Explore Red Lodge Winter 2019

Explore Red Lodge

This view looks down the Palisades lift at Red Lodge Mountain.

BRETT FRENCH, BILLINGS GAZETTE

EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY

INSIDE Winter Wonderland The Red Lodge Christmas Stroll Page 1

Where to ski in Red Lodge Page 2

King’s Cupboard Page 3

at annual Christmas stroll

The Gift of Art Page 4

Red Lodge Ice Hockey with purpose Page 5

BY CHARITY DEWING

Hidden Gems in Red Lodge Honey’s Cafe Page 6

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The annual Red Lodge Christmas Stroll is at 6 p.m., Dec. 6-7 and it is the embodiment of holiday magic.

Christmas in Red Lodge is like walking into a real-life snow globe. It is a bubble of hope, simplicity, kinship and joy. The scene seems too good to be true, twinkling lights illuminate snow and ice as friends and family stand around barrels of crackling fire with hot cocoa in-hand, while horse-drawn carriages take patrons throughout the streets of downtown Red Lodge.

Friday events kick off at 5 p.m., Dec. 1, at the Elks Lodge, for the “Fallen but not Forgotten Blue Light Ceremony” honoring departed law enforcement.

A community lantern walk

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Friday fun

A horse-drawn wagon heads down Broadway Avenue during the Red Lodge Christmas Stroll in Downtown Red Lodge on Friday. begins at 5:30, at the Red library. From snowplows to quired.

Lodge Carnegie Library. Par- snow shovels, residents are Evening festivities conticipants carry lanterns and encouraged to decorate their tinue with The Alte Kamerastroll down Broadway Avenue. preferred blade and partic- den Band performing Finnish, The 13th annual Blade Pa- ipate. Meet at the library at rade begins at 6 p.m., at the 5:30 p.m., no registration rePlease see STROLL, Page I2

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Crowds of people fill Broadway Avenue South during the Red Lodge Christmas Stroll in Downtown Red Lodge.

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German, Italian and American music at the Carbon County Steakhouse from 6-8 p.m.

Dancers from The Red Lodge School of Dance will perform ballet and modern dance from 6-7:30 p.m., at Red Lodge Drug.

The Absaroka Mountain Thunder Cloggers will knock your clogs off at 7 p.m., near Flash’s Photography.

Santa Claus is coming to town from 6:30-8:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, at the Elks Lodge. Beartooth Wagon and Sleigh Rides is offering free rides from 6:30-9 p.m., both stroll days.

Saturday festivities

Saturday begins with pictures with Santa from 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the Elks Lodge. A Christmas Costume Parade starts at 6 p.m., at Broadway Avenue.

Dancers will perform at 7 p.m., at the Red Lodge GAZETTE STAFF School of Dance.

For more information go Kaleb Paulson, 4, watches his grandmother, Connie Paulson, blow out the flames on a to redlodge.com or call (406) marshmallow she was working on for a s’more during the Red Lodge Christmas Stroll in Downtown Red Lodge.

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WINTER SKI GUIDE the trailhead. The trailhead is at the far end of the western loop (turn left after the bridge).

Proceed with caution, this area is unpaved not plowed and snow depths can be high and vehicles can get easily stuck.

BY CHARITY DEWING

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While many snowbirds head for warmer weather when Montana winters take hold, the snow bunnies love hitting the fresh powder for ski season. Here is where you, family and friends can go for all kinds of ski adventures.

Palisades Trail

Red Lodge Mountain For those who just want a day of play on the slopes, single-day tickets start at $67 for adults, $52 for juniors (1318), $28 for children (6-12) and $52 seniors (65-69) and $22 for 70 and above.

If you can only spare a couple of days for the season and want more bang for your buck, there are multi-day options including 4-packs (four days of skiing) for $199, and 6-Tix (six days of skiing) for adults (19-69) $309; juniors (13-18) $245; children (6 - 12) $125.

There are two options for season passes. The Multi-Mountain Pass allows access to eight partner resorts across five states, including Whitefish and Grand Targhee with discounts on food, retail, lessons and rentals.

The Local’s Pass is great for devoted RLM skiers and riders who want to stay close to home. It includes discounts on food, retail, lessons and rentals. Both season passes include 10 percent off all greens fees at Red Lodge Mountain Golf Course during the summer. Prices vary per age.

RLM offers three onsite dining options, ranging from table service to cafeteria-style. The Main Lodge Cafeteria is located in the base area and offers burgers, soups, sandwiches, chili, snacks, an assortment of soda, beer and wine. The Midway Chalet is located at mid-mountain with unbeatable views. The Bierstubè is a full-service restaurant, open for lunch and après ski, with live music on Saturdays from 3-6 p.m.

Kids 5 and under ski free and the learning area at the Magic Carpet is free to beginner skiers and riders of all ages.

Red Lodge Mountain opens Nov. 29. For more information call (406) 446-2610 or go to redlodgemountain. com/tickets.

PHOTO BY CASEY PAGE

A snowboarder kicks up a cloud of snow as he makes his way down Red Lodge Mountain. of space to learn and grow as a skier, the Nordic Center is great for the family.

The center offers programs and ski clinics for children and novice skiers during the season. If you want to raise the bar in agility and fitness, skate skiing aids in skier advancement – and since the tracks are raked and ready to, you can go as fast as you want. Check the track grooming center at the Grooming Report for Nordic Center status.

Season passes are $50 per person; $90 for family; $25 for 65 years and older.

For more information visit beartoothtrails.org or email info@beartoothtrails.org.

and challenging. It weaves through trees and has a mild roller-coaster effect.

Access: Directions courtesy of The Beartooth Recreational Trails Association: trailhead is south of Red Lodge on the Main Fork of Rock Creek, up the Beartooth Highway 11 miles, just before the M-K Campground on the left. Keep an eye out for a marked sign for the trail close to the Parkside campground picnic and parking area.

Lake Fork

to the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. These trails are closed to snowmobiles.

Access: Directions courtesy of The Beartooth Recreational Trails Association: Drive south on Highway 212, park off the highway about 0.25 miles up Lake Fork Road.

Willow Creek Trail Not an easy trail – very narrow and steep, but the views are incredible. The trail crosses two miles through Willow Creek valley, beginning at Palisades Camp Ground to Red Lodge Mountain parking lot.

Access: Directions courtesy of the Beartooth Ranger District office: Drive north on U.S. Highway 212 towards Red Lodge for .3 miles. Turn left (west) onto

Not for beginners. Lake Fork offers two loops – the courses are not groomed and level of difficulty varies on the depth of snow. There Silver Run Ski Trails is a 3k loop for intermediate Pick your adventure. The skiers while advanced ski4k is an easy trail for begin- ers can trek Lake Fork Trail ners; if you are feeling confident and ready for a challenge, the 7k is for the intermediate skier; the 11k is for advanced skiers that can safely manage terrain and speed.

Access: Directions courtesy of The Beartooth Recreational Trails Association: Located just five miles up the West Fork of Rock Creek, Silver Run Ski Trails has three different loops to try.

For more information call Red Lodge Nordic the forest service (446-2103) Center or Sylvan Peak (446-1770) for Located two miles west of snow conditions.

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the West Fork Road and drive 1.1 miles. Turn right onto Palisades Campground Rd (unpaved). Drive 1.5 miles to Palisades Campground.

Enter the campground and drive for another .3 miles to

Straight-up steep – be careful. This area is for the advanced and very prepared skier.

Access: Directions courtesy of the Beartooth Ranger District office: Drive north on U.S. Highway 212 towards Red Lodge for .3 miles. Turn left (west) onto the West Fork Rd and drive 1.1 miles. Turn right onto Palisades Campground Rd (unpaved). Drive 1.5 miles to Palisades Campground.

Enter the campground and drive for another .3 miles to the trailhead. The trailhead is at the far end of the western loop (turn left after the bridge). Walk up the Willow Creek Trail for 200 feet, until you see the Palisades Trail turn off to the right.

As always, safety is most important. Know your limits, be prepared for any sitatuoon and remain bear aware. For more information visit beartoothtrails. org/trails.

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Red Lodge Mayor William Larson speaks at the Red Lodge Area Community Foundation’s annual meeting.

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KING’S CUPBOARD A jar of joy

BY CHARITY DEWING

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Organic, non-GMO, ethically conscience, and utterly delicious chocolate and caramel sauce – do I have your attention now?

It is likely that you have seen jars of King’s Cupboard dessert sauces at the local grocery store. With flavors like bittersweet chocolate, espresso chocolate, organic hot fudge, cream caramel, bourbon caramel and organic caramel sauce, it’s hard not to see what all the fuss is about. King’s Cupboard began as a family treat and has become a successful Red Lodge business.

“My grandma passed down the chocolate sauce recipe – which we made a lot. We were having ice cream and chocolate sauce with friends one night and they said ‘you should bottle this stuff.’ Defying all logic and with no business experience and no culinary background, that’s exactly what we did,” said Lila Randolph-Poore, who owns and operates the company with her husband, Rigger.

The couple borrowed $5,000 from a family member to get the business up and running. They took careful measure to find the best ingredients and suppliers around the world.

They began the company leasing a commercial bakery (when the bakery was closed for business) and other various kitchens to create their signature sauces, but eventually built their own factory. Now serving clients around the country, Lila and Rigger produce an incredible line of sauces.

“I work with customers and prospects to develop products that will be sold under their label. This involves a lot of customer

King’s Cupboard located in Red Lodge.

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interaction, ingredient procurement and creating new flavors and new textures. For instance, a customer might come to us and say they need an organic pomegranate caramel sauce ingredient that they can swirl into ice cream. To accomplish that, I would need to learn a lot about that company’s specific manufacturing process and then we would work together to figure out how to make our caramel work in their product and process,” said Lila.

From Costco to Whole Foods, restaurants and ice

cream stores, King’s Cupboard sauces offer simple, high-quality ingredients and a decadent flavor that is an absolute gamechanger for dessert sauces.

Many consumers do not realize that many factory– created dessert sauces are filled with artificial ingredients. King’s Cupboard is all about clean and basic ingredients.

“We spend a tremendous amount of time researching and testing any new ingredients to make sure that they make the best possible sauces,” said Lila.

With their facility overlooking the Beartooth Mountains, Lila and Rigger are constantly reminded of their responsibility to the environment and do what they can to lessen the company’s impact on the planet.

“We source local agricultural ingredients when possible to support regional growers and decrease transport distances. We have a recycling program and have supported efforts to launch a comprehensive countywide recycling program. Heat from our

processing equipment is captured and used to warm our warehouse in the winter months and in the summer months, cooler outside evening air is brought in to control our building temperature – both of which substantially reduce our carbon footprint. All products are made with non-GMO ingredients and King’s Cupboard also produces organic certified dessert sauces in an effort to support organic farming and reduce our global impact,” said Lila.

All of which makes this

sauce an incredible gift, if not for a loved one, at least for yourself. That simple jar of joy – a product that promotes happiness.

“We are grateful for our customers. The stories of how much people enjoy the product or how much it means to them are the best parts of our jobs. Seeing that our sauces bring people joy, makes all of us here at King’s Cupboard happy,” said Lila.

For more information call (406) 446-3060 or 1-800-962-6555 or visit kingscupboard.com.

Holiday Home & Art Tour Organized by the Carbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery

Saturday, December 7, 2019 12 pm – 4 pm Tickets: $25 per person Only 50 tickets available!

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Swimming Hole by Dale Marie Muller at the Carbon County Arts Guild.

What’s happening at the

CARBON COUNTY ARTS GUILD? DECEMBER Dec. 6 – Red Lodge Christmas Stroll: The Carbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. for holiday shoppers during the annual Red Lodge Christmas Stroll.

Dec. 7 – Holiday Home & Art Tour: Five resident artists of Red Lodge will open up their homes during this holiday event to show their private art collections, from noon to 4 p.m. An artist will be at each residence to welcome visitors, share their work and talk about art. A few of the artists participating in this holiday event include Carol Hartman, M 1

Karen McBride, Michael Kosorok, and Tom Wolfe.

This open house tour will connect artists and art enthusiasts.

Dec. 14 – Open Studio Figure Drawing: Bring your sketch pad and drawing tools to the Arts Guild for an enjoyable morning of figure drawing, from 10 a.m. to noon, cost is $5. This is a good time to fine tune your drawing skills as well as visit with fellow artists.

JANUARY Jan. 4, 11, 18 & 25 – Calligraphy: Taught by Dominique Paulus, the six-week Saturday afternoon calligraphy class, will teach

students the skills needed to write a quote as a final project, from 1-2:30 p.m.

Tips, techniques, and plenty of time. Cost is $35.

FEBRUARY Feb. 1 & 8 – Calligraphy: Taught by Dominique Paulus, the six-week Saturday afternoon calligraphy class, will teach students the skills needed to write a quote as a final project, from 1-2:30 p.m. Tips, techniques, and plenty of time. Cost is $35.

For more information on tickets and holiday hours, call (406) 446-1370 or visit carboncountydepotgallery.org.

“Beatrice de St. Onge”

by Sonja Caywood

MEET THE ARTISTS

Five residents of Red Lodge will open up their homes for this one day holiday event to show their private art collections. An artist whose work is in the collection will be at each residence to welcome visitors, share their work and talk about art.

Participating artists are Carol Hartman, Karen McBride, Michael Kosorok, John Potter, and Tom Wolfe. Refreshments will be served.

To purchase a ticket, call the Arts Guild at

(406) 446-1370 Tickets are non-refundable

11 W. 8th St., Red Lodge

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The gift of art at the Red Lodge Clay Center

BY CHARITY DEWING

cdewing@billingsgazette.com

There is something truly thoughtful about the gift of art. Unlike box store gifts that will be distributed among the masses and thrown out, one-of-a-kind artwork calls to the uniqueness of who we are, and lasts a lifetime.

With as many as 100 different artists to purchase from, the Red Lodge Clay Center offers exclusive ceramic artwork from various artists that provides thought-provoking, functional and beautiful gifts for anyone.

Tom Bartel’s humanoid figures challenge the onlooker to see the beauty of the art. Clown-like, crude and frightening, Bartel’s work may be for the edgier art lover and certainly always an intriguing conversation piece.

Kelsey Bowen also sculpts

Kristin Pavelka

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Steve Godfrey humanoid figures with animal heads, creating an enchanting yet slightly disturbing combination. The art is seemly charming at

first glance, but upon further insight, tells a darker story.

Steve Godfrey creates platters, mixing bowls,

pitchers and dishes, often incorporating elegant and simple hints of flora and fauna to each piece.

Kristin Pavelka offers handmade spoons, knifes, tumblers, mugs and plates with painted floral designs that are simple, cultured and encapsulates an antiqueness, like well-preserved dishes from a Norwegian grandmother – charming and unassuming.

Art is like a time capsule, it preserves who we are in

the moment we receive it or select it. It calls to our memory like a priceless souvenir for giver and receiver – even when we buy Kelsey Bowen the gift for ourselves.

From vases to dishware, figures and wall art, there is something for everyone at the Red Lodge Clay Center.

Can’t make it to Red Lodge to shop this amazing selection? No worries. The entire inventory of artwork is available for purchase at Tom Bartel redlodgeclaycenter.com.

RED LODGE CLAY CENTER EXHIBITS AND EVENTS

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Events Holiday Kids & Family Class: Dec. 7, from, 10:30 a.m. to noon, $15.

Come to the Clay Center and let us assist you in creating a one of a kind gift, a table centerpiece, or holiday-inspired project with the kiddos! Our instructor will assist you in making all your holiday art-project wishes come true! Projects will be available for pickup by Dec. 18.

All ages welcome, Children 5 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

For more information call Aysha Peltz, Doug Peltz(406) 446-3993 or visit man, Pete Scherzer, Adero redlodgeclaycenter.com. Willard, Tara Wilson and more.

Exhibits Gallery Reception: Dec. Objects of Desire: 2019 6 & 7, from 6-9 p.m., in Holiday exhibition fea- conjunction with the Red tures some of the finest Lodge Holiday Stroll utilitarian ceramic artwork Objects of Adornment: being made today. It will 2019 Featured Art for the offer some hot pots, along holiday exhibition will inwith our warm wishes for clude ceramic-based jewthe holiday season. elry. This show is “cash This show is “cash and and carry” a perfect adcarry” a perfect addition dition to our gallery ofto our gallery offerings for ferings for your holiday your holiday shopping. shopping.

Participating artists inParticipating artists clude: Jason Bige Burnett, include: Jennifer Allen, Naomi Clement, Paul Amanda Salov, and Jamie Donnelly, Sam Harvey, Bates Slone Gallery Reception: Dec. Lisa Orr, Sean O’Connell,

6 & 7, from 6-9 p.m., in conjunction with the Red Lodge Holiday Stroll.

Slow Build: Hand building requires planning, patience, and timing. The exhibition includes favorite hand builders focusing on utilitarian forms.

Participating artists include: Ingrid Bathe, Margaret Bohls, Birdie Boone, David Eichelberger, Miranda Howe, Chris Pickett, Joseph Pintz, Jeremy Randall, and Alison Reintjes.

Gallery Reception: Feb. 7, from 6-9 p.m.

For more information call (406) 446-3993 or visit redlodgeclaycenter.

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Red Lodge Ice

BY CHARITY DEWING

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Many locals call it their new favorite Red Lodge tradition. The Red Lodge Winter Classic Pond Hockey Tournament is celebrating its fourth year in the community. The ice-skating rink was created at Lions Park in 2006. Andy Simpson, president and founder of the tournament saw potential for a pond hockey tournament.

“I’ve played hockey since I was 4 and love everything about it.

Hockey has been catching on over the years here in Red Lodge, and I thought we could definitely pull off a pond hockey tournament. So we started it up and it has turned

into a fantastic fundraiser for our organization,” said Simpson.

With eight teams, half comprised of Red Lodge locals, the other half is made of people from all over – from California to Massachusetts. With men and women, ranging in ages 18 to 65, the game is for everyone.

“We have mostly men, but there are at least 10 women that also partake – and from all skill levels.

We have folks that played college hockey and we have folks that just learned to skate. We love having anyone that wants to play hockey,” said Simpson.

To keep things fair, the teams are arranged with every skill level

– preventing dominate teams, and allowing all members to grow and feel valued.

“We didn’t want one team to be way better than any other team.

So, we end up with very even teams, and teams of folks who don’t exactly know one another, creating lasting friendships after the games are over,” said Simpson.

With Mount Maurice setting the backdrop, fire pits to keep everyone warm during evenings and lighting for the rink dancing across the glistening ice and white snow, there is an undeniable beauty and magic – and just another way the community has pulled together.

“The community has been great. We get sponsors from many of the local businesses in town. It’s been so nice to have the community show up and watch grownups act like kids,” said Simpson.

In fact, it is because of the Red Lodge community that the tournament has raised as much as $2,000 a year to maintain the rink. It gives friends, families and everyone in-between a place to skate.

“I’m just beyond thrilled at what this event has turned into.

We want to continue to make our rink a better place to skate, with the eventual goal of getting a roof over the ice. That would take some serious donations, so if anyone out there wants a pavilion named after them, give me a jingle,” said Simpson.

Teams play from 6-10 p.m., on Fridays, noon to 10 p.m., on Saturdays, and 8 a.m. to noon, on Sundays.

For more information, visit redlodgeice.com or visit the Red Lodge Ice Facebook page.

Silver Run Snowball dinner and auction

BY CHARITY DEWING

cdewing@billingsgazette.com

In its 80th year, the Silver Run Ski Education Foundation is hosting their annual fundraising event, the Snowball dinner and auction at 6 p.m., Dec. 14, at Rock Creek Resort.

The non-profit began with a group of skiers from Billings who helped establish the Grizzly Peak Ski Area – now, Red Lodge Mountain. In fact, many of the ski runs at Red Lodge Mountain

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are named after the members of that group.

The foundation, which focuses on a ski team-building experience for youth, is one the oldest ski organizations in the United States. Focusing on providing a place for kids to grow in integrity, responsibility and community, the team and entire organization provides emotional and physical development, as well as a sense of belonging.

The Snowball dinner and auc-

tion includes a gourmet meal, as well as a live and silent auction.

Proceeds from the event are contributed to operating expenses and athletic scholarships.

Silver Run hosts races all year long at Red Lodge Mountain – bring your family, friends, a thermos of hot cocoa and watch a time-honored winter sport at its finest.

COURTESY PHOTO For more information, full calThe Silver Run ski team offers many racing programs and events held at endar of events, and Snowball dinner tickets, visit silverrunski.com. Red Lodge Mountain.

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Owner Kerri Wolfson (right) and Chef Melissa Kreuzer (left).

Locals gather at Honey’s Café in Red lodge on a regular basis to celebrate art, culture and community.

HIDDEN GEM: HONEY’S CAFÉ

BY CHARITY DEWING

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Like the short story, “A Small, Good Thing,” by Raymond Carver, it is remarkable how much good food, good people and the simple things in life offer comfort.

For many Red Lodge locals, that is exactly what Honey’s Café does for the mountain community.

Located at 209 Broadway Ave. S., owner Kerri Wolfson and Chef Melissa Kreuzer work to create a place that provides solace.

Honey’s Café opened in December 2012, after Wolfson moved from Gardiner to Red Lodge. It was Wolfson’s daughter that inspired her to follow her dreams.

“Honey’s is very much about my daughter. I wanted to show her from a young age what it looks like to have goals and dreams and work to make them into reality – both the sacrifices and the rewards that come with that.

Honey’s is largely a reflection of who I am and my ideals, and in that regard I hope to model for her the importance of being her true self out there in the world,” said Wolfson.

It seemed that perhaps

fate was also at play when Wolfson decided to pursue her ambitions.

“I found the space at 209 S. Broadway and knew it was the right fit for my vision.

The universe conspired to help bring Honey’s to life, from my amazing landlords to my contractor to finding the kind of furniture I wanted – it took many hands and some divine intervention,” she said.

With a degree in sociology and a focus on alternative education, Wolfson has always had a passion to promote wellness – whether it be emotionally, educationally or artistically – in her community.

After working as the education coordinator at the Beartooth Nature Center, her desire to promote and foster nature-related education programs became part of Honey’s with events co-hosting ZooMontana and other wildlife organizations.

“At the foundation, I aim to make Honey’s a place where people feel comfortable and well nurtured, through the eclectic seating options, the local art, the kids play area, the warm staff, and the nobrainer food and beverages – good quality, homemade,

Bagel with cream cheese, smoked salmon, kalamata olives, capers, red onions and greens at Honey’s Cafe in Red Lodge. locally sourced. From there, I think about Honey’s as a conversation with the community, open to the dynamic needs of the locals, whether that’s a place to have meetings, to meet friends, to hold an event, to play music, or whatever comes up,” said Wolfson.

The community shares in the love. Honey’s has become a stage for musicians, drum circles, birthday parties, poetry readings and so much more.

“One of the most rewarding of these was hosting a meeting between community leaders and teens, to talk about how our community could better meet the needs of teens. One thing the teens brought up was that they

A warm drink can ease the troubled mind. Honey’s Café in Red Lodge offers lattes, coffee, tea and so much more. wanted an open mic venue, as they are not able to attend open mic at the bars.

We had all the players in the room to put it together: I offered Honey’s as a location, Travis Burdick offered his sound equipment, and the teens showed up. We have hosted several of these and they were a huge success – teens played original and cover songs, read poetry, did improv comedy – it is awesome,” said Wolfson.

Honey’s is all about the soul food, yes – but what about comfort food?

Wolfson, along with Chef Kreuzer, insures the quality of food matches the quality of community service – rich,

delicious and delightful.

“Chef Kreuzer, is a gift.

She makes magic in the kitchen – like the fairy godmother in ‘Cinderella’ turning pumpkins into a carriage – but she turns pumpkins (and beets, and berries, and apples…) into the most incredible soups and muffins and sauces. I hear over and over again that her muffins are the best people have ever tasted,” said Wolfson What is a top fan-favorite food at the café, you ask?

Well that’s hard to choose.

From the turkey panini with a peach chutney and brie on ciabatta bread, to the veggie pita with basil pesto, the menu at Honey’s Café always aims to please. But there is one dish that everyone seems to love.

“Our breakfast burrito is always a favorite. We combine two local eggs with our home fries, cheese, meat, veggies and homemade salsa swaddled up in a spinach tortilla. Right now we’re featuring chorizo, sharp white cheddar and spinach with a corn salsa made from local corn from Gallagher’s Ranch, with jalapenos and cilantro from Shoshone River Farm,” said Wolfson.

It can be so unassuming

and easy to take such uncomplicated things for granted: a place to hear music, poetry, make connections, have conversations, enjoy a good cup of coffee, and a delicious plate of food – those small things that generate large amounts of joy. For Wolfson, to bring such contentment to her community is why she works day-in and day-out at Honey’s Café.

“I believe that loving each other – in the broadest sense of the word – is the most political act we can commit. If people coming into Honey’s experience kindness and warmth, perhaps they will take that with them when they leave and spread it around some more. Honey’s is part of my personal grassroots effort to change the world,” said Wolfson.

Check out the Facebook page or call (406) 446-1600 to learn about everything happening at Honey’s Café.

“There are so, so many people that have been a part of Honey’s in one way or another: staff members, artists, vendors and co-conspirators of every walk of life. In many ways I view Honey’s as a product of all of them – my job is holding the space,” said Wolfson.

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$559,950

109D Kainu Ave.

Creekside, Red Lodge get-away! Resort inspired custom finishes in this well-appointed End unit, make this your perfect Montana retreat, nestled by beautiful Rock Creek. Casual elegance awaits you, just 3 blocks from downtown Red Lodge and minutes to the ski hill, this will be your all season Red Lodge happy place! The luxury interior of this end unit will delight with inviting master en-suite bedrooms, 2 fireplaces, plus a loft bonus or 4th bedroom, making it perfect for family get-away(s), full time residence, or lock & leave. Main floor bed/bath and utilities. Granite counter-tops, stainless appliances, hardwoods, and 3 walk-out patios and balconies (up/down), to enjoy this relaxing creekside Montana setting and mountain views from every room!

Rhonda Grimm

Broker, GRI, Luxury Specialist 406-661-7186 • 406-238-7186 rsgrimm@aol.com www.montanamovesu.com

Grandview at Remington Ranch Custom Built Home by Link Construction This gorgeous custom built home has 5 Star quality starting high above with Hand Constructed Shed Style Roofing, 28ft. Vaulted Ceilings, Hand Textured Walls and Ceilings, Hand Forged Iron Bridge/Railing, Huge Bonus Room w/ Deck and stunning views. With every turn in this home, the craftsmanship continues with Mission Modern Style Kitchen, Hand Finished Hardwood Floors, Main Floor Master Bedroom w/ En Suite, AND the Main Star of the home, Eagle/Anderson Counter to Ceiling Windows that frame perfectly the fantastic views of Red Lodge Ski Mountain, Palisades and West Fork Mountain Range! This is a must see home to truly appreciate!

A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC

150 Dry Creek Road North – Bridger, MT

9 Bitterroot CirCle $629,000

Listed By:

Real Estate Brokerage

www.krugerandcompany.com

4 Twin Bear Lane $256,000

Dream of having a get-away cabin in Red Lodge? You will love this beautifully maintained

$1,425,000 The views are far and reaching from the plains to the mountains. In the distance to the west are the Beartooths while to the east are the Pryor Mountains. The home is nicely set up with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage and a detached shop/ garage. The living room, dining area, kitchen and family rooms are centrally located creating nice flow. The home is 2,202 sq. ft. sitting on 28.56 acres. Are you ready for off-the-grid living? The home has solar and wind power. Electricity is generated primarily by the solar panels and wind turbine, with the natural gas generator used as a backup system.

Listed at $269,000

Heather Quinn (406)446-2123

37 Red Lodge Creek Ranch Road White farmhouse on the bank of Red Lodge Creek in Luther. 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 4171 sf main home. 600’ creek frontage with a bridge. Fishing! Separate recording studio with a full kitchen, full bath & upper bed area. Horse barn with new stalls & corral. Irrigated pasture and water rights!

A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC

2 bedroom 2 bath Cabin-home on .34 acre north

Suzie Countway

of town. Perfect location for a primary home with easy access, a second home for weekend and vacation get-aways, or a ski-cabin. Property is private and fenced, has bunkhouse sleep space

406-671-1595

for visitors, a fire pit and outside picnic area, and just a short hike from Rock Creek. The interior is in perfect, updated condition. It is mostly paneled with pine and ceilings too are pine, giving a

Listed By: Mary Jo Oppegaard

406-425-1041

cozy cabin feel. Most surfaces are finished with tile. The 2 bathrooms have full tile finishes and showers. This is it! A beautiful cabin that you can enjoy for years to come.

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