Bigfork - Citizens For A Better Flathead

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2013 SPRING / SU M M E R
T h i nk , Shop & Bu y
Local
guide
to FLATHEAD BUSINESSES
A GUIDe to SUPPORTING Locally Owned FLATHEAD VALLEY Businesses
Shop Local Businesses!
The Flathead Valley is unlike any other place in the world. By choosing to support locally owned
businesses, you help to maintain our community’s diversity and distinctive flavor. This Go Local Flathead!
shopping guide has been cooperatively produced by the businesses featured in this publication. The goals
of this guide are to encourage education and awareness about the benefits of buying local, encouraging
community support of locally owned businesses, and to increase support for local business owners in
their stewardship of our community.
One-of-a-kind businesses are an integral part of the distinctive character of the Flathead Valley. A
growing body of economic research shows that in an increasingly homogenized world, entrepreneurs
and skilled workers are more likely to invest and settle in communities that preserve their one-of- a-kind
businesses and distinctive character. Here in the Flathead Valley – preserving our distinctive community
character also helps to support and benefit our tourism businesses.
Benefits of Buying Local:
• It keeps dollars in our economy. Of every $1.00 spent at a local business $.45 is reinvested
locally. For every $1.00 spent at a non-local business only 15 cents is reinvested locally.
• It makes us unique. There’s no place like the Flathead! Homegrown businesses are part of
what makes us special.
• It creates local jobs. Local businesses are the best at creating higher-paying jobs for our
neighbors.
• It helps the environment. Buying locally saves transportation fuel. Plus you get products that
you know are safe and well made, because our neighbors stand behind them.
• It nurtures our community. Studies show that local businesses donate to community causes
at more than twice the rate of chains.
• It supports local farms and helps preserve the Flathead Landscape. In the 1950’s, we in
Montana grew 70% of our food. Today, we grow only about 13% of the food we eat.
The goal of this guide is to support local business owners in their stewardship of our community and
in turn to encourage our community to support these businesses. This guide recognizes the value of all
businesses in the community, but it is beyond the scope and scale of this publication to include businesses
with national/international corporate structures.
Best Wishes for Summer Fun in the Flathead,
From Your Local Business Community
Email us at [email protected] or call us at 756-8993
Index of Businesses
Bigfork
Grow
Dine & Unwind
Moroldo’s Ristorante Italiano...............................7
ShowThyme.........................................................9
EXPERIENCE
Indulge
Bigfork Beauty Shop............................................9
Service
Partners West Realty.............................................6
Shop
Brett Thuma Gallery..........................................11
Buckskin Clothier..............................................11
Jug Tree................................................................6
Kehoe’s Agate Shop..............................................7
Merry Gems.........................................................9
The Barn..............................................................6
C o l u m b i a F a l l s / We s t G l a c i e r
Dine & Unwind
Belton Chalet.....................................................14
Montana Coffee Traders.....................................19
Service
Freedom Bank....................................................15
Montana Photo Co............................................17
Western Building Center....................................31
Shop
Bad Rock Books.................................................17
Hungry Horse Liquor Store................................14
The Montana House..........................................17
Stay
Belton Chalet.....................................................14
K alispell
Dine & Unwind
Bonelli’s Bistro...................................................23
Ceres Bakery......................................................52
Colter Coffee Roasting.......................................36
Hop’s Downtown Grill.......................................35
Janelli’s Deli.......................................................24
The Forge...........................................................34
The Knead Cafe.................................................54
Experience
Glacier Metal Arts Studio...................................50
Hockaday Museum of Art..................................33
Kalispell Downtown Association. inside back cover
Loco Tattoos.......................................................53
Montana Wilderness Association........................49
Kalispell Farmers’ Market...................................26
Museum at Central School.................................33
Paint Metal and Mud..................inside front cover
The Conrad Mansion.........................................33
Algae Aqua-Culture Technologies.......................50
Pine Needle Farm...............................................34
Potting Studio....................................................36
Stay
Aero Inn.............................................................26
Capistrano House...............................................30
Lakeside/Somer s
Indulge
Great Karma................................................40, 41
Shorty’s Barber Shop..........................................53
Service
Able Body Collision Repair................................23
Airworks............................................................43
Alpine Interiors..................................................23
Barn Door Event Rentals....................................22
Calm Animal Care.............................................46
Centennial Timber Frames.................................29
Evergreen Compounding Pharmacy...................25
Flathead Travel Service.......................................35
Kalispell Montessori Elementary School.............36
Lowitz Custom Shoppe......................................26
M and C Tire.....................................................27
McGarvey, Heberling, Sullivan & McGarvey, PC.....22
Montana Tile and Marble ..................................34
Paper Chase Copy Center..................................54
Parkside Federal Credit Union............................30
Pets-Plus.............................................................26
Three Rivers Bank..............................................46
Towne Printer....................................................38
Valley Bank........................................................54
Shop
Bags by Linda.....................................................48
Beckman’s Fine Furnishings................................27
Bikology.............................................................35
Blooming Bellies................................................57
Bookworks.........................................................69
Brix Bottleshop..................................................48
Camas Creek Yarn..............................................48
CHS Country Store...........................................45
Coins & Carats..................................................24
Fawn Boutique...................................................52
Flowers by Hanson.............................................29
High Lonesome Gallery.....................................32
Imagination Station............................................70
J2 Office Products..............................................47
Kalispell Antiques Market..................................55
Montana Leather Creations................................32
Mountain Valley Foods......................................37
Powder Horn Trading Co...................................25
ReStore..............................................................36
Rocky Mountain Outfitter.................................30
Snappy Sport Senter...........................................44
Summit Cycles...................................................46
Think Local........................................................80
Wheaton’s..........................................................27
Wheeler Jewelry.................................................32
Withey’s Health Foods.......................................51
Dine & Unwind
Somers Bay Café................................................63
Tamarack Brewing Company.............................42
Whitefish
Dine & Unwind
Amazing Crepes.................................................69
Jersey Boys Pizzeria.............................................73
Experience
Heart of Whitefish.................... outside back cover
North Valley Music School.................................72
Stumptown Art Studio.......................................67
The Walking Man Frame Shop & Gallery..........77
Tra Le Gael........................................................76
Whitefish Pottery...............................................68
Grow
Terrapin Farm....................................................74
Indulge
33 Baker Day Spa...............................................75
Copperleaf Chocolat Company..........................70
Kettle Care.........................................................74
Sage & Cedar.....................................................72
Salon Central.....................................................76
Whitefish Massage Therapy................................76
Shop
Bookworks.........................................................69
Copperleaf Consignment Clothing....................70
Crystal Winters..................................................67
Don K Subaru......................................................4
Imagination Station............................................70
Nelson’s Ace Hardware.......................................71
Northwind Shirt Company................................68
Rocks & Things.................................................68
The Treasure Outpost.........................................73
Third Street Market............................................77
Voyager Booksellers............................................70
Service
Bohemian Grange Hall.......................................73
Stay
The Bailey’s Bed ’n Bale......................................68
F l at h e a d Va l l e y
Citizens for a Better Flathead.............................60
Flathead Electric Cooperative.............................39
The WasteNot Project.........................................64
Acknowledgements
A special Thank You to the volunteers who helped with this issue and without whom this publication couldn’t happen: Patty Basko,
Gail Bonawitz, Kathy Britton, B.J. Carlson, Jeanne Carlson, Susannah Casey, Sharon DeMeester, Cindy Ercoline, Jen Frandsen, Cathy
McDevitt, Karen Morehouse, Sharon Schiltz, Pauline Sjordal, and the staff of Citizens for a Better Flathead – Mayre Flowers, Karen Reeves,
and Ashley Tetu. Cover Photo: John Ashley, Fine Art Photography.
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Inside this Issue
Good For Business —
Good For Community
Bigfor k5
ShowThyme!
by Karen Reeves
8
Bad Rock Books
by Karen Reeves
16
Centennial Timber Frames
by Karen Reeves
28
Tamarack Brewing Company
by Karen Reeves
62
Crystal Winters
by Mayre Flowers
66
Live Theater in the Flathead....... 10
by Karen Reeves
Danger: Kayaking is Addictive... 12
by Anne Feast Clark
Columbia Falls /
West Glacier
13
Lemon Drop.............................. 18
by Sarah Ward
What The Locals Think
Columbia Falls: Open For Business..20
by Susan Nicosia
Bigfork
Bigfork Beauty...............................................9
Kehoe’s Agate Shop........................................7
The Jug Tree...................................................6
Kalispell21
Columbia Falls
Audubon: This is Our Story....... 56
Hungry Horse Liquor Store..........................14
Montana Coffee Traders...............................18
by Paula Smith
Kalispell—
Where It’s Happening................ 58
Kalispell
Bonelli’s Bistro.............................................22
Flowers by Hansen.......................................29
Janelli’s Deli.................................................24
Shorties Barber Shop....................................52
Wheaton’s....................................................27
Withey’s Health Food...................................50
by Joe Carbonari
Lakeside/Somers61
Safe Routes to Schools............... 63
Whitefish
33 Baker.......................................................74
Airworks......................................................72
Bailey’s Bed ‘n Bale.......................................68
Copperleaf Chocolat Company....................70
Third Street Market......................................77
Whitefish Massage Therapy..........................76
by Johanna Bangeman
Whitefish65
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Bigfork
To Kalispell
Stage Ridge Rd.
35
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Commerce St.
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Electric Ave.
Grand Dr.
Bridge St.
35
To Polson
To Evergreen
35
To Kalispell
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Rock Dr.
Holt Dr.
82
Flathead
Lake
Chapman
Hill Rd
Holt Dr.
Holt Dr.
Swan Highway
35
83
Bigfork
To Polson
To Swan Lake
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Bigfork
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happiness but you can
buy local and that’s
kind of the same thing.
Go Local
for Good Deals
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Antiques
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Consignments
100 Hill Road, Bigfork | 406.837.2276 | www.thebarnantiques.biz
“It’s so nice to be able to shop locally.
They have good sales and great variety
including collectable merchandise.”
—Loretta Lahr, Bigfork
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104 Jewel Basin Court, Bigfork, MT 59911
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SpringHours
Dinner Only 5:30 - 9:00 pm
closed Sunday & Tuesday
Summer Hours
Authentic Italian Food!
Starting June 17th......
Dinner Only 5:00 - 9:30 pm
closed Tuesdays
Reservations greatly appreciated !
Fabrizio Moroldo,
Chef of Ristorante Italiano Moroldo
has been selected and put on the
Best Chefs of America 2013!!
Well done Fabrizio!!
7951 Hwy 35
Bigfork, MT 59911
• 837-2720 •
[email protected]
www.moroldos.com
Shop Local to Find
What Rocks Your World
Kehoe’s Agate Shop
“I like the colors. They have a bunch
of different rock animals in a bunch of
colors. I started collecting them about
a year ago. I’m from out of town but I
always like to come here when we visit.
It’s one of my favorite stores.”
—Martie Haugan, Medicine Hat, Alberta
Custom Jewelry | Agates
Montana Sapphires | Treasures
Precious Stones | and Engagement
1020 Holt Dr. Bigfork, MT 59911
406.837.4467 | [email protected]
www.facebook.com/kehoesagateshop
Good For Business - Good For Community
ShowThyme!
I
n a small building in Bigfork originally built in 1908
to house the local bank, the ShowThyme restaurant is
celebrating its 23rd year. The solid brick walls are now
backdrops for local artwork. The old safe is now referred to
as The Vault and seats overflow diners. Blu and Rose Funk
are the owners/operators/accountants/dishwashers/doers
of what-needs-to-be done. Blu is also the chef.
Blu came to Bigfork in 1982 as a food consultant for
another local establishment. Then Bigfork got into his
blood. Even though
the valley was a bit
sleepier back then,
Blu knew there was
an interest in quality
food. ShowThyme
opened in 1990.
Since then, Blu has
eased back from his
original seven days a
week restaurant and
catering workload
to enjoy some time
outside. ShowThyme is open year-round Tuesday through
Saturday.
The Funks mark the seasons of the year by the special
foods available. When super-fresh halibut comes in, Blu
knows spring is here. As spring turns to summer the fresh
greens begin to arrive - kale, chards, mezuna, mustard
greens, and beet tops – from Loon Lake Farms in Ferndale,
which Blu uses for his special salads. Full summer means
a lot of great local foods are available in the Flathead
including things that Blu and Rose grow themselves –
mint, dill, chives and micro greens. In the fall there will be
elk from the Lower Valley Elk Farm. Quality is paramount
at ShowThyme and locally grown food is included as much
as possible.
The signature menu includes a consistently luscious
variety of crab, beef, pork, duck, lobster, shrimp, salmon,
and fresh vegetable dishes. But every night there are the
chef ’s specials – at least four – so something new is always
on hand. Blu is an avid devourer of a variety of sources on
cuisine. It fuels his creativity and inspiration and keeps his
customers coming back.
In addition, Blu and Rose have done a lot to support
local non-profits. Pitching in with food and certificates
for a variety of causes, they understand the importance of
giving back to their community and are proud to be the
benefactors to a long list of Flathead organizations.
It says a lot about the reputation of
a restaurant to thrive through 23 years,
year-round in a small resort town. People
from all over the valley make the drive to
Bigfork to dine at ShowThyme. Of course
it is a great place to
go before an evening
at the theater next
door but it is lovely
in the quieter times
as well. The food will
tempt any palate.
The exemplary staff
is dedicated and
knowledgeable. Blu
and Rose employ
15 people at the
restaurant
and
credit the staff’s
dedication to much
of
ShowThyme’s
success. In turn, the
fact that most of their
employees have been with them for 10 to 15 years speaks
volumes about the Funks and the positive environment of
ShowThyme.
Come in and sit down either in the cozy interior or
on the deck during the summer. Turn the cell phone off.
Enjoy the food and your companions and the fact that
you’re in the Flathead. What a pleasure.
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Shop Local
and Feel Special
Bigfork Beauty
Amber Rae McCoard
Lead Stylist/Manager
837-4304
“Bigfork Beauty Shop is very
professional with very reasonable
prices but it is also a fun place
to be. They’ll go out of their way
for you and squeeze you into the
schedule.”
—Teresa Curtis, Bigfork
Amber Rae • Lindsey • Joella
Cut • Color • Perm
Pedicures • Manicures
Gel Nails & Full Body Waxing
Official Joico Salon
8270 Hwy 35 • Bigfork, MT 59911
Live Theater in the Flathead
“T
heatre is a vehicle to learn about Life.”
That’s a quote from David Hashley, longtime head of the Theatre Arts Program at
Flathead High School, back in the days when Kalispell
had only one high school. All area high schools now
have a theater arts component, some with state-of-the-art
facilities and equipment. All those programs help to feed
the interest and enthusiasm, not to mention talent, for
productions in the Flathead Valley.
People have been gathering to tell stories for ages. The
process is deeply rooted in our humanity. In this modern
age of home theaters, internet connections, and battery
powered small screens there is still something thrilling
about sitting with others and sharing a story as it unfolds
before you on a brightly lit stage. The effect of live actors
- and the immediate laughter, gasps, and sobs of fellow
audience members - has more impact then a home-alone
reaction to an electronic device.
Live theater (or theatre depending how you like to
spell it or your country of origin) is healthy and kicking
up its heels in the Flathead. School, community, semiprofessional, and full-scale union professional productions
all have a place in the valley.
The granddaddy of all Flathead theater troupes must
be the Bigfork Summer Playhouse (BSP). This year will
mark its 54th season. The BSP is famous for bringing
Broadway to the Rockies. This summer season includes
“Monty Python’s Spamalot,” “Chicago,” “The Sound of
Music,” and “Legally Blond – The Musical.” The amazing
part of the scheduling is that even if you only visit the area
for a week it would be possible to see all the shows. The
productions rotate every day. If you are interested, linger
after a performance and watch the stage transformed from
downtown Chicago to the Austrian Alps. Check them out
at http://bigforksummerplayhouse.com/
The Whitefish Theatre Company (WTC) also has a
long tradition in the valley. This community theater group
that began in 1978 has performed plays in a wide variety
of venues. From shopping malls to Masonic Temples to
vacant storefronts, the shows have gone on. Nowadays
WTC has a home of its own and paid staff. The actors
and crews are volunteers but the depth of their talent is
thrilling. Go to http://whitefishtheatreco.org/
The Alpine Theatre Project (ATP) produces theatrical
and musical pieces with its locally based founders who are
members of the Actors’ Equity Union. In turn, they attract
guest actors to the area to perform. Who wouldn’t want to
spend some time in this beautiful valley? Started in 2004
ATP brings a high caliber mix of musical and dramatic
professional productions to the valley. For the most up-todate playlist go to http://alpinetheatreproject.org/
Chances are if you enjoy live theatre you’ve already
been to a production or two from one or more of the above
groups. But live theatre has more tendrils in the valley. The
Bigfork Community Players are celebrating their 30th year
in 2013. The all-volunteer group dedicated to the theater
arts performs fall through spring. Check out their website
at http://www.bigforkcommunityplayers.com/ to find
the next performance - or the next audition.
The new kid on the theater block is Stumptown Players
(SP), although many of the actors involved are easily
recognizable to local theater-goers. Formed in 2010 they
originally wanted to fill the summer void in community
theater – a time when it is traditionally difficult to get
volunteer actors and crews to commit. The success of that
first play led to more projects and now SP produces three
shows throughout the year and throughout the valley.
See their line-up at http://www.stumptownplayers.org/
index.html
Flathead Valley Community College (FVCC) also
has a vibrant theater arts program and a great facility oncampus. There are classes covering all aspects of stagecraft;
sound, design, lighting, as well as acting. Their productions
are first rate. Check to see what the next show is at http://
www.fvcc.edu/current-students/student-life/theatre.html
From preschooler to senior, resident or visitor the
valley offers many ways to be involved in the magic of live
theater. It can be extremely satisfying no matter which side
of the proscenium you like to be on. Audience members
and actors, of course, but set painters, prop haulers, ticket
sellers are all critical for every show. It’s a great way to learn
about life and a great way to enjoy it.
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B r e t t T h u m a G a l l e ry
“Autumn on the North Fork” by Brett Thuma
Giclee Prints Available • Brett Thuma Gallery • Downtown Bigfork
(406) 837-4604 • brettthumagallery.com
Elaine Snyder was inducted into Montana’s Circle of American Masters by Montana
Arts Council in January 2009 as a Buckskin Tailor. She designs & distinctively hand crafts
vests & jackets for men and women and ladies dresses. Your tanned hides or hers.
540 Country Way South • Kalispell, Montana 59901
Studio Visits By Appointment Only 406-755-0767
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Danger: Kayaking is Addictive
“Now I know just how a duck feels!” I enthused as my
sunshine-yellow kayak bobbed me about in the sparkling
waters of Flathead Lake. I took in the encircling whitecapped mountains, the nearby picturesque little islands
spiked with fir.
My look of enchantment had prompted my kayak
instructor, Bobbie Gilmore, to ask, “What?” She was
leading her annual “Women on Water” course for Flathead
Valley Community College, and was checking on my
welfare.
I was more than
fine; my passion for
sea kayaking was
ignited.
I bought
that boat on the spot,
followed Bobbie to
professional
skills
classes, on guided
trips to the coast, to
Alaska and to Greece.
I took her paddling
suggestions and with
new-found paddling
friends did trips down
the Missouri and Green rivers, Lake Powell,
Roatan, and the Inside Passage. I kept taking
guiding skills and leadership courses, and
after a decade began Montana Sea Kayaking
Adventures LLC. I also eagerly accepted
Bobbie’s encouragement to offer classes at
FVCC.
I found a passion in teaching a lifestyle
sport that I love. Now in my third year, I not only teach
lessons, but also offer tours for people who just want to see
what it feels like to bob about like a duck!
Now, when I sit on the edge of a pool with a flock of
students, I can relate to their hesitation. I took my first
pool class with Bobbie because I didn’t know if my sore
shoulder, extra-large frame or middle age would rule out
kayaking, and I was more than a little concerned about
tipping over. I had a claustrophobic obsession about
getting stuck upside-down in the cockpit; let’s face it, I
was flat-out scared. I even told a male instructor that he
shouldn’t stand too close to me, because I was afraid I
would get frantic if I tipped, and rip off his shorts!
But I went from fear to fun in a heartbeat after a few
test flips in a warm pool, with instructors right beside me.
I figure that’s what allowed me to relax and enjoy the sights
on the lake, comfortably focusing on using my body, boat
and blade to maneuver. Before long, I effortlessly went
wherever I pointed that sunshine-yellow bow, I understood
how to dress and prepare for the water conditions, and
knew how to get back in my boat in deep water should
I tip over. I embraced the fear of going
upside-down by learning to roll; I’ve only
tipped over accidentally in ocean surf.
Now that’s the way I teach: I presume
people have fears, self-doubts and
questions, and I figure if I can allay those
in the pool before moving to fun in a lake.
I can turn students into fellow paddling
enthusiasts who
enjoy all that I
attribute to the
sport: the weight
is down, fitness
and endurance
are up, I’ve made
many new active
friends and I’ve
seen some great
places in this
world from ... a
duck’s-eye view!
FVCC lists
my kayaking classes and tours in the spring-summer
catalog (mailed to residents and online at the college). I
provide a variety of boat options so I can advise and help
students who are on a quest to find just the right fit. And,
remembering my first experience as a duck, I offer tours
for people who want everything provided so they can just
relax and focus on the experience. For private lessons or
tours, call (406) 270-4221. But if you can’t reach me
come August, it’s because I’m off again for Ocean Mother,
exploring Alaskan waters!
—Anne Feast Clark
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B St
2nd St
3rd St
3rd Ave E
1st Ave E
1st St
2nd Ave E
A St
5th Ave E
C St
4th Ave E
roa
Rail
6th Ave E
Columbia Falls/
West Glacier
7th St
5th St
4th Ave E
1st Ave W
6th St
Nucleus
9th St
8th St
9th St
3rd Ave E
5th Ave W
2
2nd Ave W
To Kalispell
& Whitefish
3rd Ave W
4th Ave W
5th St
2nd Ave E
4thSt
11th St
Bills Ln
To Glacier National Park
2
Glacier National Park
West Entrance
West Glacier
2
Coram
To Columbia Falls
2
To Essex,
East Glacier
& Browning
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Columbia Falls/West Glacier
The Historic
Belton Chalet
Extraordinary Dinning
with Glacier Park Views
Hungry Horse
Liquor Store
“specializing in
locally distilled spirits”
8 9 7 0 H w y. 2
Hungry Horse, MT
387-5506
10 - 7 p m
June thru September
Belton Grill Dining Room
& Tap Room Open
May 25th - October 6
Tap Room opens at 3:00pm
Dining Room opens at 5:00pm
7 days a week
Come-as-you-are Fine Dining
featuring Montana grown foods,
craft beers, fine wines & spirits
Go Local and Go
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Hungry Horse Liquor Store
Summer Lodging
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SPECIAL EVENTS
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12575 Highway 2 East
(406) 888-5000
beltonchalet.com
“The folks at the store are very
hospitable, very accommodating, and
very knowledgeable. Wendy helped me
with a good recommendation about a
locally distilled product.”
—Karen Feather, Coram
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Bad Rock Books
T
his is exactly how a recent visit to Bad Rock Books
played out. Owner Carol Rocks was a bit shy at first
at the idea of an interview. Without hesitation, a
nearby browser and self-described book fanatic jumped
into the conversation. “This is one of the world’s best
bookstores, bar none. Carol has this amazing selection of
books. There is always something new and different here
and it’s a great place for discussions on a myriad of topics.”
Born and raised in Whitefish, Carol grew up with her
nose in books. Whenever she was reading, her exasperated
mother would have to call her 2 or 3 times before Carol
would hear. That happened a lot. After high school and
marriage, Carol moved around the country with her
husband and worked a variety of jobs. While living in
Seattle her husband asked her what she would really like to
do. She knew immediately. Own a used bookstore. Soon
after she started collecting books with that goal in mind.
By the time she moved back to the Flathead Valley,
Carol had nearly 100 boxes of books. She opened her first
store in a corner of the old Rex’s Pawn Shop, which at
the time was located at the current Burger King site. She
gave Rex a year’s rent, took over his book inventory, added
her own and she was in business. When that property
sold, Carol began looking for a store of her own. In 1997,
she moved to her current location on Nucleus Avenue.
Aside from the grocery
store and the bars, she
figures she has been on
the street the longest.
At Carol’s last
count she had over
26,000 books – and
that inventory was a
while ago. (Carol says
she’d rather read than
count.) She is always
adding more books to
the shelves and always
adding more shelves.
Originally she had
hoped to be more of a
combination bookstore and art gallery, but has settled into
bookstore and the art of conversation instead. Still, there
are interesting ceramics and prints tucked throughout
the store. But the truth is that most of the wall space is
consumed by books.
History, horror, health, mystery, politics, wealth – pick
a genre and you will find it here. Romances used to be
her biggest sellers but now they seem to be mysteries and
science fiction. She buys books for specific customers and
customers bring books to her. Every third Thursday of the
month, the Bad Rock Book Club meets at the store to
discuss the month’s selection. Members choose what they
want to read and discuss for the following year during the
November meeting and Carol makes sure the books are
available. The choices include a wide variety – fiction, nonfiction, modern, and classic in all categories. New members
are always welcome.
After all these years and all these books Carol says she
still loves what she does. Though she used to work six days
a week, nine hours a day at the store, she has scaled back
the hours and hired an assistant. But it is still important to
her that customers are comfortable to browse or converse
at their pleasure. She believes in the importance of an
actual book versus an electronic device. Whether through
color or design or heft, a physical book can attract you to
a shelf and then draw you into a place or a concept you
might otherwise overlook. There are a lot of ideas between
the covers of a book and a safe place to talk about them all
inside the door of Bad Rock Books.
— Karen Reeves
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Unique Communities: Where we shop,
where we eat and have fun — all of it
makes our community home. One-of-akind businesses are an integral part of this
distinctive character. Local tourism based
businesses also benefit because when
people go on vacation they generally seek
out destinations that offer them the sense
of being someplace, not just anyplace.
Portraits &
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Columbia Falls, MT 59912
Lemon Drop
“A
lthough my grandpa died when I was only
eight, his stories and his wisdom have stayed
with me.”
Whenever I eat a lemon
drop, its bittersweet taste brings
back memories of my grandpa.
When we were preparing to sell
his truck after he died, I was
cleaning out under the seats and
I found one lonely lemon drop.
It was all that was left of our time
together. Holding it in my hand,
the feeling was as bittersweet as
the lemon drop itself—I could
almost taste the memory as if I were there with him.
We are once again crawling down the road in his
rickety old truck that bounces like a rubber ball because
the shocks were long gone. I can still remember the odor
of hot upholstery in the middle of summer, although it
smelled like that no matter the season. The seats were
light gray, the color of old bubble gum. His truck was
immaculately clean for a work truck. There were no loose
papers drifting around on the dashboard nor forgotten
tools rolling around on the floor. The only things ever in
there were lemon drops and Fritos—his two favorite foods.
When he met me at the bus stop, he would give me
the bag of Fritos and tell me that I could have one handful
because I was young, and he could have three because he
was old. Then, we would take off driving. Some days we
would go straight home, while others we would meander
around county roads and dirt lanes, and he would tell me
stories of wonderful places and people I could only dream
of seeing. He told me of the Hobbit and his search for the
rings, one of his favorite stories. He described it in such
detail that I could almost believe it was true. Other days
he would recite to me poems that he had memorized over
the years, all kinds of poems too, everything from poems
about peaches to poems by Edgar Allen Poe. I loved the
way he quoted them, as though he himself were there with
the raven sitting above the chamber door. “Nevermore!” he
would cry out theatrically. I always looked forward to that
poem; it was my favorite of them all. I’ve forgotten now
how it goes because I haven’t read it since his death four
years ago.
We always had a word of the
day too since his motto was that
words are one of the greatest gifts
you can give. Some days it was
something easy like incinerate.
(At first this sounded hard but
after I was told that it meant ‘to
burn up’ and that was it, it was
no longer intimidating.) Other
days it would be a word like
translucent. That word has always
stuck with me for some reason. When I was younger, I
would just blurt it out because I liked the sound of it, and
it made me feel smart.
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Go Local for That
Neighborhood Feel
Montana Coffee Traders
“I come here for the great food, of
course. It’s nice to have healthy options.
I like the Columbia Falls store the best.
Everyone is so friendly and there is such
a community atmosphere.”
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Columbia Falls—Open for Business
W
elcome to Columbia Falls. That’s the message
that this community wants to get out. Columbia
Falls is working to promote the prosperity of
its residents and the civic, commercial, industrial
and agricultural interests of the community, while it
maintains its small town, family oriented character.
It is heartening to see the number of upstart and
updated businesses making changes in both new and
remodeled buildings; restaurants, manufacturing facilities,
banks, professional offices, a brewery, and assisted living
complexes are expanding throughout the town. One can
see the changes from the core of Nucleus Avenue to the
Highway 2 business corridor.
The city has participated
in the Economic Development
Grant program for the last 10
years, providing low-interest
funds for small businesses in
partnership with Montana West
Economic Development. In line
with the goal of promoting
economic development, the
city council commissioned a
professional video showcasing
the Columbia Falls community.
The video is available on the
city and chamber websites,
YouTube, and Facebook.
Hardcopy DVD’s are available
at city hall.
In addition to attracting
new energy Columbia Falls is
holding on to its roots. F.H.
Stoltze Land and Lumber
Company celebrated 100 years of operation and community
support while kicking off an innovative biomass-fueled
electric generation facility. Western Building Center
teamed up with new partners and opened Smartlam, the
first manufacturer of cross-laminated timber products in
the United States.
Recreational opportunities abound in and around
Columbia Falls. The town is enviously sited between
Glacier National Park and Flathead Lake. The three
forks of the Flathead River, draining Glacier and the
Bob Marshall Wilderness, join together just north of the
city and flow as one mighty river on the edge of town.
Opportunities to camp, fish, raft, and snowmobile literally
begin on Columbia Falls’ doorstep. There are great places
to golf, swim, and hike here too.
The city recently invested in 27 acres of land along the
Flathead River, more than doubling the size of the city’s
parkland and providing great local access to the river. The
park boasts 900 ft of river frontage and acres of wide-open
meadows for recreating. There is a handicap accessible path
from the parking lot to the river. The city
is also continuing to expand its bike and
walking paths to connect parks, schools
and the business community. The city
has partnered with Rails to Trails of
Northwest Montana
to print maps of
the local parks and
trails which will be
available soon.
There are a
number of special
activities to enjoy
throughout
the
summer and fall in
Columbia Falls. Heritage Days is definitely the
premier event. Festivities begin July 24th and run
through the 28th. There is a car show, rodeo, 5K
& 10K run, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, and a
grand parade.
This year the Columbia Falls Farmers’ Market
will be held at Pinewood Park on Highway 2. Open
every Thursday between mid-June and mid-September
from 5-7 pm, the market is a delicious way to start the
evening. Pinewood Park is an excellent venue for families
and has plenty of room to grow the market. The fun
will continue on Thursdays at Marantette Park when the
summer concert series begins at 7 pm. We hope to see
you there.
—Susan Nicosia
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Kalispell
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“They’ve got the best food in town.
The Panini are wonderful. The soup
is outstanding and the prices are very
reasonable.”
“They have a very nice atmosphere
and a very friendly staff.”
—B. J. and Milt Carlson, Kalispell
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Kalispell
Go Local for Fast,
Friendly, Fantastic Food
Janelli’s Deli
Cleverly Disguised
as a Cenex Station
Catering for
All Occasions
406-755-3750
at 3 Mile &
North Meridian
Kalispell, Montana
“The food is awesome.”
“It’s the breakfast. I come in for the
food mainly. Good service too. No,
make that great service.”
—Tylor Schweigert and
Devon Weaver, Kalispell
GOLD, SILVER, COINS and JEWELRY
Your Trusted Bullion Specialists For Over 22 Years
Monday to Friday, 10:00 to 5:30
237 Main Street, Kalispell, MT • 752-2646
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Flathead’s most experienced Compounding Pharmacy
Evergreen
Compounding Pharmacy
George A. Yeats, owner
Chris Elizagaray, Pharm. D.
Compounding Pharmacist
2141 Hwy 2 East, Suite 300 • Kalispell, MT
Phone (406) 257-2083 • Fax (406) 755-3219
evergreencompoundingpharmacy.com • [email protected]
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Kalispell
Pet, Home-Care & Senior Help
All pets, including Livestock
Overnights Available
Services Offered
Medications
Pet Exercise
Supply Delivery
Pooper Scooper
Exotic Pets Care
Polly & Connie
Connie & Dennis • Bonded & Insured
406-257-7155
[email protected]
• Located near Kalispell City Airport
• Indoor Pool, Sauna & Hot Tub
• Group Rates
• Senior Citizens Rates
• AAA Rates
• Continental Breakfast
• Free High Speed Internet
1830 Highway 93 South, Kalispell, MT
For Reservations USA & Canada
755-3798
1-800-843-6114
www.aeroinn.com
www.petsit.com/pets_plus
• Boat Tops, Covers & Interiors
• Furniture, Residential & Commercial
• Awnings, Residential & Commercial
• Retractable Awnings and Power Screens
302 2nd St. West
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3200
[email protected] • www.lowitzcustomshoppe.com
April 20-October 12 at Flathead Valley Community College
Fresh & local produce, pork & baked goods,
bedding plants, perennials & herbs, arts &
crafts and much more! No pets please.
For more information, call 881-4078
Kalispell
Go Local, Then Get on the
Local Roads and Trails
Wheaton’s
“We always come here to get our
bikes tuned up for the season. The
gentlemen who work here are always
knowledgeable, polite, and friendly.
Our bikes are in good hands.”
—Jean and Jerry Ambrose, Kalispell
214 1st Ave West, Kalispell • 257-5808
Hours M-F 9-6; Sat. 9-5
wheatonscycle.com
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Centennial Timber Frames
W
ood is a wonder material that surrounds the
Flathead. Sure, we build homes and sometimes
heat them with the stuff, but we don’t always
appreciate wood’s finer structural properties or its flat
out beauty. The people at Centennial Timber Frames do.
Their office houses a gallery
of homes they have built; the
photos make obvious their
love and respect for wood.
Founded
in
1988
and named for Montana’s
100th anniversary, Centennial
Timber Frames began with
three partners dedicated to
the artistry, use, and re-use
of wood. Mike and Sandy
Koness have been the sole
proprietors since 1996. There
are six additional employees
at CTF, five wood artisans
(which now includes Mike
and Sandy’s son, Will) and
a computer-aided design or
CAD specialist. That person
helps amplify an architect’s drawings and converts them
into thoroughly detailed renderings of every angle.
Mike says the best part of his job is that it includes
three things he loves; big timber, working on a
house, and having a shop. Unlike conventional stick
construction, timber frames are meticulously fitted
and joined in the huge shop area. The pieces are then
labeled and disassembled and trucked to the building
site where they can go back together in a week or less.
The size of the hewn timbers - and sometimes logs that he and his crew work with is amazing. The shop
allows a craftsman to angle the wood just so and make
adjustments to ensure a perfect fit for each joint.
Some of the techniques used at CTF are centuries old,
as is some of the wood. Of course using reclaimed lumber
is good for the environment but the folks at CTF also
believe the history of the wood adds to its beauty. They
have used beams from old mines, and mills, and barns.
Many of these historic timbers came from enormous old
growth trees that are no longer available, and many are
denser, harder and more stable than most wood available
today.
Of course, new wood is also used at CTF.
Douglas Fir is the preferred species because it has
a good strength to weight ratio, but CTF works
with each client to get his or her desired outcome.
It takes big trees to get timber that is free of
heartwood (from the center) which can cause a
beam to buckle and twist. It is also important
that the wood be dry for the same reason. Pegs
are always made from oak.
CTF has built all sizes and scales of projects:
small cabins, a personal lookout building,
massive homes. Even a bookshelf project gets
a full CAD rendering and attention to detail.
Remodeling with timber framing is a great way
to add a special addition. It
is not uncommon for people
to want a hybrid house,
part conventional stick
construction with a wing or
room of timber frame. Mike
has great respect for the
local builders and architects
he has coordinated with
through the years.
Mike knows that CTF’s
craftsmanship, efficiency,
and dependability are it’s
most important qualities.
Those qualities are why
CTF is celebrating its 25th
anniversary this year. It’s
wonderful to see the caliber of the work, the care of the
craftsmen, and the creativity of the design - all with wood.
—Karen Reeves
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for All Occasions
Flowers by Hansen
Your Main Street Florist
since 1943
SHOP LOCAL
“The people at Flowers by Hansen
are awesome. This was totally
unexpected but what a super gift.
We always use local businesses –
they do a fabulous job.”
—Janelle Buchanan,
Co-owner of Think Local, Kalispell
Gifts & Home Decor
(406) 752-1313
128 Main Street
Kalispell, MT 59901
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Western Building Centers
Your Locally owned building supplier since 1946
Kalispell
le
Columbia Falls
Ronan
Stevensvil
Evergreen
Polson
Libby
Eureka
Whitefish
Culbertson
WBC Truss/Wall
Kalispell — 755-6411
1745 3rd Ave East
Stevensville —777-1452
3956 US Hwy 93 N.
Evergreen — 755-9444
1019 East Idaho
Libby— 293-7755
30508 US Hwy 2
Whitefish — 862-2545
6130 Hwy 93 South
Ronan — 676-5726
36203 Round Butte Rd . W.
Columbia Falls — 892-3204
1550 9th St. West
Polson — 883-5284
905 1st St. East
Eureka — 297-2253
1574 Hwy 93 N.
WBC Truss/Wall — 892-2171
1863 - 13th St. W. CFalls
Culbertson — 787-5880
5929 Rd 1020
“Where the Contractor shops and so should you.”
www.westernbuildingcenter.com
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Native American
&
Mountain Man
Reproductions
HIGHLONESOME
GALLERY
John Moffatt - Artist
P.O. Box 166
Kila, MT 59920
(406) 755-3411
[email protected]
“Going to the Sun”
Set with Golden Montana
Sapphire & Diamonds
“The West That Was”
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PI N E N E E D L E FA R M
Totally Cashmere
Quality Handspun Yarns and
Special Crocheted Accessories
Ann Keenan
(406) 253-3990
P.O. Box 216,
Kila, MT 59920
[email protected]
www.pnfcashmeres.com
Raising Animals Naturally
If the people of an average
American city were to shift 10%
of their spending from chains to
local businesses, it would bring an
additional $235 million per year to
the community’s economy.
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Montana’s Best Burgers
American Kobe Beef, Swan River Elk,
Mission Mountain Buffalo, Spring Brook Ranch Yak
100 Craft Beers • Regional Wines
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Historic Downtown Kalispell • 406-755-7687
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Kalispell
Colter Coffee Roasting
CELEBRATING 10 YEARS
OF LOCALLY ROASTED COFFEE
424 S Main • 755-1319 • coltercoffee.com
MONDAY - SATURDAY 10AM-5PM
We’ve Moved!
Please visit us at our new location:
2610 Hwy 93 (just past Murdoch’s)
12,000 sq. ft. of surplus and used
building materials, furniture, appliances,
hardware, paint & housewares
Now accepting donations of
new and used furniture
Pick-up and delivery available
All ReStore donations are
tax deductible
Volunteers always welcome!
Please call 752-2905
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P 406.755.4993
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75 First Avenue W.n.
Kalispell, MT 59901
The Towne Printer was established in
1963. We have grown from a small
mom and pop operation to one of
the largest quick printers in the state.
We offer printing, copying, graphics,
mailing and project management all
under one roof. We pride ourselves
on being one of the few printing
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Puttin’
the Squeeze
High Electric Bills!
Flathead Electric is
on
Nothing
says Local
quite like
Energy Efficiency
“Any energy we don’t use is energy we don’t have to go looking for on the
open market.” That’s the message from your local electric utility, which offers
a vast assortment of energy efficiency opportunities to its members.
“Flathead Electric is unique in that it actually wants to sell less of the
product it has to offer.” That’s according to spokeswoman Wendy OstromPrice, who explained that conserving energy saves the Co-op money, which
ultimately beneets us all, as member-owners.
FEC has a longstanding record of energy preservation, but decided to
enhance its efficiency programs even further, with the launch of
“Energy Fix,” and its many incentives.
“You really can’t get more local than by utilizing FEC’s energy efficiency
measures”, Ostrom-Price says. “We work with local insulators, window
installers, appliance dealers, heating and cooling contractors, et al.
Flathead Electric goes local all the way.”
To learn more about FEC’s efficiency programs
stop by the Co-op, call 751-1875,
or visit www..atheadelectric.com
and click on Energy Fix.)
Testimonial: “We saved hundreds of
dollars on our heating bills last winter
and the cooling over the summer has
been an unexpected bonus. We are
very happy with the system.”
—Ken Siderius
Bill and Diane Yarus
294 2nd Ave. WN
Kalispell, MT 59901
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and/or a FREE estimate at 406-257-1341
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Kalispell
Calm Animal Care
In Historic Downtown Kalispell
Providing quality veterinary
services to the Flathead
Valley since 1984
☛ Friendly, affordable
sales & service
☛ Raleigh, Diamond Back
& Rocky Mtn. Bikes
☛ We take trade-ins ☛ Trained mechanics ☛ Bike Rentals
332 Main Street, Kalispell MT
Call 752-BIKE (2453)
Bank Locally!
• Medicine • Dentistry • Surgery
• Chiropractic • Acupuncture
Dr. Barbara Calm
Dr. Karen Hartle
Dr. Laura Thiel
Calm Animal Care
Box 14, Kila, MT 59920
406-755-8214
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Idaho Street Bank
233 E Idaho Street
Kalispell, MT 59901
755-4271
Meridian Road Bank
552 N Meridian Road
Kalispell, MT 59901
755-5432
A Locally Owned,
Independent
Community Bank
Since 1974!
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Join the Montana Wilderness
Association for a summer of free
guided hikes across NW Montana
Check out our website for
additional information.
Sign up with each hike leader.
Swift Creek – Smith Lake,
Whitefish Trail walk – June 1
6 miles, Moderate
Ed Lieser (406) 862.3880
The Cabinet Mountains,
A Naturalists View – June 1
6 miles, Moderate
Brian Baxter (406) 293.6500
Katie Kotynski
Girls’ hike in Glacier National Park
Ross Creek Cedars – June 2
1 mile, Easy
Carol and Irv Jenkins (208) 265.9204
The Montana Wilderness Association works with
communities to protect Montana’s wilderness
heritage, quiet beauty, and outdoor traditions,
now and for future generations.
Montana Wilderness Association
Flathead-Kootenai Chapter
307 1st Ave. E. #1 • Kalispell, MT 59901 • 406-755-6304
www.wildmontana.org
Sheepherder Mountain - June 23
7 miles, Moderately-Strenuous
Matt Bowser (406) 334.1552
Cube Iron and Four Lakes Loop – July 13
Mark and Karen Sheets (406) 827.3328
Black Peak – July 13
Judy Hutchins (406) 847.2717
Link Lake - July 27
3 miles, Easy
John Larson (406) 890.4129
Moose Peak Hike and BBQ – Aug 17
7 miles, Moderate
Terry and Katy Meyers (406) 471.4159
Annual Sawtooth Clamber – Aug 20
12 miles, Strenuous
Sandy Compton (208) 290.1281
Bluebird Lake – Aug 23
4 miles, Moderate
John Larson (406) 890.4129
Nasukoin Mountain – Aug 24
12 miles, Strenuous
Debo Powers (406) 407.0787
Rock Candy Mountain – Sept 8
8 miles, Strenuous
Matt Bowser (406) 334.1552
Huntsburger Lake – Sept. 22
7 miles, Moderate
Fred and Lynne Vanhorn (406) 250.1739
Wetland Wonders – Oct 5
3 miles, Moderate
Brian Baxter (406) 293.6500
Scotchman Peak Hike – Oct 12
8 miles, Strenuous
Phil Hough (208) 946.9127
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Flathead Audubon Society—Our Story
B
irding and wildlife watching are rapidly growing
recreational interests and the Flathead is known as
one of the best birding areas in the west.
Flathead Audubon began as the Bigfork Bird Club in
1975 and in 1977 affiliated with the National Audubon
Society. Today, Flathead Audubon is one of 10 chapters in
Montana, which includes Montana Audubon in Helena.
Flathead Audubon is all about helping people enjoy
birds and learn about nature, while supporting conservation
through education and advocacy. A common interest in
birds, habitat, and protecting our natural environment
draws residents of all ages from all walks of life together.
Everyone is welcome to participate in Flathead Audubon
programs and activities, regardless of skill level.
At monthly meetings, members and non-members
share bird sightings and tips on bird identification and
behavior. We then enjoy a program by a featured guest
about birds, natural history or conservation. Flathead
Audubon also offers birding field trips year-round at
national wildlife refuges and management areas, wetlands,
river corridors and in Glacier National Park. During the
Christmas season, Flathead Audubon participates in the
National Audubon Christmas Bird Count, a census of
bird life. Local counts include Bigfork, Kalispell, Glacier
National Park and Swan Valley. In April each year, we offer
“Beauty of Birds”, a course in local bird identification. In
September, “Raptor Day in Memory of Rod Ash” at Lone
Pine State Park is a family-oriented event that focuses on
birds of prey.
Flathead Audubon and Montana Audubon jointly
manage Owen Sowerwine Natural Area, 442 acres on the
braided section of the Flathead River, one mile east of
Kalispell. OSNA is designated a Montana Important Bird
Area with over 100 documented bird species.
Flathead Audubon’s Conservation, Wetlands and
Refuges Committees actively track local conservation issues
and work with the Board of Directors to take action in
the form of public testimony or written recommendations
when appropriate.
At Flathead Audubon in 2013 we recognize a new
challenge. Young people are becoming increasingly
sedentary and involved with electronic media in indoor
settings. How can the future generation develop empathy
with other species in real, living landscapes without
outdoor experiences? How can we care about what we
don’t know and understand? To counteract this alarming
trend, Flathead Audubon is committed to providing free
nature education to students in the Flathead Valley. Our
Conservation Education Program is dedicated to seeing
“No Child Left Inside!” We accomplish this and more
with a dedicated half-time Conservation Educator and
much support from our volunteer board and membership
in numerous ways:
• The innovative “Get Out” program pairs high
school students at risk for dropping out with
elementary students. Older students mentor
younger students in a program that teaches about
watersheds, ecosystems and habitat restoration at
Owen Sowerwine Natural Area.
• A “Nature Speaker” series on the outdoors and
birds is presented at local institutions, such as,
Samaritan House and the Montana Veterans’
Home in Columbia Falls.
• Local public, private and home schools make use
of Flathead Audubon educational trunks, in-class,
hands-on conservation units, assistance with bird
counts, field studies and curriculum support.
• Programs at local libraries and other community
organizations.
• Creation of native plant gardens at four local
schools that function as outdoor learning spaces
and provide habitat for local bird species.
Flathead Audubon invites you to attend a monthly
meeting, join other birders on a field trip, or volunteer for
an activity and/or committee! Our activities are diverse and
nonpolitical. We look forward to meeting new members.
We also deeply appreciate donations, especially to our
Conservation Education Program. For more information,
go to www.flatheadaudubon.org.
—Paula Smith
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Kalispell—Where It’s Happening
I
f you want to know what’s
going on in the Flathead,
you’d better check out
Kalispell.
Shaking off the doldrums a
new, more vibrant Kalispell is
putting out the welcome mat.
The idea is to put people
on the streets, and the theme is
FUN. Everyone is invited.
There’s our series of First
Fridays with shops open late. It’s
a time to mingle, nibble a bit,
sip a bit, and shop a bit. Very casual, very nice…you can
bring the kids.
As June hits our Thursday!Fests return and continue
through August. They’re a bit like a carnival that’s been
crossed with a craft fair, a food court, a concert, and a “beer
garden”. The ages and professions are mixed from babesin-arms to grandpas gawking. Old friends meet and new
friendships are formed. A bit of the best of it is that we
truly mix. You have the opportunity to chat with people
that you might not otherwise know other than by sight. In
that respect Thursday!Fest can be a lot like going to the old
town square. We love it.
And then there’s A Taste of Kalispell.
Kalispell’s finest chefs, and a few from around
the valley, come together on the grounds of
The Museum at Central School to share their
finest foods, wines, and friendship. August
breezes carry the sounds of music, laughter,
chatter and natter. A bit old-fashioned
perhaps, but all age levels are spanned, and all
seem to smile and enjoy.
Our autumn 5k Fun Run – A Run
Through History gives both our most
physically fit and our “wannebes” a chance to
get some fresh air, run for the fun of it, and vie
for recognition, and perhaps some sympathy,
when the running is done. Costumes are
allowed.
Officially, the party givers are the members of the
Kalispell Business Improvement District and its partner
organization, the Kalispell Downtown Association. The
KBID is comprised of property owners; the KDA of
business owners and managers. Each organization has its
own role.
The KBID takes on the task of making sure that
the infrastructure and environment is both attractive
and functional, spurring both new investment and reinvestment. Besides up-grading and maintaining their own
buildings in a manner consistent with the style and tone
of Historic Downtown Kalispell, the KBID has funded
informational Way Finding Signage, restored benches
for rest and conversation, and purchased and maintained
blossoming flowers for corner planters and hanging baskets.
Residents and visitors alike enjoy the beauty thus created.
Not to be overlooked, or undervalued, is the pleasure
of bantering with Kalispell’s un-official Ambassador of
Goodwill, as he goes about his duties of maintaining
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enjoying a period of amazing investment and growth. Pick
up a Historic Walking Tour brochure and come stroll with
us, shop, eat and enjoy. You will be amazed with what you
find. We are Historic Downtown Kalispell, and we warmly
welcome our guests.
Lastly, don’t forget our gems of history: the Museum
at Central School, the Hockaday Center for the Arts, and
the Conrad Mansion. For an up-to-date schedule of what’s
going on in Historic Downtown Kalispell check us out
on our Web site. www.downtownkalispell.com …and
please “Like Us” on Facebook. :)
—Joe Carbonari
cleanliness and beauty, while also greeting many of our
visitors and sharing his insights and information with them.
Additionally, kudos to the KDA for providing the
logistics, the volunteers, and the funding for the summer
and fall events listed above, and so very much more. Their
enthusiasm drives us all, and their efforts are seemingly
tireless…apparently they thrive on the good times as well.
They are our life blood.
Together, the members of the KBID and the KDA want
you to know that Kalispell is a city with a storied past and
the promise of an even brighter future. We are currently
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Although my grandpa died when I was only eight, his
stories and his wisdom have stayed with me. He passed
his love of words on to me with each story he told, every
poem he recited, and vocabulary word he explained. After
his death, I discovered that he carried poems in his wallet,
tucked away under the money flap. These hidden verses
showed his love of language; it wasn’t always visible, and
he did not share it with everyone, but I was lucky enough
to be his granddaughter.
I will never forget those wonderful afternoons. They
remain some of my fondest memories of my grandpa. At
the end of our afternoon drives, before he would drop me
off at my house, my grandpa always slipped a lemon drop
into my hand. “Sarah,” he would say with a very serious
face. “Can you keep a secret?” I would laugh and tell him,
yes of course. “You are my favorite granddaughter.” With
that he opened the door for me and I would wave goodbye
as he drove away.
—Sarah Ward
Sarah Ward is a freshman at Flathead High School and
wrote this piece when she was thirteen.
This essay was originally published in the Whitefish
Review, a locally produced journal of photographs, art, and
words. The Whitefish Review celebrates the individual and
the exchange of ideas in our mountain culture. For more
information go to www.whitefishreview.com.
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WHAT WOULD A SUSTAINABLE FLATHEAD
LOOK LIKE TO YOU?
we asked around and these are
some of the things we learned:
Working since 1992 to Keep the Flathead Special Forever! Our mission
is to foster informed and active citizen participation in the decisions shaping
the Flathead’s future, and to champion the democratic principles, sustainable
solutions, and shared vision necessary to Keep the Flathead Special Forever.
We believe in the power of collaboration and consensus building, and we
believe that there is always much good to be done and that there are many
opportunities to work together toward our shared objectives. Call us at 756-8993 to share ideas and to
learn how you can get involved. Visit our Facebook page to learn more and to view a short video
called “Future Shots” that documents the community’s response to our question: “What would a
sustainable Flathead look like to you?” Visit us on the web at www.flatheadcitizens.org.
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Lakeside/Somers
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Tamarack Brewing Company
B
etween the shores of Flathead Lake and the slopes
of Blacktail Mountain in Lakeside sits the Tamarack
Brewing Company (TBC) Alehouse and Grill,
affectionately called The ‘Rack. This summer will mark
their 6th anniversary. Within that time they have become
an integral part of the community.
Owners Andra and Josh Townsley had been living in
Phoenix where Josh ran Arizona’s largest microbrewery.
But they dreamed of returning to Montana. Andra
remembered her childhood summers at Flathead Lake and
playing in Stoner Creek on the edge of town. They both
loved Lakeside and felt they could bring a great gathering
spot to the area. In 2006 they made the move and opened
their brewery/restaurant as
envisioned in July of 2007.
The brew tanks were smaller
when they opened. They made
about 800 barrels of beer (the
equivalent of 1600 kegs) that
first year. Last year that number
more than tripled to 2600
barrels. Two years ago they also
opened another location in
Missoula.
TBC has created 8 signature
beers that are available year round but enjoy inventing new
recipes and experimenting with seasonal ingredients. Early
on they were given some oak barrels from the Jim Beam
distillery. Josh decided to make a porter beer, aging it in the
wooden casks. Named in honor of Andra’s mustachioed
father, Old Stache Whiskey Barrel Porter was born. It is a
recurrent, seasonal favorite. They also have their own root
beer on tap.
One hundred percent of the base malt that TBC uses
in its beer is Montana grown. They are also experimenting
with a Fresh Hop Ale that uses only hops grown in the
Flathead. For Josh and Andra it has been a rewarding part
of the brewing experience to meet the farmers.
Microbreweries are a very environmentally friendly
way to deliver beer to consumers. The kegs are cleaned and
reused almost endlessly. The home consumer can bring in
a refillable glass “growler”. There is nothing to throw away.
This summer TBC will be adding canned beer to the lineup. Cans, of course, are unbreakable and easily recyclable,
and great news for all the boaters and picnickers in the area.
To those paying attention it seems that recently there
are new microbreweries popping up all over the state.
Andra sees that as a good thing. She considers handcrafted
brewers less like competition and more like a brotherhood.
All the establishments help create a demand. TBC’s
unofficial motto is, “There is no reason to drink bad beer.”
Despite all the beer talk, the restaurant is an important
part of the experience at The ‘Rack. Open for lunch and
dinner they have great pub fare
that compliments great beer.
They use a lot of Montana
products too: meats, cheeses,
tortillas, and breads. The fare
ranges from organic salads to
prime rib, nachos to burgers.
If you like Thai food, get to
TBC on Thursday nights. The
menu favorites always include
a suggestion for a good beer
pairing.
Hit The ‘Rack on Tuesday Trivia night and it is
obvious what an important part of the social fabric TBC
has become. It’s also a major employer for Lakeside. The
year round staff of 40 swells to 70 in the summer. Every
Wednesday is Community Tap Night. From 6 to 9 pm. a
local charity or community organization will receive $0.75
for every pint sold. The list of whom they have benefited is
long. It is definitely one of the more fun ways to support a
favorite non-profit.
In the summer one can sit on the deck under the
massive willows and listen to the waters of Stoner Creek
nearby while enjoying food and drink. Or cozy up inside
in the winter after a day of skiing. It’s always a comfortable
place to be. Try it, you’ll fit right in.
—Karen Reeves
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The Safe Routes to Schools Program
Promotes Walking in Lakeside
T
he Lakeside Elementary School was awarded a
$10,000 grant from the Safe Routes To Schools
(SRTS) program. The money is being used to
develop a bicycle/pedestrian plan for Lakeside, focusing
on a 2-mile radius around the elementary school.
Safe Routes to Schools is a national program under the
Department of Transportation that provides grant money
for programs using a five-pronged approach referred to
as the 5 E’s: Education (teaching children how to travel
safely on foot or on bikes along roads), Encouragement
(for more healthy active lives), Evaluation (assessing safety
issues before and after education and encouragement, then
looking for evidence of improvement), Enforcement (to
ensure safe driving behaviors along our roads and highways
in the study area), Engineering (asking where would safe
routes best serve the most children getting to school).
To promote the education component, there was
recently a Journeys From Home workshop held at Lakeside
Elementary. Eighteen teachers attended who will now use
what they learned to educate students about safe travel
to and from school. There is a new pedestrian activated
crosswalk light that will make crossing 93 much safer.
In addition, Lakeside Elementary’s P.E. program
was given the materials for a Mileage Program that
includes rewards to encourage healthy activities for all
Lakeside students. P.E. teacher, Kim Rogers, has been
very supportive and integral to its success. Other noninfrastructure events such as a “Walk to School Day” may
be planned for students living within 2 miles of the school.
For those living farther away such an event would include
a designated “park and walk” spot.
So now, with the Safe Routes to Schools study, it is
critical that the community, school, and parents engage
in the discussion about what best suits the needs of
the Lakeside/Somers district and what will encourage
walking and biking safely as part of their lives. Ultimately,
it would be great to connect the lovely west shore
communities without using Highway 93. The project’s
goal is to provide a safer and more enjoyable way for kids
and families to get outside to hike and bike. Research
shows that active kids have more active brains, and that
behavior and learning improves.
Please contact project engineer, Ryan Mitchell from
Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA), with your knowledge,
ideas and concerns at 406-752- 5025 or [email protected].
Safe Routes to Schools volunteer coordinator, Johanna
Bangeman, at 844-3954 or at [email protected] would
also welcome your input. Look for more information on
Safe Routes to Schools Montana at www.saferoutesmt.org
or contact Taylor Lonsdale, Safe Routes MT Coordinator,
at 406.994.7031
— Johanna Bangeman
Historic
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Somers Bay Cafe
Located in Beautiful
Downtown Somers
Serving Breakfast & Lunch
7 Days a Week • 7:00 am to 2:00 pm
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Lakeside/Somers
Learn what you can recycle locally in addition to:
Paper, cardboard, #1 & #2 plastics, and aluminum & steel cans
Visit www.wastenotproject.org or call us at 756-8993
Thermostats
Antifreeze
Motor Oil
Glass
Ink Cartridges
Building Materials
Appliances
Cars
Packing Materials
Fluorescent
Light Bulbs
Oil-based Paint
Rechargeable
Batteries
Propane Tanks
Computers &
Electronics
Brush & Yard Waste
All Metals
Now You Can Safely Dispose of Unwanted Medicines.
You can safely dispose of unwanted medications in a secure, convenient mailbox-style container.
This is a free, anonymous, public service provided by local law enforcement agencies. They are
the only agencies currently legally permitted to collect unwanted medicines.
Kalispell
Col. Falls
Whitefish
Flathead County Justice Center • Accessible 24 hours/day, 7days/wk.
Columbia Falls Police Station • 8am – 6pm, Mon. through Fri.
Whitefish Police Station • 8am – 5pm, Mon. through Fri.
Simply use the plastic bags provided to empty your pill vials or you may place the entire bottle
into the box. No sharps or liquids, please.
Help Keep Our Water Clean and Help Put a Stop to Drug Abuse.
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Whitefish
To Whitefish
Resort
Railway St
Miles Ave
1st St
1st St
Baker Ave
7th St
Columbia Ave
Kalispell Ave
5th St
Pine Ave
Park Ave
4thSt
Somers Ave
3rd St
Spokane Ave
Central Ave
Baker Ave
Lupfer Ave
E. 2nd St
O’Brien Ave
To Eureka
Depot St
6th St
7th St
8th St
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To Kalispell
Crystal Winters
T
here was a period in his life that Craig Drynan still
remembers fondly. In the beginning years of Crystal
Winter’s existence Craig enjoyed sitting in a chair
outside the entrance to his downtown Whitefish store,
happily reading a book, and waiting for the next customer.
But as he quickly adds, that was a long, long time ago.
Today, the down moments are few for the owners and staff
of Crystal Winters. Instead the store is a bustling shopping
hot spot, open seven-days a week, and packed with a widerange of unique gifts for all ages.
Since first opening in 1979, the store has grown, and
changed, and grown even more. In the early days Craig
shared the back half of
the building with Majestic
Printing and only used a
small front room to sell his
handcrafted stained glass
work. He still found time
to ski during the week.
Now the business fills the
entire building.
Craig was also the single
parent of a daughter, Skye,
who grew up at and with
the business. Near-by shop
owners always welcomed
and spoiled the young girl.
Craig re-married in 1997.
He met his wife Susan on a float trip on the River of No
Return; a trip whose name they joke sealed their fate as
life-long partners and now co-owners of Crystal Winters.
The only thing tiny about their shop these days,
they say, is their office. This is where, when not greeting
customers, you can find these storeowners working hard to
order an ever-changing inventory of special merchandise.
Today the store has become a favorite of locals and tourists
alike, offering an amazing and fun variety of gifts.
Did I say fun? Well, let me say it again, because this
store is known as “The Store that Sells Fun!” And it’s a
brand well deserved. Make a quick visit to the store’s
face book page, which is regularly updated, to easily
confirm this. As with the store itself, you will find yourself
irresistibly drawn-in. You will easily find yourself scrolling
and smiling through pages and pages of customers of all
ages posing for pictures as they try on hilarious masks,
the latest bling hats or sunglasses. Humor permeates the
postings as customers respond to the latest funny cards and
t-shirts showcased there.
In addition to the laughs a step into Crystal Winters
will deliver the oh-wow experience of hundreds of
crystals, wind chimes, jewelry, and artistic cards. The
ceiling sparkles with light. This is the store where you can
find the perfect gift, fun or
serious for almost anyone
on your list.
One of the most
satisfying
aspects
of
owning a small business
in a small town for thirtythree years is watching
your customers grow and
then return with their
kids, or grandkids. Many
such folks share stories of
their fond memories of the
store. The warm exchanges
and friendships formed
through the years help fuel
the Drynans’ entrepreneurial spirit, and balance out the
challenges these savvy, business owners face in an up and
down economy.
When I sat down to interview Craig and Susan for this
article, Craig shared with me excerpts of a journal he began
keeping in the early 1980’s when he began to formulate
his vision for the larger store. He wanted a place that
“excited your senses” and where customers were invited to
touch, to listen, and to experience the movement, color, or
creative fun of it all. It’s a vision that has given this store
it’s customer-centered, warm and friendly—and oh yes—
great fun appeal!
—Mayre Flowers
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Whitefish
Shop Local for Lovely,
Luscious Chocolate
Copperleaf Chocolat Company
“It’s always great in here. They have
the best of everything. The personnel
are the nicest people. I come here
almost every day. They have the best
hot chocolate in town.”
—Bob Collins, Whitefish
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Nelson’s
Hardware
We’ve got you covered.
“Your downtown, hometown hardware store for over 65 years!”
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Whitefish
Beautiful &
Smart
Premium House Cleaning products that
are People safe, Child safe, Pet safe,
Plant safe & 100% Cruelty Free.
214 Central Ave. Whitefish, MT 59937
888-863-9411 www.sageandcedar.com
Shop Local, Stay Cool All Summer,
Be Warm Next Winter
Airworks
Enriching the musical life of our community through
education and performance
432 Spokane Avenue (P.O. Box 4446)
Whitefish, Montana
(406) 862-8074
www.northvalleymusicschool.org
“They replaced my old unit with a minisplit system. The installation went great.
I didn’t have to worry about a thing. I can
control it all with this remote and I can
call anytime I’ve got a question instead of
reading the manual. Someone is always
available. I would recommend them to
anyone.” (see Airworks’ ad, p. 43)
—Nancy Moser, Kalispell
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Dinosaur Teeth
Crystals & Geodes
Minerals & Jewelry
Coral & Butterflies
242 Central Ave, Downstairs, Whitefish
(406) 890-3790
Available to rent for
Meetings
Family Reunions
Rehearsal Dinners
Small Weddings
Classes
Holiday Get Togethers
www.thetreasureoutpost.com
Whitefish, MT • elev. 3028’
Dine in/Carry out /Delivery
125 Blanchard Lake Rd.
Whitefish, Montana 59937
406-862-4357
406-261-5967
Pizza, Cheesesteaks,
Calzones, Subs,
Salads, Beer, Wine
and More!
550 East 1st St.
(406) 862-2212
www.jerseyboyspizzeria.net
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Whitefish
Pure Herbal Body Care
Go Local, Look Great!
33 Baker
Look beautiful...Feel beautiful
• 100% Natural Products
• Chemical and Toxin Free
• Locally Sourced Organic Herbs
• Handmade in Montana
www.KettleCare.com
“Everyone is really friendly here and they
are really good at what they do. Best of
all, they make you look like yourself. You
come out comfortable with your style.”
—Susie Lamberson, Whitefish
888.556.2316 • 406.862.9851
Celebrating 30 years...1983-2013
Certified Organic Vegetables
From the Farm...
to You!
Join our CSA for
weekly vegetable
shares
Available at the farm, in Whitefish
or in Kalispell
• Visit us at the Farmer’s Markets
• We have bedding plants at spring
markets or at our greenhouse
• Fresh vegetables, herbs & flowers
summer & fall
Facebook.com/TerrapinFarm
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offering all hair ser�ices,
f�ll body waxing, skin
care, nail care and
massage.
We’ve got you covered.
33 Baker Ave
Whitefish, MT
406-862-9633
Walk-In’s Welcome
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Whitefish
Go Local, Get Loose
Whitefish Massage Therapy
Save $10 on your next massage
Mention GO LOCAL
one per customer
Schedule Online Now
whitefishmassagetherapy.com
406-471-6423
Salon Central
Alpine Village Center
905 Wisconsin Avenue Ste. A
Whitefish, MT 59937
“As a business nurse I spend a lot of time
in the car or at my computer. The work can
be stressful. Jen is my go-to person for
therapeutic healing and relaxation.”
—Mary Jane Barrett, Kalispell
Tra Le Gael
Traditional & Contemporary Celtic Music
406-862-8551
Contact Barbara Calm • tralegael.com
406.755.8212 • [email protected]
Salon Central is a full service salon offering a variety
of spa services, as well as permanent make-up.
We have combined these services with
professional products available for hair, skin and nails.
Walk-ins Welcome
When you buy from a mom or pop business
you are NOT helping a CEO buy a third
vacation home.
You are helping a little girl get dance lessons,
a little boy get his team jersey, a mom or dad
put food on the table, a family pay a mortgage,
or a student pay for college.
Our customers are our shareholders and they
are the ones we strive to make happy.
Thank you for supporting small businesses.
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Whitefish
Judy Cockrell
Andrea Brew
Shop Local for
Locally Grown Foods
Third Street Market
Cherlyn Wilcox
“I shop here for the eggs and
honey especially. Also for the dried
fruit, chocolate and laundry soap.
They have a really good variety. I
almost forgot the grass fed beef –
it’s the best!”
—Laura Touya, Whitefish
Danny Kraus
305 Baker Avenue
Whitefish, Montana
863-ARTS
[email protected]
Fl athead Spring/Summer Community Events
Bigfork
May
31
“Last Friday” celebrates Arts, Dining, Shopping,
Downtown, 5pm.
June
28
“Last Friday” celebrates Arts, Dining, Shopping,
Downtown, 5pm.
July
4
4th of July Parade, Downtown, 10am.
4
Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social, Conrad Mansion,
11am.
6
Summer Symphony Pops, Rebecca Farm, 7:30pm.
19-21
Arts in the Park, Depot Park, 9am-6pm.
22-26
Bibler Home & Garden Tours, call 756-3963.
25-28
The Event at Rebecca Farms, equestian triathlon.
28
Summit Solstice Triathlon, Foys Lake.
July
4
Freedom 5K Run/Walk, 8:30am.
4
Celebrate the 4th in Bigfork, Noon Parade!
August
3-4
August
4-10
Festival of the Arts, Downtown, 9am-4:30pm.
10 Crown of the Continent Guitar Workshop,
Flathead Lake Lodge, times vary.
Taste of Kalispell, Museum at Central School,
5-10pm.
14-18
Northwest Montana Fair, rides & rodeos,
Fairgrounds, 9am-10pm.
25-31
September
5
Citizens for a Better Bigfork Fall Extravaganza,
Garden Bar, 5pm.
6
“Brats, Burgers, & Band” for the Fire Dept.,
Harbor Village Pavillion, 5pm.
October
5-27
12
13-15
Montana State 4-H Horse Show, Majestic Valley
Arena, times vary.
14
Huckleberry 100 Bicycle Race, Downtown.
“Watermedia” MT Watercolor Society, national
juried exhibit, Bigfork Museum, 11am-5pm.
19-28
Festival of Flavours, FVCC, times and venues vary.
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Festival of Flavors, Grand Wine Tasting, FVCC.
Tamarack Time, Harvest Celebration, Downtown,
hay rides start at 11am.
October
3-6
Glacier Jazz Stampede, venues vary, times vary.
4-5
Ghost Tours at the Conrad Mansion, 7-9pm.
26-27
Christmas at the Mansion, MT. arts & crafts,
Conrad Mansion, 10am.-5pm.
Columbia Falls/West Glacier
July
24-28
September
7-8
Dragon Boat Races, contact Kalispell Convention &
Visitor Bureau at 888-888-2308.
Dragon Boat Races, Flathead Lake Lodge, all day.
7-8
Festival Amadeus, Glacier Symphony & Chorale &
guest artists, venues vary, times vary.
Hertitage Days, lots of fun events throughout the
community.
25
Car Show, Marantette Park, 5-9pm.
27
Wildcat Endowment Auction & BBQ, 5:30-8:30.
28
Boogie to the Bank, 5K & 10K Run, 8am.
28
Heritage Day Parade, Downtown, noon.
28
Barn Dance, Marantette Park, 7-10pm.
Lakeside/Somers
July
13
Lakeside Fair.
August
3-4
Big Sky Antique & Classic Boat Show, 10am-4pm.
4
Antique Boat Parade, 2pm.
Kalispell
June
15
Rocky Mtn. Classic, 5K & 10K Walk/Jog/Run, 9am
21
Classic Car Show, Legends Field, 5-9pm.
Whitefish
May
31-1
Becky’s New Car, Whitefish Theatre Co., 7:30pm.
June
7-8
Farmers’ Market, Masonic Temple:, Wednesdays,
3-6pm; Saturdays 9:30-1:30.
Becky’s New Car, Whitefish Theatre Co., 7:30pm.
8
Coffee Cupping, Montana Coffee Traders Grange
Hall, 10am.
Whitewater Release on Swan River, Wednesdays,
South Shore Recreation Site, 5-9pm, August only.
12
Wild Women Wednesday, Stumptown Art Studio,
6:30-8:30.
Preschool Storytime, Wednesdays, Bigfork Library,
10am, during school year.
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Whitefish Lake Run, Walk/Run 5K & 10K, 8am.
July
4
Fireworks Display, Whitefish Lake, 10:30-11pm.
Columbia Falls
Farmers’ Market, Thursdays, Pinewood Park,
5-7pm.
5-7
Whitefish Arts Festival, Depot Park, 10am-6pm.
5
Glacier Challenge, Pre-Race Party, Riverside Park,
5-7pm.
Summer Concert Series, Thursdays, Marantette
Park, 7pm.
6
Glacier Challenge, Canoe, Bike, Run, Riverside
Park, 7am-finish.
Preschool Storytime, Wednesdays, CF Library,
10:30am, during school year.
12-13
Defying Gravity: Broadway’s Next Generation,
Alpine Theatre Project, 8pm.
After-School Storytime, Wednesdays, CF Library,
3pm, during school year.
Kalispell
Picnic in the Park, Tuesdays, Depot Park, 7-9pm;
Wednesdays 11:30-1:30.
19-20
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo: Broadway’s Family Fare,
25-26
Whitefish Lake Institute Wine Auction, The Lodge,
times vary.
Thursday!Fest, Thursdays, Downtown street festival,
5-8pm.
26-27
5 6 7 8!: Broadway’s Style & Rhythm, Alpine
Theatre Project, 8pm.
First Fridays of the month, Downtown shops open
until 8pm.
27
Climb Big Mountain, Flathead Industries.
fundraiser, Whitefish Mountain Resort, 8am-1pm.
Farmers’ Markets, Saturdays, location to be
announced, 9-12:30.
Preschool Storytime, Tuesdays & Wednesdays,
Main Library, 11am, during school year.
August
2-3
4
Some Enchanted Evening: Broadway’s Golden Age,
Festival Amadeus Outdoor Concert, Glacier
Symphony & Choral, Depot Park, 6-10pm.
9-11
Huckleberry Days Arts Festival, Depot Park, 10-6.
22-25
Vietnam Traveling Wall, Grouse Mountain Soccer
Fields, all day.
24
S.N.O.W. Bus Brewfest, Depot Park, 3-8pm.
September
5
Taste of Whitefish, O’Shaughnessy Center, 5:30-8.
19-22
Fall for Glacier 2013, Izaak Walton Inn, contact
Glacier National Park Conservancy.
October
3-5
Great Northwest Oktoberfest, Depot Park,
5-11pm.
Ongoing Events
Bigfork
Riverbend Concert Series, Sundays, Sliter Park,
7pm, June-August
Whitefish
Farmers’ Market, Tuesdays, Depot Park, 5-7:30pm.
Gallery Nights, First Thursdays of month,
Downtown, 6-8pm.
Children’s Story Hour, Thursdays, WF Community
Library, 11.
For More Details
Bigfork http://www.bigfork.org/bigfork-montana-eventcalendar.php
Columbia Falls www.columbiafallschamber.com
Kalispell http://www.kalispellchamber.com/programs-events/
community-events/
Lakeside/Somers http://www.lakesidesomers.org/
Whitefish http://whitefishareachamber.chambermaster.com/
events/index/
Valleywide http://www.flatheadevents.net/
• WHITEFIS H •
B U Y IN D E P E N D E N T.
BU Y LOC A L.
Heart of Whitefish reminds you to buy from the
local and independently-owned businesses of WHITEFISH.
Your family, friends and neighbors will thank you!
When you buy from local, independently-owned shops, three times more
of your money stays in the area, helping to grow our local economy!
Did you know that for every dollar you spend at a local and independently-owned
business, about 45¢ stays local? In contrast, only 15¢ of each dollar recirculates in the
community when you buy from a corporate chain. Buy local. Buy independent.
Brought to you by Heart of Whitefish.

Bigfork - Citizens For A Better Flathead

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