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why be local?

As small business owners, we understand how hard it is to stand out in a crowd. This publication was created with the idea that there is power in numbers. If we work together as small, local businesses, we can all afford a high-quality, alternative advertising option that is both created and distributed by local businesses. Be Local/ Shop Local is all about promoting and supporting locallyowned, independent businesses. It’s about making your hard-earned money go further, fueling the local economy, and helping to preserve the unique character of our community.

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your keep-it-local shopping guide

One Promise. One Warranty.

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The Pierce Promise is offered exclusively

by Pierce Flooring and Design. This warranty is designed exclusively for our customers to eliminate the confusion surrounding the various manufactures warranties and to help our customers shop with confidence in knowing their purchase with Pierce will be covered.

We have a proven track record as a leader in business in Montana for over 80 years.

That longevity is based on the way we have treated our customers historically. We are proud to continue that tradition.

Lazy neighborhood strolls. Quiet Sunday afternoons.

Sometimes, simple is better.

Why should buying flooring be complicated?

We make it simple so that you can get back to the important things in life – like having a relaxing evening all to yourself.

1401 Cedar St // Helena 442-0404 pierceflooring.com

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Games provided by Lasso the Moon.

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The Coffee Shack(s) Drive Thru ... Sit Down

IT'S ALL ABOUT THE BEAN Main Coffee House 1323 11th Ave // Helena

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evin Keeler pioneered the Coffee Shack in 1993 on 11th Avenue. In fact, for over three year, Kevin was the only employee and he could be seen daily serving coffee to the

local customers. After 18 years, the Coffee Shack has expanded from one location to three so now all roads lead to the Coffee Shack!

“Shack 1,” the original location on 11th, offers both dine-in and drive through service, as well as breakfast and lunch options. “Shack 2” opened on Last Chance Gulch in 2004; and the third location, “Shack 3,” opened on Colonial Drive across from the Red Lion Hotel in 2005.

The kiosks have a simple design; however, the difference with the Coffee Shack kiosks is the fact that both locations have fresh water and bathroom facilities inside the building.

The convenience of water and sewer, often missing in traditional kiosks, is vital.

all roads lead to the coffee shack

Keeler roasts his own coffee beans and prides himself on being the best cup of joe in town. The Montana Maid coffee brand can be purchased by the bag exclusively at “Shack 1” or in bulk directly through Kevin.

When you’er out and about, all roads lead to the Coffee Shack, so give them a try and see how 18 years of roasting your own coffee tastes so good.

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March Madness!

All truck toppers on sale.

Several styles to choose from.

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A sharp looking recyclable grocery bag that’s sturdy, washable and re-usable.

Class Date: Sat/March 12 11-4pm Class Fee: $27.50 Instructor: Tammara Rosenleaf

Embroidery Workshop

Successful embroidery is just a matter of learning the right tips and techniques. If you want to learn all about embroidery, stabilizers, needles, hooping techniques and more this is the perfect class for you.

Class Dates: Thurs/Fri/Sat March 25 (6-9) March 26 (11-4) March 27 (9-5) Class Fee: $90 Instructor: Dawn Schneider

BERNINA TEST DRIVE CLASSES

Classes designed for the purpose of helping you decide what model sewing machine you might like to own. Sign up today!

funky Perfect Pouch Create a funky

zippered perfect pouch while you test drive the New BERNINA 3 Series machines.

Class Dates: Thur/March 3 10, 2 & 6pm Class Fee: FREE Kit Fee: $10

Monogrammed Perfect Pouch Create

a monogrammed perfect pouch to take home as you test drive a BERNINA artista machines.

Class Dates: Thur/April 7 10, 2 & 6pm Class Fee: FREE Kit Fee: $10

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machine bags, art bins & Thread cases

One coupon per customer. Good entire month of March 2011.

Cannot be combined with any other sale or coupon.

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Sensational Serging Get to know your serger simply and easily by making some sensational serger projects.

Class Dates: Mon/March 14, April 11 5:30-8 Class Fee: $15 Required Book: Simple Serger Sewing $19.95 Instructor: Ileen Kockler

Stitch Lounge Make your “brown

bag” green with this adorable fabric lunch tote, and don’t forget the sandwich wraps.

Class Dates: Mon/March 14 6-9pm Class Fee: $18 Required Book: Sewing Green by Betz White $24.95 Instructor: Julie Dess

Wish You Were Here Pillow

A fun time awaits for you to create this whimsical tree design.

Class Dates: Tues/March 15 & Mon/March 21 1-4pm Class Fee: $33 Required Pattern: Wish You Were Here by Don’t Look Now $20 Instructor: Dawn Valle

V6 Beginner’s Software Come learn how to maneuver and apply some of the basic functions of V6 Editor Plus and Designer Plus.

Class Date: Sat/March 19 (10:30-5) Class Fee: FREE to owners of software purchased at The Sewing Palace, $50 to other BERNINA owners.

Required Software: V6 Editor or Designer Plus Instructor: Dawn Schneider The “Foot Book” Create this fun

fabric book to showcase stitched techniques using various BERNINA presser feet and accessories.

Class Dates: Mondays - March 21, April 25 6-9pm Class Fee: $ 49.50 Kit required Instructor: Charlene Mayala

Mod Girl Purse This purse has lots

of great storage inside and out. Shoulder strap is wider than most for comfort and can be worn shoulder to hip.

Class Date: Thurs/March 24 6-9pm Class Fee: $18 Required Pattern: Mod Girl Purse by Charmaine McLaughlin $9 Instructor: Charmaine McLaughlin

Innovative Piecing Take your pick

from three great Grizzly Gulch patterns for this fun class with Ann. Lucky Seven, One for the Money or Twofer patterns.

Class Date: Sat/April 2 10-4 Class Fee: $33 Required Pattern: Lucky Seven, One for the Money or Twofer Pick One Pattern (Costs vary) Instructor: Ann Lauer

Stitch Lounge Join this fun class as we create a great raingear garment from new Vinyl Fabrics.

Class Dates: Sun/April 3 1-4pm Class Fee: $18 Required Pattern: Kwik Sew #3828 $12.49 Instructor: Julie Dess

Hot Ribbon Applique A new

technique to finish raw edge appliqué projects. Learn how you can alter the color of Hot Ribbon to get shading.

Class Date: Fri/April 8 5-9pm Class Fee: $22 Required Pattern: Golden Sunflower by Lennie Honcoop $10 Instructor: Charlene Mayala

Marbling Get your old clothes on and spend the day having fun! All supplies are covered in your kit fee. You will squirt and swirl, then drape and dip making one of a kind fabric pieces.

Class Date: Sat/April 9 10-2 Class Fee: $22 Instructor: Carol Hahlbohm

Watch for the March

Embroidery expressions mailer March 10-21

Save up to $500 Plus more exclusive offers!

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