Bitterroot Valley Montana, Winter 2012 Events, in From River to Ridge Magazine

I t ’s a B e a u t if u l D a y

In the Bitterroot

CHOCOLATE TASTING Victor Heritage Museum Monday, Dec. 5, p.7 Bitterroot Events Plan now for 2012 Building Industry Association Home Show: Feb. 3-4 Affair of the heART ~ Quilt Show: Feb. 10-12 Sapphire Mountains Snowmobile Map p.15 Como Trails XC Ski Map p.18

WIN This Montana Sapphire

Ring - by Mikesell’s Fine Jewelry and Support the Museum at the Old Courthouse.

Free Tickets: page 14

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Ski + Board Lessons

Enjoy Our Local Secret. . .

Lost Trail Powder Mountain sits atop the Continental Divide on Highway 93 where Montana and Idaho meet at the south end of the Bitterroot Valley. With over 300 inches of snowfall every year, these still undiscovered slopes await your visit. Open Thursday through Sunday, with extended hours during holiday periods, this family owned-and-operated jewel of a ski hill offers a ski and snowboard experience from yesteryear. LT operates under a Special Use Permit by the Bitterroot National Forest on both the Bitterroot and Salmon National Forests.

Test your courage. . . in LT’s new

and improved premier Frontcountry park.

The pretty face of Lost Trail’s park system, Frontcountry is the first thing you see once you arrive. Situated on South Face, in direct view of the lodge, this park is an excellent proving ground. Big air, big features and big egos collide… all conveniently serviced by Chair One. Or, if powder and laid back jib lines are more your style, take a run through LT’s new Powder Park. An LT original, Powder Park is where it all started. Natural bumps and jumps have long made this run a beginner jibber’s dream… Now, it’s legit. Boxes, tables and more all at the foot of Powder Bowl and Rendek Ridge. Powder, then Park… Get it?

Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned expert, Lost Trail Snowsports School has a program for you. Private or Group Lessons the PSIA & AASI certified instructors will help you improve your technique and teach you something new.

FIRST-TIMER SPECIAL Never tried Skiing or Snowboarding? This is the program for you!

•This program consists of a 1 1/2 hour group lesson, a full day lift ticket and full day rental.

•Cost is $50 for Skiing or $55 for Snowboarding.

•No Reservations required – just come up to the mountain, make your way to the Snowsports School and we will help you discover a lifetime of enjoyment!

•Lessons are every hour on the hour from 10 until 2.

•Minimum age for this program is 7 for Skiing or 9 for Snowboarding. Children below the minimum age must take Private Lessons ($60/hour).

1-2-3 PROGRAM Practice, Practice, Practice! The only way to really get better is time on snow!

•For just $123 this First-Timer program includes three 1 hour progressive lessons, 3 full day lift tickets and 3 full day rentals.

• The program may be completed any 3 days throughout the season!

•As an added bonus upon completion of the program each student will receive a non-transferable punch pass for 3 additional lift tickets to come back and ride Lost Trail the rest of this season.

•No Reservations Required – just come up to the mountain, make your way to the Snowsports School and we will help you discover a lifetime of enjoyment!

•Lessons are every hour on the hour from 10 until 2.

•Minimum age for this program is 7 for Skiing or 9 for Snowboarding. Children below the minimum age are not eligible for this program.

Ski + Board Rentals

The Snowboard Shop is open and awesome! Lost Trail has all Rossignol Snowboards to offer you for your rental needs. Are you a skier or snowboarder who has their own equipment but looking to try something just a little different? Try out the Skiers Rental Shop. LT’s added new fantastic equipment and the staff is trained and ready to fit you. Needing a wax or tuning? Lost Trail Powder Mountain is all set up maximize your ski/board experience.

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Bitterroot Valley

Events

Cr e a me r y P icn ic August 3th & 4th, 2012

5th Annual

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“An affair of the heART” Quilt Show and Sale Feb 10-12

June 22-23 Stevensville August 24-26 Hamilton, MT

Hikes and Climbs to Bitterroot Mountain Summits

406-363-2142 1-800-426-4586

By Michael Hoyt This is a full-color guidebook for hikers and climbers by mountaineering-photographer Michael Hoyt of Corvallis, Montana. Three years in the making, the 384-page guidebook was written specifically for use by beginners and intermediate hikers and climbers. Included are in-depth descriptions of 60-plus on-trail and off-trail routes to more than 50 selected summits in the Bitterroot Mountains.

In excess of 350 full-color photographs and illustrations are used to relay information and transmit the emotional experience of climbing mountains. The Bitterroot Range at the west side of Montana’s fabled Bitterroot Valley is one of the most popular hiking and climbing destinations in the American West.

Corvallis, MT is a location which provides unparalleled views of his beloved Bitterroot Mountains.

ISBN 1-931291-78-0 Bitterroot Mountain Summits –www.stoneydale.com

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is published by Tour Montana©/Gift Montana©, Copyright by SP2M Marketing, LLC© Publisher, Eric Elander; Graphic Design/Writer Terry Long; Advertising, Katy Majors To have your event or business included in From River to Ridge, contact Eric Elander 406.360.3321 For a free copy mailed to your home go to: freecopy@FromRivertoRidge.com

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From all of us at Cowboy Troys

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Happy 130th Birthday Victor, Montana!

W E E K LY S P E C I A L S : Tuesday: Tacos Tuesday: $1.25 each $3.00 Margaritas

Wing Wednesday — 60¢ Wings & $1 PBR

FridayLive Music & Dancing SaturdayKaraoke & Dancing Sunday$4 Bloody Mary Special

Show Your Support ust took on a whole new meaning, not to mention flavor. If For The Victor Museum!

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you haven’t stopped in Victor for dinner you should. Cowboy Troy’s is going to surprise you. A lot more than just the sign changed when Troy, Renee and Clayton created this restaurant and bar on Highway 93 in Victor.

If you live in the Bitterroot not only will you find your friends enjoying dinner in the restaurant, warming up from the warmth of the wood-fired oven, or having a drink with friends at the bar and listening to live music and dancing, but you will also find locally grown, fresh veggies and produce on your pizza and in your salad. At this time Cowboy Troy’s is proudly using Certified Angus Beef for the burgers.

The “to drive for” pizzas are baked in their custom-designed wood-fired brick oven in authentic Neapolitan fashion. Choose from 15 different specialty pizzas, with 7 different sauce selections or try each of the ten different flavors of chicken wings. Delightful salads, with house-made dressings, and delicious burgers are among the many other specialties the kitchen creates on a whim.

Cowboy Troy’s Catering will bring all of these wonderful flavors and much more to your event. No event is too small or too large, they excel at anything from small office parties or lavish Brick Oven Pizza weddings to major events like the Elite Bull Competition in Darby or the College Rodeo VIP fundraiser in Missoula.

Once you have relaxed to a very reasonably priced, dinner or lunch, you will feel so good you will want to make your way to the bar for some dancing, singing, and good times with good friends.

7 Days a Week 11am - 1:30am Kitchen open: 11am - 10pm

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Show your Museum Chocolate Party Ticket and

Buy One Drink Get One Free! of equal or lesser value.

Come in any night between now and the Victor Museum Chocolate Tasting Fund Raiser on December 5th, show the Bar Tender your Museum Party Ticket, and Cowboy Troy’s will match your drink.

Thanks for Supporting the

Victor Heritage Museum.

Western Montana Beef

Kick-off Victor, Montana’s 130th Birthday with the Victor Heritage Museum’s Chocolate Tasting Fund Raiser.

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Community Pride . . .

Tastes Like Chocolate!

Monday December 5th, plan to show up in Victor, Montana. This is the 15th year for the annual Chocolate Tasting Fund Raiser of the Victor Heritage Museum, also the kick off to Victor, Montana’s 130th Birthday celebration. Hundreds of fantastic chocolate treats will keep you smiling all evening. Pick up a few great deals on silent auction items donated by individuals and businesses in the Valley. Ride the horse drawn trolley, warm up with hot drinks, and know that every penny goes to support the Victor Heritage Museum. Admission is a steal at just $5. See you in Victor!

For more information contact The Victor Heritage Museum P.O. Box 610 Victor Mt. 59875 or Angie at 406-642-3924

Lots of Auction Items . . .

Great “Deals” Join the Community on Monday, December 5th, 5pm to 9pm . . .

At the Museum, corner of Blake and Main in Victor for great deals on silent auction items, Horse Drawn Trolley Rides, music, and tons of Chocolate Treats — all to help the Museum continue to record the history of Victor, Montana.

Tickets are just $5 per person.

Don’t be late, the Silent Auction closes at 8:30.

For more information on Victor, Montana got to

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Happy 130 Birthday

Victor, Montana!

All of us here at Farmers State Bank are proud to call Victor home. Since our establishment in 1907 we’ve tried to keep up with the needs and advancement of Victor and Western Montana.

Just like all of you, we’ve had to learn new things, tackle new technology and innovations and even go through some remodeling now and then. Even after all of these years, 130 for Victor, 104 for us, we both still rely on the time-tested traits of hard work, determination and stamina to keep rolling ahead. So, here’s to you Victor - Happy 130th Birthday! We hope to see you all at the Chocolate Tasting on December 5th.

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Montana Basket Bistro . . .

For The Trail Ahead Welcome to Montana Basket Bistro, a gathering of the finest gourmet foods from across the treasure state. Quality products prepared from scratch at the peak of freshness make us distinctive and special. Savor the wild huckleberries and gourmet chocolate.

Complement your Montana gift basket with our local, freshly roasted coffee or your own bottle of wine. All items are securely packaged

with aspen shred, cellophane wrap, seasonal ribbon, and your own personal message on a Bistro greeting card. Each Basket, when shipped, is lovingly shrink wrapped in cellophane for a safe arrival. Whether you have had the opportunity to visit or are lucky enough to live in Montana, you will enjoy choosing, or creating the perfect basket for that perfect gift that says “I love Montana!”

www.montanabasketbistro.com 406.381.3489

Pat Baker Painted Mountain Gallery Renowned for her detailed accuracy and unique story telling ability, Pat Baker gets so much depth into her art that the viewer can walk right in and dream away. The West lives and Pat brings it alive for you. You too can own her wonderful works of art. Both originals and high quality giclee on canvas prints are available. Contact Pat for information and pricing on custom size prints and commissions.

406.642.6966 1771 US Hwy 93 N, Mile Post 56 Victor, MT

Get your liquor Quicker In victor Victor Liquor Agency an official Montana State liquor store has not only every hard liquor you could ever want, but a fantastic selection of fine wines, domestic and imported, and champagnes as well. At the stop light. g ght.

406.642.3805 8 805 2400 S. Hwy 93 Victor, MT M

The Hamilton — A Public House The Hamilton House Pub and Restaurant opened on St. Patrick’s Day in 1994 with an authentic “Pub” feeling, reminiscent of old European establishments. It continues to set the standard for a welcoming family friendly public house with both a full service bar, cozy restaurant, and live music on Fridays and Saturdays. They serve the finest fish and chips plus all the traditional Montana favorites.

Hamilton House is a great place to take a break from a busy day at work or exploring the Bitterroot.

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STEVENSVI STEVENSVIL

Stevensville: Where Montana Began: Event Highlights for 2011-2012

10 0 t h A nnua l Cr e a mer y P icn ic August 3th & 4th, 2012

2012 marks the Stevensville Creamery Picnic’s 100th Birthday. Since 1911, Stevensville’s residents and Western Montanans, have come together for this community celebration. Now hosted by the Stevensville Civic Club and the community sponsors . . . You are invited to the biggest celebration yet — including the Montana State BBQ Cook-Off, Brewfest , Car Show, Live Music & Dancing, and the Pot of Gold Raffle — August 3rd and 4th, 2012, downtown Stevensville.

Recurring Stevensville Events First Fridays in Downtown, 5:30-9 pm (first Friday of every month) Harvest Valley Farmers Market, Main St (Every Sat. May 5 through mid-Oct)

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Rocky Mountain Bluegrass Assoc. Festival

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Pie in the Big Sky Auction On First Friday 6:30 PM

June 2012 22-23 Western Heritage Days, Downtown, 22 Calcutta Auction of Barnyard Teams 23 Parade, Arts & Crafts, Sidewalk Sales, Horse and Wagon Rides - Historic Home Tours, Historic St. Mary’s Mission Tours, Chuck Wagon Cook-Off, Barnyard Games – Prizes!

Downtown Saturday Night, Food Court, Music, Beer Garden, Street Dance, & FUN!!!

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Stars, Guitars and Cars, Car show, Napa Customer Appreciation, Music under the Big Sky and Prizes for the best entries.

12-14 Summer Fest – 4th Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival: bands, balloons & BBQ held at St. Mary’s Mission, sponsored by Black Smith Brewing Company. Blacksmithbrewing.com

August 2012 3-4

100th Creamery Picnic & Parade. Montana State BBQ Cook-Off, Brewfest , Car Show, Live Music & Dancing, Pot of Gold Raffle! creamerypicnic. com

September 2012

December 2011 2-3 A Montana Country Christmas, Downtown Gift Fair, over 25 vendors, stores open for holiday shopping, craft show, warm fires, wagon rides, caroling, refreshments, Parade of Lights, community tree lighting, pictures with Santa on Friday evening. Kick off the Holiday Season!

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Annual Salish Pilgrimage at the historic St. Mary’s Mission.

Founders Day at the historic St. Mary’s Mission.

October 2012 5-13

Annual Scarecrow Festival sponsored by the Stevensville Art and Sculpture Society (SASS).

www.mainstreetstevensville.com 406-777-3773

Valley Drug and Variety, Stevensville’s own • Full Service Pharmacy www.familypharmacist.com

• Full Service Shipping & Business Center

At Valley Drug you will find every service or supply you need for the family, home, and office — something for every room in the house.

• The Valley’s largest selection of greeting cards

• Parcel shipping services by UPS, FedEx and USPS • Black/White and Color Copy Services • Money orders • Notary • Digital Photo Kiosk • 35mm Film Processing M - F 9 am to 7 pm Sat 9 am to 6 pm Sun 10 am to 4 pm

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On Main Street in Stevensville 406.777.5591 GiftMontana.com

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Toys • Books School Supplies Old fashioned Soda Fountain Liquor Store Fabric and Craft Department ent

Stevensville, Montana

Montana’s First Pioneer Community

Celebrates 171 Years

Charla Bauman

Fresh nostalgia is not an oxymoron when Charla mixes the mood with her eclectic Americana and original material.

Whether you are looking for entertainment for your business, special event, fundraiser or house party Charla always delivers a performance that is sure to please. Or... “Cowboy Up” with the Duo of Charla Bauman and Doug Hogan for a yodeling good time!

Stevensville 600 Main Street (406) 777-5791

Charla will be doing a free Christmas concert at the North Valley Library in Stevensville at First Friday, December 2nd at 6:00pm.

Catch her at Hidden Legend Winery in Victor December 17th at 7:00, and at the “Hideout” in Hamilton before Christmas. You will discover, “It’s a beautiful day in the Bitterroot”, when Charla sings.

CharlaBauman.com or 777-3353 for Guitar Lessons.

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Doing History Justice . . .

www.brvhsmuseum.org

EXHIBITS • COLLECTIONS • ARCHIVES • EDUCATION PROGR A MS • GIFTS & BOOKS • COMMUNITY GATHERINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS

Just two blocks off Main in Hamilton is a hidden gem. Yes, the Old Court House, but the real treasure is inside - The Ravalli County Museum. From River to Ridge Magazine encourages you to visit, take a tour, explore the exhibits, and buy a membership. If you are a parent, bring the kids. If you are a teacher, bring your students, if you are a tourist the Museum at the Old Courth House is a must stop!

The historic old courtroom, rich in valley history, houses rotating exhibits. The current exhibit, is Taking Stock: a morphology - A study of early agricultural building construction in the Gallatin Valley, Montana. Permanent exhibits include: The National Senior Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame; The Discovery Exhibit: Lewis & Clark Meet the Salish in the Bitterroot Valley; A Walk Through the Bitterroot Exhibit; Bertie Lord: Pioneer Photographer Exhibit; the Natural History Exhibit; and the Trapper / Miner Exhibit. Annual events include: The Ernst Peterson “Photograph Montana” Contest, Bitter Root Day, National Senior Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame inductee ceremony & BBQ, An Afternoon of Cowboy Poetry, and the Annual McIntosh Apple Day. Educational programming is presented throughout the year, and the Gift Shop offers excellent historically significant gifts and books. The Museum thanks these participating businesses for their support. Be sure to pick up a free raffle ticket and even purchase a few more tickets, at the museum or at Mikesell’s Jewelry on Main in Hamilton.

For more information on exhibits, events, and programming, contact the Ravalli County Museum at the Old Courthouse: 406.363.3338. Stay up to date on Facebook at: Ravalli County Museum and Twitter at ravallimuseum.

History Making Raffle!

WIN this Montana Sapphire Ring

Free Museum Raffle Tickets!

Win this Ring!

These bbusinesses ussinesses hhave a FREE raffle ticket for you.

First 100 customers Before December 1st!

See each business for details.

And thank them for supporting the Museum with their raffle ticket purchase!

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Make History Come Alive at:

0.81 ct Montana Sapphire in a 14 k white gold setting

Purchase your tickets (2/$3, 10/$10 or 100/$50), at Mikesell’s Fine Jewelry, Provisions, and the Museum, all in Hamilton, Montana or online at FromRivertoRidge.com.

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Montana Old West Gallery, Darby Real Deals, Hamilton, Mikesell’s Fine Jewelry, Hamilton The UPS Store, Hamilton River Rising, Hamilton Art Focus, Hamilton Madison Creek Furnishings, Stevensville

valued at $1,440

ALL RAFFLE PROCEEDS GO TO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE R AVALLI COUNTY MUSEUM AT THE OLD COURTHOUSE IN HAMILTON. Drawing will be held December 1, 2011.

Photos by Bitterroot Adventures

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Experience wildlife and adventure of the rugged Bitterroot and Sapphire Mountains of Montana on a Snowmobile or ATV. Guided ATV and Snowmobile rides are tailored to your level of experience. Rentals are also available.

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GUIDED TOURS & RENTALS LS Bitterroot Adventures 406-821-4844 458 Rye Creek Road Darby, MT 59829 For detailed information on Snowmobiling in the Bitterroot Valley contact:

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Al’s Cycle Yamaha 619 US Hwy. 93 N Hamilton, MT 59840 406-363-3433 Darby Ranger Station 406-821-3913 Sula Ranger Station 406-821-3201 Montana Dept. of Fish, Wildlife and Parks 406-542-5500 Bitterroot Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club www.ridgerunners.com Bitterroot Adventures 406-821-4844

Groomed Trails: Ungroomed Trails:

Rye Creek Lodge

Rye Creek Lodge is located at the southern end of the scenic Bitterroot Valley on 120 acres. Spend your vacation in a luxury log cabin, on Rye Creek with outstanding views of Trapper Peak, plenty of wildlife, and room to explore.

406-821-3366

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Opening Soon in Hamilton Higherground Brewing Co. Handcrafted Ales Homemade Root Beer Wood Fired Pizzas

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It’s a Beautiful Day in the Bitterroot!

1017 Eastside Hwy, Corvallis 961-5533

Hwy 93, Stevensville 777-3970

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Main St., Darby 821-4798

217 W. Main, Hamilton 375-8624

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163 S. 2nd St., Hamilton

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337 W. Main, Hamilton 363-4552 riverrisingbakery.com

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River Rising Bakery

131 W Main, Hamilton 375-9099

Skalkaho Highway 363-3522

Hwy 93 S. of Darby 821-0076

322 2nd St. Hamilton 363-0600

Hwy 93, Hamilton 375-0022

Greek Gyros Express

500 S. 1st St., Hamilton 363-3822

At The Airport 363-4478

283 2nd St., Corvallis 961-8938

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twenty minutes south of Hamilton, the Como Trails club works hard to maintain over thirty miles of scenic groomed roads and trails in the winter for skiing and snowshoeing and hiking and mountain biking in the summer. It is all free of charge and you are invited to the Como Trails.

The Como Trails Club Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of recreational use of the Lake Como/Little Rock Creek area. In cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service, the Club maintains the Como Trails area — just three miles west of Darby, Montana, between Lake Como Recreational Area and Tin Cup Canyon, for hiking, mountain biking and Nordic skiing.

Beginning December 1, continuing through March 31, over thirty miles of Como Trails are groomed for skate and classic skiing.

Grooming occurs weekly or more depending on snow conditions. Grooming reports are also available on line at missoulanordic.org.

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Get involved and join the Como Trails Club and keep up on seasonal events, clinics, demos and races. If you have any questions about the Club’s activities, or trails, please contact Tony Neaves at 1-406-381-3943.

Como Trails is a perfect example of community involvement creating a great free-to-use Montana recreation experience. After enjoying your time at Lake Como, be sure to contact the Club and express your appreciation and support.

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Community Easter Egg Hunt, Tinn Cup Park, Darby Beautiful Day

Reccurring Events

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Darrby b Farmers Market, k (every ( Tues. May through h h October) b ) enjooy the freshness and taste of locally grown foods and the opportunity to personally interact with the farmer who grew it.

13-14 Elite Bull Connection, two nights of bull riding, music, dancing, food and fun. Watch as the top Professional Bull Riders face off with the top bucking bulls. Food, beer and live music.

14 Ride de RootCentury Bicycle Ride from Darby to Stevensville and back.

20-21 Darby Logger Days, family games and live music. Parade, BBQ, 17 exciting competitive logging events, from Hot Saws to Log Rolling with cash prizes awarded. Food, activities, family fun.

21 Strawberry Festival, annual fund raiser for the Darby Volunteer Fire Department is an old-fashioned ice cream social. Enjoy angel food cake with strawberries and ice cream while listening to Music provided by local musicians.

Raffles.

27-29 Hardtimes Bluegrass Festival, 3 days of great live bluegrass music with an amazing Bitterroot view. . There will be band performances, jamming, band competitions, with two hours of bluegrass gospel music on Sunday.

December 3

Darby Holiday Market at the Community Club

January2012 Darby Dog Derby Sled Dog Race, Nez Perce Road, Winter Special Olympics, Lost Trail Powder Mountain, Sula

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Steak Fry, Lost Trail Powder Mountain Ski

March 2012 Rocky Mountain Snowmobile Hill Climb, Lost Trail Powder Mountain Ski Resort, Sula Skiesta, Lost Trail Powder Mountain Ski Resort

The Electric Beach & Hair Studio

When Sam Conner, owner of Electric Beach, isn’t helping organize Darby Logger Days, you will find her at the salon making her clients comfortable and beautiful. Electric Beach is a full service salon offering complete hair care, manicures, pedicures, acrylic nails, tanning, and facials. For an even more relaxing experience book a massage, facial, or try microdermabrasion.

You will be pleasantly surprised at the atmosphere, the quality of service, and professionalism at this full service salon in Darby, the best kept secret in Montana.

406-821-4151

101 N. Main Street Darby, MT 59829

Life and Death at the Mouth of the Musselshel

When the Woods Were Wild This new book recounts some of longtime Montana wilderness outfitter Steve Hawkins’ more memorable experiences from 40 plus years of accompanying folks into the pristine back country of Northwestern Montana. From the terrifying grizzly bear and mountain lion attacks, suicide and murder, violent storms and ravaging forest fires, the enchanting, even indescribable sunrises and sunsets, mountain meadows and wild flowers, alpine lakes and mountain peaks — it’s in the book. Steve’s stories come from miles in the saddle and recollections of very real events. Steve’s life story is certain to entertain and hold you captive from cover to cover! But there’s more, his story also recounts overcoming incredible obstacles to achieve success as a sculptor. $19.95

M Montana T Territory i 1869 1869-1871-The 1871 Th Di Diary off C C.M.Lee, ML Gunsmith, Merchant. Edited by H. Duane Hampton This book presents the dramatic story of a small collection of hardy, would-be frontier entrepreneurs in 1869 through 1971 — hoping they could make their tiny outpost at the point where the Missouri and Musselshell Rivers meet, called Fort Musselshell, the headquarters of the upriver steamboat trade on the Missouri River – and thereby become the main shipping point on the river for the numerous mining camps beginning to dot the Montana Territorial landscape. The saga of Fort Musselshell lived its life out to the last entry of Lee’s journal... One Pre-publication reviewer, in fact, had this to say about the book: “Hampton’s an astute historian and his journal -- brings to life the many interesting characters Lee includes in his narrative. I’ve never read a better account of the West on the cusp of settlement.” The book is a vibrant, detailed, overwhelming saga of optimism lived out in the face of a constant threat of immediate, violent death on the Montana Frontier.

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Right here in Darby,

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A Great Place to Relax, learn, and tie flies.

The Darby Community Public Library is also proud of the resource it is to the community. Here is a list of the additional services offered.

Located between the Sapphire and Bitterroot Mountain Ranges in the southern Bitterroot Valley, this rural community library reflects the beauty and serenity of its surrounding landscape. The fireplace is on, the chairs are comfortable. You will feel more like you are lounging in a resort lodge than in a library. Who would have thought . . . in Darby, Montana? And yes they do have a fly tying station.

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The Darby Community Library opened in 2004 and was built debt-free through partnerships with the U.S. Forest Service and other private, city, state, federal entities and the generous individual donations and fund raising by volunteers. Using the roundwood method of construction utilizing small diameter logs recovered from the wildfires of 2000, this library is an achievement in responsible forest management thanks to U.S. Forest Service grants. The Library’s mission is to provide programs and activities that recognize, address and meet the educational, cultural, and recreational needs of the southern Bitterroot Valley. As a community center and place for reading, reflection, and research, the Darby Community Public Library endeavors to retain and continually update a wide collection of materials for free public use. They house a Montana book collection, adult book collections, children and young adult collections, audio books and DVDs. We challenge you to find a more inviting and comfortable library. It really is worth stopping in. It is even worth the drive. The Community is proud of its library, and should be.

*Free wireless internet access seven days a week * Nine free public access computers and two laptop computers for conference room use * Public printer, Fax, copier, and laminator * Ongoing programs for community members of all ages * Fully equipped community meeting room for presentations, meetings, and conferencing * Homework and literacy tutors * Visitor and tourist information * Weekly Preschool Story Hours in our onsite children’s room and offsite at the school daycare center * Online resources and databases * Computer access for the visually impaired * Reports and studies from local governments * Montana state Tax Forms available during tax season

You will learn more about the Darby Community Public Library on its website at www.darbylibrary.net. 406-821-4771

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on your wants and needs!

Home Decor, Gifts, Party Supplies, Candles, Huckleberry Syrup, Art, Household Supplies, and lots more fun stuff!

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Montana Collectibles

The Bitterroot Valley is rich in history, and in the

treasures that go with that history. May we suggest (if you are starting at the north end of the Valley) beginning your tour in Lolo at Relics and Roses in Lolo. Then a quick drive to Stevensville for coffee, a pastry and exploring Lisa Archers Silks & Aniques and Main Street in Stevensville. Then enjoy the scenery, take the Eastside highway to Hamilton and go on to the Old West Antiques & Gallery and No. 14 Antiques in

Darby. Grab lunch at Deb’s Restaurant and warm up in front of the fireplace at the Darby Library while you learn your Bitterroot History. Then head back to Hamilton to shop the stores on Main, pick out a new restaurant for dinner and spend some evening time on the town. And remember, “It’s a Beautiful Day in the Bitterroot.”

Relics & Roses - Lolo, MT for home furnishings and unique finds.

Not just a furniture store, nor is it just an antique shop ~ Relics is a potpourri of home and garden design. Vintage inspired crafts and a variety of furniture and wall decor arranged to create a cozy environment. Mirrors, tables, and chairs, oh my! Whether you are looking for a special gift, or just want some creative ideas for your home, the ladies at Relics will be happy to help. Rustic to elegant, retro to contemporary, you never know what you will fi nd. New items arrive daily, so visit often. Sign up for our e-newsletter for a heads up on special events. Open Monday thru Saturday. Relics and Roses is just one block east of 93 on Glacier Drive.

www.relicsandrosesantiques.com relicsandroses@hotmail.com 406-273-9824 116 Glacier Dr, Suite 103, PO Box 1142, Lolo, MT 59847

Lisa Archer Silks - Stevensville Art, Antiques and Collectables Eclectic Collectibles - Downtown Stevensville, Please come in and enjoy the many unusual and eclectic selection of collectible items in this quaint antique store, art gallery and studio. Each month discover a new Featured Montana Artist and his/her works. Entrepreneur and artist, Lisa Archer, has not only created a treasure chest of collectibles worth the drive to Stevensville, but you will find her in her back room studio creating fine hand painted one-of-akind silks, unique and original flutter jackets, Montana feather scarves, pillows, wall art and other custom pieces.

LisaArcherSilks.com | archersilks@msn.com 213 Main St. | Stevensville, MT | 406-360-3698

At No. 14 Antiques - Darby you will find a variety of Antiques, Vintage and Shabby Chic items. The inventory changes frequently so you’ll always have a new selection of items to choose from. If you would like a very reasonable and comfortable way to spend a little time in Darby, upstairs No. 14 is a great vacation rental. The apartment sleeps six, has a full bathroom and kitchen, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Darby is close to Lake Como, Painted Rocks State Park, the renowned Bitterroot River, and Lost Trail Powder Mountain ski area; offering a multitude of outdoor activities, such as, hiking, hunting, fishing and skiing.

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The Hamilton Players Entertainment at its best! After a “beautiful day in the Bitterroot” you will have a great time at the theater. Community theater is wonderful entertainment. It is the perfect venue to bring out the sometimes hidden talents of community members and build self esteem in the kids. Hamilton Players will produce five community theater productions, several special events, and several children’s workshops throughout the year. Call the box office to find your role in the community. Show Schedules are included in the Hamilton Events on page 27.

www.hamiltonplayers.com • Call M-F 1–5 pm 406.375.9050 The Hamilton Playhouse • 100 Ricketts Rd • Hamilton, MT

William Muñoz: Capturing Light His parents gave him a camera for graduation from high school.

Fourteen years later he became a full-time photographer. William (Bill) Muñoz graduated from the University of Montana with a degree in history and now resides in Montana’s beautiful Bitterroot Valley. He has provided photographs for more than 100 books, including the works of Dorothy Patent Hinshaw. Bill appreciates the need for his photography to spark a child’s imagination. It is the ‘wonder’ of the world of nature that he feels and attempts to capture in his images. The Bitterroot is proud to have William Munoz living here, capturing the beautiful Bitterroot Valley in his photography.

www.agpix.com/wmunoz • 406-381-0691

The Muddy Moose Bath Boutique Loving, painstaking care defines everything they do at Th The h M Muddy dd M Moose Bath Boutique, because they do it all by hand. From start to finish; from mixing and blending oils, butters and other ingredients, to curing, packaging, labeling and shipping, they do it all … by hand. Their goal is to make the best soaps, lotions, and other products available — ANYWHERE, AT ANY PRICE. You will feel pampered while using any products made by The Muddy Moose Bath Boutique and love the way your skin feels after.

They specialize in Goat’s Milk soaps and skin creams as well as beeswax based products such as Solid Lotion Bars and Lip Butters. They also strive to use as many local ingredients as possible; The Goat’s Milk is produced in Victor at the Pistol Creek Ranch and the beeswax comes from producers found throughout the Bitterroot Valley. They also carry a variety of bath and body products such as all natural deodorant, liquid soaps and bath bombs. All their products are their OWN UNIQUE formulations, made from scratch.

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& Craftsmanship Jessica Fitzpatrick’s artistic jewelry has already made history.

Ammonites went extinct roughly 65 million years ago, but with Jessica’s help, are making a beautiful come back in her hand made, one of a kind, jewelry. For ten years Jessica has hand crafted jewelry from gems and fossils. Ammonite fossils, cut and polished have become her favorite and signature piece with their colorful spiral patterns. Jessica now searches the country for fossils and gems from which to make high quality jewelry in an evolutionary design.

Stop by the Hamilton Farmers Market, Between the Worlds, or see more of Jessica’s work on line.

jewelrybyjess.com • 1.801.654.0234

Blessings and Bliss From Carol

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Jewelry by Jessica

Caroll SSanders C d iis a massage therapist h i in i Hamilton H il Montana.

M One O day a couple of years ago when she discovered Himalayan Salt Lamps, she purchased several for her massage studio. Her clients were instantly attracted to these beautiful lamps. It was the beginning of a wonderful relationship. The Himalayan Salt Lamps go perfectly with massage therapy and as a healthy addition to any room! They are Natural Air Purifiers, emitting negative ions and creating a serene, peaceful healing atmosphere.

These amazing lamps make unique gifts that are not only attractive but healthful too! Come and see the different shapes and sizes at the 2nd Street Market and at Between the Worlds..

Hearts – $5-$7; Candle Holders – $12-15; Salt Lamps – $20-$100; Table Salt – $2-$18.

406.369.0282

The Crystal Lady Bonnie Klein has been fascinated with Crystals, Rocks and collecting since she was little. This hobby has now expanded and you will find her fantastic assortment of Crystals, including Citrine Crystals, Aragonite and Smoky Quartz, unique Rock Jewelry, even polished heart gemstones at the Second Street Market. Bonnie also appraises Rock and Crystal collections. You will also see Bonnie’s and her work at many of the weekend events in the beautiful Bitterroot Valley.

406.381.3345 Box 532 Victor, MT 59875

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Designing and making jewelry is more than a h hobby, and more than a job for this artist. Born ra raised in Darby Montana, Jan Spannuth finds it relaxing r and fun, to create a beautiful wearable pieces of art for you to enjoy. y.

Every piece is unique. She also carries Mojo Bracelets which are said to be a human body tune up. Almost everyone will benefit from an increase in balance, energy, strength and flexibility. Jan’s family has experienced the benefits. You can try one of the Mojo Bracelets and see Jan’s original jewelry at the 2nd Street Market, open Wednesday -Saturday 12 to 5.

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the brooks brook s Featuring the Elegance of Christmas All Year Long ng Step back in time to the grandeur of The Brooks. Located in Corvallis at the corner of Willow w Creek road and the Eastside Highway is a beautiful Queen Anne style home known as the Brooks Hotel. This is 1894 hotel now houses a delightful year-round Christmas store. Each elaborately decorated tree and room follows a popular theme: Nutcracker, Pomegranate and Currant, Pets, Sports, and Home for Christmas. The Montana Lifestyle room themes include Cowboy, Wilderness, Cabin and Fishing, and Big Sky Lodge. Tour the great collectible rooms: Mark Roberts, December Diamonds, Baldwin, Mary Englebright, Olde World Collectible Ornament, Willow Tree Angels, Nativities, and Big Sky Carvers.

Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm 406-961-6895 Corvaliis, MT 59828

aspe n hot gl ass Handmade glass art by Bill & Rae Grout “Creating Love and Harmony one bead at a time.”

Now offering lessons in Lampwork glass! With over 27 combined years making Glass Art in the Bitterroot, Bill and Rae Grout offer unique gifts from their store located next to “The Brooks”. Find out more online at www.aspenhotglass.com today!

Bill and Rae Grout | 1072 Eastside Highway Corvallis, MT 59828 | (406) 992-1564

Congratulations! Bitterroot Valley Rugby Football Club In only their second year, the High School Boys team was named the 2011 Montana State High School Champions! Come out for the new 2012 Season! Spring Season begins in March – go to www.bitterrootrugby.org for contact

information, schedule and to lend your support to the champion teams! High School Boys, Junior or High Boys, and High School Girls Rugby shirts, sweatshirts, souvenirs and stickers are all still available for holiday gift giving!

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Making you happy at home!

S a v i n g i s E a s y! at more than 50 participating Hamilton 1. Shop businesses from now through July 22.

Save all of your receipts in the Buy Local envelope 2. available at participating local businesses.

The total of your receipts is “as good as cash” to 3. bid at the Daly Days Buy Local Live Auction.

Recurring Events First Friday Downtown (first Friday of every month)

Hamilton Farmers Market, Bedford St., Ravalli County Museum, (Every Sat. early May – mid-Oct)

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Bitterroot Art Guild Christmas Show, Fairgrounds Every Christmas Story Ever Told (and Then Some), a Hamilton Players performance, Hamilton Playhouse A Christmas in Hamilton Celebration & Parade of Lights River Street Dance, Performing Arts Center Full Moon, Full Belly Concert, Performing Arts Center

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Bitterroot Ballet Performing Arts - NUTCRACKER Performing Arts Center Gun Show, Fairgrounds Every Christmas Story Ever Told (and Then Some), a Hamilton Players performance, Hamilton Playhouse Daly Mansion Holiday Tours Victor Heritage Museum Chocolate Tasting Party, Victor Marcus Daly Hospice Trees of Lights, Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital, Hamilton 7 pm Tis the Season, a Hamilton Players Theater School Production, Hamilton Playhouse Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Performing Arts Center

January2012 TBA Speakeasy Party, Daly Mansion

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Emerson String Quartet, Performing Arts Center Gun Show, Fairgrounds Thoroughly Modern Millie, Hamilton Players

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Spring Fair, Fairgrounds Dervish, Performing Arts Center Hamilton High School Choir Spring Concert, PAC

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4H Carnival & Dance, Ravalli County Fairgrounds Sweet Honey in the Rock, Performing Arts Center Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Ravalli County Fairgrounds

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Bitterroot Gem & Mineral Society Rock Show, Fairgrounds, Montana Mule Days, Ravalli County Fairgrounds Bitter Root Day, Ravalli County Museum Senior Pro Rodeo, Ravalli County Fairgrounds

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Daly Days, Downtown Art in the Park, Brew Fest American Legion Park Art in the Park, Downtown

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Renaissance Faire, Claudia Driscoll Park Bitterroot Scottish Irish Festival, Daly Mansion Ravalli County Fair, Ravalli County Fairgrounds

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Downtown Hamilton for the Holidays Explore Between the Worlds Between the Worlds is a beautiful store full of intriguing possibilities, with a peaceful, positive energy where any seeker is welcome. This is the Bitterroot Valley and Missoula area’s metaphysical and spiritual resource. Their goal is to serve as a gateway for many spiritual paths and provide a wide range of tools for conscious living. Between the Worlds has books, crystals, jewelry, divination tools, tarot, gemstone pendulums, prayer flags, incense, candles and oils of intention, music and magical skin care products. They offer healing energy work, a spiritual discussion group, psychic readings, tarot readings, henna body art classes and lectures.

btwmt.com • (406) 363-2969 205 West Main Street Hamilton, MT

The Spice of Hamilton has created a dining experience that is welcoming to everyone. This winter check out their new menu featuring cozy comfort foods which highlight flavors from all over the world, carefully created with the freshest regional and local ingredients available.

Fresh fish and seafood, natural meats, and vegetarian options, are available and they have a fun kid’s menu. Local beer and a great selection of wine is served. The restaurant does not take reservations and guests are encouraged to come as they are whether just off the trail or down the from the ski hill! Check out the daily specials on their web site and find them on Facebook!

Located in historic downtown Hamilton. Open for lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11-2 and dinner Tue.-Sat. 5-9 Closed Sundays.

www.thespiceinhamilton.com 406.363.4433 • 163 South 2nd Street • Hamilton, MT -

Fine Provisions On a journey to uncharted territory, San Franciscan, Gena Eales, planted her roots in the beautiful Bitter Root Valley and found herself longing for the great cheeses, wines, and gourmet foods to which she had become accustomed. Lo and behold, she found many others with the desire to feast upon these great foods and wines of the world, while still being lucky enough to live in this wonderful, scenic valley. The moral of this story is you can have it all!

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Provisions Fine Foods & Wines is the it place for lovers of fine foods and wines. They have weekly shipments of cheeses, fine foods, wines, oils, and pastas from around the world, and specialize in high-end, boutique, and hard-tofind wines. So stand up, fi nd your car keys, and come feast your eyes on this old-world style boutique grocery. Bon Appetit!

Provisionsfinefoods@gmail.com 107 South 2nd Street in Hamilton, MT GiftMontana.com

River Rising Bakery

River Rising is a popular local deli offering gourmet sandwiches, fresh baked goods and tasty espresso. They have grilled and cold gourmet deli sandwiches, soups & salads, even wireless internet. River Rising is the gathering place for downtown shoppers and business owners to take a break, grab coffee, tea or juice and enjoy breakfast and lunch.

You won’t go wrong at River Rising.

M-F 6:30 am–5:30 pm, Sat 8 am–4 pm, Sun 8 am–2 pm 337 W. Main St. • Hamilton, MT • 406.363.4552

Me & Mom

MILTON

Bakery, Deli Espresso

Me and Mom is a very special children’s store. You and the kids will find fun clothing, toys, games and puzzles for every age. Kid’s clothing in sizes from newborns to 4, hats, even original Montana Grandkid tee shirts. Toys abound, from the latest and greatest to the classics. Raise their IQ with one of the many games and science kits for kids up to age 12. Me & Mom has something for your kid, grand kid, and the kid in you. The shopping really does start here, on the third block of Main.

305 Main St., Hamilton, MT 406-363-3605

The Rag Bag A Unique Little Boutique You will love it! The Rag Bag specializes in gently used and new clothing.

With an exceptional clothing selection, most from out of state, all pieces are carefully chosen by Jerri, Sari, and Amy. You will be pleased with the quality as well as the price. The Rag Bag is not a consignment shop.

Started as a personal shopping service to women on a budget, it has grown into an amazing boutique you will want to visit weekly. An exotic, fun “Bohemian” place to put the perfect outfit together.

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Lisa Archer Silks art, antiques and collectables

Lisa Archer Silks, art, antiques and collectables Entrepreneur and artist, Lisa Archer, can be found in her back room studio creating fine hand painted one-of-a-kind silks, unique and original flutter jackets, Montana feather scarves, pillows, wall art and other custom pieces. Please come in and enjoy the many unusual and eclectic collectible items in her antique store and art gallery along with the featured Montana artist of the month.

LisaArcherSilks.com | email: archersilks@msn.com 213 Main Street | Stevensville MT 406-360-3698

Sapphire Studio The h sapphire h mine is in the famous area in Montana referred to as “Gem Mountain”. Explored and mined since the late 1800’s, Gem Mountain is well known by the rock-hounding public for having fabulous sapphires. Gemologists consider this area of Montana to be a world class sapphire deposit. The Sapphire Studio creates beautiful jewelry from their locally mined Montana Sapphires. You can see many of tthese beautiful pieces on their website. The Sapphire Studio is a full service jewelry ssupplier - contact them for any of your jewelry needs, be it a standard or custom ddesign. Whether you are looking for a bag of rocks, a day of family fun, or a stunning jjewelry piece for yourself or as a gift, you can find it all right here at the Sapphire je Studio. Our Studio is just “around the corner” from downtown Hamilton but the St jewelry is out of this world. Take a look at what they have to offer on the web or at the je studio. Choose to purchase items already created, or design your own with stones you st find in your gravel. The sapphires you mine and process are of the same high quality as those in their own inventory. th

Sapphire Studio | 140 Aspen Grove Ln. | Hamilton, MT 406.363.6650 | www.sapphiremining.com

Udderly Fresh

You’ve just got to have it! That’s what family, friends and clients say about Udderly Fresh Soap and their all natural bath and body products. At Udderly Fresh Soap we strive to provide high quality products that are affordable and truly work and benefit your skin and the environment. Udderly Fresh soaps and shampoos are handmade using the cold-process method with natural ingredients like goat milk from their own dairy-goat herd.

Natural goat milk soap has incredible moisturizing characteristics and is wonderful for people with dry or sensitive skin, or other skin problems like eczema. All of the products are handcrafted with your skin in mind and formulated with the highest quality essential oils and fresh herbs, many of which are harvested from our own garden, that moisturize, soften, and heal your skin and rejuvenate your mind and body.

At Udderly Fresh they create and sell numerous natural bath and body care products including goat milk soap, shampoo, lotions, laundry soap, salt scrub, insect repellent, deodorant, baby powder and balm, and dryer sachets. With over 70 products and numerous gift sets to choose from you’re sure to fi nd a wonderful gift for yourself or anyone on your list.

www.udderlyfreshsoap.com h | 4406.381.5758 06 381 5758 326 Cooper Lane • Hamilton, MT

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Art Focus focused on displaying the works of the highest caliber Montana artists and the art of framing your favorite pieces. You will discover a fine selection of original paintings by renowned painters like Robert Neaves, Jim Huang and Joe Thornbrough. Recent additions include the works of Judith DeYoung, Peggy Woods and Douglas E. Taylor.

Works in ceramics and glass, fine jewelry and bronze and stone sculptures are also for sale. You will come to appreciate the beauty of the Bitterroot Valley in the gallery’s photography displays. Art Focus is also a full service frame shop, known for its expertise and outstanding presentation. Bring in your favorite piece or have a new purchase expertly framed. Custom installations and home consultations can be scheduled. Art Focus is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 to 5:30 during the Winter, or b appointment other times. Additional information on by current and upcoming exhibits and artists is available at ArtFocusMontana.com.

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5th Annual

“An affair of the heART” Quilt Show and Sale February 10, 11, 12 Friday 6-8, Saturday & Sunday 10-4 Featuring Art Quilts from past and present TART Students In Good Company invites you to become a “TART” (Textile Artist) by joining their network of quilters who want to try new surface design techniques. The I.G.C. gallery on the web has several creative, unique and cutting edge ideas to help get you started. You can purchase our hand-dyed silk ribbon or wool and art quilt products that support and expand the Tart lessons.

Textile Art Lessons: Become a “TART” (Textile Artist) and subscribe to the In Good Company Tarts Program. Each monthly kit contains the necessary materials and written instructions for a lesson in a surface design technique. The kit includes materials to experiment and practice with. Then compose your own original designed art quilts by incorporating the technique you just learned. Past kits are also available for sale.

Art Quilt Products: In Good Company carries many books, notions, and hand-dyed fabrics that complement and support the Tart Lessons.

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work and art of these three women: Jamie Grant, Susan Wetzsteon, and Sue Anne Iman. For 17 years this collaboration of talent and ideas, sparked by an interest in quilting and design, has provided new, unique ideas and materials for creative quilters worldwide.

In Good Company LLC

Open 10-4 Monday or by Appointment 115 State St. Hamilton, MT 59840 ingoodcohanddyes.com

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Store Wide Sale

Generous Holiday Discounts Sapphire Trunk Show and Sale November 25th - December 24th

Grand Opening Trunk Show Reception Friday December 2nd, 5pm-8-pm.

Join us for Hors d’oeuvres, Drinks and Discounts Custom design and resetting require the trust you will only appreciate once you have worked with Cindy Mikesell. Your jewelry and family keepsakes never leave the store and you will be speaking directly with the jeweler rejuvenating or creating your family treasures.

Repair and restoration require a delicate touch, an eye for detail, the right equipment, and an understanding of the importance of your family’s jewelry. At Mikesell’s you will talk to jewelry professionals. The Bitterroot Valley is their home, and you can trust them. Like good neighbors they listen carefully to your desires and handle your family’s heirlooms with the respect deserved. Mikesell’s considers it a privilege and honor to restore and preserve your family history.

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