Archive for the ‘Community’ Category
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | March 11
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a Casino Manager, a Certified Music Instructor, and a Computer Software Engineer.... more
Make It Missoula Monday: What’s Happening This Week
Trail 103.3 DJs share what's happening in Missoula. This week, The Acousticals, Malarkey, The Comedy of Brian Regan, Open Mic Night & more!... more
Homemade Nutella
By ERIN TURNER - Nutella, a yummy chocolate spread, is sweeping the nation. Here's my yummy recipe for Nutella--without the sugar and "iffy" artificial flavors--and at a fraction of the cost of store-bought Nut... more
WineGuyMike: Balletto–A Great American Wine Story
WINEGUYMIKE - An entrepreneur based in the Russian River Valley, located in Sonoma County, John Balletto rose up from practically nothing to producing world-class wines.... more
Bob Wire’s Guide to Used Car Shopping
By BOB WIRE - When it comes to buying a car, I’m in the driver’s seat. Not to say that my wife doesn't know her way around the automotive ken, but I have cars in my DNA.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of March 4th
By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula. This week: Policeman accuses superior of sexual harassment, 11 year old surprises burglar in her home, upswing in Missoula econom... more
Cold Hands Warm Heart?
By BRIAN MARSH - I'm confounded by my cold hands. I've always had warm hands...so why the sudden change? I came across an explanation that makes total sense: STRESS!... more
The King and I
By CC THE TRAINED MONKEY. February 4, 2013, was a great day. Why? It was announced that they had discovered the remains of England’s most despised King, Richard III, Dick to his friends … and his enemies t... more
AAHH…Free Time in Palmerston North New Zealand
By LINDA MCCARTHY - It’s been a relaxing few days for me as I have taken in a number of different events and activities in my Sister City immersion program here in Palmerston North, New Zealand. Here is a syn... more
This Week’s Big Sky Athletic Highlights
The final week of the 2012-13 regular season promises to be memorable. Six teams enter the final week still in the hunt for four spots in the Big Sky Championship.... more
Donate Food, Get Free Rides at A Carousel for Missoula
A Carousel for Missoula riders can earn a free ride each day in March in return for nonperishable food donations to the Missoula Food Bank. ... more
UM Sports Trivia | March 4
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN - Making Chris' top trivia mentions this week: Lady Griz Senior night, Griz and Lady Griz Tourney action, and more!... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | March 4
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a Customer Service Specialist, a Development Coordinator, and an entry level Counselor I.... more
Spare Change for Milk Money
By ERIN TURNER - Milk money. Remember it? Usually taped inside your lunchbox or tucked carefully into your backpack so you could buy one of those little cardboard cartons of white or chocolate milk in the ca... more
Make It Missoula Monday: What’s Happening This Week
Trail 103.3 DJs share what's happening in Missoula. This week, it's Bluegrass and Bobcats, Greensky Bluegrass, Ryan Montbleau Band, Open Mic Night & more!... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of Feb. 25th
By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula. This week: the Jordan Johnson trial, comments by MCPS School Superintendent Alex Apostle regarding his pay raise, & a possible do... more
Missoula’s Urban Deer
By BOB WIRE - We live on a hillside overlooking the Missoula valley, and we see more deer than we do dogs, cats, pigeons, squirrels, or any other neighborhood-style critter.... more
The Roving Diner: Billings’ Burger Dive and Bozeman’s Cateye Cafe
By BOB ZIMORINO - Like anybody else, when I DO go out to eat, I want to enjoy the experience. A recent road trip to Billings gave me an opportunity to try some new restaurants. ... more
Breakfast in the Bitterroot: Pie and Paintings at Glen’s Cafe
By DONNA HULL - Missoula baby boomers, are you ready for another breakfast in the Bitterroot? Welcome to Glen’s Café in Florence, where paintings and pie accompany your breakfast. ... more
WineGuyMike: Fondue For You and Chenin Blanc too
WINEGUYMIKE - Chenin Blanc wine pairs perfectly with Fondue. I'm offering up my favorite Cheesy Fondue recipe along with two of my favorite Chenin Blanc wines. From my table to yours--Cheers! ... more
Help the New Missoula Market on Front Deli Reach Its Goal on Kickstarter
The Market on Front will offer healthy deli foods and select groceries from a location in the new Front & Pattee parking structure. Help them reach their Kickstarter goal!... more
Settling into Palmerston North New Zealand
By LINDA MCCARTHY - We finally found a place to live in Palmerston North! It was a bit more difficult than we anticipated, but we celebrated Valentine's Day with a roof over our heads.... more
UM Sports Trivia
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN - Making Chris' top trivia mentions this week: Lady Griz Senior night, Griz and Lady Griz Tourney action, and more!... more
5 tips For Finding Meaning and Happiness at Work
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - While employment doesn’t necessarily mean fulfillment every minute, here are 5 tips that might help you find joy and happiness in your job. ... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | February 25
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a Tree Climber/Trimmer, and Executive Director of a non-profit, and Logistics Specialist.... more
A Successful 2013 Pantry Challenge
By ERIN TURNER - How much did we spend this month during our Annual Pantry Challenge? Drum roll please!....our family of five spent at total of $94.43 this month on grocery and drug store items! ... more
Make It Missoula Monday: What’s Happening This Week
Trail 103.3 DJs share what's happening in Missoula. This week, it's cheese-making at the Good Food Store, a Martin Luther King Day celebration at the Children's Museum & more!... more
Dolack Gallery Celebrates Its Twenty Year Anniversary
By MONTE DOLACK - We opened our gallery on Front Street in Downtown Missoula in the summer of 1993 and will have been there for 20 years this June. Hard to believe!... more
Bob Wire’s Surprising Oscar Picks
By BOB WIRE - There’s a lot to talk about with the 85th Academy Awards. Let’s get down to the nominated movies. Here are my impressions of each movie, and why it doesn’t deserve to win Best Picture.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of Feb. 18th
By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula. This week: the Jordan Johnson trial, comments by MCPS School Superintendent Alex Apostle regarding his pay raise, & a possible do... more
Missoula Bluegrass Picker Bill Neaves Profiled in National Flatpicking Guitar Magazine
By MARK VOSBURGH - As the editor of Flatpicking Guitar Magazine, Dan Miller knows talent when he hears it. Here's what he had to say about our own local talent, Bill Neaves in January's issue.... more
On the Grill: A Modern Version of Chicken Cordon Bleu
By PAUL SIDORIAK - Ask 10 friends what their version of comfort food is and be prepared to receive a variety of answers. For me, it's Chicken Cordon Bleu--but with a few twists. ... more
Reality Playing Itself with the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival
By BRIAN MARSH - I was thrilled with a belated birthday gift--a five-film pass to the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival. Their theme? 'Where Reality Plays Itself'.... more
The Roving Diner: Cafe Regis in Red Lodge, MT
By BOB ZIMORINO - Like anybody else, when I DO go out to eat, I want to enjoy the experience. A recent road trip to Billings gave me an opportunity to try some new restaurants. First up, Red Lodge's Cafe Regis... more
WineGuyMike: CrossBarn Winery
WINEGUYMIKE reviews Paul Hobb's latest collaborative efforts with winemaker Scott Morrison at CrossBarn Winery in Sonoma, California.... more
Steel Magnolias: Laugh Through Tears
By BRIAN D'AMBROSIO - The Missoula Community Theatre dishes up a southern slice of life as familiar and comforting as sweet potato pie. Opening March 15, Steel Magnolias is the quintessential story of warmth, f... more
UM Sports Trivia
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN - Making Chris' top trivia mentions this week: Griz and Lady Griz basketball, Bracketbuster teams and talk, and more!... more
Thrifty Recycled Gift Holder
By ERIN TURNER - Our family is into our 3rd week of our Pantry Challenge and next week’s blog post will recap the entire month and I’ll reveal our savings! But this week I’m sharing a super cute and thri... more
Make It Missoula Monday: What’s Happening This Week
Trail 103.3 DJs share what's happening in Missoula. This week it's the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival, Live music, Open Mic Night and more!... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights- Week of Feb.11th
By TOM DIDDEL - Each week, Tom Diddel recaps the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula. This week: the Jordie Johnson trial, comments by Pat Williams, Alex Apostle's Pay Raise, and zombie attack warnin... more
Spend a Romantic Winter Weekend at Broad Axe Lodge and Restaurant
By DONNA HULL - Are you looking for a winter getaway that’s romantic yet offers plenty of active things to do? Missoula boomers, do I have the place for you. Drive on down to Broad Axe Lodge and Restaurant in... more
My Reaction to Gov. Steve Bullock’s State of the State Address
By BOB WIRE - First of all, thank you for wearing a tie, Gov. Bullock. Very Refreshing. Looks like you might actually be here to run the show, not just moseying into town for mule liniment & canning supplies.... more
Time to Get to Work – In Palmerston North New Zealand
By LINDA MCCARTHY - After four weeks of vacation and the challenges of finding a place to live, Tom began teaching this week and we're settling down in Palmerston North. I think we're going to like "Palmy".... more
WineGuyMike: What’s in a Glass?
By WINEGUYMIKE - Recently, WineGuyMike attended a stemware demonstration with Maximillian Riedel, an 11th generation family member of the Riedel Wine Glass Company.... more
Back in Black for Lent
By BRIAN MARSH - Today is the beginning of Lent, the season of facing the realities of our lives, embracing them, letting go of our sin, and seeking wisdom and strength for living our life's journeys more faith... more
Winter BrewFest III Features 36 Beers
Check out the beer list for the Missoula Downtown Association and Kettlehouse Brewery-hosted Winter BrewFest III on Friday, February 15 from 5-10 pm at Caras Park.... more
Maiden Missoula Review: The Montana Chocolate Company
By LEAH LEWIS - Valentine's Day is almost here! The Montana Chocolate Company has hand-dipped milk, dark, and extra-dark bites of goodness for your sweetie.... more
Missoula and Western Montana Hoop Action is Heating Up
By JIM O'DAY - For the first time in many years, both the Montana Grizzlies and the Lady Griz stand alone atop the standings of the Big Sky Conference late in the year. Both face crucial battles in the coming ... more
Missoula Downtown Association Readies for the Third Winter Brewfest
By RYAN NEWHOUSE - Neither rain, nor sleet, nor snow, or ice will keep Missoulians from their brewfests. On Feb. 15, the 3rd MDA Winter Brewfest will be held at Caras Park.... more
UM Sports Trivia
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN - Making Chris' top trivia mentions this week: Legendary coach, Jim Sweeney, Larry Kryskowiak, Doug Selvig, Marc Glass and more. ... more