your stop. We can load you up with all you need and off you go! Bernice’s: made from scratch for your pleasure. See you soon. xoxo bernice. $-$$
Ciao Mambo 541 S. Higgins Ave. 543-0377 ciaomambo.com The vibrant energy at Ciao Mambo is fantastically accompanied by steaming hot pizzas, delicious assortments of pastas and of course authentic Italian wine. We focus on making sure that whether it be date night, family night, or business dinners we accommodate whatever the need! And do not forget there are always leftovers! Open 5 to close every day, come make us your go to dinner destination! $-$$
Black Coffee Roasting Co. 1515 Wyoming St., Suite 200 541-3700 Black Coffee Roasting Company is located in the heart of Missoula. Our roastery is open Mon.–Fri., 7:30–4, Sat. 8-4. In addition to fresh roasted coffee beans we offer a full service espresso bar, drip coffee, pour-overs and more. The suspension of coffee beans in water is our specialty. $
Food For Thought 540 Daly Ave. • 721-6033 Missoula’s Original Coffehouse/Café located across from the U of M campus. Serving breakfast and lunch 7 days a week+dinner 5 nights a week. Also serving cold sandwiches, soups, salads, with baked goods and espresso bar. HUGE Portions and the Best BREAKFAST in town. M-TH 7am-8pm, Fri 7am4pm, Sat 8am-4pm, Sun 8am-8pm. $-$$
The Bridge Pizza Corner of S. 4th & S. Higgins 542-0002 A popular local eatery on Missoula’s Hip Strip. Featuring handcrafted artisan brick oven pizza, pasta, sandwiches, soups, & salads made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Missoula’s place for pizza by the slice. A unique selection of regional microbrews and gourmet sodas. Dine-in, drive-thru, & delivery. Open everyday 11 to 10:30 pm. $-$$
Good Food Store 1600 S. 3rd West • 541-FOOD he GFS Deli features made-to-order sandwiches, a rotating selection of six soups, an award-winning salad bar, an olive & antipasto bar and a self-serve hot bar offering a variety of housemade breakfast, lunch and dinner entrées. A seasonally changing selection of deli salads and rotisserie-roasted chickens are also available. Locally-roasted coffee/espresso drinks and an extensive smoothie menu complement bakery goodies from the GFS ovens and from Missoula’s favorite bakeries. Indoor and patio seating. Open every day, 7am – 10pm. $-$$
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El Cazador 101 S. Higgins Ave. • 728-3657 Missoula Independent readers’ choice for Best Mexican Restaurant. Come taste Alfredo's original recipes for authentic Mexican food where we cook with love. From seafood to carne asada, enjoy dinner or stop by for our daily lunch specials. We are a locally owned Mexican family restaurant, and we want to make your visit with us one to remember. Open daily for lunch and dinner. $-$$ The Empanada Joint 123 E. Main St. • 926-2038 Offering authentic empanadas BAKED FRESH DAILY! 9 different flavors, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. NOW SERVING BREAKFAST Empanadas! Plus Argentine side dishes and desserts. Super quick and super delicious! Get your healthy hearty lunch or dinner here! Wi-Fi, Soccer on the Big Screen, and a rich sound system featuring music from Argentina and the Caribbean. 10am-6pm Mon-Thurs/10am-7pm Fri+Sat. Downtown Missoula. $
Butterfly Herbs 232 N. Higgins 728-8780 Celebrating 41 years of great coffees and teas. Truly the “essence of Missoula.” Offering fresh coffees, teas (Evening in Missoula), bulk spices and botanicals, fine toiletries & gifts. Our cafe features homemade soups, fresh salads, and coffee ice cream specialties. In the heart of historic downtown, we are Missoula’s first and favorite Espresso Bar. Open 7 Days. $
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Doc’s Gourmet Sandwiches 214 N. Higgins Ave. • 542-7414 Doc’s is an extremely popular gathering spot for diners who appreciate the great ambiance, personal service and generous sandwiches made with the freshest ingredients. Whether you’re heading out for a power lunch, meeting friends or family or just grabbing a quick takeout, Doc’s is always an excellent choice. Delivery in the greater Missoula area. We also offer custom catering!...everything from gourmet appetizers to all of our menu items. $-$$
Biga Pizza 241 W. Main Street 728-2579 Biga Pizza offers a modern, downtown dining environment combined with traditional brick oven pizza, calzones, salads, sandwiches, specials and desserts. All dough is made using a “biga” (pronounced bee-ga) which is a time-honored Italian method of bread making. Biga Pizza uses local products, the freshest produce as well as artisan meats and cheeses. Featuring seasonal menus. Lunch and dinner, Mon-Sat. Beer & Wine available. $-$$
Brooks & Browns Inside Holiday Inn Downtown 200 S. Pattee St. 532-2056 This week at Brooks and Browns... THURSDAY is Trivia Night (7:30-10 pm). FRI 7/12 Kappa Oie 6-9 pm. SUNDAY: Sunday Funday (Happy Hour all day). Martini MONDAY ($4 select martinis). TUE 7/16 Tom Catmull 6-9 pm (Burger + any draught beer $8). Have you discovered Brooks and Browns? Inside the Holiday Inn, Downtown Missoula. $-$$
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Claim Jumper 3021 Brooks • 728-0074 Serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner 7 days a week. Come in between 7-8 am for our Early Bird Breakfast Special: Get 50% off any breakfast menu item! Or Join us for Lunch and Dinner. We feature CJ’s Famous Fried Chicken, Delicious Steaks, and your Favorite Pub Classics. Breakfast from 7am-11am on Weekdays and 7am2pm on Weekends. Lunch and Dinner 11am-9pm Sun-Wed and 11am-10pm Thurs-Sat. Ask your Server about our Players Club! Happy Hour in our lounge M-F 4-6 PM. $-$$
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GoodieVille Paxson Plaza by Southgate Mall • 728-0010 www.goodieville.com Missoula’s only Gluten-Free Bakery and Restaurant offers a full line of savories and sweets. We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner including Pancakes, Pizza, American and Indian fare. We also have extensive vegetarian and vegan options. Open Wed-Sat 7am-9pm and Sun 7am-2pm. $-$$ Grizzly Liquor 110 W Spruce St • 549-7723 www.grizzlyliquor.com Missoula’s Tailgate Headquarters! We carry all of the spirits & accessories to make your tailgate party a success! Largest selection of spirits in Montana, including locally made whiskey, vodka, gin, rum and wine. We’re located downtown with free customer parking. Grizzly Liquor was voted Missoula’s #1 Liquor Store! Open M-F 9-6:30, Sat 9-6. $-$$$
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[dish] Hob Nob on Higgins 531 S. Higgins 541-4622 hobnobonhiggins.com Come visit our friendly staff & experience Missoula’s best little breakfast & lunch spot. All our food is made from scratch, we feature homemade corn beef hash, sourdough pancakes, sandwiches, salads, espresso & desserts. MC/V $-$$ Iron Horse Brew Pub 501 N. Higgins 728-8866 www.ironhorsebrewpub.com We’re the perfect place for lunch, appetizers, or dinner. Enjoy nightly specials, our fantastic beverage selection and friendly, attentive service. Stop by & stay awhile! No matter what you are looking for, we’ll give you something to smile about. $$-$$$ Iza 529 S. Higgins 830-3237 www.izarestaurant.com Contemporary Asian cuisine featuring local, vegan, gluten free and organic options as well as wild caught seafood, Idaho trout and buffalo. Join us for lunch and dinner. Happy Hour 3-6 weekdays with specials on food and drink. Extensive sake, wine and tea menu. Closed Sundays. Open Mon-Fri: Lunch 11:30-3pm, Happy Hour 3-6pm, Dinner 5pm-close. Sat: Dinner 5pm-close. $-$$ Jakers 3515 Brooks St. 721-1312 www.jakers.com Every occasion is a celebration at Jakers. Enjoy our two for one Happy Hour throughout the week in a fun, casual atmosphere. Hungry? Try our hand cut steaks, small plate menu and our vegetarian & gluten free entrees. For reservations or take out call 721-1312. $$-$$$ Jimmy John’s 420 N. Higgins 542-1100 jimmyjohns.com Jimmy John’s - America’s Favorite Sandwich Delivery Guys! Unlike any other sub shop, Jimmy John’s is all about the freshest ingredients and fastest service. Freaky Fast, Freaky Good - that’s Jimmy John’s. Order online, call for delivery or visit us on Higgins. $-$$ Korean Bar-B-Que & Sushi 3075 N. Reserve 327-0731 We invite you to visit our contemporary Korean-Japanese restaurant and enjoy it’s warm atmosphere. Full Sushi Bar. Korean bar-b-que at your table. Beer and Wine. $$-$$$ Le Petit Outre 129 S. 4th West 543-3311 Twelve thousand pounds of oven mass…Bread of integrity, pastry of distinction, yes indeed, European hand-crafted baked goods, Pain de Campagne, Ciabatta, Cocodrillo, Pain au Chocolat, Palmiers, and Brioche. Several more baked options and the finest espresso available. Please find our goods at the finest grocers across Missoula. Saturday 8-3, Sunday 8-2, Monday-Friday 7-6. $
local beers on draft. Reservations recommended for the intimate dining areas. Visit our website Pearlcafe.us to check out our nightly specials, make reservations, or buy gift certificates. Open Mon-Sat at 5:00. $$-$$$ Romaines 3075 N. Reserve Suite N 406-214-2659 www.romainessalads.com We provide you with the convenience of delicious salads, sandwiches and soups. Our salads include over 30 wholesome ingredients. Our homemade soups change with the season as different ingredients become available. If hearty sandwiches are your favorite, then visit Romaines for one of our braised meat sandwiches. We also have a Montana Hummus sandwich made from Montana grown garbanzo beans. At last, local, fresh, and healthy! $-$$ Silvertip Casino 680 SW Higgins 728-5643 The Silvertip Casino is Missoula’s premiere casino offering 20 Video gaming machines, best live poker in Missoula, full beverage liquor, 11 flat screen tv’s and great food at great prices. Breakfast Specials starting at $2.99 (7-11am) For a complete menu, go to www.silvertipcasino.com. Open 24/7. $-$$ Sis’s Kitchen 531-5034 sisskitchen.com Wheat, Gluten & Allergen Free Foods. Frozen & Dry Mix Products. Sis’s Kitchen plays a part in Best of Missoula “Best Pizza” Winner’s for 2008-2012. Find our products at: The Good Food Store • Biga Pizza • Bridge Pizza • Pizza Cafe in Ronan (12”crust). $-$$ NOT JUST SUSHI We have quick and delicious lunch specials 6 days a week starting at $7, and are open for dinner 7 nights a week. Try our comfort food items like Pork Katsu and Chicken Teriyaki. We also offer party platters to go and catering for all culinary styles. Lunch 11:30-3 Mon-Sat. Dinner 5-9:30 Every Night. Corner of Pine and Higgins. Very Family Friendly. 549-7979. $-$$ Taco Del Sol 422 N. Higgins 327-8929 Stop in when you’re in the neighborhood. We’ll do our best to treat you right! Crowned Missoula’s best lunch for under $6. Mon.-Sat. 1110 Sun 12-9. $-$$
HAPPIEST HOUR Ambiance: It smells good inside The Bridge Pizza. The aroma of freshly baked pies mixed with the cool sensation brought on by the restaurant’s cranked-up air conditioning provides a welcome relief after a holiday week spent imbibing and soaking in the sun. “We try to keep it as cool as we can,” says Bridge assistant manager Matty Kerr from behind the restaurant’s counter. Why we’re here: The Bridge offers a screaming Happy Hour special seven days a week. Between 3 and 5 p.m., a large slice and a 10-ounce Cold Smoke or Eddy Out from Kettlehouse Brewing Co. runs $3. Six bucks gets you a pint and two slices. Like the air, the beer is cold and The Bridge changes up its pizza selection daily. “Every day it’s something different, which is awesome,” Kerr says. On a recent afternoon, the restaurant was serving a sausage, tomato and feta pie with red sauce, and a roasted pepper and red onion on pesto. Pepperoni and cheese slices are also offered daily. Who you’re eating and drinking with: The Bridge has the feel of a cozy neighborhood
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joint. Happy Hour draws college students hip to a good bargain, parents feeding children while taking full advantage of the free beer and professionals calling it a day a little early. “It’s a social thing, too,” Kerr says. How to find it: On the Hip Strip, at 600 S. Higgins Ave. —Jessica Mayrer Happiest Hour celebrates western Montana watering holes. To recommend a bar, bartender or beverage for Happiest Hour, email editor@missoulanews.com.
Taco John’s 623 W Broadway 2600 S Reserve West-Mex® is about fresh taste and BOLD flavors. Taco John’s recipes make you smile and yell “OLÉ”. We combine hearty helpings of seasoned meats, crispy Potato Olés®, and flavorful cheeses with fresh-made Mexican specialties like burritos, tacos, and quesadillas. All topped off with bold sauces, spices and salsas. You’ll find West-Mex® cooking makes for an unbeatably satisfying meal. See you soon ... Amigo :) $-$$
Missoula Senior Center 705 S. Higgins Ave. • 543-7154 (on the hip strip) Did you know that the Missoula Senior Center serves delicious hearty lunches every week day for only $6? Anyone is welcome to join us for a delicious meal from 11:3012:30 Monday- Friday for delicious food, great conversation and take some time to find a treasured item or garment in our thrift shop. For a full menu and other activities, visit our website at www.missoulaseniorcenter.org.
Taco Sano 115 1/2 S. 4th Street West Located next to Holiday Store on Hip Strip 541-7570 • tacosano.net Once you find us you’ll keep coming back. Breakfast Burritos served all day, Quesadillas, Burritos and Tacos. Let us dress up your food with our unique selection of toppings, salsas, and sauces. Open 10am-9am 7 days a week. WE DELIVER. $-$$
The Mustard Seed Asian Cafe Southgate Mall 542-7333 Contemporary Asian fusion cuisine. Original recipes and fresh ingredients combine the best of Japanese, Chinese, Polynesian, and Southeast Asian influences. Full menu available at the bar. Award winning desserts made fresh daily , local and regional micro brews, fine wines & signature cocktails. Vegetarian and Gluten free menu available. Takeout & delivery. $$-$$$
Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery 4175 Rattlesnake Dr. 549-8703 www.tenspoon.com Made in Montana, award-winning organic wines, no added sulfites. Tasting hours: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 5 to 9 pm. Soak in the harvest sunshine with a view of the vineyard, or cozy up with a glass of wine inside the winery. Wine sold by the flight or glass. Bottles sold to take home or to ship to friends and relatives. $$
Pearl Cafe 231 East Front St. 541-0231 pearlcafe.us Country French meets the Northwest. Idaho Trout with Dungeness Crab, Rabbit with Wild Mushroom Ragout, Snake River Farms Beef, Fresh Seafood Specials Daily. House Made Charcuterie, Sourdough Bread & Delectable Desserts. Extensive wine list; 18 wines by the glass and
Westside Lanes 1615 Wyoming 721-5263 Visit us for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner served 8 AM to 9 PM. Try our homemade soups, pizzas, and specials. We serve 100% Angus beef and use fryer oil with zero trans fats, so visit us any time for great food and good fun. $-$$
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Wrong side of the tracks. Deadstring Brothers get down with that Americana and rock-and-roll, along with Doug Balmain, at Stage 112, 112 Pattee St, Thu., July 18. 9 PM. $8. Check out stageonetwelve.com
THURSDAYJULY11 Once a year, us basement-dwelling Indy staffers emerge into the brilliant light and party down for Best of Missoula, which celebrates the people and places of the Garden City. Join us at the shindig, part of the regular Downtown ToNight festivities in Caras Park, with food, beer and tunes from Lil’ Smokies and the Boxcutters. 5-8 PM.
Release some stress during t’ai chi classes every Thursday at 10 AM at The Open Way Center, 702 Brooks St. $10 drop-in class. Visit openway.org. If you can’t read this, perhaps you’re simply pre-literate in which case the Missoula Public Library wants you for Tiny Tales, a movement, music, storytelling and singing program for babes from birth to 3 years old at 10:30 AM every Tue., Thu. and Fri. Free. Call 721-BOOK.
Learn about Homeword’s Northside property, which features neat-o rooftop gardens, plus info on the nonprofit’s work with sustainable, affordable housing in Missoula. Tour includes light lunch. Noon-1 PM, 330 N. First St. W. RSVP to Jeannine@homeword.org. The Missoula Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meets the second Thursday of each month at the Montana First Credit Union, 3708 N. Reserve St.
Call Cindy Cone at 728-8283 or Ann Houston at 543-8939 for more information. Free. Would I? More like walleye. Make your governor proud at the Montana Governor’s Cup Walleye Tournament at Fort Peck Lake. The three-day tournament has a $15,000 first-place prize and events for the whole family. Bonus: The event is now a part of the Walleyes Unlimited Circuit. Visit mtgovcup.com.
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Soon-to-be mommas can feel empowered, relaxed and nurtured during a prenatal yoga class, this and every Thu. at the Open Way Center, 702 Brooks Ave., at 4 PM. $11/$10 with card. Drop-ins welcome. Call 360-1521.
MHA Management manages 10 properties throughout Missoula. All properties are part of the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program. The Missoula Housing Authority complies with the Fair Housing Act and offers Reasonable Accommodations to persons with Disabilities.
1235 34th St. • Missoula (406) 549-4113 missoulahousing.org
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Who has two green thumbs and likes learning about native plants? Potential Fort Missoula Native Plant Garden volunteers, that’s who. Work beside botanists and gardeners and become an expert on local flora. Thursdays from 4–6 PM at the Fort Missoula Native Plant Gardens. Visit montananaturalist.org.
Have a glass of milk (stout) and a cookie when Grandma’s Little Darlings play Draught Works Brewery, 915 Toole Ave., from 5-8 PM. Free. Sip on some well-fermented spirits when Ten Spoon Vineyard and Winery hosts its wine tasting room, which runs from 5–9 PM, with last call at 8:30 PM, at 4175 Rattlesnake Drive. Call 549-8703. Visit tenspoon.com.
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The Thursday Night Mountain Bike Group meets on Tuesdays to play polo. Kidding, kidding, they meet on Thursdays at 6 PM to ride trails in the Missoula area. Check thursdaynightmtbr.org to find out locations.
End your afternoon with a fine glass of grape juice when the Missoula Winery hosts its tasting room from 2–7 PM Mon.-Sat. and 2–5 PM on Sun. 5646 W. Harrier. Call 830-3296 and visit missoula winery.com.
Treasure State Toastmasters invites you to get your locution on and become fixated oratorically at their weekly meeting. Community Medical Center meeting rooms, 2827 Ft. Missoula Road. 6–7 PM. Free.
Ladies who love climbing will love climbing for half-price at Freestone Climbing this and every Friday night after 5 PM, 935 Toole Ave. Visit freestone climbing.com.
Try the Red Dread when Aaron Williams, frontman of In Walks Bud, brings bluegrass and folk influences to his solo music at Bitter Root Brewery in Hamilton from 6 to 8 PM. Free.
Win $50 by using your giant egg to answer trivia questions at Brains on Broadway Trivia Night at the Broadway Sports Bar and Grill, 1609 W. Broadway Ave. 7 PM. Plus, all-youcan-eat wings, $10 two-topping pizzas, $6 domestic pitchers and $7 Blue Moon pitchers. Tell everyone you heard of ‘em first at the Obscurity Pact Summer Tour, with readings by Nebraska author Justin Lawrence Daugherty, Wisconsinite Ryan Werner and Missoula’s own BJ Soloy, plus performance by Dear Sister Killdeer. Shakespeare and Co., 103 S. Third St., at 7 PM. Free. Unleash your cogent understanding of the trivium at Brooks and Browns Big Brains Trivia Night. $50 bar tab for first place. $7 Bayern pitchers. 200 S. Pattee St. in the Holiday Inn Downtown. 7:30–10 PM. Be titillated, amused and enamored when Paco Fish presents Burlesque Vangard with The Cigarette Girls, an event including artful sexy dancing, comedy, miming and more at the Top Hat. 9:30 PM. $15/$12 in advance at tophat lounge.com.
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born to run Everyone thinks they’re in decent shape until they go for a run. There’s that first burst of speed when you feel strong, your gait is consistent and noble and your breathing is deep. Five minutes later and the dry throat begins to set in. Ten minutes and you’ve begun the dreaded foot-flop. At 15 minutes you’re faced with the terrible reality that maybe all that weight-lifting (or burgereating) hasn’t exactly paid off in the form of cardio. Now, even the cooldown walk feels like a labor. And when you get home to your hot-as-all-hell house you can’t even enjoy flopping on the couch. I’ve been there. For several years I used to enter biathlons and had to train year-round. Two years after I finally quit and let my body grow soft, I decided it was time to start running again. Like everything good for you in life, I picked it up for a little while, and the first time I slipped up and missed a day it went downhill. “Well now I better run a shorter one, since it’s been a few days since I last went.�
half-marathon, let’s hope you’re in better shape than me. No matter how you look at it, this isn’t a local anomaly; this is a nationally known event. In 2010 Runner’s World magazine named the 26.2-mile course the best overall marathon in the United States.
WHAT: Seventh Annual Missoula Marathon WHO: Run Wild Missoula WHERE: Frenchtown to downtown Missoula WHEN: Sun., July 14, at 6 AM HOW MUCH: Free to spectate. Go to runwildmissoula.org for more info.
“Well maybe if I just go on a hike this week it’ll make up for missing the last two.� “Well maybe if I just don’t eat that double cheeseburger, it’ll be the same thing as running.� “That TV remote is too far away. Guess I’m not changing the channel.� For those of us who struggle to stay in good health, the Missoula Marathon is the perfect event to watch from the sidelines and tell ourselves, “There’s always next year.� But if you’re one of the more than 5,000 people who have already registered for the marathon and
Show ‘em that pop culture knowledge is just as important as having a job during Trivial Beersuit at the Lucky Strike Casino. Prizes for podium finishers. Karaoke follows. 1515 Dearborn. 8–10 PM.
The course will follow Mullan and Big Flat Road all the way from Frenchtown into downtown Missoula, with various detours for added fun. Rest assured that there will be a porta-potty at every aid station for those mid-race emergencies. As well as plenty of shaded places for the majority of us to sit, hold an encouraging sign, and clang a bell while sipping on some ice-cold lemonade. This is the trade-off, runners—you have to endure us sitting in comfort from the sidelines, but you get the glory.
Fight for your right to belt out tunes at the Dark Horse’s Combat Karaoke, hosted by Aaron B. and accompanied with drink specials. 1805 Regent Street. 9 PM. Free.
During Open Mic Night at Sean Kelly’s, local talented folks may or may not titillate your eardrums. 8:30 PM. Free. Call 542-1471 after 10 AM Thursday to sign up.
“Chris Whitley meets Marvin Gaye� tunesmith Bret Mosley enchants Stage 112 tonight. 9 PM. $10/$8 in advance at stageonetwelve.com.
Your singing needs will be met at Harry David’s during Karaoke with Kamikaze Cody, starting at 9 PM. 2700 Paxson St.
Montana Dark Horse Band will finish surprisingly fast (jokes!!) when it plays Sunrise Saloon, 1100 Strand Ave. 9 PM.
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Nice jammies. Comedian Kevin Shea, who has appeared on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and Comedy Central programs, performs at the Broadway Inn, 1609 W. Broadway St, Fri., July 12. 8 PM. $13/$10 in advance at montanacomedy.com.
FRIDAYJULY12 Hold on to your pogo sticks, everybody, the super fun poppy punk band Sharkpact graces our fair ZACC Below, along with King Elephant and Armaund Hammer. 8-11 PM. All-ages, alcohol free. $5.
Get a hit of cardiovascular exercise during Nia: The Joy of Movement, from 9 AM to 10 AM at the Downtown Dance Collective, 121 W. Main St. $12/$10 members. Call 541-7240.
brary wants you for Tiny Tales, a movement, music, storytelling and singing program for babes from birth to 3 years old at 10:30 AM every Tue., Thu. and Fri. Free. Call 721-BOOK.
If you can’t read this, perhaps you’re simply pre-literate in which case the Missoula Public Li-
The Women’s Circle Group Acupuncture at Mountain Sage Acupuncture Clinic, 725 W. Alder St. Ste. 1, focuses on women’s health issues and sounds comfy and nice. 2–5 PM, last appointment at 4 PM. Sliding scale treatments $20-40 with a first time administration fee of $10. Call (503) 593-7073. Teens go toward the literary light during the Missoula Public Library’s Teen Writers Group, which meets every Fri. at 3:30 PM at the library, 301 E. Main St. Free. Call 721-BOOK.
nightlife End your afternoon with a fine glass of grape juice when the Missoula Winery hosts its tasting room from 2–7 PM Mon.-Sat. and 2–5 PM on Sun. 5646 W. Harrier. Call
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Sip on some well-fermented spirits when Ten Spoon Vineyard and Winery hosts its wine tasting room, which runs from 5–9 PM, with last call at 8:30 PM, at 4175 Rattlesnake Drive. Call 549-8703. Visit tenspoon.com. Hold on to your brains at the ZACC’s Second Friday gallery opening, featuring the graphic zombies of artist Dennis Morin. Includes free silk-screening workshop. 235 N. First St. 5:30 PM. Free. (See Arts.) It’s not all Cheetos and Mountain Dew. The ZACC, 235 N. First St., presents The Life of a Webcomic, art by Dennis Morin. Active outdoor lovers are invited to the Mountain Sports Club’s weekly meeting to talk about past glories and upcoming activities at Bigfork’s Swan River Inn. 6–8 PM. Free.
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It’ll be better than a three-martini playdate during Family Friendly Friday at the Top Hat, this week with tunes from Lonesome Heroes. 6-8 PM. Free, all ages. Don’t yell out your ex-girlfriend’s name during Hump Day Bingo with Bob at the Lucky Strike Casino. Prizes for winners. Beware: $5 mini-fishbowls served all day. Bingo starts at 6:30 PM. Enjoy zee cinema at Missoula Public Library’s World Wide Cinema night, the second Friday of every month. The series showcases indie and foreign films. Doors open at 6:45, show at 7 PM. Check missoulapublibrary.org for info. Free.
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Make sure your first time is special by attending First Timer Friday at the Freestone Climbing Center, 935 Toole Ave. in Missoula, at 7 PM. Free if it’s your first visit. The Alpine Theater Company offers a smorgasboard of Broadway hits with Defying Gravity: Broadway’s Next Generation, an evening of performance from classics like Hair, Jesus Christ Superstar, Cats, Wicked, RENT and more. 8 PM. Whitefish Performing Arts Center. $18-$39. Check out atpwhitefish.org. Be inspired when Beavertail Hill State Park hosts Dawn Serra, Communications and Outreach Coordinator for Wilderness Watch, as she presents “Wilderness: America’s Enduring Legacy.” Stop by for the program or reserve a campsite by visiting stateparks.mt.gov/camping. Comedian Kevin Shea, who has appeared on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and Comedy Central programs, performs at the Broadway Inn, 1609 W. Broadway St. 8 PM. $13/$10 in advance at montanacomedy.com. Soak it up and sing it down to some 67,000 tunes when The Outpost Restaurant & Saloon, 38500 W. Hwy. 12 at Lolo Hot Springs, presents karaoke with KJ Mark, starting at 9 PM. Free. Call 273-4733. Sing a happy tune at the Evaro Bar’s Friday night karaoke and you just might win a prize. Starts at 9 PM, free to sing. 17025 US Highway 93 North. DJ Dubwise spins hot oldschool and new dance party traxxx at Feruqis, 318 N. Higgins Ave., starting at 10 PM. Free.
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Russ Nasset and the Revelators play tunes to tantalize your ears and pick up your feet at the Union Club. 9 PM. Free. Sean Kelly’s, 130 W. Pine St., presents a ladies night that’s sure to knock your socks off, with Kira Means, Honey and the Bear, Britt Arnesen and Kayla Hutchin. 9 PM. Free. Save a horse and ride a cowgirl, why dontcha, after Wild Coyote Band plays Cowboy Troy’s on Highway 93 outside Victor. 8 PM. Free. Corporate Defiance plays the Alcan Bar and Grill, 16780 Beckwith St. in Frenchtown. 9 PM. Free. Breakdance like a teenage mutant ninja turtle at Dead Hipster Dance Party’s I Heart the 90s night, which starts at 9 PM and includes infamous dolla well drink special til midnight. Throw on a Stetson but leave the six-shooter at home when Shodown plays the Sunrise Saloon, 1100 Strand Ave. 9 PM, free. John “Poncho” Dobson hosts open mic at Fergie’s Pub every Fri., where you’re bound to mingle with a mix of resort celebs, odd locals and dizzy soakers. You never know who’ll show up and play. It could be you. Starts at 3 PM. 213 Main Street in Hot Springs. Sign up ahead at 406-721-2416 or just show up. Jonathan Warren and the Billygoats promise not to eat all the napkins when they play the Top Hat, starting at 10 PM. Free, 21-plus.
SATURDAYJULY13 Expect a little snarl when Catamount brings “punk R&B” to the Palace, along with The All Hail and Chance Petek. 9 PM. Free. Tres amigos should apply to the Kalispell Firefighters Association inaugural Three on Three Basketball Tournament, held on the block of First Avenue East between Center and Second Street. $100 per team. Check out kalispellfirefighters.org or visit a city fire station. If you weren’t born knowing how to pack a llama, check out the Becoming an Outdoorswoman Workshop at the Sanders County Fairgrounds in Plains, an all-day affair that includes classes on using maps and compases, Dutch-oven cooking, gun safety and more. Workshop fee includes instruction, equipment plus food. Email nwmtbow@gmail.com or call Nancy at 406-827-8561.
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Braid-iac. Genre-hopping tunesmith Bret Mosley plays a funky mix of music at Stage 112, 112 Pattee St., Thu., July 11, at 9 PM. $10/$8 in advance at stageonetwelve.com.
Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be sure to meet wellheeled individuals on the Sierra Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hike to Canyon Lake. The 10-mile-round trip is moderately tough, with 2,500 feet of elevation gain and passing a 400-foot waterfall. Find out more by emailing Mary at trekker320@aol.com. Anyone is welcome to join in.
market.org), under the Higgins Avenue bridge (clarkforkriver market.com) and in Hamilton at South Third and Bedford Streets. Hours vary slightly, but most take place between 8 AM and 1 PM.
Get a hit of cardiovascular exercise during Nia: The Joy of Movement, from 9 AM to 10 AM at the Downtown Dance Collective, 121 W. Main St. $12/$10 members. Call 541-7240.
Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be bright eyed and bushy tailed after Run Wild Missoulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Saturday Breakfast Club Runs, which start at 8 AM every Saturday at Runnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Edge, 325 N. Higgins Ave. Grab breakfast with other participants afterward. Free to run. Visit runwildmissoula.org. Pretty people, fresh num-nums, seas of strollers, a man eating a waffle barehandedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;it must be summer and time for folks to make the pilgrimage to area Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Markets. In Missoula at Circle Square (missoulafarmersmarket.com), on Pine St. (missoulasaturday
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[calendar] Veg out with your carrot out during the Hamilton Farmers Market, where folks can purchase all sorts of dee-lish local goodies from area farmers. Third and Bedford Streets. 9 AM to 12:30 PM.
Sat. and 2 PM on Sun. at the Missoula Public Library. Free. Call 721BOOK. Hey goofy grown-ups, try not to titter about Georgia O’Keefe’s symbolism too much at the Sunday Family Art Workshop, at the Missoula Art Museum where kids will learn about painting watercolor flowers. Older kids are fine on their own, but parents should stay to monitor kids under 7. Contact Renee at 728-0447, ext. 228. 11 AM-12:30. $5 per kid, scholarships available.
Combine a lovely rafting trip with a learning opportunity at the Sixth Annual Bitterroot Floating Weed Pull, which launches from the Hamilton Veterans Bridge at 9 AM and floats to Woodside Bridge, after which you’ll enjoy lunch and prizes. Register by calling Reba at 777-5842 or check out the Facebook page. Get musical while finding your flow when Brian Baty leads a live music Vinyasa yoga class, which features music by Nathan Zavalney, this and every Sat. from 9:30– 10:45 AM at Inner Harmony Yoga, 214 E. Main St. Ste. B. $10 drop-in/$8 students drop-in, with various prices for punch-card holders. Call 581-4093 or visit yogainmissoula.com. It’ll get real dirty (but not that kind, you pervert) at MUD’s Volunteer Work Day, where folks can help weed gardens, clean and paint. MUD Cen-
Bug’s-eye view. Head for the Hills plays the Top Hat Tue., July 16, at 10 PM. $9, tickets at Rockin Rudy’s and tophatlounge.com.
tral, 1527 Wyoming St.. 10 AM TO 3 PM. Anyone facing loss or illness is welcome to the free Simple Writing; Transitions workshop offered by Living Art of Montana.
Participants will explore themes through writing. 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Living Art of Montana, 725 W. Alder No. 17. Visit livingartofmontana.com or call 5495329.
Your bedtime tales of collegeage debauchery fall a little short of the mark. Family Storytime offers engaging experiences like storytelling, finger plays, flannel-board pictograms and more at 11 AM on
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Celebrate our furry and feathered friends at AniMeals 10th Anniversary Carnival Block Party. The barbecue runs 11 AM to 4 PM and includes pet adoptions and more. Pet food donations requested. 1700 Rankin Street, behind Gull Boats off West Broadway. Check out animeals.com. Find out if art galleries are the hangover cure we’ve all been looking for when The Missoula Art Museum hosts a tour every Saturday at noon. Various exhibiting artists, guides and teachers host. Visit missoulaartmuseum.org to find out schedule details. Free.
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You can often tell a lot about a person by the lease, as well as her second, 2011â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Follow Me company they keep. Take folk prodigy Sarah Jarosz: Down, both earned Grammy nominations. A third Do a Google video search for the 22-year-old and album is set to drop this fall. In the meantime, Jarosz youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find video of her singing an original track with graduated from the New England Conservatory a Alison Krauss, playing an unplugged encore in a few months ago with a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of music in â&#x20AC;&#x153;conpacked Telluride theater temporary improvisation.â&#x20AC;? lobby with Mumford & (Can you imagine just how WHO: Sarah Jarosz Sons and Bela Fleck, and much she affected the sitting in with The Punch WHEN: Thu., July 18, 9 PM grading curve?) Brothers backstage at BonNow locals have the naroo, just to name a few. WHERE: Top Hat Lounge chance to catch this The precocious singeremerging star in the intiHOW MUCH: $18, available at Rockin songwriter has the type of mate setting of the Top Rudyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and tophatlounge.com talent with which peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Hat. It promises to be the even established starsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; type of performance worwant to be associated. thy of more praise and perJarosz signed her first record contract at age 16 haps, even without special guests, deserving of and spent her senior year of high school recording another online video. her debut album, Song Up In Her Head. That reâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Skylar Browning
On va fĂŞter le quatorze un peu tĂ´t! If you have the faintest idea what that means, then light up a Gauloise and head to la FĂŞte de la Bastille, a potluck hosted by the Alliance Française de Missoula and the Missoula Winery. Bring something swimming in bechamel and enjoy wine, conversation and pĂŠtanque. Noon. 5646 W. Harrier. Free. Fairy godmothers might be afoot during the Missoula Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Theatre performance of Cinderella, a culmination of summer day camp rehearsal. Performances at 3 and 5 PM. Call 728-7529 or visit mctinc.org for more info.
nightlife End your afternoon with a fine glass of grape juice when the Missoula Winery hosts its tasting room
from 2â&#x20AC;&#x201C;7 PM Mon.-Sat. and 2â&#x20AC;&#x201C;5 PM on Sun. 5646 W. Harrier. Call 830-3296 and visit missoula winery.com. Sip on some well-fermented spirits when Ten Spoon Vineyard and Winery hosts its wine tasting room, which runs from 5â&#x20AC;&#x201C;9 PM, with last call at 8:30 PM, at 4175 Rattlesnake Drive. Call 549-8703. Visit tenspoon.com. Dodgy Mountain Men head up yonder valley to play the Bitter Root Brewery from 6-8 PM. Free. Lando Calrissian promises itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a trap when The Sky Colony plays Draught Works Brewery, 915 Toole Ave., from 6-8 PM. Free. The Alpine Theater Company offers a smorgasboard of
Broadway hits with Defying Gravity: Broadwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Next Generation, an evening of performance from classics like Hair, Jesus Christ Superstar, Cats, Wicked, RENT and more. 8 PM. Whitefish Performing Arts Center. $18-$39. For more information check out atpwhitefish.org. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s back yâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;all, so get to steppinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; at the Bitterroot Contra Dance which takes place at the Church of the Nazarene Gym, Victor (Fifth Ave and A Street). Leave the cologne and hairspray at home, hombres. Lessons at 6:30 PM, dance 7â&#x20AC;&#x201C;9:30 PM. $5/$10 per family. Call 6423601.
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Kitchen Dwellers
Ryan Chrys & the Rough Cuts
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Missoula Butterfly House and Insectarium
Naturalist's Mercantile
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International Choral Festival
The Amanda Cevallus Band
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The Heart to Heart Duo plays the Missoula Senior Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Saturday Night Dance, so slide into those
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[calendar] glad rags and show the youngsters how it’s done. 705 S. Higgins. 7–10 PM. $5. Comedian Kevin Shea, who has appeared on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and Comedy Central programs, performs at the Broadway Inn, 1609 W. Broadway St. 8 PM. $13/$10 in advance at montanacomedy.com. Get up and close and personal with mountain lion skulls and hides during the “Montana Mountain Lions” presentation by Bob Wiesner at Placid Lake State Park. Find out about these magnificent creatures and how to live safely when out in their country. 8 PM. Free.
Roses in the teeth optional. Downtown Dance Collective presents July Tango Night, where singles and couples are welcome to join in. Dance lesson at 8 PM, cut loose from 9 to midnight. Call 406-5417240 or visit ddcmontana.com for more info.
W. Hwy. 12 at Lolo Hot Springs, presents karaoke with KJ Mark, starting at 9 PM. Free. Call 2734733.
Wild Coyote Band does the bootscoot-boogie down at Sunshine Station in Philipsburg. 9 PM. Free.
Absolutely DJs Kris Moon and Monty Carlo are like Shabba-Doo and Boogaloo Shrimp, saving rec centers one beat at at time. Get hip to their jamz, hippies. Badlander. Doors at 9 PM. 2-for-1 Absolut drinks until midnight. $2.
Venture out yonder Frenchtown way to check out The Hasslers and Without Annette, who play the Alcan Bar and Grill, 16780 Beckwith St., starting at 8 PM. Free. Soak it up and sing it down to some 67,000 tunes when The Outpost Restaurant & Saloon, 38500
Your singing needs will be met at Harry David’s during Karaoke with Kamikaze Cody, starting at 9 PM. 2700 Paxson St.
DJ Dubwise spins hot oldschool and new dance party traxxx at Feruqis, 318 N. Higgins Ave., starting at 10 PM. Free.
loud spring My buddies and I sometimes joke while cracking open a Pabst six-pack: Remember when all you had to do to be an environmentalist was cut apart the plastic ring carrier before throwing it away? I must have been taught this sometime in early grade school, and I remember being very concerned that a seagull, like the ones I always saw flying over the Yellowstone County landfill, would get strangled in one of the rings. But being a good environmentalist, as our society is slowly learning, goes way beyond proper plasticring disposal (which is still important, of course). The staggering breadth of ways human influence screws up the environment and our health is depressing. But we wouldn’t get anywhere if we sat on our butts feeling sad. Take, for instance, the 1978 Love Canal disaster, in which residents of a Niagara Falls, N.Y., neighborhood discovered that the site was on top of 21,000 tons of toxic waste buried by the Hooker Chemical company. A reporter went door-to-door and found people exhibiting a host of birth defects, like enlarged extremities. Further investigation revealed an abnormal incidence of miscarriages. Children returned from playgrounds with chemical burns. A local mother, Lois Gibbs, led others in rallying together WHAT: Reading with authors Kate Davies and Florence Williams WHERE: Shakespeare & Co., 103 S. Third St. WHEN: Wed., July 17, at 7 PM HOW MUCH: Free
one hell of a resume, from a doctorate in biochemistry to Greenpeace work to managing the first Canadian local government environmental office in Toronto. Her expertise is in explaining complex topics in simple language, like her short story, “A Tale of Two Toxicities,” about fictional characters, Polly Klorinate and Al Kyle, which explains the dozens of ways we come into contact with hazardous chemicals every day. (Let’s just say that things do not bode well for Polly and Al.) Davies is visiting Missoula to read and talk about environmental health. Given the ties between toxic chemicals and effects on reproduction, it seems appropriate that joining Davies is Florence Williams, author of Breasts: A Natural and Unnatural History. It could make for a sobering evening, or an inspiring one, or a lot of both.
MORE INFO: environmentalhealthmovement.org
against the local government agencies and Hooker Chemical. Eventually, more than 800 families were relocated and reimbursed for their homes. Environmentalist Kate Davies pinpoints the Love Canal protests as the birth of modern environmental American activism in her book The Rise of the U.S. Environmental Health Movement. Davies boasts
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And hey, remember to recycle your six-pack. —Kate Whittle
Tickets are going fast! For tickets, visit the MSO Hub Box Office, call 543-3300 or log onto
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Thursday • July 11 vs Ogden Raptors
Friday • July 12 vs Ogden Raptors
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE JERSEY NIGHT:
FIRST 750 FANS
Help raise money for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Missoula on this specialty jersey night! The Osprey will don red, yellow and black specialty uniforms and they will be auctioned off through a silent auction with all proceeds benefitting the RMH.
A VOLUNTEER FIREMAN BOBBLEHEAD
Gates open at 6:30; Game time 7:05 Sponsored by Dr. Pepper
Saturday • July 13 vs Idaho Falls Chukars
Sunday • July 14 vs Idaho Falls Chukars
TIMBERJACKS T-SHIRT NIGHT:
KIDS’ DAY:
Celebrate 75 years of the Pioneer League and commemorate the club that played in Missoula from 1956-60 with a Free Missoula Timberjacks Retro T-Shirt. First 750 Fans. Gates open at 6:30; Game time 7:05 Sponsored by Missoula Federal Credit Union
The game is centered on kids’ promotions, music & activities. Following the game, all fans can run around the bases and play catch on the field. Gates open at 4:30; Game time 5:05 Sponsored by Jiffy Lube & Zoo 107
THROUGH THE GATE GET
(SIXTH EDITION OF THE FIRE PREVENTION SERIES) Gates open at 6:30; Game time 7:05 Sponsored by Montana Fire Prevention
Monday • July 15 vs Idaho Falls Chukars
FAMILY NIGHT Four general admission tickets, hot dogs, chips, sodas, & one super scorecard for $30 with the donation of non-perishable food items. All food collected benefits the Poverello Center. Gates open at 6:00; Game time 7:05 Sponsored by Dr. Torrie Mauerman at Maximized Living & Cherry Creek Radio
Pre-game softball game between the Missoula Rural Fire Department and Missoula City Police from 6-6:45.
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[calendar] Throw on a Stetson but leave the sixshooter at home when Shodown plays the Sunrise Saloon, 1100 Strand Ave. 9 PM, free. Raise your radios and do the Dobbler cuz Missoula Outdoor Cinema presents Say Anything, at 9:28 PM on the lawn of Head Start School, 1001 Worden Ave. $5 suggested donation. Call 829-0873 and visit missoulaoutdoorcinema.org. Idle Ranch Hands just might cause a little trouble, along with Lil’ Smokies, during a down-home kinda show at the Top Hat. 10 PM. Free.
SUNDAYJULY14 Toss back the whiskey and get rowdy when Larry and His Flask bring a countrystring-band-punk-a-palooza to town, along with Bird’s Mile Home. Palace. 9 PM. $8, tickets at Rockin Rudy’s and jadepresents.com. (See Music.)
Haying season’s a little rough this year. Jonathan Warren and the Billygoats play the Top Hat Fri., July 12, starting at 10 PM. Free, 21-plus.
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This summer marks the seventh annual Missoula Marathon, recently voted top race in the nation by Runner’s World magazine. The course stretches from Frenchtown to downtown Missoula, and passes bucolic green fields, shade-giving pine trees and hose-wielding heroes. If the marathon’s too much, check out the half-marathon, 5K, kids race or beer run. For more information visit missoulamarathon.org. (See Spotlight.)
[calendar] Catch new thoughts with the Science of Mind Community during a Sunday service via the internet when Rev. Kathianne Lewis spreads a spiritual message at the Carriage House in Hamilton, 310 N. Fourth St., at 10 AM every Sun. Free. Call Barb at 375-9996. Take a chill pill and ride a pony during the Carousel Sunday Market, every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM. Produce, psychic readings, live food, music, kids’ activities and, yes, pony rides, are all going down. Your bedtime tales of college-age debauchery fall a little short of the mark. Family Storytime offers engaging experiences like storytelling, finger plays, flannel-board pictograms and more at 11 AM on Sat. and 2 PM on Sun. at the Missoula Public Library. Free. Call 721-BOOK. Kick out the jams down the ‘Root at the dining room of the Sapphire Lutheran Homes, corner of 10th and River streets. Players of all levels are invited to bring their guitars, mandolins, harmonicas, fiddles, banjos, dobros, or other acoustic instrument. Music includes old-time country, bluegrass, swing, cowboy, folk, old standards, etc. Folks who want to play or just listen are encouraged to come. For more information, call John at 3812483. Free. Fairy godmothers might be afoot during the Missoula Children’s Theatre performance of Cinderella, a culmination of summer day camp rehearsal. Performances at 3 and 5 PM. Call 728-7529 or visit mctinc.org for more info.
nightlife Spend your Sunday Funday bumpin’ butts and chillin’ out to EDM beats at I’ll House Your Pool, a par-tay with tons o’ drink specials and DJs including Keishie, Mike Stolin, Kris Moon, Junglehaus and more. Broadway Inn, 1609 W. Broadway St. 1-9 PM. $10/$5 in advance at Ear Candy. End your afternoon with a fine glass of grape juice when the Missoula Winery hosts its tasting room from 2–7 PM Mon.-Sat. and 2–5 PM on Sun. 5646 W. Harrier. Call 8303296 and visit missoulawinery.com. The train leaves Annies in the station when Without Annette plays folk and bluegrass at Draught Works Brewery, 915 Toole Ave., from 4-6 PM. Free. Explore the idea of open intelligence and the peace, happiness and skillfulness that exists within you during the Balanced View open meeting, which runs every Sun. from 67 PM in the meeting room of the Jeannette Rankin Peace Center, 519 S. Higgins Ave. Free, but donations accepted. Enter from the back entrance. Visit greatfreedom.org for more info. The Ed Norton Big Band puts some swing in the month’s second Sunday when it plays the Missoula Winery, 5646 Harrier Way, from 6–8 PM. $5. Visit missoulawinery.com. Close out the weekend in style at the Badlander’s Jazz Martini Night, with $4 martinis from 7:30 PM to midnight, plus live jazz and DJs. Starts at 8 PM with Front Street Jazz. Free.
Your singing needs will be met at Harry David’s during Karaoke with Kamikaze Cody, starting at 9 PM. 2700 Paxson St. Bellow out your favorite pop tune so you can impress your friends and perhaps win a prize during a karaoke contest this and every Sun. at the Lucky Strike Casino, 1515 Dearborn Ave., at 9 PM. Free. $3 Fireball specials. Call 721-1798. Carpenter-turned-singer-songwriter Joe Pug plays lovely tunes to sip whiskey and feel wistful to (seriously, check out “Not So Sure,” helluva song) at the Top Hat. 8 PM. $10, tickets available at Rockin’ Rudys and tophatlounge.com. Johnny Unicorn brings “progressive rock you can actually dance to” with a fun, quirky vibe at the VFW, 245 W. Main St, along with Lansing, Mich.’s The Plurals and our own Needlecraft and sexy boy toys The Hounds. $5.
MONDAYJULY15 Find out how a li’l town in Georgia spawned bands like REM and the B52s when the Top Hat shows Athens, Georgia: Inside and Out as part of the Big Sky Documentary film series. 8 PM. Free. PEAK 212, Missoula’s newest small group fitness program, specializes in movement progression and proper technique. Classes offered Monday-Saturday at the new Peak Health and Wellness Center Downtown. Checkout PEAK212.com for more info. No dudes need apply at the Sierra Club’s women-only 11-mile kayak paddle from Forest Grove to Big Eddy in Superior. Riverbends may be a little rough and windy, but otherwise the river’s pretty smooth. Limited to eight women. Email Maria at mairemt@earthlink.net. The kids can tee up during the 2013 Junior Golf School, hosted at the University of Montana Golf Course. Start times run from 9 AM to noon, depending on age group. Kids from seven and up welcome to come learn about course etiquette, putting, chipping, pitching and swinging them iron and woods. Call 406-728-8629 for more info. Come on down for Moscow Monday at the Montgomery Distillery, 129 W. Front St., where the distillery redistributes the wealth. (It ain’t called Wall Street Wednesday, amiright?) $1 from every drink sold is donated to a different non-profit each Monday. Family friendly, from noon–8 PM. Those looking for mother-to-mother breast feeding support can find it when the La Leche League meets every first Mon. of the month at 10 AM and every third Monday of the month at 6 PM at the First Presbyterian Church, 201 S. Fifth St. W. Free. Children and babies are always welcome.
nightlife Show how big your gray matter can get at Super Trivia Freakout. Win a bar tab,
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shots and other mystery prizes during the five rounds of trivia at the Badlander. 8:30 PM. Free.
program for babes from birth to 3 years old at 10:30 AM every Tue., Thu. and Fri. Free. Call 721-BOOK.
The UM Climate Action Now Meeting is out to save the day, promoting sustainability and environmental action. UM FLAT, 633 Fifth St. E. 6:30 PM.
Watch your little ones master tree pose in no time during yoga at the Families First Children’s Museum. 11 AM. 225 W. Front. $4.25.
Bingo at the VFW: the easiest way to make rent since keno. 245 W. Main. 6:45 PM. $12 buy-in. Find out how the Garden City grows at the weekly Missoula City Council meeting, where you can no doubt expect ranting public commenters, PowerPoint presentations and subtle wit from Mayor Engen. Missoula council chambers, 140 W. Pine St. Meetings are the first four Mondays of every month at 7 PM, except for holidays. Spit out that gum before joining the Missoula City Band rehearsal, every Monday from 7-9 PM in the Sentinel High School band room. All players welcome. Learn more at missoulacityband.org. Pretend like you know how to pronounce montepulciano d’abruzzo while you enjoy the live tunes at Red Bird Wine Bar, 111 N. Higgins Ave., from 7 to 10 PM. This week David Boone serenades the joint. Get mindful at Be Here Now, a mindfulness meditation group that meets Mondays from 7:30 to 8:45 PM at the Open Way Mindfulness Center, 702 Brooks St. Open to all religions and levels of practice. Free, but donations appreciated. Visit openway.org. Your singing needs will be met at Harry David’s during Karaoke with Kamikaze Cody, starting at 9 PM. 2700 Paxson St. Open Mic with Joey Running Crane at the VFW, 245 W. Main, seems like a fine idea, especially with 2-for-1 drink specials for musicians and the working class. 10 PM. Free. Call him up and get yourself a slot at 229-0488. Rock the mic when DJ Super Steve rocks the karaoke with the hottest Kamikaze tuneage this side of the hemisphere at the Dark Horse. Are you brave enough to let the computer pick your songs? 9 PM. Free.
TUESDAYJULY16 The winningest USian will get a $25 bar tab at KBGA’s new Tuesday Trivia night, which includes music and picture rounds, plus drank specials. Pro tip: $25 is enough to buy almost everybody in the bar a Natty Light. Free to play. VFW, 245 W. Main St. 8-10 PM. Dance cuz everybody’s watching at the American Cabaret Style bellydance class at the Downtown Dance Collective, 121 W. Main St. This class is great for beginners and experienced dancers alike. 6–7 PM. Visit madronadance.wordpress.com. If you can’t read this, perhaps you’re simply pre-literate in which case the Missoula Public Library wants you for Tiny Tales, a movement, music, storytelling and singing
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Hey hunters and other liars, come on down to the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation conference room for Shootin’ the Bull Toastmasters, at 5205 Grant Creek Dr., and work on your elk-camp locution with the best. All are invited. Noon–1 PM. Free. Knitting For Peace meets at Joseph’s Coat, 115 S. Third St. W. All knitters of all skill levels are welcome. 1–3 PM. For information, call 543-3955. Missoula Aging Services offers its Caregiver Support Group every third Tue. of the month at 337 Stephens Ave from 4–5 PM. Free.
nightlife I bet there’s no shushing in the tool library. Come hang out at the MUD tool librarian auction and pint night at Draught Works Brewery from 5 to 8 PM to support MUD programs and bid in the second annual auction. Highest bidders receive home improvement work from a tool librarian. If early morning grub grabbing isn’t for you, head to the Tuesday Farmer’s Market at Circle Square on the north end of Higgins Ave. Veggies, flowers and pretty people are bountiful. 5:30–7 PM. It’s always a glutenous good time when Wheat Montana, 2520 S. Third St. W., presents Black Mountain Boys Bluegrass from 5:30 to 8 PM. Free. Call 327-0900. Meet other free-wheeling gals when Montana Dirt Girls meet every Tuesday around 6 PM on Tuesdays for hiking or mountain biking in the Missoula area. For locations and more information, visit mtdirtgirls.tripod.com. Free. Burn the barn and chug that jug when Grandma’s Little Darlings bring their old-timey country/bluegrass sound to Montgomery Distillery, starting at 6 PM. Free. Beat the heat with the Cool Water Hula practice sessions, at the Missoula Senior Center, 705 S. Higgins Ave., Tuesdays from 6 to 7 PM. The Clark Fork Coalition hosts the hula event on Aug. 3 as a way to advocate for waterways. Learn more at coolwaterhula.blogspot.com. Remember this the next time you have an argument about whether glasses go right-side-up or upside-down in the cupboard. The five-week Compassionate Communication Class at Living Art, 725 W. Alder St. Unit 17., promises to offer tools to bring “ease, clarity and personal integrity” to every conversation. Every Tue. from 6 to 7:30 PM from July 2 to July 30. Learn more by emailing info@PatrickMarsolek.com. $50/$90 for two people. Dust off that banjolin and join in the Top Hat’s picking circle, from 6 to 8 PM. All ages.
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Community Conversations on ADD/ADHD with James Fix intends to provide folks with tools, tips and strategies to make your home life less chaotic, all without pharmaceuticals. Missoula Public Library. 7 PM. Free. Something about the cover tells me this book isn’t about how Iowa moms pass on the habit of saying “warshing machine.” Author Richard Manning reads It Runs in the Family: A Memoir at Shakespeare and Co., 103 S. Third St. W. 7 PM. (See Books.) The Unity Dance and Drum African Dance Class is sure to teach you some moves you didn’t learn in junior high when it meets Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 PM at the Missoula Senior Center, 705 S. Higgins Ave. All ages and skill levels welcome. $10, $35 for four classes. Email tarn.ream@umontana.edu or call 549-7933 for more information. Learn how to give and receive empathy with Patrick Marsolek during Compassionate Communication, a non-violent communication weekly practice group, at the Jeanette Rankin Peace Center, 519 S. Higgins Ave. Noon. Free. Find your dance and yourself at Turning the Wheel’s Tapestry class, which is a self-expression-filled improvisational bonanza. Headwaters Dance Company studio, 1042 Monroe St. 7:30-9 PM. $10. Proceeds benefit Turning the Wheel’s school programs.
Don’t it make my brown eyes blue. Joe Pug plays his wistful country tunes at the Top Hat, Sun., July 13. 8 PM. $10, tickets available at Rockin' Rudys and tophatlounge.com.
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Sean Kelly’s invites you to another week of free pub trivia, which takes place every Tuesday at 8 PM. Here’s a question to tickle your brainwaves: While dogs do mostly regulate their body heat through panting, it’s a myth that they can’t sweat. What part of the body do dogs mostly sweat from? (See answer in tomorrow’s nightlife.) “So much depends upon a red wheelbarrow...” Learn to mine great lines from that fabulous mind of yours just like William Carlos Williams when you join other seasoned and novice poets for Poetry Club every Tuesday at 8 PM at the ZACC, 235 N. First W. The Montana Musicians and Artists Coalition hosts the Musician Showcase at Stage 112, inside the Elk’s at 112 Pattee St., an evening of tuneful live tuneage made by locals for locals. 8–11 PM. Free. 18 plus. Pretend like you’re the front runner of a wildly successful cover band, this and every Tue. night at Live Band Karaoke, with Party Trained and Kamikaze Cody, 9 PM at Harry David’s, 2700 Paxson St. Take a trip to string-band heaven when Head for the Hills plays the Top Hat, starting at 10 PM. $9, tickets at Rockin Rudy’s and tophatlounge.com. The Mountain Breathers spread that fresh air around during the Badlander’s Live and Local Night. 10 PM. Free.
WEDNESDAYJULY17 Feel the grass under your toes, let the breeze ruffle your hair and kick back to the sonic stylings of the Missoula City Band, which presents its annual summer concerts every Wednesday evening at 8 PM in Bonner Park, on the corner of Ronald and Hastings Streets. Free. Check missoulacityband.org for artist info. Food served out of a truck always tastes better, so check out the goods at Out to Lunch in Caras Park, from 11 AM–2 PM. Free to hang out and people-watch, food will cost you. Until the day comes that we can install GPS locators in our kids, do the next best thing and get a free Child ID, at an event hosted by local law enforcement every Wednesday at Caras Park at 11:30 AM. Child IDs record information like fingerprints and contact info, which are needed in case of an abduction and Amber Alert. Weave a lavender wand with other cancer survivors at a therapeutic class with Niraja Golightly, hosted by Living Art of Montana, 725 W. Alder St. Unit 17. Free, but register by calling 549-5329. Find out how to avoid conflict with Smokey and Pooh’s cousins at the “Living and Recreating in Bear Country” presentation by Erin Edge, an associate with Defenders of Wildlife, at Frenchtown Pond State Park. 3 PM.
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The Jocko Valley Farmers Market offers treats, produce, tunes and more in The Hangin Art Gallery parking lot, 92555 Highway 93 in Arlee, from 4-7 PM. For more information or to become a vendor, call Kelley at 726-5550.
nightlife Be on the lookout for a gleaming rig from the magic beer future when the Florida’s oldest microbrewery, Dunedin, sends its mobile brewery through Missoula today. Escape the heat with Rally In the Alley and River Float, an event brought to you by the Top Hat and Rhino. Cash for Junkers plays the Top Hat patio from 6-8 PM, Reverend Slanky starts at 10. A river float before the rally includes a shuttle to the Sha-Ron put-in. Check out tophatlounge.com for info. (Trivia answer: Their paws.) Find out how to rig up a rain barrel during a MUD workshop from 6 to 8 PM tonight at MUD Central, 1527 Wyoming St. It’s a popular class so hop to it and email programs@mudproject.org to sign up. Hey, spring is here and TV ain’t exactly pumping out the good stuff these days, so get off your bum for a few and take Cathy Clark’s West Coast Swing Class at the Sunrise Saloon, 1805 Regent Ave. 7 PM. $5. Kate Davies, author of The Rise of the U.S. Environmental Health Movement, presents a reading and discussion. Davis has advocated for environmental issues in North America for 35 years, and worked with Greenpeace and the Royal Society of Canada, among others. Joining her is Florence Williams, author of Breasts: A Natural and Unnatural History. Shakespeare and Co., 103 S. Third St. W. 7 PM. Check out environmentalhealth movement.org. (See Spotlight.) Let me tell you something I learned the hard way: Meatloaf songs are not appropriate for karaoke. Now go forth to Kraptastic Karaoke at the Badlander, beginning at 9 PM. Featuring $6 pitchers of Budweiser and PBR, plus $1 selected shots. Free. Perk up your ears and stroke your whiskers at Whompin’ Wednesdays Random Music for Random Kitties: Dark Dreams Edition, with DJs Hauli, Dr. Kinetic, Geeter Tron and the Milkcrate Mechanic. 9 PM. Free, with $6 pitchers of Pabst and free pool. Let the good vibes grow when N.C. Americana band Big Daddy Love and Monks on Fire play the VFW, 245 W. Main St., at 10 PM. $5, plus $5 surcharge for ages 18-20.
THURSDAYJULY18 Country music legends Steve Earle and The Dukes grace the stage at the Wilma Theatre, so be on your best behavior, guy who yells “Play Copperhead Road!” every time Mr. Earle steps up to microphone. With special guests The Mastersons. 8 PM. $34. Tickets available at Rockin Rudy’s and vootie.com.
[calendar] Release some stress during t’ai chi classes every Thursday at 10 AM at The Open Way Center, 702 Brooks St. $10 drop-in class. Visit openway.org. The miniNaturalists Pre-K Program is aces for outdoorsy learning for ye childrens. The Montana Natural History Center. 10–11 AM. $3/$1 for members. Visit montananaturalist.org. If you can’t read this, perhaps you’re simply pre-literate in which case the Missoula Public Library wants you for Tiny Tales, a movement, music, storytelling and singing program for babes from birth to 3 years old at 10:30 AM every Tue., Thu. and Fri. Free. Call 721-BOOK. Soon-to-be mommas can feel empowered, relaxed and nurtured during a prenatal yoga class, this and every Thu. at the Open Way Center, 702 Brooks Ave., at 4 PM. $11/$10 with card. Drop-ins welcome. Call 360-1521. Who has two green thumbs and likes learning about native plants? Potential Fort Missoula Native Plant Garden volunteers, that’s who. Work beside botanists and gardeners and become an expert on local flora. Thursdays from 4–6 PM at the Fort Missoula Native Plant Gardens. Visit montana naturalist.org. Frontier boys. Winston, N.C. Americana band Big Daddy Love and Missoula’s own progressive experimenters Monks on Fire play the VFW, 245 W. Main St., Wed., July 17, at 10 PM. $5, plus $5 surcharge for ages 18-20.
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nightlife End your afternoon with a fine glass of grape juice when the Missoula Winery hosts its tasting room from 2–7 PM Mon.-Sat. and 2–5 PM on Sun. 5646 W. Harrier. Call 8303296 and visit missoulawinery.com. Ladies who love climbing will love climbing for half-price at Freestone Climbing this and every Friday night after 5 PM, 935 Toole Ave. Visit freestoneclimbing.com. Sip on some well-fermented spirits when Ten Spoon Vineyard and Winery hosts its wine tasting room, which runs from 5–9 PM, with last call at 8:30 PM, at 4175 Rattlesnake Drive. Call 549-8703. Visit tenspoon.com. Get your grub on, but don’t pig out, and give a girl a call who you wanna take out to Downtown ToNight, where local food and beer vendors as well as local musicians have a good day down at Caras Park. 5:30– 8:30 PM. Free to hang and bang, but the grub and beer will cost you a couple ducats. After the revolution, we’ll need a new Betsy Ross, which is why you should pick up some tips every Thu. at Selvedge Studio, 509 S. Higgins Ave., where its Sewing Lounge goes from 6 to 8 PM. $9–10/hour. Call 541-7171. The Thursday Night Mountain Bike Group meets on Tuesdays to play polo. Kidding, kidding, they meet on Thursdays at 6 PM to ride trails in the Missoula area. Check thursdaynightmtbr.org to find out locations. Bring your thinking caps for this one: The lecture “Poetics of Nature” examines how nature as a concept evolved from ancient Greek myth to modern-day technology. Presented by Jim McKusick at the Ravalli County Museum in Hamilton. Free. Treasure State Toastmasters invites you to get your locution on and become fixated oratorically at their weekly meeting. Community Medical Center meeting rooms, 2827 Ft. Missoula Road. 6–7 PM. Free. Join Hospice of Missoula for Community Conversations on Death and Dying, where facilitators educate people on how to talk about this oft-uncomfortable subject. The Loft, 119 W. Main St. 6–8 PM. Free. Luke Dowler emerges from his secluded mountain home to bring you “post-pop songwriting” at Bitter Root Brewery. 6-8 PM. Free. Riobossanova plays jazz for all you classy mothas at Draught Works Brewery, 915 Toole Ave., from 6 to 8 PM. Free. Children of the Earth Tribe Song and Chant Circle at the Jeannette Rankin Peace Center is for all those ready to sing in honor of our connection to one another and the earth. 519 S. Higgins, enter through back alley door. 7 PM. Free will offering. Win $50 by using your giant egg to answer trivia questions at Brains on Broadway Trivia Night at the Broadway Sports Bar and Grill,
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1609 W. Broadway Ave. 7 PM. Plus, all-youcan-eat wings, $10 two-topping pizzas, $6 domestic pitchers and $7 Blue Moon pitchers. Honor your connection to the earth and the glorious array of life on it during the Children of the Earth Tribe Song and Chant Circle at the Jeannette Rankin Peace Center. 519 S. Higgins, enter through back alley door. 7 PM. Free will offering. Unleash your cogent understanding of the trivium at Brooks and Browns Big Brains Trivia Night. $50 bar tab for first place. $7 Bayern pitchers. 200 S. Pattee St. in the Holiday Inn Downtown. 7:30–10 PM. Expect some boiling, toiling and trouble at The Kitchen Witches, a comedy about two feuding cable access cooking show hostesses. O’Shaughnessy Center in Whitefish. 8 PM. $25/$22. Visit stumptownplayers.org. Show ‘em that pop culture knowledge is just as important as having a job during Trivial Beersuit at the Lucky Strike Casino. Prizes for podium finishers. Karaoke follows. 1515 Dearborn. 8–10 PM. During Open Mic Night at Sean Kelly’s, local talented folks may or may not titillate your eardrums. 8:30 PM. Free. Call 5421471 after 10 AM Thursday to sign up. Your singing needs will be met at Harry David’s during Karaoke with Kamikaze Cody, starting at 9 PM. 2700 Paxson St. Fight for your right to belt out tunes at the Dark Horse’s Combat Karaoke, hosted by Aaron B. and accompanied with drink specials. 1805 Regent Street. 9 PM. Free. Gotta hydrate before you gyrate to the latest hip tunes and underground tracks at Dead Hipster Dance Party. 9 PM. Badlander. $1 well dranks til’ midnight. Make like Coyote Ugly and dance on the bar when Ugly Pony plays the Sunrise Saloon, 1100 Strand Ave. 9 PM. Deadstring Brothers preach that whiskey-soaked rock-and-roll gospel, along with Doug Balmain, at Stage 112, 112 Pattee St. 9 PM. $8. Check out stageonetwelve.com. Sarah Jarosz, along with Ben Bullington, plays dreamy Americana for y’all at the Top Hat. 9 PM. $18, tickets at Rockin Rudy’s and tophatlounge.com. (See Spotlight.) Get your party pants on and see you at Best of Missoula. Submit events by 5 PM on Friday to calendar@missoulanews.com to ensure publication in print and online. Include the who-what-when-where-why and a picture, if you would be so kind. Alternately, snail mail the stuff to Calapatra c/o the Independent, 317 S. Orange St., Missoula, MT 59801 or fax your way to 543-4367. You can also submit events online. Just head to the arts section of our website, scroll down a few inches and you’ll see a link on the left that says “submit an event.”
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MOUNTAIN HIGH In one of the best “Simpsons” episodes ever, “The Experienced Woodsman” in season one, the family is stranded out in the woods. Homer and Bart go off to find help, while Marge and Lisa stay put in a shelter. “Your father’s an experienced woodsman, dear,” Marge assures Lisa. She and Lisa build a fire and stay cozy as Homer, encountering one mishap after another, becomes disheveled and eventually emerges from the forest to be mistaken for Bigfoot. It’s now a running joke in my family when we’re out camping or hiking. “Don’t worry, I’m an experienced woodsman,” we say when the fire won’t start or the tent gets soaked. The lesson I recall taking from that particular episode was that pretending like you know what you’re doing out in the woods will get you in trouble. Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks’ Becoming an Outdoorswoman Program sounds like an excellent
way to learn useful stuff like navigation, cooking and weapon safety, all under the tutelage of experienced woodswomen, sans any masculine bluster. —Kate Whittle The Becoming an Outdoorswoman Program is planned for the Sanders County Fairgrounds in Plains Sat., July 13. Classes include using a map and compass, Dutch oven cooking, packing llamas, gun safety and more. Fees vary and include materials and food. Call Nancy at 827-8561 or Jolene at 826-2606, or email nwmtbow@gmail.com. The annual weekend BOW workshop is Aug. 2-4 at Lubrecht Experimental Forest, 30 miles east of Missoula. Register at fwp.mt.gov/education/bow/workshops.html.
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THURSDAY JULY 11 Would I? More like walleye. Make your governor proud at the Montana Governor’s Cup Walleye Tournament at Fort Peck Lake. The three-day tournament has a $15,000 first-place prize and events for the whole family. Bonus: The event is now a part of the Walleyes Unlimited Circuit. Visit mtgovcup.com. The Thursday Night Mountain Bike Group meets on Tuesdays to play polo. Kidding, kidding, they meet on Thursdays at 6 PM to ride trails in the Missoula area. Check thursdaynightmtbr.org to find out locations.
FRIDAY JULY 12 Active outdoor lovers are invited to the Mountain Sports Club’s weekly meeting to talk about past glories and upcoming activities at Bigfork’s Swan River Inn. 6– 8 PM. Free. Make sure your first time is special by attending First Timer Friday at the Freestone Climbing Center, 935 Toole Ave. in Missoula, at 7 PM. Free if it’s your first visit.
SATURDAY JULY 13 You’ll be sure to meet well-heeled individuals on the Sierra Club’s hike to Canyon Lake. The 10-mile-round trip is moderately tough, with 2,500 feet of elevation gain and passing a 400-foot water fall. Find out more by emailing Mary at trekker320@aol.com. Anyone is welcome to join in. You’ll be bright eyed and bushy tailed after Run Wild Missoula’s Saturday Breakfast Club Runs, which start at 8 AM every Saturday at Runner’s Edge, 325 N. Higgins Ave. Grab breakfast with other participants afterward. Free to run. Visit runwildmissoula.org. Combine a lovely rafting trip with a learning opportunity at the Sixth Annual Bitterroot Floating Weed Pull, which launches from the Hamilton Veterans Bridge at 9 AM and floats to Woodside Bridge, after which you’ll enjoy lunch and prizes. Register by calling Reba at 777-5842 or check out the Facebook page. It’ll get real dirty (but not that kind, you pervert) at MUD’s Volunteer Work Day, where folks can help weed gardens, clean and paint. MUD Central, 1527 Wyoming St.. 10 AM TO 3 PM. Get up and close and personal with mountain
lion skulls and hides during the “Montana Mountain Lions” presentation by Bob Wiesner at Placid Lake State Park. Find out about these magnificent creatures and how to live safely when out in their country. 8 PM. Free.
SUNDAY JULY 14 This summer marks the Seventh annual Missoula Marathon, recently voted top race in the nation by Runner’s World magazine. The course stretches from Frenchtown to downtown Missoula, and passes bucolic green fields, shade-giving pine trees and hose-wielding heroes. If the marathon’s too much, check out the halfmarathon, 5K, kids race or beer run. For more information visit missoulamarathon.org.
MONDAY JULY 15 No dudes need apply at the Sierra Club’s womenonly 11-mile kayak paddle from Forest Grove to Big Eddy in Superior. Riverbends may be a little rough and windy, but otherwise the river’s pretty smooth. Limited to eight women. Email Maria at mairemt@earthlink.net. The kids can tee up during the 2013 Junior Golf School, hosted at the University of Montana Golf Course. Start times run from 9 AM to noon, depending on age group. Kids from seven and up welcome to come learn about course etiquette, putting, chipping, pitching and swinging them iron and woods. Call 406728-8629 for more info.
TUESDAY JULY 16 Meet other free-wheeling gals when Montana Dirt Girls meet every Tuesday around 6 PM on Tuesdays for hiking or mountain biking in the Missoula area. For locations and more information, visit mtdirtgirls.tripod.com. Free.
WEDNESDAY JULY 17 Find out how to avoid conflict with Smokey and Pooh’s cousins at the “Living and Recreating in Bear Country” presentation by Erin Edge, an associate with Defenders of Wildlife, at Frenchtown Pond State Park. 3 PM. Find out how to rig up a rain barrel during a MUD workshop from 6 to 8 PM tonight at MUD Central, 1527 Wyoming St. It’s a popular class so hop to it and email programs@mudproject.org to sign up.
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There’s an argument that we didn’t just domestic animals; they went a long way toward domesticating us. A March 2013 National Geographic article by Brian Hare and Vanessa Woods says wolves may have originally moved in on human territory while scavenging our trash, and found that humans were responsive to friendliness. As they evolved alongside us, transforming into tail-wagging dogs, they helped us hunt, and we shared our food and warmth. These days, dogs provide an astounding number of services, from drug-sniffing to seizuredetecting to old-fashioned hunting. And besides that, dogs (and cats) tug at our heartstrings because they provide companionship. They’re our buddies. My border collie Jett lives for our walks down to the river. Coming home to my friendly kitty Godric is a highlight of my day. A big part of the contract with critters is that if we remove their ability to take care of themselves— if we breed animals that can’t fend for themselves in the wild—we have a duty to take care of them. Sadly, that doesn’t always happen. People neglect or abandon their pets, or skip spaying or neutering
them. That’s where places like AniMeals comes in. This no-kill shelter takes in animals and gives them food, comfort, treatments and a place to stay before matching them up with new homes. The shelter celebrates 10 years of operation with a barbecue, which includes pet portraits, games and dog and cat adoptions. Maybe find yourself a new buddy, or just celebrate the ones you already love. —Kate Whittle AniMeals Carnival Block Party is Sat., July 13, from 11 AM to 4 PM at the shelter, 1700 Rankin Street, behind Gull Boats off West Broadway. Pet food donations welcome. Visit animeals.com.
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Learn about Homeword’s Northside property, which features neat-o rooftop gardens, plus info on the nonprofit’s work with sustainable, affordable housing in Missoula. Tour includes light lunch. Noon-1 PM, 330 N. First St. W. RSVP to Jeannine@homeword.org.
Knitting For Peace meets at Joseph’s Coat, 115 S. Third St. W. All knitters of all skill levels are welcome. 1–3 PM. For information, call 543-3955.
SATURDAY JULY 13 Tres amigos should apply to the Kalispell Firefighters Association inaugural Three on Three Basketball Tournament, held on the block of First Avenue East between Center and Second Street. $100 per team. Check out kalispellfirefighters.org or visit a city fire station. Anyone facing loss or illness is welcome to the free Simple Writing; Transitions workshop offered by Living Art of Montana. Participants will explore themes through writing. 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Living Art of Montana, 725 W. Alder No. 17. Visit livingartofmontana.com or call 549-5329.
MONDAY JULY 15 Come on down for Moscow Monday at the Montgomery Distillery, 129 W. Front St., where the distillery redistributes the wealth. (It ain’t called Wall Street Wednesday, amiright?) $1 from every drink sold is donated to a different non-profit each Monday. Family friendly, from noon–8 PM. The UM Climate Action Now Meeting is out to save the day, promoting sustainability and environmental action. UM FLAT, 633 Fifth St. E. 6:30 PM. Find out how the Garden City grows at the weekly Missoula City Council meeting, where you can no doubt expect ranting public commenters, PowerPoint presentations and subtle wit from Mayor Engen. Missoula council chambers, 140 W. Pine St. Meetings are the first four Mondays of every month at 7 PM, except for holidays.
Remember this the next time you have an argument about whether glasses go right-sideup or upside-down in the cupboard. The five-week Compassionate Communication Class at Living Art, 725 W. Alder St. Unit 17., promises to offer tools to bring “ease, clarity and personal integrity” to every conversation. Every Tue. from 6 to 7:30 PM from July 2 to July 30. Learn more by emailing info@PatrickMarsolek.com. $50/$90 for two people. Learn how to give and receive empathy with Patrick Marsolek during Compassionate Communication, a non-violent communication weekly practice group, at the Jeanette Rankin Peace Center, 519 S. Higgins Ave. Noon. Free.
WEDNESDAY JULY 17 Kate Davies, author of The Rise of the U.S. Environmental Health Movement, presents a reading and discussion. Davis has advocated for environmental issues in North America for 35 years, and worked with Greenpeace and the Royal Society of Canada, among others. Joining her is Florence Williams, author of Breasts: A Natural and Unnatural History. Shakespeare and Co., 103 S. Third St. W. 7 PM. Check out environmentalhealthmovement.org. (See Spotlight.)
THURSDAY JULY 18 Honor your connection to the earth and the glorious array of life on it during the Children of the Earth Tribe Song and Chant Circle at the Jeannette Rankin Peace Center. 519 S. Higgins, enter through back alley door. 7 PM. Free will offering.
AGENDA is dedicated to upcoming events embodying activism, outreach and public participation. Send your who/what/when/where and why to AGENDA, c/o the Independent, 317 S. Orange, Missoula, MT 59801. You can also email entries to calendar@missoulanews.com or send a fax to (406) 543-4367. AGENDA’s deadline for editorial consideration is 10 days prior to the issue in which you’d like your information to be included. When possible, please include appropriate photos/artwork.
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THE UPGRADEST LOVE OF ALL I'm a single dad of three children, who are my world, and it was a battle to get custody of them. For three years, I've dated a woman with grown children, and on our shared birthday (Valentine's Day), I proposed and she accepted. Two days later, she ended everything via text and hasn't spoken to me since. She claimed she wants to come first in someone's life, and my kids and dealings with my ex-wife took priority. Didn't she figure this out earlier? Three weeks after she broke things off, I learned she was "in love" with an older rich guy with no children and that she's spreading lies about me to mutual friends. We had a great relationship, and using her words, were "total soulmates." Now she tells people how miserable she was. Even her friends are confused. —Baffled It seems she's got a new take on a classic soulmate anthem: "You are my sunshine, my only sunshine, except, hey, check out that old rich guy over there!" What a lucky lady. No sooner did she realize that her current soulmate was no longer working for her than another popped up, right in the same town and everything. The truth is, even nice, wellmeaning people can go floating along thinking they're in a relationship they want until their partner says, "Hey, wanna make it for realsies?" Chances are, your girlfriend long resented your prioritizing your kids but just sucked it up—until you got down on one knee and presented her with the fork in the road. With the prospect of permanence on the horizon, everything suddenly became clear: One road leads to a lifetime battling for your cash and attention, and the other has Snow White awakening from her coma and realizing she could get a better deal. A partner's use of the term "total soulmates!" suggests that one is either dating a 14-year-old or somebody about as emotionally and romantically mature. The idea of soulmates actually traces back to Plato. He wrote about a "symposium" (ancient Greek for "kegger") at which an apparently tanked Aristophanes claimed there were once three sexes—male, female, and this weird he/she thing, round like a soccer ball, with four hands, four feet, and two faces. According to Ari, humans got power-hungry and attacked the gods. The gods were pissed. They contemplated annihilating humanity with thunderbolts and then realized
there'd be nobody left to leave them offerings. Zeus instead punished the humans by hacking the he/shes in two—male and female—and after Apollo reshaped them to look like we do now, the gods dispersed them, compelling them to forever be searching for their "other half." Supposedly, those few who are lucky enough to find theirs spend the rest of their lives making googoo eyes at each other on a picnic blanket while all the other couples are taking turns sobbing into a pillow in marriage counseling or sex therapy. Ironically, back here in the real world, a person who believes she's your soulmate is actually a flight risk. Social psychologist Dr. C. Raymond Knee has explored the effect on relationships from "destiny belief"— the belief that people have "soulmates," that relationships are either fated to be or they're not—versus "growth belief," the belief that successful relationships don't just fall out of the sky; they take work. Partners with growth belief think that relationships are "cultivated and developed" over time, that problems are a natural part of them, and that working through them is a way to build a closer and stronger bond. A destiny believer, on the other hand, tends to see problems as a sign she's in the wrong place and as reason to bail. As for why your self-proclaimed soulmate dumped you via text and then trashtalked you all over town, well, some women are into shoes that match their handbag; yours turned out to have a cold heart to go with her cold feet. This strongly suggests that what she felt for you was not love but "love the one you're with" (aka adventures in mercenary pragmatism). A romantic partner might need to end things with you, but if she ever loved you, she doesn't turn on you the moment you're no longer of use to her. In trashing you now, chances are she's trying to punish you for her failure to figure out what she really wanted and maybe trying to justify dumping you to both herself and her friends. The way for you to go forward is by looking backward. Explore whether you bought into the idea that she was loving and didn't allow yourself to see the woman she appears to be—one who's looking for that special someone to take her hand and walk off into the sunset with her toward his bank's nearest ATM.
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to send a resume in PDF format e-mail office@MissoulaChildbloom.com RECREATION SPECIALIST – OUTDOOR RECREATION Complete job description and required City application available at City of Missoula Human Resources Dept., 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802-4297, (406) 552-6130 or apply on-line at www.ci.missoula.mt.us/jobs. Closing Date: 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 20, 2013. EEO/AA/ADA Employer. Qualified women, veterans, minority and handicapped individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. RECREATION SPECIALIST Bachelor’s Degree in recreation administration or related field and one year of outdoor recreation program experience OR three years of outdoor recreation program experience in a moderate to large organization, nationally recognized Wilderness First Responder and CPR certifications required. $18.37/hr. JOB# 2984725, Missoula Job Service 728-7060
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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY By Rob Brezsny ARIES (March 21-April 19): The Space Needle is a tourist attraction in Seattle. It's taller than the Washington Monument but shorter than the Eiffel Tower. Near the top of the structure is a circular restaurant that rotates slowly, making one complete turn every 47 minutes. The motor that moves this 125-ton mass is small: only 1.5 horsepower. In the coming days, Aries, I foresee you having a metaphorically similar ability. You will be able to wield a great deal of force with a seemingly small and compact "engine." TAURUS (April 20-May 20): "How many years can some people exist before they're allowed to be free?" asked Bob Dylan in one of his most famous songs, written in 1962. "The answer is blowin' in the wind," he concluded. Many people hailed the tune as a civil rights anthem. Thirteen years later, a hippie cowboy named Jerry Jeff Walker released "Pissing in the Wind," a rowdy song that included the line, "The answer is pissing in the wind." It was decidedly less serious than the tune it paid homage to, with Walker suggesting that certain events in his life resembled the act described in the title. "Makin' the same mistakes, we swore we'd never make again," he crooned. All of this is my way of letting you know, Taurus, that you're at a fork. In one direction is a profound, even noble, "blowin' in the wind" experience. In the other, it would be like "pissing in the wind." Which do you prefer? It's up to you. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The Italian artist Duccio di Buoninsegna painted his Madonna and Child sometime around the year 1300. It's a compact piece of art—just eleven inches high and eight inches wide. Nevertheless, New York's Metropolitan Museum paid $45 million for the pleasure of owning it. I propose that we choose this diminutive treasure as your lucky symbol for the next eight to ten months, Gemini. May it inspire you as you work hard to create a small thing of great value.
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CANCER (June 21-July 22): When the comic book hero Superman first appeared on the scene in 1938, he had the power to jump over tall buildings, but he couldn't fly. By 1941, he was hovering in mid-air, and sometimes moving around while floating. Eventually, he attained the ability to soar long distances, even between stars. Your own destiny may have parallels to Superman's in the coming months, Cancerian. It's possible you will graduate, metaphorically speaking, from taking big leaps to hovering in mid-air. And if you work your butt off to increase your skill, you might progress to the next level—the equivalent of full-out flight—by March 2014.
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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): "It's never too late to become what you might have been," said novelist George Eliot. I'd like you to keep that thought in mind throughout the rest of 2013 and beyond, Leo. I trust you will allow its sly encouragement to work its way down into your darkest depths, where it will revive your discouraged hopes and wake up your sleeping powers. Here are the potential facts as I see them: In the next ten months, you will be in prime time to reclaim the momentum you lost once upon a time . . . to dive back into a beloved project you gave up on . . . and maybe even resuscitate a dream that made your eyes shine when you were younger and more innocent.
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VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When I first arrived in Santa Cruz some years back, I helped start a New Wave-punk band called Mystery Spot. Our first drummer was a guy named Lucky Lehrer. After a few months, our manager decided Lucky wasn't good enough and kicked him out of the band. Lucky took it hard, but didn't give up. He joined the seminal punk band the Circle Jerks, and went on to have a long and successful career. Flipside magazine even named him the best punk drummer of all time. I suspect, Virgo, that in the next ten to twelve months you will have a chance to achieve the beginning of some Lucky Lehrer-type redemption. In what area of your life would you like to experience it?
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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): According to my reading of the astrological omens, the next 12 months will be a time when you will have more power than usual to turn your dreams into realities. You'll have extra skill at translating your ideals into practical action. To help make sure you capitalize on this potential, I suggest you adopt this Latin phrase as your motto: a posse ad esse. It means "from being possible to being actual." So why not simply make your motto "from being possible to being actual"? Why bother with the Latin version? Because I think your motto should be exotic and mysterious—a kind of magical incantation.
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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In 2010, two economics professors from Harvard wrote a paper that became a crucial piece of evidence for the global austerity movement. Politicians used it to justify their assertion that the best way to cure our long-running financial ills is for governments to spend less money. Oddly, no one actually studied the paper to see if it was based on accurate data until April 2013. Then Thomas Herndon, a 28-year-old Ph.D. student at the University of Massachusetts, dived in and discovered fundamental mistakes that largely discredited the professors' conclusions. I believe you have a similar mojo going for you, Scorpio. Through clear thinking and honest inquiry, you have the power to get at truths everyone else has missed.
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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Breakthrough will probably not arrive wrapped in sweetness and a warm glow, nor is it likely to be catalyzed by a handsome prince or pretty princess. No, Sagittarius. When the breakthrough barges into your life, it may be a bit dingy and dank, and it may be triggered by questionable decisions or weird karma. So in other words, the breakthrough may have resemblances to a breakdown, at least in the beginning. This would actually be a good omen—a sign that your deliverance is nothing like you imagined it would be, and probably much more interesting.
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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In a wheat field, a rose is a weed—even if that rose is voluptuous and vibrant. I want you to promise me that you will work hard to avoid a fate like that in the coming months, Capricorn. Everything depends on you being in the right place at the right time. It's your sacred duty to identify the contexts in which you can thrive and then put yourself in those contexts. Please note: The ambiance that's most likely to bring out the best in you is not necessarily located in a high-status situation where everyone's ambition is amped to the max.
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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Is your soul feeling parched? In your inner world, are you experiencing the equivalent of a drought? If so, maybe you will consider performing a magic ritual that could help get you on track for a cure. Try this: Go outside when it's raining or misting. If your area is going through a dry spell, find a waterfall or high-spouting fountain and put yourself in close proximity. Then stand with your legs apart and spread your arms upwards in a gesture of welcome. Turn your face toward the heavens, open up your mouth, and drink in the wetness for as long as it takes for your soul to be hydrated again. (In an emergency, frolicking under a sprinkler might also work.)
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PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Igor Stravinsky was a 20th-century composer who experimented with many styles of music, including the avant-garde work "The Rite of Spring." "My music is best understood by children and animals," he said. In my vision of your ideal life, Pisces, that will also be true about you in the coming week: You will be best understood by children and animals. Why? Because I think you will achieve your highest potential if you're as wild and free as you dare. You will be fueled by spontaneity and innocence, and care little about what people think of you. Play a lot, Pisces! Be amazingly, blazingly uninhibited. Go to RealAstrology.com to check out Rob Brezsny’s EXPANDED WEEKLY AUDIO HOROSCOPES and DAILY TEXT MESSAGE HOROSCOPES. The audio horoscopes are also available by phone at 1-877-873-4888 or 1-900-950-7700.
[C4] Missoula Independent • July 11– July 18, 2013
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PUBLIC NOTICES CITY OF MISSOULA INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received at the office of the City Clerk, 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, Montana, until 1:00 p.m., on Thursday, July 25, 2013, and will then be opened and publicly read in the Mayor’s Conference Room for the furnishing of all labor, equipment and materials for construction of the following: BCE Project 13327 Bank Street Parking Garage Structural Repairs and Maintenance This project consists of repair of damaged concrete items, replacement of joint sealants and top coat sealer application per attached documents prepared by Beaudette Consulting Engineers, Inc (BCE). Bidders shall submit sealed bids as prescribed in the Project Manual addressed to the City Clerk, City of Missoula, enclosed in sealed envelopes plainly marked on the outside “Proposal for Bank Street Parking Garage Structural Repairs and Maintenance” The envelopes shall also be marked with the Bidder’s Name, Address and Montana Contractor’s Registration Number. Proposals must be accompanied by cash, cashier’s check, certified check, or bank money order drawn and issued by a national banking association located in the State of Montana, or by any banking corporation incorporated in the State of Montana, or by a bid bond or bonds executed by a surety corporation authorized to do business in the State of Montana in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total bid as a guarantee that the successful bidder will enter into the required contract. The bid security shall identify the same firm as is noted on the bid proposal form. Performance and Payment Bonds will be required of the successful bidder in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the aggregate of the proposal for the faithful performance of the contract, and protection of the City of Missoula against liability. A complete set of the Contract Documents and Project Manual will be furnished the Contractors making application therefore from Development Services, 435 Ryman, Missoula, Montana, upon payment of $50.00 by company check, cashier’s check, or bank money order (cash can not be accepted). Full amount of payment will be refunded upon return of the plans and specifications in good condition within ten (10) days after bid opening. Contractor and any of the contractor’s subcontractors doing work on this project will be required to obtain registration with the Montana Department of Labor
and Industry (DLI) except as listed in MCA 39-9-211. Information on registration can be obtained from the Department of Labor and Industry by calling 1-406-444-7734. Contractor is required to have registered with the DLI prior to bidding on this project. All laborers and mechanics employed by contractor or subcontractors in performance of this construction work shall be paid wages at rates as may be required by law. The contractor performing work on a “Public works contract” shall not pay less than the latest Montana Labor Standard Provisions minimum wage as determined by the U.S. Secretary of Labor. A copy of said wage rate is attached as part of the contract documents. The provisions of this part do not apply in those instances in which the standard prevailing rate of wages is determined by federal law. “Public works contract” means a contract for construction services let by the state, county, municipality, school district, or political subdivision or for non-construction services let by the state, county, municipality, or political subdivision in which the total cost of the contract is in excess of $25,000. The contractor must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against on the basis race, ancestry, color, physical or mental disability, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or familial status, creed, ex-offender status, physical condition, political belief, public assistance status or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, except where these criteria are reasonable bona fide occupational qualifications. Successful contractors and vendors are required to comply with City of Missoula Business Licensing requirements. The City of Missoula reserves the right to waive informalities, to reject any and all bids, and, if all bids are rejected, to re advertise under the same or new specifications, or to make such an award as in the judgment of its officials best meets the City’s requirements. Any objections to published specifications must be filed in written form with the City Clerk prior to the bid opening at 1:00 p.m. on July 25, 2013. The City of Missoula provides accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with a person’s ability to participate in any service, program, or activity of the City. To request accommodation, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (406)552-6079. Bid announcements and bid results are posted on the city’s website at
JONESIN’ C r o s s w o r d s www.ci.missoula.mt.us/bids. /s/ Martha L. Rehbein, CMC City Clerk CITY OF MISSOULA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Missoula City Council will hold a public hearing on July 22, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 140 West Pine, Missoula, Montana, to hear public comment on an Ordinance amending MMC Title 5, adding Chapter 110 titled “Online Privacy Protections.” A copy of the ordinance is on file in the City Clerk office. For further information contact Marty Rehbein, City Clerk at 552-6078. If you have comments, please mail them to: City Clerk, 435 Ryman, Missoula, MT 59802. /s/ Martha L. Rehbein, CMC, City Clerk MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT Cause No. DN-12-76 Department No. 3 District Judge John W. Larson Related Cause Nos. DN-09-49, DN-09-50, DN-09-51 SUMMONS AND CITATION IN THE MATTER OF DECLARING I.J., A YOUTH IN NEED OF CARE. TO: Athena Oldhorn Re: I.J, born October 19, 2010 to Athena Oldhorn YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Child and Family Services Division (CFS), 2677 Palmer Street, Suite 300, Missoula, Montana 59808, has filed a Petition to Terminate Parental Rights of I.J.’s mother or for said youth to be otherwise cared for; Now, Therefore, YOU ARE HEREBY CITED AND DIRECTED to appear on the 15th day of August, 2013 at 11:15 a.m. at the Courtroom of the above entitled Court at the Courthouse, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, Missoula County, Montana, then and there to show cause, if any you may have, why your parental rights to I.J. should not be terminated; why CFS’ temporary legal custody of I.J. should not be extended; why the Petition should not be granted or why said youth should not be otherwise cared for. Athena Oldhorn is represented by Court-appointed attorney Kelli Sather, Office of the Public Defender, 610 Woody Street; Missoula, MT; (406) 5235140. Your failure to appear at the hearing constitutes a denial of your interest in custody of the youth, which denial will result, without further notice of this proceeding or any subsequent proceeding, in judgment by default being entered for the relief requested in the Petition. A copy of the Petition hereinbefore referred to is filed with the Clerk of District Court for Missoula County, telephone (406) 2584780. WITNESS the Honorable John W. Larson, Judge of the above-entitled Court and the Seal of this Court, this 17th day of June, 2013. /s/ John W. Larson, District Court Judge MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Cause No. DV-13-644 Dept. No. 2 Notice of Hearing on Name Change In the Matter of the Name Change of Shannon Lynn Foley, Petitioner. This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Shannon Lynn Foley to Shannon
Lynn Drye. The hearing will be on 8/13/2013 at 11:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Missoula County. Date: June 13, 2013. /s/ Shirley E. Faust, Clerk of District Court By; /s/ Andy Brunkhart, Deputy Clerk of Court MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Cause No. DV-13-666 Dept. No. 4 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PROPOSED NAME CHANGE In the Matter of the Name Change of PRESTON RAY QUINTANA, SHERYLL STEWART, Petitioner. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT Petitioner, Sheryll Stewart, has petitioned the District Court for the Fourth Judicial District for a change of name from Preston Ray Quintana to Preston Ray Stewart. Hearing has been set thereon at the courtroom of the above-entitled Court in Missoula County, State of Montana, on the 30th day of July, 2013 at the hour of 1:30 o’clock p.m. At any time before the hearing, objections may be filed by any person who can demonstrate good reasons against the change of name. DATED this 21st day of June, 2013. /s/ SHIRLEY E. FAUST, CLERK OF COURT By: /s/ Laura M. Driscoll, Deputy Clerk of Court MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 2
CLARK FORK STORAGE
will auction to the highest bidder abandoned storage units owing delinquent storage rent for the following unit(s): 75, 87, 95, 145, 155, 195, 201, 227 and 267. Units can contain furniture, cloths, chairs, toys, kitchen supplies, tools, sports equipment, books, beds, other misc household goods, vehicles & trailers. These units may be viewed starting 7/15/2013 by appt only by calling 541-7919. Written sealed bids may be submitted to storage offices at 3505 Clark Fork Way, Missoula, MT 59808 prior to 7/18/2013 at 4:00 P.M. Buyer's bid will be for entire contents of each unit offered in the sale. Only cash or money orders will be accepted for payment. Units are reserved subject to redemption by owner prior to sale. All Sales final.
Cause No. DP-13-102 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN RE THE ESTATE OF ROBERT S. SHATZKIN, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sandra Guida has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named Estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be mailed to Sandra Guida, Personal Representative, return receipt requested, c/o Timothy D. Geiszler, GEISZLER & FROINES, PC, 619 Southwest Higgins, Suite K, Missoula, Montana 59803 or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. DATED this 29th day of April, 2013. GEISZLER & FROINES, PC /s/ Timothy D. Geiszler, Attorneys for the Personal Representative. I declare under penalty of perjury and under the laws of the state of Montana that the foregoing is true and correct. DATED this 23rd day of April, 2013 /s/ Sandra Guida, Personal Representa-
EAGLE SELF STORAGE
will auction to the highest bidder abandoned storage units owing delinquent storage rent for the following units: 102, 219, 365, 385, 478, 479, 578, and 637. Units contain furniture, cloths, chairs, toys, kitchen supplies, tools, sports equipment, books, beds & other misc. household goods. These units may be viewed starting Monday, July 22, 2013. All auction units will only be shown each day at 3 P.M. Written sealed bids may be submitted to storage office at 4101 Hwy 93 S., Missoula, MT 59804 prior to Thursday, July 25, 2013 at 4:00 P.M. Buyers bid will be for entire contents of each unit offered in the sale. Only cash or money orders will be accepted for payment. Units are reserved subject to redemption by owner prior to sale. All sales are final.
As the General Contractor/Construction Manager, Jackson Contractor Group, Inc. on behalf of Missoula County, will be accepting prequalification responses from mechanical, electrical and plumbing subcontracting firms for the Missoula County Courthouse/Annex, Office Remodel Phase 3 at the Missoula County Courthouse/Annex. The qualification statements are due on July 15th at 3:00pm MST to the Jackson Contractor Group, Inc. office located at 5800 Highway 93 South, Missoula, Montana 59804. Qualifications statements may be mailed to P.O. Box 967, Missoula, Montana, 59806 or emailed to Project Manager, Mark Kobos at markk@jacksoncontractorgroup.com. Prequalification packets can be obtained through Jackson Contractor Group, Inc. Please contact Hattie Redmon at hattier@jacksoncontractorgroup.com or 406-542-9150 to request the Request for Qualifications Packet.
"Hunt and Peck"–keys are the key. by Matt Jones
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1 Guards check them 8 Air gun pellets 11 Sent to the canvas 14 He played strong, silent roles 15 Comedy club laugh 16 Engage in mimicry 17 Precious coin? 19 Soak up the sun 20 2012 British Open winner Ernie 21 First name in 1990s daytime TV 22 One way to answer a question 24 California volcanic peak 26 It comes before E 28 "I Lost It at the Movies" author Pauline 30 "The Far Side" organism 33 Thinking clearly 36 Judge's affirmations 39 Bump into 40 Each, pricewise 41 Maker of Musk cologne and perfume 42 Oozy cheese 43 3-time WSOP champ Ungar 44 More like kitten videos 45 Early synthetic fiber 46 Pays tribute to 48 Polaris, e.g. 50 Get flinchy 53 Printer's measurements 57 Sean of "Will & Grace" 59 "Jurassic Park" inhabitants, for short 61 Charter ___ (tree on Connecticut's state quarter) 62 Gig gear 63 Celebrants "in the house" 66 Michelle Obama, ___ Robinson 67 Pre-kiss statement 68 Hard to catch 69 Channel with the U.S. remake of "The Chase"
Last week’s solution
70 Eating LOLcat syllable 71 Like the four theme entries in this puzzle, as it were
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1 Apply force 2 "Little Rascals" girl 3 Green vegetable 4 Play the part 5 "What's wrong with the first one?" work 6 Time of origin 7 Dines late 8 Former child actress Amanda 9 Hot dog holder 10 Stadium filmers 11 "Firework" singer 12 Australian gem 13 Say it didn't happen 18 Muslim holiday 23 Gold, to Mexicans 25 Pass over 27 Jessica of the PTL Club scandal 29 Bandit's take 31 Scott who plays Bob Loblaw 32 Last word in sermons 33 Tongue-___ (scold) 34 "If it were ___ me..." 35 Local lockup 37 Abbr. for Monopoly properties 38 Does some paving 41 No more than 42 Shakespeare, with "the" 44 Glover who was banned from Letterman's show 45 Lift, like a glass 47 Come up short 49 Like some paper towels 51 AOL giveaway of the past 52 Battleship success 54 Sun helmets 55 Make equal parts, maybe 56 Sport with clay pigeons 57 Display in a gallery 58 Home of Iowa State 60 Russian refusal 64 "Without further ___..." 65 Sugar suffix
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montanaheadwall.commissoulanews.com • July 11– July 18, 2013 [C5]
PUBLIC NOTICES tive MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 4 Probate No. DP-13-125 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LORI L. SCHWENK, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said estate are required to present their claim within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Jeri J. Tschida, return receipt requested, c/o Worden Thane PC, PO Box 4747, Missoula, MT 59806 or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 14th day of June, 2013. /s/ Jeri J. Tschida, Personal Representative I declare under penalty of perjury and under the laws of the State of Montana that the foregoing is true and correct. /s/ Jeri J. Tschida WORDEN THANE PC Attorneys for Personal Representative /s/ Jane E. Cowley NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER DEED OF TRUST TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Notice is hereby given to the public and to the following: Andrew Henckel 2712 S. 7th Street W. Missoula MT 59804 Andrew Henckel 2275 Larch Camp Road Missoula MT 59803 Montana Department of Labor & Industry P.O. Box 1728 Helena MT 59624 CMG Construction, Inc. c/o Gerry Fagen, Esq. 27N 27th St. #301 P.O. Box 2559 Montana Department of Revenue P.O. Box 5805 Helena MT 59604 Sherri Henckel 2712 S. 7th Street W. Missoula MT 59804 Sherri Henckel 2275 Larch Camp Road Missoula MT 59803 Montana DPHHS Child Support Enforcement Division Office of the Administrative Law Judge 111 N. Jackson 2c P.O. Box 202922 Helena MT 596202922 IRS Advisory Group 1999 Broadway MS 5021DEN Denver CO 80202-2490 2. Real Property. This Notice concerns the following described Real Property: Lot Three (3) in Section Ten (10), Township Twelve (12) North, Range Nineteen (19) west, MPM, Missoula County Montana. 3. Loan Secured by the Real Property. Martha M. Powell made a loan to Andrew Henckel and Sherri Henckel (“Henckels”). Henckels executed a Trust Indenture encumbering the Real Property to secure payment and satisfaction of a Montana Trust Indenture Note in the original principal amount of $225,000.00. 4. Trust Indenture Securing the Loan Obligation. Grantors Andrew Henckel and Sherri Henckel, executed and delivered to Martha M. Powell a Deed of Trust described as follows: Date: December 10, 2010 Grantor: Andrew Henckel and Sherri Henckel Original Trustee: First American Title Company Lender/Beneficiary: Martha M. Powell Recorded in the records of Missoula County, Montana, as follows: Date: December 13, 2010 Recording reference: Document No.2201024694, Book: 870, Page: 1187 Substitute Trustee. The following was substituted as Trustee: Julie R. Sirrs Boone Karlberg PC 201 West Main, Suite 300 P. O. Box 9199 Missoula, MT 59807-9199 Telephone: (406) 543-6646 Facsimile: (406) 549-6804 by a written document recorded in the
records of Missoula County, Montana as follows: Dated: March 11, 2013 Recorded: March 11, 2013 Recording reference: Document No. 201304853, Book: 909, Page: 1019 5. Default. Henckels are in default of the terms and obligations contained in the Trust Indenture Note and Trust Indenture. Henckels are in default due to the failure to timely pay Martha M. Powell. 6. Amount Owing. The amounts owing are as follows: Principal: $218,530.95 Interest through 4/23/13: $5,215.11 Late charge balance: $284.44 Trustee’s Sale Guarantee: $708.00 TOTAL $224,738.50 Interest continues to accrue on this Promissory Note and loan at the daily rate of $38.92 from April 26, 2013, until paid. The total balance due on this obligation secured by the Trust Indenture, is the sum of the above items, plus attorney fees and costs allowed by law. The exact amount owing as of the date of sale will be provided upon request made to the under signed prior to the date of said sale. 7. Notice of Sale. Notice is hereby given that the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust and the Trustee hereby elect to sell or cause to be sold the Real Property described above to satisfy the obligations secured by the Trust Indenture. The sale will be held at the following date, time and place: Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2013 Time: 10:00 a.m. Place: Missoula County Courthouse 200 West Broadway Missoula MT 59802 The Trustee will sell the Property at public auction to the highest bidder, in cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of the sale. DATED this 26th day of April, 2013. By: /s/ Julie R. Sirrs Successor Trustee STATE OF MONTANA): COUNTY OF MISSOULA) This instrument was acknowledged before me on the 26th day of April, 2013, by Julie R. Sirrs, Successor Trustee. /s/ Nancy Randazzo Notary Public for the State of Montana Residing at Missoula, Montana My Commission Expires: March 01, 2017 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Reference is hereby made to that certain trust indenture/deed of trust (“Deed of Trust”) dated 07/30/10, recorded as Instrument No. 201014805 Bk 863 Pg 1096, mortgage records of Missoula County, Montana in which David E. Evans and Dennis E. Evans, as joint tenants, (and not as tenants in common) and to the survivor of said named joint tenants, and to the heirs and assigns of such survivor husband and wife was Grantor, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. was Beneficiary and Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. was Trustee. First American Title Insurance Company has succeeded Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. as Successor Trustee. The Deed of Trust encumbers real property (“Property”) located in Missoula County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: A tract of land located in the NW1/4SW1/4 of Section 14, Township 13 North, Range 19 West, P.M.M., Missoula County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of said NW1/4SW1/4, of Section 14; thence S. 00 degrees 06’30” E., along the West line of said NW1/4SW1/4, a distance of 425 feet to the true point of beginning; thence N 89 degrees 53’30” E., along a 5 foot wide rock wall, a distance of 155 feet; thence S. 00 degrees 06’30” E.,
120 feet; thence S. 89 degrees 53’30” W., 155 feet to a point on said West line of the NW1/4SW1/4; thence N 00 degrees 06’30” W., along said West line of the NW1/4SW1/4, a distance of 120 feet to the true point of Beginning. Beneficiary has declared the Grantor in default of the terms of the Deed of Trust and the promissory note (“Note”) secured by the Deed of Trust because of Grantor’s failure timely to pay all monthly installments of principal, interest and, if applicable, escrow reserves for taxes and/or insurance as required by the Note and Deed of Trust. According to the Beneficiary, the obligation evidenced by the Note (“Loan”) is now due for the 01/01/13 installment payment and all monthly installment payments due thereafter. As of May 6, 2013, the amount necessary to fully satisfy the Loan was $107,661.46. This amount includes the outstanding principal balance of $104,213.35, plus accrued interest, accrued late charges, accrued escrow installments for insurance and/or taxes (if any) and advances for the protection of beneficiary’s security interest (if any). Because of the defaults stated above, Beneficiary has elected to sell the Property to satisfy the Loan and has instructed Successor Trustee to commence sale proceedings. Successor Trustee will sell the Property at public auction on the front steps of the Missoula County Courthouse, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802, City of Missoula on September 16, 2013 at 11:00 AM, Mountain Time. The sale is a public sale and any person, including Beneficiary and excepting only Successor Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding at the sale location in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by trustee’s deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis. Grantor, successor in interest to Grantor or any other person having an interest in the Property may, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, pay to Beneficiary the entire amount then due on the Loan (including foreclosure costs and expenses actually incurred and trustee’s and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred. Tender of these sums shall effect a cure of the defaults stated above (if all non-monetary defaults are also cured) and shall result in Trustee’s termination of the foreclosure and cancellation of the foreclosure sale. The trustee’s rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by the reference. You may also access sale status at www.Northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. (TS# 7023.105759) 1002.249304-File No. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Reference is hereby made to that certain trust indenture/deed of trust (“Deed of Trust”) dated 11/14/07, recorded as Instrument No. 200731486 Bk 809 Pg 1387, mortgage records of Missoula County, Montana in which Richard A. Gensch and Lynn Gensch, husband and wife, who acquired title as Richard Gensch and Lynn Gensch, as joint tenants (and not as tenants in common) and to the survivor of said named joint tenants was Grantor, Wells
[C6] Missoula Independent • July 11– July 18, 2013
Fargo Bank, N.A. was Beneficiary and Wells Fargo Financial National Bank was Trustee. First American Title Insurance Company has succeeded Wells Fargo Financial National Bank as Successor Trustee. The Deed of Trust encumbers real property (“Property”) located in Missoula County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: A tract of land located in the NE 1/4 of Section 10, Township 13 North, Range 17 West, P.M.M., Missoula County, Montana, being more particularly described as Tract 2 of Certificate of Survey No. 4385. Beneficiary has declared the Grantor in default of the terms of the Deed of Trust and the promissory note (“Note”) secured by the Deed of Trust because of Grantor’s failure timely to pay all monthly installments of principal, interest and, if applicable, escrow reserves for taxes and/or insurance as required by the Note and Deed of Trust. According to the Beneficiary, the obligation evidenced by the Note (“Loan”) is now due for the 08/20/12 installment payment and all monthly installment payments due thereafter. As of May 23, 2013, the amount necessary to fully satisfy the Loan was $99,640.26. This amount includes the outstanding principal balance of $95,427.04, plus accrued interest, accrued late charges, accrued escrow installments for insurance and/or taxes (if any) and advances for the protection of beneficiary’s security interest (if any). Because of the defaults stated above, Beneficiary has elected to sell the Property to satisfy the Loan and has instructed Successor Trustee to commence sale proceedings. Successor Trustee will sell the Property at public auction on the front steps of the Missoula County Courthouse, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802, City of Missoula on October 2, 2013 at 11:00 AM, Mountain Time. The sale is a public sale and any person, including Beneficiary and excepting only Successor Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding at the sale location in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by trustee’s deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, whereis basis. Grantor, successor in interest to Grantor or any other person having an interest in the Property may, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, pay to Beneficiary the entire amount then due on the Loan (including foreclosure costs and expenses actually incurred and trustee’s and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred. Tender of these sums shall effect a cure of the defaults stated above (if all non-monetary defaults are also cured) and shall result in Trustee’s termination of the foreclosure and cancellation of the foreclosure sale. The trustee’s rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by the reference. You may also access sale status at www.Northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. (TS# 7777.19220) 1002.248122-File No. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S SALE on August 30, 2013, at 11:00 o’clock A.M. at the Main Entrance of the First American Title Company of
Montana located at 1006 West Sussex, Missoula, MT 59801, the following described real property situated in Missoula County, Montana: LOT 1 OF MORMON CREEK MEADOWS, A PLATTED SUBDIVISION IN MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL RECORDED PLAT THEREOF Darrin Traver, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to Stewart Title of Missoula County, Inc., as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration System, Inc, as Beneficiary by Deed of Trust dated October 11, 2007 recorded October 16, 2007 under Book 807, Page 727, Document No 200727367. The beneficial interest is currently held by Green Tree Servicing LLC. First American Title Company of Montana, Inc., is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, Montana. The beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust by failing to make the monthly payments due in the amount of $2140.76, beginning November 1, 2012, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. The total amount due on this obligation as of April 29, 2013 is $244,275.35 principal, interest at the rate of 6.75% now totaling $9,509.34, late charges in the amount of $252.95, escrow advances of $2,506.48, and other fees and expenses advanced of $15.00, plus accruing interest at the rate of $45.17 per diem, late charges, and other costs and fees that may be advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantors. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses of the sale and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Deed without any representation or warranty, including warranty of Title, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis, without limitation, the sale is being made subject to all existing conditions, if any, of lead paint, mold or other environmental or health hazards. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The grantor, successor in interest to the grantor or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, may pay to the beneficiary or the successor in interest to the beneficiary the entire amount then due under the deed of trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney’s fees)
other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason, and in the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: April 24, 2013 /s/ Shandale Gordon Assistant Secretary, First American Title Company of Montana, Inc. Successor Trustee Title Financial Specialty Services P.O. Box 339 Blackfoot ID 83221 STATE OF Idaho ))ss. County of Bingham ) On this 24th day of April, 2013, before me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Shandale Gordon, know to me to be the Assistant Secretary of First American Title Company of Montana, Inc., Successor Trustee, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same. /s/ Dalia Martinez Notary Public Bingham County, Idaho Commission expires: 2/18/2014 Green Tree vs. Traver 42072.003 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S SALE on September 3, 2013, at 11:00 o’clock A.M. at the Main Entrance of the First American Title Company of Montana located at 1006 West Sussex, Missoula, MT 59801, the following described real property situated in Missoula County, Montana: THE SOUTH 55 FEET OF LOT 31 AND THE NORTH 10 FEET OF LOT 32, BLOCK B, RAINBOW RANCH HOMES ADDITION. ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT THEREOF, AS FILED IN THE CLERK AND RECORDER’S OFFICE, MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA Michael C Brown, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to Charles J. Peterson, Attorney at Law, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration System, Inc, as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated September 08, 2006 recorded September 13, 2006 Book 783, Page 110, under Document No 200623458. The beneficial interest is currently held by Fannie Mae (“Federal National Mortgage Association”). First American Title Company of Montana, Inc., is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, Montana. The beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust by failing to make the monthly payments due in the amount of $639.08, beginning August 1, 2012, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. The total amount due on this obligation as of April 26, 2013 is $163,855.46 principal, interest at the rate of 2.0% now totaling $2,682.29, escrow advances of $1,414.58, and other fees and expenses advanced of $1,199.00, plus accruing interest at the rate of $8.98 per diem, late charges, and other costs and fees that may be advanced. The Beneficiary antici-
pates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantors. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses of the sale and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Deed without any representation or warranty, including warranty of Title, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis, without limitation, the sale is being made subject to all existing conditions, if any, of lead paint, mold or other environmental or health hazards. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The grantor, successor in interest to the grantor or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, may pay to the beneficiary or the successor in interest to the beneficiary the entire amount then due under the deed of trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason, and in the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: April 29, 2013 /s/ Lisa J Tornabene Assistant Secretary, First American Title Company of Montana, Inc. Successor Trustee Title Financial Specialty Services P.O. Box 339 Blackfoot ID 83221 STATE OF Idaho ))ss. County of Bingham ) On this 29th day of April, 2013, before me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Lisa J Tornabene, know to me to be the Assistant Secretary of First American Title Company of Montana, Inc., Successor Trustee, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same. /s/ Dalia Martinez Notary Public Bingham County, Idaho Commission expires: 2/18/2014 Seterus vs. Brown 42008.261
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1807 Missoula Avenue. Lovely Bavarian-style 3 bed, 2 bath in Lower Rattlesnake. Mount Jumbo views & 2 car garage. Pat McCormick, Properties 2000. 2407653. pat@properties2000.com
2401 Gilbert. 3 bed, 2 bath with attached single garage in Upper Rattlesnake. $310,000. Shannon Hilliard, Prudential Missoula 239-8350. shannon@prudentialmissoula.com
2607 Deer Canyon Court. 6 bed, 3 bath on Prospect Meadows cul-de-sac. Fenced yard, deck, hot tub and sweeping views. $465,000. Properties 2000. Pat McCormick 2407653. pat@properties2000.com 3 Bdr, 2 Bath Pleasant View home. $205,900. Prudential Montana. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com 3 Bdr, 2.5 Bath, Big Flat home on 5.3 acres. $475,500. Prudential Montana. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com 3 Bdr, 2.5 Bath, Wye area home on 3+ acres. $269,900. Prudential Montana. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com 3010 West Central. 3 bed, 1 bath on 5 acres in Target Range. Borders DNRC land. $499,900. Properties 2000.
1289 River Street $212,000 MLS #20132661 Bedrooms: Four • Bathrooms: Two Heat: Natural Gas, Fireplace Corner lot is walking and biking distance from just about everything you need! Included Appliances: Range • Refrigerator Dish Washer • Microwave Outdoor Features: Attached Garage • Fencing Deck • Sidewalks
1961 Blaine, Potomac $200,000 Gorgeous Potomac Property • MLS #20132758 Bedrooms: Three • Bathrooms: One and a half Square Feet: 1,080 • Lot Size: 8.77 acres Heat: Electric, wood & propane Included Appliances: Range • Refrigerator • Washer Outdoor Features: Detached Carport • Shed Fencing • Deck • Landscaped
403 Mount $227,500 Rose Garden Cottage • MLS #20132661 Bedrooms: Four • Bathrooms: One Square Feet: 1,987 • Lot Size: 5,500 sqft Heat: Electric, wood & propane Included Appliances: Range • Refrigerator Outdoor Features: Fenced • Sidewalks
19500 Hwy 200 E $299,900 Beautiful home across from the Blackfoot River MLS#: 20133596 Bedrooms: Three • Bathrooms: Two and a half Square Feet: 1,955 • Lot Size: 2 acres Garage: Double attached Included Appliances: Range • Refrigerator Dishwasher Outdoor Features: Landscaped • Outbuildings/Shop Underground Sprinklers • Deck • Playhouse
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soula 239-8350. shannon@prudentialmissoula.com
3324 West Central. 4 bed, 2.5 bath with open kitchen, covered patio & 2 car garage. $271,000. Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 546-5816. annierealtor@gmail.com
6301 Hillview. 5 bed, 3.5 bath with 360 degree South Hills views. Game room, 2 gas fireplaces & 3 car garage. $399,000. Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 546-5816. annierealtor@gmailcom
4 Bdr, 2.5 Bath, Rose Park/Slant Streets home. $395,000. Prudential Montana. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com 4449 Johnsrud Park Road. Incredible 3 bed, 2.5 bath on 2.52 acres along the Blackfoot River. $675,000. Vickie Honzel, Lambros ERA Real Estate 531-2605 4834 Scott Allen Drive. 4 bed, 3 bath 4-level on approximately 1/3 beautifully landscaped acre. $372,500. Betsy Milyard, Montana Preferred Properties. 541-7355. milyardhomes@yahoo.com 5006 Sonoma. Short sale through Wells Fargo. 3 bed, 2 bath with 2 car garage. $170,000. Rochelle Glasgow, Prudential Missoula. 728-8270. glasgow@montana.com 521 North 1st West. 2 bed, 1 bath with front & back decks, fenced yard & garage. $189,000. Shannon Hilliard, Prudential Missoula. 239-8350. shannon@prudentialmissoula.com 5501 Prospect. 4 bed, 4 bath adjacent to common area in Grant Creek. Sun room, hot tub and many upgrades. $385,000. Shannon Hilliard, Prudential Mis-
6544 McArthur. 3 bed, 2.5 bath with gas fireplace and 2 car garage. $240,000. Robin Rice, Montana Preferred Properties 240-6503. riceteam@bigsky.net 9755 Horseback Ridge. 3 bed, 3 bath on 5 acres overlooking Clark Fork River. Missoula Valley and Mission Mountain views. $420,000. Pat McCormick, Properties 2000. 240-7653. pat@properties2000.com Call me, Jon Freeland, for a free comparative market analysis. 360-8234 Central Business District Home! 426 Alder. $244,900. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Gorgeous little home blocks from downtown. Can be used for residential or professional office space. Refinished hardwoods, new paint/windows/doors. Ton of storage space. KD: 240-5227 porticorealestate.com Fantastic Lewis and Clark Area Home 130 Fairview. $265,000, 4 bedroom, 2 bath. Close to schools, downtown, University, hiking, biking, shopping. The basement has been recently remodeled, with new egress windows, bathroom, and carpet. KD: 240-5227 porticorealestate.com
Grant Creek Frontage. 4 bed, 3 bath with open floor plan, fireplace, deck & 2 car garage. $655,000. Betsy Milyard, Montana Preferred Properties. 541-7365 milyardhomes@yahoo.com Location Location Location! 1289 River Street: 4 bed, 2 bath newer home near the river, bike trails, Good Food Store, Home Resource and more! This location rocks! $212,000. KD 240-5227 porticorealestate.com Rose Park Beauty 403 Mount. 4bed, 1bath. New windows, refinished floors, newer roof and furnace. MLS# 20133900 $227,500 KD 2405227 porticorealestate.com Sweet Home With Character 533 Stephens. $255,000. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, finished attic space for extra room, hardwood floors, front covered porch, private back yard, so much charm and sweetness here. KD: 240-5227. porticorealestate.com”
$158,900. Rochelle Glasgow, Prudential Missoula 728-8270 glasgow@montana.com 2025 Mullan Road. Mullan Heights Riverfront Condos. Large secure units with affordable HOA dues. Starting at $144,900. Betsy Milyard, Montana Preferred Properties. 8804749. montpref@bigsky.net 2121B West Kent. Immaculate, energy-efficient 3 bed, 1.5 bath with covered front porch, fenced backyard & single garage. $172,000. Vickie Honzel, Lambros ERA Real Estate. 531-2605. vickiehonzel@lambrosera.com 526 Minnesota #B. 2 bed, 1.5 bath energy-efficient condo with large front yard. $120,000. Betsy Milyard, Montana Preferred Properties 541-7355. milyardhomes@yahoo.com 6614 MacArthur. 2 bed, 2.5 bath townhome with amazing views. $194,500. Robin Rice, Montana Preferred Properites. 240-6503 riceteam@bigsky.net
WESTBROOK Property Management WANTED! Residential Rentals in Missoula, Lolo and Florence. 544-1274 www.westbrookpm.com
6632 MacArthur. 3 bed, 2 bath with gas fireplace, Jacuzzi and wonderful views. $273,000. Robin Rice, Montana Preferred Properties. 240-6503, riceteam@bigsky.net
CONDOS/ TOWNHOMES
Uptown Flats #306. 1 bed, 1 bath top floor unit with lots of light. W/D, carport, storage & access to exercise room. $162,000. Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 546-5816. annierealtor@gmail.com
1845 B West Central. 3 bed, 1.5 bath on quiet cul-de-sac. Large, open kitchen, patio & garage. No HOA dues!
REAL ESTATE Uptown Flats. From $149,900. Upscale gated community near downtown. All SS appliances, car port, storage and access to community room and exercise room plus more. Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 5465816. annierealtor@gmail.com www.movemontana.com Why Rent? Own Your Own 1400 Burns. Designed with energy efficiency, comfort and affordability in mind. Next to Bistro cafe and Missoula Food Co-op. Starting at $79,000. KD 240-5227 porticorealestate.com
LAND FOR SALE 531 Minnesota. Building Lot 9. $55,000. Robin Rice Montana Preferred Properties 240-6503. riceteam@bigsky.net East Missoula Building Lot Sweet lot with mature trees
and a great middle of town location. $55,000. KD 240-5227 porticorealestate.com Frenchtown area, 14.9 Acres, existing well, adjacent to Forest Service land. $225,000. Prudential Montana. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com Near Riverfront Park. 1265 Dakota #B. To-be-built, 3 bed, 2 bath with 2 car garage. Lot: $55,000. Pat McCormick, Properties 2000. 240-7653. pat@properties2000.com NHN Edgewood, East Missoula. 3.5 acres bare land. $89,900. Vickie Honzel, LambrosERA Real Estate 531-2605 vickiehonzel@lambrosera.com NHN Mormon Creek Road. 12 acres with Sapphire Mountain views. $150,000. Pat McCormick, Properties 2000. 2407653. pat@properties.2000.com
NHN Old Freight Road, St. Ignatius. 40+ acre parcel with Mission Mountain views. $199,000. Shannon Hilliard, Prudential Missoula 239-8350. shannon@prudentialmissoula.com
cation $395,000. Prudential Montana. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com
NHN Old Freight Road. Approximately 11 acres with Mission Mountain Views. $86,900. Shannon Hilliard, Prudential Missoula 239-8350. shannon@prudentialmissoula.com
OUT OF TOWN
Noxon Reservoir Avista frontage lots near Trout Creek, MT. Red Carpet Realty 728-7262 www.redcarpet-realty.com
COMMERCIAL 514 West Spruce. Great office space in vintage building near St. Patâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Upgrades to wiring, plumbing, roof & more. $244,900. Pat McCormick, Properties 2000. 240-7653. pat@properties2000.com Commercial Lease Space Fantastic opportunity to be neighbors with the awardwinning Homeword Organization. New, LEED registered, high quality, sustainably-built office space close to river and downtown. $11-$15 per sq.ft. KD 240-5227. porticorealestate.com
1716 Schilling $190,000 Adorable 2 bed, 1 bath on huge lot. Fir & tiles floors, granite countertops Patio & double garage 11689 Stolen Rock, Frenchtown $319,000 5 bed. 3 bath on over 3 acres Great valley & mountain views
4834 Scott Allen Dr. $372,500 4 bed, 3 bath multilevel on almost 1/3 acre landscaped, fenced. Light & bright 3500 sq.ft. floor plan 2 car garage & 3 storage sheds
5905 Ocean View $300,000 4 bed 3 bath on 1.63 acres in Turah. 3 fireplaces, 2 car garage & many updates
102 Boardwalk, Stevensville. 3 bed, 2 bath on almost 3 acres with large 48â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; heated shop. $285,000. Robin Rice, Montana Preferred Properties, 240-6503. riceteam@bigsky.net 11082 Cherokee Lane, Lolo. 3 bed, 3 bath with basement, deck, 2 car garage & fantastic views. $245,000. Robin Rice, Montana Preferred Properties 240-6503, riceteam@bigsky.net 13475 Crystal Creek, Clinton. 3 bed, 2 bath with large deck, 2 wood stoves & 2 car garage. $244,000. Robin Rice, Montana Preferred Properties 240-6503. riceteam@bigsky.net
1623 Wild Turkey Lane, Stevensville. Over 200 acre private ranch with creek surrounded by conservation easement land. $949,000. Shannon Hilliard, Prudential Missoula. 239-8350. shannon@prudentialmissoulaproperties.com 19655 Mullan Road, Frenchtown. 3 bed, 2 bath log/timber home on 15 acres with pond, fenced pasture, 2 car garage & 1 bed rental. $319,900. Robin Rice, Montana Preferred Properties. 240-6503 riceteam@bigsky.net 210 Red Fox Road, Lolo. 4 bed, 2.5 bath on 2.59 acres along Bitterroot River. $515,000. Shannon Hilliard, Prudential Missoula, 239-8350. shannon@prudentialmissoula.com
3 Bdr, 2 Bath, Stevensville area home on 6+ acres. $325,000. Prudential Montana. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 2396696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com
5 Bdr, 3 Bath, Florence area home on 3.2 acres. $575,500. Prudential Montana. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 2396696, or visit... www.mindypalmer.com
3 Bdr, 2.5 Bath, Florence area home on 12.6 irrigated acres. $500,000. Prudential Montana. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com
575 Killdeer, Stevensville. 5 bed, 3 bath on 7.5 fenced acres. Mountain views, hay barn & 2 car garage. $349,000. Vickie Honzel, Lambros ERA Real Estate. 531-2605. vickiehonzel@lambrosera.com
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15305 Spring Hill Road, Frenchtown. Beautiful cedar 4 bed, 2.5 bath with 3 car garage & deck on acreage bordering Forest Service. $460,000. Robin Rice @ 240-6503. riceteam@bigsky.net. Montana Preferred Properties.
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REAL ESTATE 5905 Ocean View, Clinton. 4 bed, 3 bath on 1.63 acres with 3 fireplaces, 2 car garage and many new improvements. $300,000. Betsy Milyard, Montana Preferred Properties 541-7355. milyardhomes@yahoo.com Blackfoot River Corridor 19500 Highway 200 East. 2 acres, beautiful newer 2 story, 3 bed, 2.5 bath home across the road from the river and set back in the trees with lovely landscaped yard. Attached garage and detached enormous insulated shop. $299,900. KD 2405227. porticorealestate.com
Gorgeous Wooded Property Bordering Forest Service Land 17290 Remount, Huson. $190,000. 2 bedroom, 3 bath, 2.4 acres. Remodeled bedrooms with laminate floors, updated bathroom, newer windows and added insulation. A hop skip and a jump from the freeway. KD: 240-5227 porticorealestate.com High desert in Arizona Waking up to blue skies and warming up to 70 degrees that’s how I spent winters in Arivaca Arizona over the last 10 years. A great get-away from Salmon, Idaho’s winter, now I’m putting it up for sale for Montanans. I bought a small place in the Netherlands so it’s time to sell. The community has a modern library with full-time wi-fi. Many artists have designed their own homes. 55 miles from Tucson. Very reasonable 4.5 acres with building site and solar-powered well. Just off of smoothly paved road. floufox@yahoo.com or 208 756-3699
tanans. I bought a small place in the Netherlands so it’s time to sell. The community has a modern library with full-time wi-fi. Many artists have designed their own homes. 55 miles from Tucson. Very reasonable 4.5 acres with building site and solar-powered well. Just off of smoothly paved road. floufox@yahoo.com or 208 756-3699
high desert in Arizona Waking up to blue skies and warming up to 70 degrees that’s how I spent winters in Arivaca Arizona over the last 10 years. A great get-away from Salmon, Idaho’s winter, now I’m putting it up for sale for Mon-
LotB MacArthur. 3 bed, 2 bath to be built with fantastic views. $189,900. Robin Rice, Montana Preferred Properties. 240-6503 riceteam@bigsky.net
$185,000 216 Tower • Cute 2 bed, 1 bath bungalow • 1/2 acre near Clark Fork River • Lots of natural light • Oversized garage
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Potomac Log Cabin 1961 Blaine, Potomac. $200,000. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 8.77 acres. Light-filled log cabin with an open floor plan with high ceilings and large windows. Hiking in the
summer with a great little sled hill in the winter! KD: 240-5227 porticorealestate.com
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