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Table of Contents Public art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Local politics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Myth busters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Dressed for success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Late-night chow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Drink like a local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Alternative spectator sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Schedule your semester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

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To the streets Touring public displays of artistic expression by Erika Fredrickson • photos by Chad Harder Missoula certainly doesn’t lack for artistic expression. And Missoula being Missoula, a lot of these expressions can be seen for absolutely zero cost. The Missoula Art Museum charges nothing for admission to its world-class collection and special exhibits, and numerous local galleries beckon you to browse, especially on First Friday art walks. But part of Missoula’s appeal is the great outdoors, and lucky for us free art finds its way there, too. Here’s a guide to a few pieces of eye candy found in the open air,

along with a little history of how some of them came to be.

“Charging Forward” Blackfeet sculptor Jay Laber turns rusted car parts into iron horses. On the University of Montana campus, just next to the gym, you can see “Charging Forward,” a warrior with his spear raised, sitting atop a horse. The whole gleaming statue is in mid-gallop and the iron hair of both the warrior and horse seem to be in blowing in the Hellgate winds—or at least that’s what you’d imagine. Where to find it: At the University of Montana Northeast Parking Lot, near the corner of Campus Drive.

Orange Street underpass The Orange Street underpass has always been a little sketchy for pedestrians. The caged walkway feels like a prison cell, and the former dreary concrete motif was hardly cheery. In 2009, artist Abe Coley and a team of six friends covered up the random graffiti in the underpass with colorful paint and plastered it with National Geographic pictures. It was a clandestine operation, but the city loved it. Next, a University of Montana art class organized a mural project with college kids and teens to finish the walls in blue skies, lavender mountains, and other imagery that doesn’t feel like you’re doing time in a tunnel. Where to find it: The Orange Street underpass between Alder and N. Second.

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“Candyland” Brad Allen erected this mysteriously titled sculpture in 2007. The bright red, orange and baby blue pieces do evoke candy—sorta, maybe—but that wasn’t the intent. The sculptures themselves incorporate the shapes of skis and snowboards. It’s perfectly suited for a mountain town culture full of rabid snow lovers who do anything they can to get to the slopes. Where to find it: Between Spruce and Pine on Higgins Avenue.

from a rock display. One large grizzly bear stands on its hind legs. The weirdest part: a Pacific Walrus that the club has owned for

Boone & Crocket Club Outside the Boone & Crocket Club is a large bronze grizzly bear dedicated to founder Theodore Roosevelt and made by James L. Clark, a B&C member from 1930 until his death in 1969. If you’ve never been inside the club, you should break the rules of your street-only art walk and step into the entrance where you’ll be greeted by taxidermy, which is an art you probably didn’t consider. Mule deer, Dall’s sheep and pronghorn stare at you 8

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decades; up until 1957, it was the largest ever collected. Where to find it: River trail near Bernice’s Bakery.

Light boxes All along the downtown streets are utility light boxes that, like the Orange Street underpass, led a boring gray life for years. Missoula’s Public Art Committee sent out a call to artists in 2009 to make them into art. On Higgins, you can see Greg Siple’s photos of bikers who rode to Missoula from places in Montana like Choteau, as well as Florida, Oregon, New York and around the world. A second light box, by Jill Logan, shows a river running through a rainbow forest with “five valleys” and “garden city” inscribed on the trunks of the trees. Other light boxes can be found just off Higgins, Orange and Madison. In fact, you could make a whole light box treasure hunt now that it’s become a canvas of choice for local artists. Where to find them: Throughout downtown and beyond.

“Crossings” The “Crossings” sculpture at the Northern Pacific Railroad Depot is a large, abstract piece that isn’t as easy to decode as, say, a grizzly bear statue. But the four giant red Xs created by Taag Peterson often make for great conversation with out-of-towners who are always the ones reminding us: “Hey, what’s up with those Xs?” It’s become a backdrop for farmers’ market shoppers and, a few years ago, Bible thumpers who hung around it to yell for people’s salvation. Where to find it: At the north end of Higgins Avenue.

“Heart of Missoula” Chances are you’ve seen Hadley Ferguson’s paintings even if you don’t frequent the Dana Gallery, where she’s a represented artist. Liquid Planet sports her design of an old-world map, Sean Kelly’s displays her charming Irish jesters, and Paul’s Pancake Parlor has an old-school Griz game-day illustration. But Ferguson’s “Heart of Missoula” mural is the local artist’s best-known piece. Seven large panels depict Missoula in the early 1900s, including the University of Montana campus when it still had lots of land, and the Garden City Brewery, which proves this town loved its beer even in the olden days. Where to find it: Corner of Higgins and Broadway. It’s hard to miss.

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All politics is local Building the perfect campaign platform, from wolves to pot by Independent staff There’s no such thing anymore as a typical election cycle. Those already in office have little time to actually legislate, what with challengers coming out of the woodwork earlier and earlier, and prompting campaign tactics to start just as soon as the last ballots have been counted. A solid platform is essential to survival. Western Montana is just as political as the next town, but the issues locals hold dear are a little different. We’ve skipped stuff like the debt ceiling, and listed a few of the hot-button topics that any aspiring politician needs to master if they’re going to win an election in Big Sky Country.

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Bison Yellowstone National Park is home to one of the last free ranging, genetically pure bison herds in the United States. Unfortunately, they have a tendency to wander where they aren’t welcome. Montana ranchers north of the park have developed a pathological fear of these bison, believing them to be the harbingers of death-by-brucellosis for local cattle. Nevermind that there’s no documented case of bison transmitting brucellosis to cattle, and cattle brought the disease—which causes calves to be stillborn—to the region to begin with. Politicians have wrangled over what to do with the ungu-

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lates that stray over the park boundary for years; the Fort Peck Reservation is still waiting for word from Gov. Brian Schweitzer about getting their hands on some this year. If anyone can actually solve the bison debate, in a way that doesn’t involve outright slaughter, it would make for a promising political career.

Wilderness Gone are the days of bills that seek nothing more than to set aside swaths of pristine forestland in perpetuity. Montana could use more of it, but in the last 20 years “big W” has become more a legislative accessory. Tester speckled his Forest Jobs and Recreation Act with several

wilderness designations. The trade-off was clear from the start: unheard-of logging mandates across the state. Idaho’s Rep. Mike Simpson is trying the same thing, wooing conservationists with the promise of wilderness while simultaneously handing over federal acreage to motorized use and resource development. Wilderness is no longer just about the forest and the trees; it’s about using those trees to scratch someone else’s back.

Homelessness The first thing you need to know about politics and homelessness in Missoula is this: Nearly anything you say, whether it’s about the Poverello Center’s stalled relocation, or what percentage of the overall homeless population is made of working poor, somebody’s going to get mad. The issue redlined most recently when the Pov moved to purchase the former Trail’s End Bar on West Broadway. Local neighbors bristled at the prospect of a homeless shelter being located so close, and said nobody included them in discussions leading up to the move. The lessons here: Understand the issue is going to rankle affected residents, and plan accordingly by inviting everyone to the table to talk. As with everything on this list, answers aren’t easy and good communication is key.

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Beer Out here in the West, beer is kind of our thing. It keeps you cool in the summer, warm in the winter, and acts like a mental Etch A Sketch after a grueling week at work. No wonder then that the craft beer phenomenon has exploded statewide, from Whitefish to Wibaux. Yet our love of hops and barley doesn’t stop at the taproom door. The last two sessions of the Montana Legislature have seen politicians championing the craft brew cause. In 2009, lawmakers passed House Bill 400 and upped the legal alcohol content for craft beers from 8.5 to 14 percent. And while a measure to extend taproom hours failed this spring, Sen. Ryan Zinke of Whitefish did succeed in passing a bill to allow growler fills at bars, restaurants and pubs. Now if only we didn’t get kicked out of the microbreweries at 8 p.m.

Pot If you’re looking to woo libertarians, liberals, patients and potheads, tell the federal government and the Montana Legislature to step off the weed-bashing bandwagon. Up until June, when a new legislative mandate reversed portions of a 2004 voter-approved medical marijuana law, the state’s legal cannabis industry employed a whole bunch of people. It also provided a ton of medicine to patients unwilling or unable to manage illness with pharmaceuticals. That seemed like a win-win to many, especially in the current economy. But not everyone agreed, particularly social conservatives and law enforcement. Missoula Police Chief Mark Muir worried publicly that under the 2004 law, lax oversight of medical marijuana was growing a new generation of addicts. The issue is bound to linger like smoke from a wicked big bong hit.

Energy development Balancing environmental concerns with natural resource demand is a task that would stymie even the most gravity-defying trapeze artist. Pushing for increased coal extraction certainly hasn’t increased Gov. Schweitzer’s popularity with conservationists. And the state has suffered a number of environmental hardships recently as a direct result of oil development both in-state and elsewhere—even as U.S. Rep. Denny Rehberg voted for drastic cuts to environmental-protection funding. But as politicians are so fond of saying, the cars we drive to work don’t run on electricity yet, and we don’t see dilithium-powered spaceships anywhere on the horizon. Staying mindful of the potential risks and necessary precautions in resource extraction seems a good place to start. 12

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Wolves How wolves fit into your platform largely depends on your feelings toward firearms—or, alternately, the Disney flick White Fang. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester managed to squeeze a measure through Congress this spring removing Endangered Species Act protections for gray wolves in Montana and Idaho. The hunt is on this fall, and the available sides to take on this issue…well, they get a bit confusing. Many prefer keeping the species delisted to give farmers and ranchers more leeway in dealing with predation on livestock. Others agree that wolves are ready to fall under state management, but recoil at Tester’s precedent-setting call to delist through politics instead of science. So if you hit the campaign trail, be prepared to paint a target or tie a bow on a wolf. Either way, this already lengthy debate is bound to continue.

Football Aspiring politicians take note: allying yourself with the home team earns votes. Missoula Mayor John Engen is a good example of a popular politician who’s famously devoted to the University of

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Montana football team. In fact, in 2010 he bet Bozeman Mayor Jeff Krauss that Montana State would go down during the next “Brawl of the Wild.” Engen lost that particular wager and was forced to wear a super-sized Bobcat foam finger and concede the loss in a message recorded on YouTube. Taking one for the team only further endeared Engen to Griz faithful. Joining the maroon-and-silver army offers an easy way to grow your local constituency.

Alternative transportation According to the recent U.S Census Bureau American Community Survey, the Garden City ranks third in the nation among metropolitan communities that regularly commute by bicycle. ( We came in at 4.8 percent, trailing only Fort Collins, Colo., and Eugene, Ore.) Locals love their “sharrows” (that’s the bike lane symbol painted all over town), covet new bike paths, and love to saunter along pedestrian overpasses. Devising new ways to cruise around town without a motor is a no-brainer if you’re going to run for office in Missoula.

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Civil rights If you want to polarize voters, talk about gay rights. When the Missoula City Council last year hashed out whether to pass an ordinance to protect gay and transgender people from discrimination, hundreds turned out to testify for and against the ordinance. Council passed the law, which withstood a challenge in the Montana Legislature. At the state level, the debate over gay rights raged last session with one representative publicly stating that homosexual “recruiters” should be prosecuted.

Land use Not necessarily a sexy topic, but man, does it fire up local constituents. Should Missoula construct homes on large plots of agricultural land off Mullan Road? Or, should we build duplexes in backyards behind old homes on the Westside? The question of how best to grow in the coming decades isn’t going away. It’s important for hopeful elected officials to bone up on the ins and outs of zoning, sprawl, and subdivision rules to make one’s own definition of “smart growth.”

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Myth busters Separating fact from fiction with some of Missoula’s tallest tales by Independent Staff

Pumpkins on Main Hall Every fall right around Halloween someone impales a pumpkin on the top of the University of Montana’s Main Hall. The tradition has been passed down through multiple generations of students willing to brave the steep climb to UM’s pointy clock tower spire. 16

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Pranksters like to remain anonymous for obvious reasons, but the UM rumor mill helped law enforcement nab one culprit in 2004. According to UM Chief of Public Safety Jim Lemke, officers tracked the suspect through word of mouth and the climbing gear he left behind. The young man was a skillful climber who was charged with trespassing. Lemke, who

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has college-aged children himself, has spent part of his 10-year tenure at UM unsuccessfully trying to deter the fall rite, even threatening to position security guards or install cameras around Main Hall to spook would-be impalers. He’s had no luck, but does offer a word of warning: “It’s a long drop down. And you don’t bounce well on concrete.” (Jessica Mayrer)

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Eccentric film director David Lynch was born in Missoula in 1946, and spent the first 14 years of his life moving around different parts of the Pacific Northwest; his dad worked for the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This much is fact. But local legend went crazier than one of Lynch’s films over the years: Rumors circulated that “Twin Peaks” was based on his time in Missoula, Blue Velvet was filmed at the Wilma building, and, even better, Lynch lived in the Wilma for a time. Unfortunately, none of it holds water. In a 2007 interview with the Indy, Lynch revealed that he spent all of two months in Missoula after he was born and never once returned. He has tons of family connections throughout Montana, and has visited Hamilton and Whitefish many times over the years, but Missoula isn’t even a small blue box in his memory. “I’ve heard people say it’s a great town and I should go visit it because it’s got a real mood,” said Lynch in 2007. “And I want to go find the hospital I was born in and see if it brings back memories. I remember it was two miles from Hell’s Canyon…St. Patrick Hospital. That’s it. I’d like to get back there.” (Skylar Browning)

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Tunnels under downtown Missoula Rumors persist about prohibition tunnels and opium dens below the streets of downtown Missoula. Urban legend tells of subterranean passages beneath the city’s old red-light district on West Front Street. Word has it John Wayne used to pass between the Florence Hotel and the Missoula Mercantile through an underground passageway. Some of the tales seem far-fetched, others plausible. Well, there’s at least some truth to them. Philip Maechling from the Missoula Historic Preservation Office says there were, in fact, tunnels connecting the businesses on the corners of Higgins and Front. Those buildings were part of what Maechling calls the “Missoula Mercantile-First National Bank financial and retail empire” of the late 19th and early 20th century. That empire also owned the Florence Hotel. “You could take the laundry or the cash from the Florence Hotel into the basement of the Missoula Mercantile and then over to the bank without getting robbed on the street,” Maechling says. Most of those tunnels have since been filled in, he adds, but the doors are still visible in the Mercantile basement. And while Missoula’s early red-light district on West Front—a collection of brothels and Chinese gaming businesses—didn’t have tunnels 18

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eerily lit by sunlight streaming through the green water. My eyes soon adjusted to the dark space and I realized the cave continued upward. With no headlamp or candle, I wasn’t going farther, so you’ll have to find what’s up there for yourself. I recommend bringing a friend and a light. And stop for a waterfall shower on your way out, just in case the rumor about swimmer’s itch is also true. (Chad Harder)

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below the street, many buildings were connected side-by-side. Opium was legal in the city’s early years, Maechling says, and it’s possible those tunnels were where drug use was concentrated. Perhaps the lengthiest tunnel system below Missoula’s streets is the old steam tunnel network that provided heat from a power plant along the Clark Fork River. The system was similar to that which parts of New York City still use today, Maechling says. The power plant halted operations in the 1950s. “The tunnels are still there,” he says, “and you can actually…well, the tunnels are still there.” (Alex Sakariassen)

The underwater cave at Nimrod Hot Springs Along I-90 near Bearmouth, just east of Missoula, a small whitewater cascade springs from a perennially verdant limestone outcrop20

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ping. Known as Nimrod Hot Springs, mineral water flows crystal clear from a series of falls before emptying into a large pond the color of green glass. Summer days can draw dozens of soakers. Until August, I’d never visited, in part because of rumors that people who swim there get swimmer’s itch. The other swirling rumor spoke of a concealed, underwater entrance to a secret cave. On a recent 91-degree day, I went to find out. Having the place to myself, I dove in and looked around. I found a thin, tethered cord leading straight to the limestone wall, just below the waterline. Feeling around underwater, I found only a void—the passage. Being alone, it took a few minutes to get psyched up, but soon I took a big breath, ducked under and swam in, following the line. Soon I popped up in what looked like a small cave, beautifully but

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There’s a ton of misinformation about the laws governing bicycling in Missoula. For instance, we can’t tell you how many times we’ve heard motorists or pedestrians yell at bicyclists for riding on a sidewalk. “You’re not allowed to ride there,” they say. “That’s illegal!” Actually, it’s not. Montana statute allows cyclists on sidewalks unless municipalities post signs saying otherwise. Missoula has not posted signs. Another confusing legal area is whether people who cycle at night are required to have lights on their bikes, even if they ride on sidewalks. The law states that your ride needs to be adorned with reflectors on pedals and the rear of your bike, a lamp that emits white light on the front, and a red lamp in the rear. Friends have told us that a way to beat the illumination mandate is to stick to pedestrian walkways. City Attorney Jim Nugent, himself an avid cyclist who wears a bright yellow rain suit when he commutes daily, says the trick doesn’t work. Law enforcement can ticket cyclists for riding without lights—on both streets and sidewalks. The discussion is especially timely now, because the Missoula Police Department steps up enforcement efforts every fall to raise awareness about bike safety after dark. As part of that effort, police who pull over cyclists without proper lights have the option to hand out free light sets. Officers use discretion when deciding whether to ticket the rider. Regardless of where you’re riding, Nugent says it’s prudent to make every effort to be seen. And he offers a bit of fatherly advice: “People should always think of safety first.” (Jessica Mayrer)

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a tribute to—and a mirror image of—the Little Chapel Around the Corner, the New York City chapel where Edna and Edward were married. And the name is a tribute to Koro Hatto, the pigeon. It was a kitschy little room with glass cabinets filled with costumes, theater programs and portraits of Koro Hatto—and, eventually, when he died, Koro Hatto’s stuffed body. After Edna died, Ed Sharp ran the Wilma for the next 40 years with partner Bob Sias. The Chapel of the Dove was eventually torn out, but there is now a Koro Hatto memorial in the city cemetery. (Erika Fredrickson)

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Wilma pools, ghosts and pigeons There’s plenty of mystery—and, therefore, rumor—surrounding the historic Wilma Theatre. The eight-story building was constructed by entrepreneur William “Billy” Simons in 1921 and dedicated to his wife, Edna Wilma Simons, a vaudeville opera star. It’s true that it houses an old ballroom and that there was originally an underground swimming pool. According to our resident Wilma history buff and writer, Andy Smetanka, “When the building was finished its swimming pool was a bigger attraction than the theater itself.” It was, however, bricked over 10 years after it was built due to condensation issues. It’s also true that when the Fox Corporation was forced out of the Wilma in the 22

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Believe it or not, in my seven years living in Missoula, I had never hiked the “M,” the city’s most popular trail. It always appeared so crowded, and I figured I couldn’t get away with my dog being off leash. But then I heard that there might be a cave up there on Mt. Sentinel’s slope, so I went to investigate. After I zigzag my way up the “M” (with my dog on leash), I ask an out-ofbreath woman if she knows about a cave up here. I had a general sense of where it might be, but no exact coordinates. She hadn’t heard of it. I continue above photo by Chad Harder the “M” and head south. I ask a father late 1940s, the company ’s henchmen and son, and they tell me to keep walking and practically destroyed the theater. That included, the path will eventually pass it. says Smetanka, “henchmen slashing the screen Sure enough, it does, about 10 minutes past in half and tossing tons of stage equipment into the “M.” the river. The old Fox Theatre, now torn down, The cave looks like an old gold mine adit, was actually built to spite the Wilma, its gala probably about 30 feet deep. As I’m peering in, opening complete with imported B-list star- a mother and son toting flashlights approach. lets.” They’d been here before. I ask what they know But one of the most iconic aspects of the about this cave. “I was born and raised here and Wilma history has to do with a pigeon. After it’s been here as long as I have, so at least 40 Billy Simons died, Edna married a man named years,” she says. The kid tells me the cave doesEdward Sharp who carried around a pet pigeon n’t go any deeper than it looks. He offers me his he called Koro Hatto ( Japanese for “cooing flashlight. I decline, and I regret it. I crouch pigeon”). You’ll notice that the Wilma currently down and head in. Light from outside suffices has two movie theaters: a small cinema with 125 for about the first 15 feet, but not for the next. seats and the larger, Louis XIV-style theater with I don’t make it quite to the end, but close—far 1,067 seats. But at one time, in the basement, it enough to feel like I had spelunked on Sentinel, had another one—a funky, vintage-style theater which I hadn’t even known was possible. called The Chapel of the Dove. The Chapel was (Matthew Frank)

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Late-night eats Where to satisfy your midnight munchies by Matthew Frank • photos by Chad Harder When’s the last time you found yourself out on the town late at night hankering for a meatball sandwich and having to settle for Totino’s Pizza Rolls from Safeway? Last night? Right. Missoula’s got plenty of great restaurants, but despite being a college town, the pickings are slim after midnight. Considering that’s when you most need to satisfy a growling tummy—not to mention prepare for the next morning’s nasty hangover—we’ve staked out a few options better than Totino’s or scouring your refrigerator for, uh…what is that? A corn 28

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tortilla with peanut butter and baloney? These options are definitely better than that.

Pizza on the Fly “When you’re drunk and want pizza, this is the place to go.” That endorsement comes courtesy of “Ben M.,” a commenter on Yelp.com, and he’s right. Pizza on the Fly (200 W. Pine Street) is located inside the Mountain Line Bus Station downtown, just a short stumble from bars like Sean Kelly’s, and stays open until 2 a.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.

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With its walk-up window, there isn’t a cheaper or more convenient way to satisfy your latenight pizza craving.

The Oxford Saloon The Ox is a Missoula classic. And nothing except maybe Pepto coats your stomach after a long night of boozing as well as its signature JJ’s gravy. The Ox (337 N. Higgins Avenue) doesn’t just stay open late; it never closes. The joint dates back to 1883, and it moved from the corcontinued on page 32

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ner of Higgins and Broadway to its current location at Higgins and Pine in 1950. Legend has it that during the move patrons helped carry the bar down the street, all the while keeping their drinks on the bar. The menu’s extensive, but we recommend the special: chicken-fried steak and fries covered in JJ’s. And when you’re full, you can belly up for a game of poker or challenge whomever’s dominating the pool table.

Philly West A late-night meatball sandwich craving is, actually, partly why Philly West, Missoula’s newest late-night food joint, exists. As co-owner and Philadelphia native Dave Jones tells it, his oldest brother was in town several years ago for the Rolling Stones concert and, afterward, in his debauched state, he yearned for meatballs simmered in marinara, covered in provolone, and baked on a tasty roll, like he could get just about anywhere on the East Coast. But not in Missoula. Until now. Jones’s brother ended up helping him launch Philly West. It’s primarily a Philly cheesesteak joint that uses rib-eye steak and rolls shipped from Philly, but it also serves other kinds of sandwiches, pizza, pasta, stromboli, and salads. Philly West (130 West Broadway) stays open until at least 2:30 on Friday and Saturday nights.

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Perkins and Denny’s The late-night food scene took a hit late last year with the loss of Finnegan’s, downtown Missoula’s 24-hour diner for 23 years. But you can always head to Perkins (2275 N. Reserve Street), if you’re willing to grab a taxi. It’s also open 24 hours, and you can dare your drinking buddy to order the “Tremendous Twelve,” which includes three eggs, four pancakes, hash browns, and four bacon strips or sausage links. Or maybe you’re craving Denny’s “Moons Over My Hammy,” a three-egg omelette with diced ham, melted Swiss, and American cheeses. In that case, point the taxi driver to 2922 Brooks Street.

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a.m.? Jimmy John’s (420 N. Higgins Avenue) has you covered. The national chain opened a franchise in Missoula last October, in the former Starbuck’s location, and it’s open until 3 a.m. Monday through Saturday, and until midnight on Sunday. We recommend an “Ultimate Porker”—smoked ham topped with bacon and all the fixings. Jimmy John’s also delivers, if you’ve already staggered home.

Pita Pit No list of Missoula’s late-night food options would be complete without The Pita Pit (130 N. Higgins Avenue), a downtown staple and seemingly an extension of campus. It’s open until 3 a.m. every day, making it a go-to spot after closing time at the bars. It serves all kinds of meat and veggie pitas, plus salads and smoothies.

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Fast-food drive-thru It’s debatable whether something from Wendy’s, Taco Bell, or McDonald’s (all have multiple locations) is better than what’s available at your apartment. But we’ll list them in case you’re really jonesing for something fast— and you’ve arranged for a designated driver.

Double Front Café We’re cheating a little here. Double Front only serves its amazing fried chicken until 11 p.m., but for folks packing it in early, or who need a layer of fried goodness in their bellies before the next round of shots, Double Front (122 W. Alder Street) is a great option. Plus, when we’re downstairs at the Double Front bar, we like that our chicken is delivered to us via a dumbwaiter from the kitchen upstairs.

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Barstool stalwart The making of an authentic Missoula barfly by Alex Sakariassen • photos by Chad Harder Missoula has a certain reputation when it comes to watering holes. You can satisfy just about any thirst around these parts, from cheap beer to top-shelf single malt. But drinking isn’t just about the booze. It’s about knowing the local etiquette, soaking in the hometown ambiance, and treating your fellow drinkers— and servers—with the proper respect. If you’re the type who prefers a familiar bar stool to a 36

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string of strange booths, consider these tips on how to ascend to the rank of regular.

Come as you are Beer doesn’t care what you look like, and neither do the bartenders. Some nightlifers may spend an hour or two primping and preening before they hit the taps, but it’s largely wasted effort if you’re planning on planting for the

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evening. Clothes often reflect attitude. Showing up in what you wore to work or on the river broadcasts that you’re there as a patron, not a centerpiece. Plenty of local barflies carry the noshave, no-shower style without looking like a hippie wannabe. Flip-flops? Rad. Ratty T-shirt? Even better, as long as your appearance is genuine. Treat the bar like a regular stop, not a special occasion.

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Position is nine-tenths of the law Nothing screams “I’m new here” like standing around eyeing every available seating option for five minutes. Just follow your instincts when staking out your turf. If you’re the chatty type, plant your butt at the bar. If you’re thirsty, cozy up as close to the bartender as possible. If you’re shaking off last night’s hangover, do yourself a favor and find a booth with low lighting. But once you sit, stay. And when you come back next time, reclaim what’s yours. A true barfly can recognize his or her own cheek impressions from across the room. Start working on those grooves.

Do your homework Being a barfly is a tough job. You’re not just a drinker, you’re an ambassador. What’s the mixer of choice? How clean are the bathrooms? If you tip well, will you get a stronger pour next time? When a passerby asks these sorts of questions, you’re expected to answer. Start with the bartender’s name. Introduce yourself, chat about snow conditions or what the fish are biting on, and mentally log each response. A little self-deprecating humor or a bad joke will help make an impression. Remember, the folks at Cheers always greeted Norm by first name, but more importantly, Norm always greeted Coach and Woody without a second thought.

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judgment. You might well want to frequent that bar stool for the next few years, so read those signals carefully and be mindful not to humiliate yourself any more than you usually do. Something as simple as drunkenly scrawling your phone number on the back of a receipt can deep-six your dreams of being a regular fast. Barflies aren’t angels, but they’re no fools. There’s an old saying about death that applies here, too: don’t go where you aren’t invited.

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keeps nagging you about the DVDs you borrowed and never returned—sometimes you just need to flee. Fortunately Missoula’s bars have a plethora of alternate entrances and exits, some of which you can skillfully navigate to a drink at the next bar without having to cross a street. Ducking out the back door of the Top Hat gives you three options: the Red Bird Wine Bar, the Rhinoceros or the Missoula Club. The last two are just a short walk from the Badlander Complex, a maze of bars including the Golden Rose and the Palace that are linked by hallways and stairwells. A short jaunt down the alley behind the Iron Horse leads you to Al’s & Vic’s—connected, in turn, to the James Bar.

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Familiarize yourself with these options not just for a know-it-all’s bar crawl but for a handy escape route.

Talking points Barflies, by nature, must make for great conversation. When the fellow next to you starts flapping his gums, listen and weigh in. If the topic is politics, bellyache about local zoning, leash laws or gun rights. Hunting or fishing? Better brush up on the latest regulations and quotas while keeping your favorite slice of wild country a secret. It’s best not to start arguments, and if you see the conversation barreling toward fisticuffs, have an entertaining story

close at hand to diffuse the situation. Nothing will get you booted from your home-away-from-home faster than a back-alley brawl.

The Glasgow Waltz The most important lesson for a barfly in training: get home safe. You aren’t just risking your own neck by getting behind the wheel after tossing back a few. Missoula’s full of bikers, pedestrians and other crazy drivers who can’t predict what you’ll do on the road. Plus that bartender who kindly laughed at your lame jokes all night could lose his or her job for over-serving you should the worst come to pass. Bikes are a safer bet, but still tricky when under the influence. Do yourself a favor: Call a friend, plug a cab company’s phone number into your contacts list, or do what barflies have been doing for centuries and walk. We pros call it the Glasgow Waltz.

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Out of left field Alternative spectator sports in a Griz-mad Missoula by Skylar Browning Missoula has earned a reputation over the years for its unyielding devotion to craft breweries, Subarus, standing ovations, coffee, Tom Catmull, and the University of Montana football team. That last one comes into clear focus right about now, as school gets back into session, the weather turns colder, and shop windows downtown get decorated with cartoon Griz linemen blocking for cartoon Griz running backs. Oh, 42

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and with the roughly 24,000 fans who pack Washington-Grizzly Stadium, and thousands of others who huddle around TVs to catch the gridiron action. Missoula is a football town, for better or worse. The only problem with such lopsided fanaticism is that plenty of other local spectator sports get left on the sidelines. With an eye toward those underdogs, here are some less-

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covered, much less-followed, but no less worthy outlets for your cheering pleasure.

Griz soccer The name Mark Plakorus isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t quite as well known as that of Griz football coach Robin Pflugrad, but both share the same goal: restore their team to past glory. UM recently named Plakorus the new

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Plakorus has at least one thing going for him this fall: few afternoons are better spent than watching the beautiful game at the South Campus Stadium, and the crowds are usually generous. Extra time: The season’s home opener is Sept. 9 against North Dakota State.

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women’s soccer coach, making the former Air Force officer the third coach in the program’s once storied history. Betsy Duerksen served as the inaugural coach and led the team to a 117-

69-7 record over nine seasons. Her successor, Neil Sedgwick, won just 37 games in seven seasons. Last year’s team was especially bad, getting outscored 39-8.

Local hockey fans for years had no other option than to trek out to Glacier Ice Rink and watch aging college professors and hot-shot Minnesota transplants compete in spirited latenight games in the Glacier Hockey League. The no-check league isn’t even that bad (go ahead and sign up at www.glaciericerink.com), but it doesn’t compare to Missoula’s newish junior hockey team, the Maulers. Created in 2007, the Maulers feature promising teenagers hoping to move up the ranks of USA Hockey. The games include raucous crowds, affordable seats right up against the glass, an entertaining mascot, and, perhaps most importantly, cold beer.

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Overtime: This year’s home opener comes against America West Hockey League foe the Helena Bighorns on Sept. 30. Visit missoulamaulers.com for more info.

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A normal Saturday afternoon draws a crowd to Brennan’s Wave to watch kayakers do tricks on this play spot in the middle of the Clark Fork River. Imagine the crowd—and the tricks—when the nation’s best kayaking talent descends on Missoula. For the last two years the Montana Whitewater Championships, which are part of the US Freestyle Kayaking tour, have hit Brennan’s Wave in late June. Sports Illustrated photographers covered the inaugural event. Flooding dampened the 2011 festivities. Barring another year of extreme weather, 2012 should make for another world-class weekend. Wet exit: Visit usafreestylekayak.com for more info, or stop in at Strongwater Paddlesports, an official event sponsor, at 614 S. Higgins Avenue.

Missoula may be a football town now, but not too long ago hoops ruled. Today’s crowds at Dahlberg Arena may be thinner, but recent hardwood success could change that trend. Men’s coach Wayne Tinkle has led the team to back-to-back Big Sky championship games, and this year’s team welcomes back dynamic point guard Will Cherry. The women’s team, led by long-time coach Robin Selvig, made a surprising run last year to the NCAA tournament, and returns its leading scorer and rebounder, Katie Baker. If the administration would only bring back The Zoo, the arena’s boisterous old student section, maybe the crowds would match the teams’ recent efforts on the court. Rebounds: Both teams tip-off in November. Visit montanagrizzlies.com for full schedules.

As the story goes, back in 1976 a bunch of Canadians referred to the region’s new rugby team as “that bunch of maggots from Montana.” Today, the Maggots continue to reign supreme in the local rugby world, winning five Montana Rugby Union championships in the last seven years. All of that history and hardware matters little, however, to fans who flock to the team in black’s annual tournament: Maggotfest. Rugby is involved, but so much more (beer, mainly, and tons of good people) makes it a local tradition for 35 years straight. The scrum: The Maggots play at Fort Missoula, and the 2012 season should start in March. Maggotfest occurs at the end of the season, in May. Visit maggots.org for more info, 46

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81 days of fall Thu. 25 Aug. Full Grown Men promises to rock so hard at Downtown ToNight in Caras Park, at this, the last concert of the season, 5:30–8:30 PM. Free. Let this rock band play the music for you when The Workers play Bitter Root Brewery, 101 Marcus St. in Hamilton, at 6 PM. Visit bitterrootbrewing.com. Free. Shake those ants out of your pants at the Bandlander for Prehab, a dance party, this and every Thu., with sets of hip hop and electronic music from local DJs Vyces, Chris Moon and James Two, plus $1 wells and $1 Pabst at 9 PM. $2. Kill all scenesters, metaphorically, at the Dead Hipster Dance Party every Thu.

starting at 10 PM at Sean Kelly’s, and oh lordy, there are $1 well drinks until midnight. $3. Check out deadhipster.com. Fri. 26 Aug. Especially for those of you calling campus home for the next year, you won’t want to miss UM president Royce C. Engstrom’s State of the University Address, 10 AM at the Montana Theatre. Learning is fundamental at umt.edu. Come one, come all to the Bone Ball in Caras Park, beginning at 5 PM and sponsored by the Humane Society of Western Montana. Visit myhswm.org. Liven things up in your love life, or just take comfort in watching the cosmos, during public observing night at the Blue Mountain Observatory where you’ll get to gander at nearby planets, stars and nebulae at an estimated observing time of 9:30 PM. Free. Call 243-5179 before you go and get directions by clicking over to physics.umt.edu/bluemountain. For those looking for an awesome place to dance, support local music and generally get your drink on, look no further than the Union Club, this and every Fri. night beginning at 9 PM. Free. Sat. 27 Aug. Get your fresh produce from 8 AM–1 PM at the Clark Fork River Market under the

Higgins Ave. bridge. Pick up everything from lettuce to lunch meat and enjoy live music, face painting, and more. Call 396-0593. The Missoula Farmers’ Market runs 8 AM–1 PM at Circle Square and features local produce, flowers, baked goods, coffee and more in a wonderful social atmosphere. Check out missoulafarmers market.com. Arts and crafts and bears, oh my! The Missoula Saturday Arts & Crafts Market features photography, glass art, jewelry, ceramics, and so much more from local vendors, 9 AM–1 PM at East Pine St. Visit missoulasaturdaymarket.org. Hit the rapids with your paddle or face on the Alberton Gorge Rafting Trip, sponsored by UM Outdoor recreation. $60 gets you equipment, transportation, lunch and guides. Register through the UM Outdoor program at 243-5172. Get in touch with your roots at the River City Roots Festival, which goes down all day today and tomorrow, and includes music, a fine arts show, stuff for the kids and a 4k Walk/Run. For event schedule and other facts, check out rivercityrootsfestival.com. The most beautiful pairing of words ever takes the stage when Cellar Door plays at the Bitter Root Brewery, 101 Marcus St., at 8 PM. Visit bitterrootbrewing.com. Free.

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Det er Danish metal, what more do you need to know? Volbeat are playing the Big Sky Brewery at 7:30 PM with Cold & Anchored. Tickets are $25 and available at Rockin Rudy’s, by calling 1-877-4FLY-TIX or online at TicketFly.com. 5417 Trumpeter Way. Sun. 28 Aug. Go around and around at the Carousel Sunday Market and Festival, which features arts and crafts, local venders, food and entertainment in a family-friendly atmosphere from 11 AM—3 PM at A Carousel for Missoula, 101 Carousel Dr. 549-8382.

Walk/Run. For event schedule and other facts, check out rivercityrootsfestival.com. Mon. 29 Aug. School is in! Today marks the beginning of classes for the Autumn 2011 semester for University of Montana students. Trade in your stale music for some good stuff when Cash For Junkers plays the Red Bird Wine Bar, 111 N. Higgins Ave., 7–10 PM. Free. The bard delivers for Shakespeare in the Park’s production of The Merchant of Venice, 6 PM at the Oval on UM’s campus. Tue. 30 Aug.

Get up and go all day long for Go Day on the Oval at UM, where you’ll discover games and information about academic programs and services for incoming students. Call Karissa at 243-2332.

The bard is at it again! This time there’s Much Ado About Nothing, presented by Shakespeare in the Park, 6 PM at the Oval on UM’s campus.

Get in touch with your roots at the second and last day of the River City Roots Festival, which includes music, a fine arts show, stuff for the kids and a 4-mile

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Unbroken. 220 N. Higgins Ave. Free. Check out factandfictionbooks.com. Take me out to the Missoula Osprey ballgame when they battle the Great Falls Voyagers at 7:05 PM for a three-game stretch today, tomorrow and Thu. at Ogren Park at Allegiance Field. Visit missoulaosprey.com. Settle in for some homegrown tunes at the Badlander’s Live and Local Night, which showcases different local acts each week, starting at 10 PM. Free. Wed. 31 Aug. Today’s the last in the Out to Lunch concert series from 11 AM–2 PM in Caras Park. Go out with a puff when Smoke plays a set. Call 543-4238. Thu. 1 Sept. Get a haircut and get a real job at the Fall Student Employment Job Fair from 9 AM–3 PM at the University Ballroom, where employers will provide information

to students seeking part-time jobs during the academic year. Shake those ants out of your pants at the Bandlander for Prehab, a dance party, this and every Thu., with sets of hip hop and electronic music from local DJs Vyces, Chris Moon and James Two, plus $1 wells and $1 Pabst from 9 PM to midnight, beginning at 9 PM. $2. Kill all scenesters, metaphorically, at the Dead Hipster Dance Party every Thu. starting at 10 PM at Sean Kelly’s, and oh lordy, there are $1 well drinks until midnight. $3. Check out deadhipster.com. Fri. 2 Sept. Students love free food, and so it shall be during WelcomeFeast, where the campus community is invited to “get their griz on” while enjoying free food, live music, games and a chance to learn about opport u n i t i e s o n c a m p u s , 11 AM–1:30 PM at UM Oval. The streets of downtown are littered with art, plus plenty of free wine and cheese on the first Fri. of every month during Missoula’s First Friday art gallery walk, which generally runs from 5–8 PM at various galleries and local businesses downtown. For those looking for an awesome place to dance, support local music and generally get your drink on, look no further than Union Club, this and every Fri. night beginning at 9 PM. Free. Sat. 3 Sept. Get your fresh produce from 8 AM–1 PM at the Clark Fork River Market under the Higgins Ave. bridge. Pick up everything from lettuce to lunch meat and enjoy live music, face painting, and more. Call 396-0593. The Missoula Farmers’ Market runs 8 AM–1 PM at Circle Square and features local produce, coffee and more in a wonderful atmosphere. Check out missoulafarmersmarket.com.

Arts and crafts and bears, oh my! The Missoula Saturday Arts & Crafts Market features photography, glass art, jewelry, ceramics, and so much more from local vendors, 9 AM–1 PM at East Pine St. Visit missoulasaturdaymarket.org. Travel quite a distance on purpose using your own steam as part of the Garden City Triathlon, an Olympic-distance course with a 1.5-kilometer swim, a 40-kilometer bike race and a 10-kilometer run, sponsored by Montana Campus Compact, beginning at 9 AM at Frenchtown Pond State Park. “Run” on over to mtcompact.org/GCT.htm. Listen to the John Butler Trio’s guitar stylings when the band plays a show at 8 PM at the Wilma Theatre, with Greylag. Tickets are $25 and available at Rockin Rudy’s, by calling 1-877-4FLY-TIX or online at TicketFly.com. Sun. 4 Sept. Go around and around at the Carousel Sunday Market and Festival, which features arts and crafts, local venders, food and entertainment in a family-friendly atmosphere from 11 AM—3 PM at A Carousel for Missoula, 101 Carousel Dr. 549-8382. Mon. 5 Sept. It’s Labor Day and thus there are no University classes. However, I’m sure I’ll be working, so whatever. Have fun, students. Tue. 6 Sept. Give a little bit of your love at the Fall Volunteer Fair, 10 AM–2 PM at the University Center Atrium, where you’ll learn about volunteering opportunities. Call 243-4442. Continue on Wed. as well. The Butthole Surfers are pouring like an avalanche, coming down the mountain at the Wilma Theatre at 8 PM. $30 day of/$25 advance. Get yours at Rockin Rudy’s or at Porterhouseproductions.com. Fresh Facts 2011

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Settle in for some homegrown tunes at the Badlander’s Live and Local Night, which showcases different local acts each week, starting at 10 PM. Free. Wed. 7 Sept. Take me out to the Missoula Osprey ballgame when they battle the Great Falls Voyagers at 7:05 PM for a twogame stretch today and tomorrow at Ogren Park at Allegiance Field. Visit missoulaosprey.com. Get soulful with Queensryche at the Wilma Theatre at 8 PM. $34 day of/$32 advance. Get yours at Rockin Rudy’s, by calling 1-877-4FLY-TIX or online at TicketFly.com. Thu. 8 Sept.

Legendary troubadour John Prine hits the corner pocket when he plays the University Theatre Fri., Sept. 16, at 8 PM. Ticket costs vary, so check out griztix.com.

“He sat down, and the men laughed at him.” Jack London wrote this and many other great sentences, so see the Montana Repertory Theatre’s production of Writing Wild: The Adventures of Jack London, 7:30 PM at the PAR/TV Center today through Sept. 10. $10. Visit umtheatredance.org. Shake those ants out of your pants at the Bandlander for Prehab, a dance party this and every Thu., with sets of hip hop and electronic music from local DJs Vyces, Chris Moon and James Two, plus $1 wells and $1 Pabst from 9 PM to midnight, beginning at 9 PM. $2. Kill all scenesters, metaphorically, at the Dead Hipster Dance Party every Thu. starting at 10 PM at Sean Kelly’s, and oh lordy, there are $1 well drinks until midnight. $3. Check out deadhipster.com. Fri. 9 Sept. Go rogue at the Maverick Brewfest in Caras Park at 4 PM, sponsored by the Missoula Athletic Council. For those looking for an awesome place to dance, support local music and generally get your drink on, look no further than Union Club, this and every Fri. night beginning at 9 PM. Free. Sat. 10 Sept. Get your fresh produce from 8 AM–1 PM at the Clark Fork River Market under the Higgins Ave. bridge. Pick up everything from lettuce to lunch meat and enjoy live music, face painting, and more. Call 396-0593. The Missoula Farmers’ Market runs 8 AM–1 PM at Circle Square and features local produce, flowers, baked goods, coffee. Check out missoulafarmersmarket.com.

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SPOTLIGHT dead crows The Second Wind Reading Series is the hottest night of poetry and prose you’ve never heard of. If you’re a young writer in Missoula, and so many of you are, this is an event worth checking out. In a classroom on the second floor of the LA building on campus, you may have seen the portrait of UM alumni Richard Hugo staring at you, an impossibly large man with a drink in his hand and worn lines on his face. He’s famous for saying, “A creative writing class may be one of the last places you can go where your life still

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event is totally free and you don’t have to be 21 to attend.

As the evening’s headliners, you can expect great work from MORE INFO: cas.umt.edu/English/ the student readers. I creative_writing hang out with them in bars, and I can assure you, they are young and matters.” Imagine what happens when scrappy and full of insane ideas. Carl these same writers get out of the Corder from Indiana wears cowboy classroom and step in front of a microboots and reads fiction with a slight phone. Midwest drawl I can’t put my finger Second Wind was started in 1966 on. Imagine him saying into the microby the University of Montana’s faculty phone, “Rick knows about the dead and students as a way of showcasing crow in his son’s room.” Sit with that the various authors who come to work sentence and imagine the implicahere. Richard Hugo would have been tions. Other terrors lurk. Kirsi Marcus one of the readers, along with Bill writes about tweens with eating disorKittridge, James Welch, Andrew Sean ders, hiding in the shadows of their Greer and many more. A second year dead or deformed sisters and entering MFA student (it’s a two-year program, beauty contests, but funny! Mackenzie so they are in effect “seniors”) reads Cole’s poems, he often tells me, “Are first, followed by an established writer not fun.” in the community. So moved by what If you, like me, think that genuinethey’ve heard, people have been ly sounds like a good time, you may known to laugh, cry, eat their hats and be surprised and delighted to learn break things. This semester, authors will be reading around 5:30 PM on that you are not alone. —Molly Laich most Sundays at the Top Hat. The HOW MUCH: Free

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Purple sticky punge, or hemp, is a great source of paper, it makes a fine rope, and it’s a great excuse for the 16th annual Missoula Hempfest, which goes down in Caras Park from noon—10:30 PM. Get the facts at hempfestmissoula.com. Watch others bump, set and spike all day long at the Montana Volleyball Tournament at the West Auxiliary Gym on campus. Go to gogriz.com.

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Celebrate Missoula as a bikeable and walkable community during Sunday Streets Missoula, an event going down at 10 AM on Higgins Ave. from the X’s to S. Fifth St. It features a host of activities including live music, walking, dance/fitness classes and plenty more. Free. Visit sundaystreetsmissoula.org for details and a map. Go around and around at the Carousel Sunday Market and Festival, which features arts and crafts, local venders, food and entertainment in a family-friendly atmosphere from 11 AM—3 PM at A Carousel for Missoula, 101 Carousel Dr. 549-8382. Warte eine Minute! It’s GermanFest time in Caras Park, brought to you by the Missoula Cultural Council beginning at 3 PM. Visit missoulaculturalcouncil.org. Don’t be fooled by the rocks that I got, it’s time for the Hip Strip Block Party, starting at 4 PM on Third St., between Higgins and Myrtle, featuring Missoula’s most fabulous fashion show of the year, live music, vinyl djs, yummy food, thirstquenching beer and a dance party! Call 541-7171. Local writers take over the Top Hat beginning at 5:30 PM during the Second Wind Reading Series, which matches a second year MFA student with an established local writer for a night of heartbreaking prose and poetry. See cas.umt.edu/english for the full line-up. Look! Pretty Lights are playing electro organic cutting-edge party rocking beats at Big Sky Brewery at 6:15 PM with Latyrx, MiMOSA and Vibesquad. Tickets are $35 day of/$30 advance and available at Rockin Rudy’s, by calling 1-877-4FLY-TIX or online at TicketFly.com. 5417 Trumpeter Way.

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Mon. 12 Sept. This is no church choir. Reverend Horton Heat sounds more like psychobilly craziness to me. See for yourself at their 8 PM show at the Wilma Theatre, with Nashville Pussy. (Blush.) Tickets are $20 and available at Rockin Rudy’s, by calling 1-8774FLY-TIX or online at TicketFly.com. Get down with your country side when Russ Nasset and Honky Tonk Hero play the Red Bird Wine Bar, 111 N. Higgins Ave., 7–10 PM. Free. Tue. 13 Sept. Settle in for some homegrown tunes at the Badlander’s Live and Local Night, which showcases different local acts each week, starting at 10 PM. Free. Shiny Happy Person. Pretty Lights plays electro organic cutting-edge party rocking beats at Big Sky Brewery on Sun. Sept. 11 at 6:15 PM with Latyrx, MiMOSA and Vibesquad. Tickets are $35 day of/$30 in advance and available at Rockin Rudy’s, by calling 1-877-4FLY-TIX or online at TicketFly.com.

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Theatre at 8 PM. Tickets are $26 and available at Rockin Rudy’s, by calling 1-877-4FLY-TIX or online at TicketFly.com. Thu. 15 Sept. Virginia-born folk/bluegrass/guitar wizard Keller Williams is gracing us with an 8:30 PM show at the Wilma Theatre. Tickets are $25 day of/$20 advance and available at Rockin Rudy’s, by calling 1-8774FLY-TIX or online at TicketFly.com. Shake those ants out of your pants at the Bandlander for Prehab, a dance party this and every Thu., with sets of hip hop and electronic music from local DJs Vyces, Chris Moon and James Two, plus $1 wells and $1 Pabst from 9 PM to midnight, beginning at 9 PM. $2. Kill all scenesters, metaphorically, at the Dead Hipster Dance Party every Thu. starting at 10 PM at Sean Kelly’s, and oh lordy, there are $1 well drinks until midnight. $3. Check out deadhipster.com.

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SPOTLIGHT days between A friend on the East Coast relived the old days and saw Furthur in concert earlier this summer. When asked about the music, she shrugged and said it was fine. “It was jammier than I remember,” she said. My friend preferred to talk about the crowd, which lived up to her gloriously hazy memories.

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the parking lot, fatty veggie burritos being sold for gas money to the next WHO: Furthur show, nitrous balWHEN: Tue., Sept. 27, 7 PM loons, and, most importantly, twirling in WHERE: Adams Center a sundress for an entire night of classic HOW MUCH: $47.50, plus fees, at tunes. For a certain griztix.com segment of Missoula this will be the biggest show of the year—or maybe longer. Deadhead following just as much for the atmosphere as the music. After all, the Dead last played here It’s an opportunity for fans to recon- nearly 40 years ago. —Skylar Browning

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Romp around with the Downtown Dance Collective at Turning the Wheel: Community Romp, a dance party that is free and open to all ages. Donations are always welcome. 121 W. Main St. Call 830-3285. Houses rule and so can you. Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Habitat for Humanity at Caras Park in downtown Missoula beginning at 5 PM. Guitar hero Luis Millan will play his instrument with gusto at the Music Recital Hall on campus as part of the Faculty and Guest Artist Series, 7:30 PM. $10 /$5 . Go to umt.edu/music. It’s no Prine Numbers (the name of my friend’s tribute band) but I guess settling 58

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The Missoula Farmers’ Market runs 8 AM–1 PM at Circle Square and features local produce, flowers, baked goods, coffee and more in a wonderful social atmosphere. Check out missoulafarmersmarket.com. Arts and crafts and bears, oh my! The Missoula Saturday Arts & Crafts Market features photography, glass art, jewelry, ceramics, and so much more from local vendors, 9 AM–1 PM at East Pine St. Visit missoulasaturdaymarket.org.

Furthur, which features former Grateful Dead members Phil Lesh and Bob Weir, still draws a die-hard

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Get your fresh produce from 8 AM–1 PM at the Clark Fork River Market under the Higgins Ave. bridge. Pick up everything from lettuce to lunch meat and enjoy live music, face painting, and more. Call 396-0593.

for the real thing is next best. See the one and only John Prine play live at the University Theatre at 8 PM. Ticket costs vary. Get the scoop at umt.edu/griztix. For those looking for an awesome place to dance, support local music and generally get your drink on, look no further than Union Club, this and every Fri. night beginning at 9 PM. Free. Sat. 17 Sept. Let’s take care of this crippling disease once and for all at the 2011 Walk to End Alzheimer’s, 8 AM at Fort Missoula. All of the money raised goes toward Alzheimer’s research, education, and support for individuals with this debilitating disease. Call 541-6577.

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Racism does not rock, so lets come together and rally against it at the Rock Against Racism event at Caras Park in downtown Missoula beginning at noon. Check out rockmissoula.com. Stompgrass, folk, blues, rock, bluegrass and other plants-turned-music take the stage when Hillstomp, The Box Cutters, and McDougall play a 10 PM show at the Top Hat. $8 day of/ $6 advance, available at Stonefly online.com, BrownPaperTickets.com and Ear Candy Music. Sun. 18 Sept. Go around and around at the Carousel Sunday Market and Festival, which features arts and crafts, local venders, food and entertainment in a family-friendly atmosphere from 11 AM—3 PM at A Carousel for Missoula, 101 Carousel Dr. 549-8382. Celebrate peace every day but especially today at the Annual Peace Party in Caras Park from 4:30–8:30 PM. The event features dinner, live and silent auctions, a raffle and other forms of entertainment. Tickets are available at 543-3955 or at 519 S. Higgins. Visit jrpc.org Local writers take over the Top Hat beginning at 5:30 PM during the Second Wind Reading Series, which matches a second-year MFA student with an established local writer for a night of heartbreaking prose and poetry. See cas.umt.edu/english for the full line-up.

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Get country strong for country superstar Lorrie Morgan, presented by 5 Valleys Crime Stoppers, at the University Theatre on the UM Campus. 7 PM. For ticket information, call 243-2853. Head’s up, my broke music devotees! Sonicflood is playing a Christian rock show at the Wilma Theatre at 7 PM. Tickets are free and available at the Garden of Read’n for the first 1,000 people. Mon. 19 Sept. Trade in your stale music for some good stuff when Cash For Junkers play the Red Bird Wine Bar, 111 N. Higgins Ave., 7–10 PM. Free. Tue. 20 Sept. It’s a Blue October in September when the band plays rock music at the Wilma Theatre with Iamdynamite at 8 PM. Tickets are $25 and available at Rockin Rudy’s, by calling 1-877-4FLY-TIX or online at TicketFly.com.

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Settle in for some homegrown tunes at the Badlander’s Live and Local Night, which showcases different local acts each week, starting at 10 PM. Free. Wed. 21 Sept. Get savvy at the Tech Fair from 9 AM–3 PM at the University Center Atrium, where you’ll learn about current and new technologies and services available to all UM students, faculty and staff. Navigate (if you know how, burn!) to umt.edu/techfair. Thu. 22 Sept. Get your locally grown produce, plus jewelry, jams and jellies, homemade fudge, craft items, baked goods, farm-fresh eggs, local honey, note cards and so much more at the Orchard Homes Farmers’ Market at Orchard Homes Country Life Club at 4:30 PM. 2537 S. 3rd St. W. Shake those ants out of your pants at the Bandlander for Prehab, a dance party

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this and every Thu., with sets of hip hop and electronic music from local DJs Vyces, Chris Moon and James Two, plus $1 wells and $1 Pabst from 9 PM to midnight, beginning at 9 PM. $2. Kill all scenesters, metaphorically, at the Dead Hipster Dance Party every Thu. starting at 10 PM at Sean Kelly’s, and oh lordy, there are $1 well drinks until midnight. $3. Check out deadhipster.com. Fri. 23 Sept. Honor unique culture all day long at the American Indian Heritage Day, on campus at the Payne Family Native American Center. Call Salena at 243-5834. For those looking for an awesome place to dance, support local music and generally get your drink on, look no further than Union Club, this and every Fri. night beginning at 9 PM. Free.

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Do that thing in your chest a favor and attend the Missoula Heart Walk and 5k Run, beginning at 10 AM at the UM Oval. Visit missoula heartwalk.org.

Get your fresh produce from 8 AM–1 PM at the Clark Fork River Market under the Higgins Ave. Bridge. Pick up everything from lettuce to lunch meat and enjoy live music, face painting, and more. Call 396-0593.

Get by with a little help from your friends at the 10th annual Missoula Buddy Walk to help promote awareness of Down Syndrome, 11 AM at Play Fair Park.

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Got culture? Good! Rejoice at the Celebrate Our Culture Day, noon in Caras Park, brought to you by the Missoula Indian Center. More at missoulaindiancenter.org.

A boy named Hank. Spend an evening with one of the famous Williams’ at a live performance by Hank 3, Tue., Oct. 4, 8 PM at the Wilma Theatre. Tickets are $24 day of/$22 advance and available at Rockin Rudy’s, by calling 1-877-4FLY-TIX or online at TicketFly.com.

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Make your way to the University Theatre for a 7:30 PM performance by the Missoula Symphony Orchestra, featuring Ilya Kaler on what is probably not the world’s smallest violin. Go to missoulasymphony.org. She’s playing again on Sun. at 3 PM.

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Sun. 25 Sept. Go around and around at the Carousel Sunday Market and Festival, which features arts and crafts, local venders, food and entertainment in a family-friendly atmosphere from 11 AM—3 PM at A Carousel for Missoula, 101 Carousel Dr. 549-8382. Nothing’s changed since high school: The dance still claims a whole week’s worth of events. Go to Southgate Mall’s Clock Court from 1–3 PM for the Homecoming Week Kickoff Celebration. UM’s drumline, Spirit Squad and mascot Monte will be at the event. Visit grizalum.org. Local writers take over the Top Hat beginning at 5:30 PM during the Second Wind Reading Series, which matches a second-year MFA student with an established local writer for a night of heartbreaking prose and poetry. See cas.umt.edu/english for the full line-up. Don’t not see folk troubadour Greg

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and mezzo-soprano Kimberly Gratland James perform at UM’s Music Recital Hall. 7 PM. $10/$5 students and seniors. Visit umt.edu/music.

See why this guy gets voted Best of Missoula time and time again when Tom Catmull plays the Red Bird Wine Bar, 111 N. Higgins Ave, 7–10 PM. Free.

Settle in for some homegrown tunes at the Badlander’s Live and Local Night, which showcases different local acts each week, starting at 10 PM. Free.

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Tue. 27 Sept. Let the band come to you for once at the Adams Center on campus for Furthur, live in concert at 7 PM, featuring Phil Lesh and Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead. Tickets are $47.50 and available at umt.edu/griztix. Eat up or something at Fact & Fiction downtown, when James Lee Burke will read from and sign copies of his book, Feast Day of Fools. 7 PM. Free. 220 N. Higgins Ave. Singers rule the night as part of the Faculty and Guest Artist Series when soprano Maria Jooste, and soprano

Here’s my advice: never graduate from college. Learn how at “The Next Course,” a graduate school workshop where you’ll discover the benefits of going to grad school, steps for choosing the right school or program, graduate tests and when to take them, how to write an impressive essay and more. Visit umt.edu/career. Brad Nowell may no longer be with us, but the music lives on through Badfish: A tribute to Sublime, with guest Scott Don’t, 8 PM at the Wilma Theatre. Tickets are $18 and available at Rockin Rudy’s, by calling 1877-4FLY-TIX or online at TicketFly.com.

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Thu. 29 Sept. Get your locally grown produce, plus jewelry, jams and jellies, homemade fudge, craft items, baked goods, farm-fresh eggs, local honey, note cards and so much more at the Orchard Homes Farmers’ Market at Orchard Homes Country Life Club at 4:30 PM. 2537 S. 3rd St. W. Shake those ants out of your pants at the Bandlander for Prehab, a dance party this and every Thu., with sets of hip hop and electronic music from local DJs Vyces, Chris Moon and James Two, plus $1 wells and $1 Pabst from 9 PM to midnight, beginning at 9 PM. $2. Kill all scenesters, metaphorically, at the Dead Hipster

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Dance Party every Thu. starting at 10 PM at Sean Kelly’s, and oh lordy, there are $1 well drinks until midnight. $3. Check out deadhipster.com. Fri. 30 Sept. It’s UM Homecoming 2011, all day long, both today and tomorrow. Woo hoo. Breasts rule and cancer drools at BreastyFest, starting at noon in Caras Park in downtown Missoula, brought to you by Faux Pink. Go to fauxpink.org. They’re setting things on fire in the UM Oval for the Yell Night Pep Rally at 8 PM. The rally features a bonfire, lighting of the M and other luminaries, all free. Visit grizalum.org.

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In this photo there are neither visible buttholes nor people surfing. Discuss. Or, go see the Butthole Surfers play Tue., Sept. 6, at 8 PM at the Wilma Theatre. $30 day of/$25 advance. Get yours at Rockin Rudy’s or online at porterhouseproductions.com.

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Liven things up in your love life, or just take comfort in watching the cosmos, during public observing night at the Blue Mountain Observatory where you’ll get to gander at nearby planets, stars and nebulae at an estimated observing time of 8:30 PM. Free. Call 243-5179 before you go and get directions by clicking over to physics.umt.edu/bluemountain. For those looking for an awesome place to dance, support local music and generally get your drink on, look no further than Union Club, this and every Fri. night beginning at 9 PM. Free. Sat. 1 Oct. Get your fresh produce from 8 AM–1 PM at the Clark Fork River Market under the Higgins Ave. bridge. Pick up everything from lettuce to lunch meat and enjoy live music, face painting, and more. Call 3960593. The Missoula Farmers’ Market runs 8 AM–1 PM at Circle Square and features

local produce, flowers, baked goods, coffee and more in a wonderful social atmosphere. Check out missoulafarmers market.com. Arts and crafts and bears, oh my! The Missoula Saturday Arts & Crafts Market features photography, glass art, jewelry, ceramics, and so much more from local vendors, 9 AM–1 PM at East Pine St. Visit missoulasaturdaymarket.org. Activities directly related to Homecoming today include, but are not limited to: The 5k Homecoming Hustle beginning at Higgins and Broadway at 9:45 AM, the Homecoming Parade at 10 AM and the Homecoming TV Tailgate at the Adams Center at 11 AM. Get all the facts at grizalum.org. The big deal, of course, is the UM homecoming football game, where the Griz take on Northern Colorado at WashingtonGrizzly Stadium, beginning at 1 PM. Go to gogriz.com.

Sun. 2 Oct. Go around and around at the Carousel Sunday Market and Festival, which features arts and crafts, local venders, food and entertainment in a family-friendly atmosphere from 11 AM—3 PM at A Carousel for Missoula, 101 Carousel Dr. 549-8382. Local writers take over the Top Hat beginning at 5:30 PM during the Second Wind Reading Series, which matches a second-year MFA student with an established local writer for a night of heartbreaking prose and poetry. See cas.umt.edu/english for the full line-up. Mon. 3 Oct. Oboes rule the night as part of the Faculty and Guest Artist Series when Arik Sabin and Clint Whittle play UM’s Music Recital Hall at 7:30 PM. Free. Visit umt.edu/music.

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Tue. 4 Oct. He’s still a man, darn it. It’s opening night for the UM School of Theatre & Dance’s production of The Elephant Man, at 7:30 PM. Show runs Oct. 4–8 and 11–15 at the Montana Theatre PAR/TV Center. Tickets a r e $ 20 / $ 16 s e n i o r s & s t u d e n t s / $10 children 12 and under. Visit umtheatredance.org. Spend an evening with one of the famous Williams’ at a live performance by Hank 3, 8 PM at the Wilma Theatre. Tickets are $24 day of/$22 advance and available at Rockin Rudy’s, by calling 1-877-4FLY-TIX or online at TicketFly.com. Settle in for some homegrown tunes at the Badlander’s Live and Local Night, which showcases different local acts each week, starting at 10 PM. Free. Thu. 6 Oct. Get your locally grown produce, plus jewel-

ry, jams and jellies, homemade fudge, craft items, baked goods, farm-fresh eggs, local honey, note cards and so much more at the Orchard Homes Farmers’ Market at Orchard Homes Country Life Club at 4:30 PM. 2537 S. 3rd St. W. Reading is fundamental at this, the first day of the Montana Festival of the Book, which brings together the region’s finest writers to celebrate reading and writing. Events will take place Oct. 6–8 at various locations in Missoula. Check out humanitiesmontana.org. Shake those ants out of your pants at the Bandlander for Prehab, a dance party this and every Thu., with sets of hip hop and electronic music from local DJs Vyces, Chris Moon and James Two, plus $1 wells and $1 Pabst from 9 PM to midnight, beginning at 9 PM. $2. Kill all scenesters, metaphorically, at the Dead Hipster Dance Party every Thu. starting at 10 PM at Sean Kelly’s, and oh

lordy, there are $1 well drinks until midnight. $3. Check out deadhipster.com. Fri. 7 Oct. Montana Museum of Arts & Culture invites you to look at art from 4–6 PM, as part of First Friday, in conjunction with the exhibition, War Torn: The Art of Ben Steele – Paintings and Drawings from the Bataan Death March. Visit umt.edu/montanamuseum. The streets of downtown are littered with art, plus plenty of free wine and cheese on the first Fri. of every month during Missoula’s First Friday art gallery walk, which generally runs from 5–8 PM at various galleries and local businesses downtown. For those looking for an awesome place to dance, support local music and generally get your drink on, look no further than Union Club, this and every Fri. night beginning at 9 PM. Free.

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Sat. 8 Oct. Get your fresh produce from 8 AM–1 PM at the Clark Fork River Market under the Higgins Ave. bridge. Pick up everything from lettuce to lunch meat and enjoy live music, face painting, and more. Call 396-0593. The Missoula Farmers’ Market runs 8 AM–1 PM at Circle Square and features local produce, flowers, baked goods, coffee and more in a wonderful social atmosphere. Check out missoula farmersmarket.com. Arts and crafts and bears, oh my! The Missoula Saturday Arts & Crafts Market features photography, glass art, jewelry, ceramics, and so much more from local vendors, 9 AM–1 PM at East Pine St. Visit missoulasaturdaymarket.org. Dancing can happen anywhere, as proven by the UM Dancers on Location, a sitespecific dance concert on the UM Oval, Oct. 8–9. Free.

Go around and around at the Carousel Sunday Market and Festival, which features arts and crafts, local venders, food and entertainment in a family-friendly atmosphere from 11 AM—3 PM at A Carousel for Missoula, 101 Carousel Dr. 549-8382. Local writers take over the Top Hat beginning at 5:30 PM during the Second Wind Reading Series, which matches a second-year MFA student with an established local writer for a night of heartbreaking prose and poetry. See cas.umt.edu/english for the full line-up. Mon. 10 Oct. Horns rule the night as part of the Faculty and Guest Artist Series, which features Ian MacLean at UM’s Music Recital Hall. 7:30 PM. Free. Visit umt.edu/music. Tue. 11 Oct. Settle in for some homegrown tunes at the

Badlander’s Live and Local Night, which showcases different local acts each week, starting at 10 PM. Free. Wed. 12 Oct. Dust off somebody else’s old skis and other things at the Used Outdoor Gear Sale, where you can buy or sell outdoor equipment from 12–5 PM in the University Center Atrium. It’s a fundraiser for the UM Outdoor Program, yo. Go to umt.edu/outdoor. Thu. 13 Oct. Get your locally grown produce, plus jewelry, jams and jellies, homemade fudge, craft items, baked goods, farm-fresh eggs, local honey, note cards and so much more at this year’s last Orchard Homes Farmers’ Market at Orchard Homes Country Life Club at 4:30 PM. 2537 S. 3rd St. W. Has this lady got a story for you! Expedition Africa: Desert Whitewater & Township Stories, as told by Mandela

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van Eeden. Van Eeden will chronicle her travels along the Orange River, which marks the boundary between South Africa and Namibia, 7 PM in room 210 of McGill Hall on the UM Campus. Call 243-5142. What a day to enjoy the UM Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Concert Band, 7:30 PM at the University Theatre. $10/$5 students and seniors. Go to umt.edu/music. Shake those ants out of your pants at the Bandlander for Prehab, a dance party this and every Thu., with sets of hip hop and electronic music from local DJs Vyces, Chris Moon and James Two, plus $1 wells and $1 Pabst from 9 PM to midnight, beginning at 9 PM. $2. Kill all scenesters, metaphorically, at the Dead Hipster Dance Party every Thu. starting at 10 PM at Sean Kelly’s, and oh lordy, there are $1 well drinks until midnight. $3. Check out deadhipster.com. Fri. 14 Oct. For those looking for an awesome place to dance, support local music and generally get your drink on, look no further than Union Club, this and every Fri. night beginning at 9 PM. Free. Sat. 15 Oct. Get your fresh produce from 8 AM–1 PM at the Clark Fork River Market under the Higgins Ave. bridge. Pick up everything from lettuce to lunch meat and enjoy live music, face painting, and more. Call 396-0593. The Missoula Farmers’ Market runs 8 AM–1 PM at Circle Square and features local produce, flowers, baked goods, coffee and more in a wonderful social atmosphere. Check out missoula farmersmarket.com. Arts and crafts and bears, oh my! The Missoula Saturday Arts & Crafts Market features photography, glass art, jewelry, ceramics, and so much more from local vendors, 9 AM–1 PM at East Pine St. Visit missoulasaturdaymarket.org. Catch the Griz football team as they battle Portland State, 1 PM at WashingtonGrizzly Stadium. Go to gogriz.com. Sun. 16 Oct. Go around and around at the Carousel Sunday Market and Festival, which features arts and crafts, local venders, food

John Butler stands front and center—and a little too close to the camera, if you ask us—when the John Butler Trio takes the Wilma Theatre stage at 8 PM on Sat., Sept. 3. Tickets are $25 and available at Rockin Rudy’s, by calling 1-8774FLY-TIX or online at TicketFly.com.

and entertainment in a family-friendly atmosphere from 11 AM—3 PM at A Carousel for Missoula, 101 Carousel Dr. 549-8382. Local writers take over the Top Hat beginning at 5:30 PM during the Second Wind Reading Series, which matches a second-year MFA student with an established local writer for a night of heartbreaking prose and poetry. See cas.umt.edu/english for the full line-up. Tue. 18 Oct. Cellos rule the night as part of the Faculty and Guest Artist Series, which features Fern Glass Boyd at UM’s Music Recital Hall. 7:30 PM. $10/$5 students and seniors. Visit umt.edu/music.

Settle in for some homegrown tunes at the Badlander’s Live and Local Night, which showcases different local acts each week, starting at 10 PM. Free. Thu. 20 Oct. Feed your hunger for social responsibility and justice at Beyond the Breadbowl: Hunger, Excess and the American Appetite, Oct. 20–22 at The University Center, as part of the Beyond Boundaries National Conference series. Registration and an opening reception are today from 4–8 PM. Go to cas.umt.edu. Shake those ants out of your pants at the Bandlander for Prehab, a dance party this and every Thu., with sets of hip hop and electronic music from local DJs Vyces,

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Chris Moon and James Two, plus $1 wells and $1 Pabst from 9 PM to midnight, beginning at 9 PM. $2. Kill all scenesters, metaphorically, at the Dead Hipster Dance Party every Thu. starting at 10 PM at Sean Kelly’s, and oh lordy, there are $1 well drinks until midnight. $3. Check out deadhipster.com. Fri. 21 Oct. See who the movers and shakers are at the Who’s Who in Missoula Revue, which returns by popular demand for its fourth year with a night of amazing performances showcasing the hidden talents of local luminaries starting at 7:30 PM at the Montana Theatre on the UM campus. Call 396-0103. Romp around with the Downtown Dance Collective at Turning the Wheel: Community Romp, a dance party that is free and open to all ages at 6:30 PM. Donations are always welcome. 121 W. Main St. Call 830-3285. You probably didn’t even know that UM had a keyboard society. They do! Pianissimo! is a benefit for said society that will feature some of Montana’s favorite

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pianists in solo, duet and multiple-piano performances, 7:30 PM at the Music Recital Hall. $20/$10 students and seniors. Visit umt.edu/music. For those looking for an awesome place to dance, support local music and generally get your drink on, look no further than Union Club, this and every Fri. night beginning at 9 PM. Free. Sat. 22 Oct. Get your fresh produce from 8 AM–1 PM at this year’s last Clark Fork River Market under the Higgins Ave. bridge. Pick up everything from lettuce to lunch meat and enjoy live music, face painting, and more. Call 396-0593. The year’s last Missoula Farmers’ Market runs 8 AM–1 PM at Circle Square and features local produce, flowers, baked goods, coffee and more in a wonderful social atmosphere. Check out missoulafarmersmarket.com. Arts and crafts and bears, oh my! This year’s last Missoula Saturday Arts & Crafts Market features photography, glass art, jewelry, ceramics, and so much more from local vendors, 9 AM–1 PM at East

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Pine St. Visit missoulasaturdaymarket.org. Take heart; it’s Make a Difference Day, a national service day to bring communities together in the spirit of helping one another. Learn how you can participate at dhc.umt.edu/oce. Sun. 23 Oct. Get savvy in foreign films to improve your dateability at the Montana CINE International Film Festival, which features films on a bevy of important issues, all day long at the Roxy Theatre, 718 S. Higgins Ave. $7/$6 seniors/$5 students/ $ 3 c h i l d r e n 12 a n d u n d e r. Vi s i t wildlifefilms.org. Local writers take over the Top Hat beginning at 5:30 PM during the Second Wind Reading Series, which matches a secondyear MFA student with an established local writer for a night of prose and poetry. See cas.umt.edu/english for the full line-up. Mon. 24 Oct. The early bird gets the classes they want. Registration for the 2012 Spring Semester opens today. continued page 82

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Biga Pizza 241 W. Main Street 728-2579 Biga Pizza offers a modern, downtown dining environment combined with traditional brick oven pizza, calzones, salads, sandwiches, specials and desserts. All dough is made using a “biga” (pronounced bee-ga) which is a time-honored Italian method of bread making. Biga Pizza uses local products, the freshest produce as well as artisan meats and cheeses. Featuring seasonal menus. Lunch and dinner, Mon-Sat. Beer & Wine available. $-$$ Bitter Root Brewing 101 Marcus St., Hamilton 406-363-7468 Bitter Root Brewery is open 7 days a week serving delicious microbrews and tasty hand crafted food. Live music is EVERY Thursday and Saturday from 6-8:30pm. Check out our website at www.BitterRootBrewing.com for upcoming events, menus, and other info to help you “Get Local.” $-$$ Blue Bison Grill 123 W. Front St. 728-1348 There’s a new grill in town! Serving bison burgers, frybread tacos, flatbread sandwiches, delicious wraps, rice dishes, kids’ menu, gluten-free menu and so much more! Open Tues - Sat:11:00 am-10:00 pm.

The Bridge Pizza Corner of S. 4th & S. Higgins 542-0002 A popular local eatery on Missoula’s Hip Strip. Featuring handcrafted artisan brick oven pizza, pasta, sandwiches, soups, & salads made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Missoula’s place for pizza by the slice. A unique selection of regional microbrews and gourmet sodas. Dine-in, drive-thru, & delivery. Open every day 11 to late. $-$$ Burger Shack 1900 Brooks (Holiday Village) 549-2194 Come take a bite out of our 1/2pound big & beefy burgers. The only burger joint in Missoula and the Bitterroot serving 100% Certified Angus Beef, hand pattied, charbroiled and made to order. We have over a dozen mouth-watering specialty burgers to choose from, like the Inside Out, stuffed with creamy gorgonzola cheese and fresh chopped bacon. Or the Philly Cheesesteak made with 100% Certified Angus top sirloin - touted to be the best outside of Philly! It’s not just a burger, it’s a destination. The Burger Shack is open Monday - Saturday, 11:00am to 8:00pm. Orders to go. $-$$ Butterfly Herbs 232 N. Higgins • 728-8780 Celebrating 39 years of great coffees a n d t e a s . Tr u l y t h e “ e s s e n c e o f

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222 West Main, Missoula 406/549-9903

VOTED MISSOULA’S BEST FRENCH FRIES & BEST BURGER FINALIST 820 E. BROADWAY

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Missoula.” Offering fresh coffees, teas (Evening in Missoula), bulk spices and botanicals, fine toiletries & gifts. Our cafe features homemade soups, fresh salads, and coffee ice cream specialties. In the heart of historic downtown, we are Missoula’s first and favorite Espresso Bar. Open 7 Days. $ Dark Horse & Sunrise Saloon 1100 block of Strand 728-1559 Every day is a great day at the Sunrise Saloon! Enjoy two happy hours daily, plus daily drink specials. Wednesday is ladies’ night. Missoula’s only dedicated country bar with live country music Thursday - Saturday. Play our liberal machines while enjoying great entertainment and friendly service. 21+ only. Open daily 8 a.m. - 2:00 a.m. Doc’s Gourmet Sandwiches 214 N. Higgins Ave. 542-7414 Doc’s is an extremely popular gathering spot for diners who appreciate the great ambiance, personal service and generous sandwiches made with the freshest ingredients. Whether you’re heading out for a power lunch, meeting friends or family or just grabbing a quick takeout, Doc’s is always an excellent choice. Delivery service within a 3-mile radius.

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Double Front Chicken 122 W. Alder Downtown Missoula 543-6264 Chicken dinners are our specialty! Always fresh, never frozen. Cooked to order. Our recipe has not changed in over 40 yrs. Don’t forget our seafood & grilled specialties. Our downstairs lounge offers a full beverage bar along with pool, music, & gaming. Come find out why we are still the Best Chicken establishment in Western Montana. Call ahead to eat in or takeout/remember “The Best Takes A Little Longer!” FIVE GUYS Burgers & Fries 820 E. Broadway 830-3262 Five Guys gives you exactly what our name suggests: burgers and fries. Burger-lovers come here for the best burgers and fries in town. If you have a hankering for an amazing burger and worldclass French fries, Five Guys is your place. www.fiveguys.com. $-$$ Flippers 125 S. 3rd West 721-4895 Flippers is the Hip Strip’s only Bar and Casino. Stop by and enjoy friendly staff, a local atmosphere, and try your luck on our machines. Also, enjoy our twelve domestic and micro beers on tap along with a delicious burger! We are

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open 8 am. to 2 am., seven days a week. “See you on the Flippside!” Food For Thought 540 Daly Ave. • 721-6033 Missoula’s Original Coffeehouse/Cafe located across from the U of M campus. Serving breakfast and lunch seven days a week. Also serving cold sandwiches, soups, salads, with baked goods and an espresso bar till close. WE DELIVER on Campus & to the area between Beckwith, Higgins & 5th Street. Open Monday-Friday 7am-3pm and Saturday & Sunday 8am-3pm. $-$$ Grizzly Liquor 110 W Spruce St. 549-7723 Missoula’s Tailgate Headquarters. We carry all of the spirits & accessories to make your tailgate party a success! Largest selection in Montana. Special baskets for any occasion: events, parties, promotions, benefits, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, employee thank you’s.... Create your own theme and we can create the right basket for your occasion. Open M-F 9-6:30, Sat 9-6. www.grizzlyliquor.com. Jimmy John’s 420 N. Higgins Ave. 542-1100 Jimmy John’s - America’s Favorite Sandwich Delivery Guys! Unlike any other sub shop, Jimmy John’s is all about the freshest

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ingredients and fastest service. Freaky Fast, Freaky Good - that’s Jimmy John’s. Order online, call for delivery or visit us on Higgins. jimmyjohns.com. $-$$ The Old Post 103 W. Spruce • 721-7399 The Old Post offers outstanding food, tempting beer and spirits, excellent service, and an upbeat atmosphere. Weeknight happy hour specials include 25¢ Chicken Wings and $3 Big Sky drafts! Free live music most Thursdays and every First Friday night. Best brunch in town is served on Sat. & Sun., 9 am - 3 pm. Hours: 11 am to 2 am Monday - Friday, and 9 am to 2 am Saturday and Sunday. oldpostpub.com. Oil & Vinegar Southgate Mall • 549-7800 Mon.-Sat. 10:00 am-9:00 pm Sun. 11:00 am-6:00 pm. With a visit to Oil & Vinegar, you will discover an international selection of over 40 estate-produced oils & vinegars suspended in glass amphora-shaped containers on a dramatic backlit wall. Guests can sample the varieties and select from various shapes & sizes of bottles to have filled with an “ontap” product of choice. Pearl Café 231 E. Front St. 541-0231 Country French specialties, bison, elk, trout, fresh fish daily, delicious salads and appetizers. Breads and

desserts baked in-house. Three-course bistro menu with wine $30, Tues. Wed. Thurs. nights, November through March. Extensive wine list, 18 wines by the glass, local beers on draft. Reservations recommended for the warm and inviting dining areas. Go to our website Pearlcafe.us to check out nightly specials and bistro menus, make reservations or buy gift certificates. Open Mon-Sat at 5:00. $$-$$$ Philly West 134 W. Broadway 493-6204 For an East-coast taste of pizza, stromboli, hoagies, salads, and pasta dishes and CHEESESTEAKS, try Philly West. A taste of the great “fightin’ city of Philadelphia” can be enjoyed Monday - Saturday for lunch and dinner and late on weekends. We create our marinara, meatballs, dough and sauces in-house so if “youse wanna eat,” come to 134 W. Broadway. Red Bird 111 N. Higgins 549-2906 A hidden culinary treasure nestled in the historic Florence Building. The Wine Bar offers casual dining with over 25 wines by the glass & an extensive beer menu with live music on Mondays. The Restaurant offers intimate evening dining showcasing local ingredients and transforming them into edible artwork. Wine Bar Monday-Saturday 5-10:30; Restaurant TuesdaySaturday 5-9:30. redbirdrestaurant.com. $$-$$$

Red’s Bar 127 Ryman • 728-9881 Home of “Dead Pecker Row,” DPR Inc. Red’s has a huge sports memorabilia collection including the largest football helmet collection in the state as well as two full-service bars, 11 plasma TV’s, kenopoker games, a new pool table and “Big Buck Hunter” to accommodate our patrons. Come on down and support your favorite team with your friends, family, & acquaintances. Come on down and have a good time at Red’s Bar, Missoula’s Sports Bar since 1952. www.redsbar.net. The Reno Casino Bar & Restaurant 3650 Hwy 200 E. 728-9924 Full-service restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner any time. Karoke Friday and Saturday nights at 9 p.m. 3 pool tables! Monday - $1.00 Domestic Draft Beer after 6:30 p.m. Tuesday - 1/2 price appetizers after 6:30 p.m. Wednesday - Ladies’ night $1.50 Sangria after 6:30 p.m. Thursday - Free pool all day. Just minutes from the University of Montana in East Missoula. River Rising Bakery 337 Main St., Hamilton 363-4552 Hamilton’s newest bakery, deli, and espresso bar. Serving all-butter pastries, delicious and nutritious muffins, cream scones, and delectable desserts. Or choose from our selection of homemade soups,

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Innovative & Traditional featuring: organic montana flour fresh, local ingredients seasonal menus artisan meats and cheeses on-site beer & wine Open for lunch Monday through Friday; for dinner, Monday through Saturday

BUTTERFLY HERBS THE ESSENCE OF MISSOULA

COFFEE • TEAS • HERBS • SPICES • UNUSUAL GIFTS

COFFEE HOUSE ESPRESSO • ICE CREAM • SANDWICHES SALADS AND SOUPS

241 W. Main Street 728-2579

232 NORTH HIGGINS AVENUE

bigapizza.com

DOWNTOWN MIS SOULA • 728-8780

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salads, and sandwiches found nowhere else. Open 6:30am-5:30pm Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm Saturday, 8:00am-2:00pm Sunday. Weekday local business lunch delivery available 9:00am-1:00pm. $-$$ Sapore 424 N. Higgins • 542-6695 Voted best new restaurant in the Missoula Independent ’s Best of Missoula, 2011. Serving progressive American food consisting of fresh house-made pastas every day, pizza etc. Fresh fish delivered from Taste of Alaska, and local beef! Open Tues.-Sun. 5 pm-10:30 pm and for brunch Sat. and Sun. 10am-3pm. The Shack Restaurant & Catering 222 West Main 549-9903 Voted Best Breakfast in Missoula again and again, a Missoula favorite since 1949. Extended summer hours all day from the time the rooster crows til the cows come home. TuesdaySunday 7am - 9pm, Monday 7am-3pm. Fine wine & beer selection, weekly specials. Sidewalk dining in good weather. See our complete breakfast, lunch and dinner menu online at www.theshackcafe.com. Not Just Sushi Corner of Pine & Higgins 549-7979 Sushi Hana Downtown offers a new idea for your dining experience. Meat, poultry, vegetables and grain are

a large part of Japanese cuisine. We also love our fried comfort food. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Corner of Pine & Higgins. $$–$$$ Taco Del Sol 422 N. Higgins • 327-8929 Stop in when you’re in the neighborhood. We’ll do our best to treat you right. Home of the Famous Fish Taco. Crowned Missoula’s best budget lunch. Mon-Sat. 11-10 Sun. 12-9. Taco John’s 623 W. Broadway 2600 S. Reserve West-Mex® is about fresh taste and BOLD flavors. Taco John’s recipes make you smile and yell “OLÉ.” We combine hearty helpings of seasoned meats, crispy Potato Olés®, and flavorful cheeses with fresh-made Mexican specialties like burritos, tacos, and quesadillas. All topped off with bold sauces, spices and salsas. You’ll find West-Mex® cooking makes for an unbeatably satisfying meal. Ten Spoon Vineyard + Winery 4175 Rattlesnake Dr. 549-8703 Award-winning Made-in-Montana organic wines – no added sulfites. Tasting hours: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 5pm-9pm. Soak in the harvest sunshine with a view of the vineyard, or cozy up with a glass of wine inside the winery. Wine sold by the

flight or glass. Bottles sold to take home or to ship to friends and relatives. tenspoon.com. $$ Uptown Diner 120 N. Higgins • 542-2449 Step into the past at this ‘50s style downtown diner. Breakfast is served all day. Daily lunch specials. All soups, including our famous Tomato Soup, are made from scratch. Voted best milkshakes in Missoula for 15 straight years. Great food, great service, great fun!! Sun - Wed 8-3pm, Thurs - Sat 8-8pm $-$$ YoWaffle Yogurt 216 W. Main St. (Between Thai Spicy and The Shack) 543-6072 YoWaffle is a self-serve frozen yogurt and Belgian waffle eatery that offers 10 continuously changing flavors of yogurt, over 60 toppings, as well as gluten-free cones and waffles, coffee and a selection of cold beverages. Indoor and outdoor seating. Free WiFi and frequent shopper punch cards. Build it your “weigh” at 42 cents per oz. for most items. Open 7 days a week. Sun-Thurs 11 am to 11 pm, Fri 11 am to 12 am, Sat 10 am to 12 am. Facebook. www.yowaffleyogurt.com. $-$$

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Keeping Missoula's Histor y A l i v e ! The Museum was established in 1975, to collect, preserve and interpret the history of Missoula, Fort Missoula, the history of forest management, and the wood products’ industry in western Montana. Located on 32 acres at the core of historic Fort Missoula (1877-1947) the Museum has over 29,000 objects & 13 historic structures

SPECIAL EXHIBITS: When the Mountains Roared: The Fire of 1910 • open through 2011 United We Will Win: Poster Art from World War II • opening Spring 2012

Historical Museum at Fort Missoula Building 322 – Fort Missoula Call 406-728-3476 for special needs or more info

fortmissoulamuseum.org Accredited by the american Association of Museums

Dakota House • 532-8949

Thu. 27 Oct. Talk it out at the 6 annual Day of Dialogue, an all-day campus-wide series of events focused on topics of diversity. Learn more at umt.edu/dod. th

Head over to the Montana Theatre PAR/TV Center on the UM campus at 7 PM for a lecture and book signing by Michael and Elizabeth M. Norman. The authors will sign copies of Tears in the Darkness: The Story of the Bataan Death March and Its Aftermath. Free. Visit umt.edu/montanamuseum. Shake those ants out of your pants at the Bandlander for Prehab, a dance party this and every Thu., with sets of hip hop and electronic music from local DJs Vyces, Chris Moon and James Two, plus $1 wells and $1 Pabst from 9 PM to midnight, beginning at 9 PM. $2. Kill all scenesters, metaphorically, at the Dead Hipster

Stephens House • 532-8947

Teen Recovery Center 532-8952 1467 Hayes Dr

Child-Family Mental Health 532-9790 1305 Wyoming St

Western Montana Addiction Services - Ravalli 532-9140 209 N 10th St, Ste C, Hamilton

Adult Mental Health 532-9700 1315 Wyoming St

SHARE House 532-9830 1335 Wyoming St

Western Montana Addiction Services - Lake 883-7310 802 Main St, Ste C, Polson

PACT Program 532-9920 1315 Wyoming St

Turning Point 532-9800 1325 Wyoming St

Riverfront Counseling & Support 532-9101 209 N 10th St, Ste A, Hamilton

Administration 543-8400 T-9 Ft. Missoula Rd

Settle in for some homegrown tunes at the Badlander’s Live and Local Night, which showcases different local acts each week, starting at 10 PM. Free.

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Dance Party every Thu. starting at 10 PM at Sean Kelly’s, and oh lordy, there are $1 well drinks until midnight. $3. Check out deadhipster.com. Fri. 28 Oct. Oboes rule the night as part of the Faculty and Guest Artist Series, which features Jennifer Gookin Cavanaugh at 7:30 PM at UM’s Music Recital Hall. $10/$5 students and seniors. Visit umt.edu/music. Let’s do the time warp again! The Rocky Horror Picture Show takes center stage at the Wilma Theatre for four shows tonight and tomorrow at 8 PM and midnight. 18+ only please. Call 728-2521 for show info. For those looking for an awesome place to dance, support local music and generally get your drink on, look no further than Union Club, this and every Fri. night beginning at 9 PM. Free. Sat. 29 Oct. Catch the Griz football team as they battle Weber State, 1 PM at Washington- Grizzly Stadium. Go to gogriz.com. Sun. 30 Oct. Local writers take over the Top Hat beginning at 5:30 PM during the Second Wind Reading Series, which matches a second-year MFA student with an established local writer for a night of heartbreaking

Graham Home, Carole • 549- 8309 Superior • 532-9150 405 Brooklyn Ave Thompson Falls 532-9190 704 Maiden Ln Ronan • 532-9170 8 2nd Ave SW Polson • 883-3556 1105 1st St E

Let’s do the time warp again! The Rocky Horror Picture Show takes center stage at the Wilma Theatre for four shows at 8 PM and midnight, Fri. Oct. 28–Sat. Oct 29. 18+ only please. Call 728-2521 for show details.

prose and poetry. See cas.umt. edu/english for the full line-up. Tue. 1 Nov. …Or whichever comes first. It’s opening night for the UM School of Theatre & Dance’s production of Grace, or the Art of Climbing at 7:30 PM. The show runs Nov. 1–5 and 8–12 at the Montana Theatre PAR/TV Center. $16/$14 seniors & students/$10 children 12 and under. Visit umtheatre dance.org. Settle in for some homegrown tunes at the Badlander’s Live and Local Night, which showcases different local acts each week, starting at 10 PM. Free. Thu. 3 Nov. Shake those ants out of your pants at the Bandlander for Prehab, a dance party this and every Thu., with sets of hip hop and electronic music from local DJs Vyces, Chris Moon and James Two, plus $1 wells and $1 Pabst from 9 PM to midnight, beginning at 9 PM. $2. Kill all scenesters, metaphorically, at the Dead Hipster

Dance Party every Thu. starting at 10 PM at Sean Kelly’s, and oh lordy, there are $1 well drinks until midnight. $3. Check out deadhipster.com. Fri. 4 Nov. The streets of downtown are littered with art, plus plenty of free wine and cheese on the first Fri. of every month during Missoula’s First Friday art gallery walk, which generally runs from 5–8 PM at various galleries and downtown businesses. For those looking for an awesome place to dance, support local music and generally get your drink on, look no further than Union Club, this and every Fri. night at 9 PM. Free. Sat. 5 Nov. Never miss an opportunity to beat your rival college at something. “Can the Cats” Food Drive Competition pits UM against MSU. Food will be collected on campus and around Missoula from today until Nov. 19. Direct queries to the UM Office for Civic Engagement at 243-4442. Fresh Facts 2011

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Catch the Griz football team as they battle Western Oregon, noon at Washington-Grizzly Stadium. Go to gogriz.com. Learn Americanized versions of European country dances at the Town & Gown Dance, hosted by the UM Student Chapter of the Missoula Folklore Society. There will be live music by Sleeping Child String Band. Beginners workshop is at 7:30 PM and the dance is 8–11 PM in the University Center Ballroom. “Dance” on over to missoulafolk.org. Sun. 6 Nov. Local writers take over the Top Hat beginning at 5:30 PM during the Second Wind Reading Series, which matches a second-year MFA student with an established local writer for a night of heartbreaking prose and poetry. See cas.umt.edu/english for the full line-up. Tues. 8 Nov. Settle in for some homegrown tunes at the

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Badlander’s Live and Local Night, which showcases different local acts each week, starting at 10 PM. Free. Wed. 9 Nov. Show your school spirit in the most dramatic way imaginable at the Griz-Cat Red Cross Blood Drive, where we see who between UM and Montana State University can donate the most blood, both today and tomorrow from 10 AM–4 PM at the James E. Todd Building on the UM campus. Walk-ins are welcome, or enter the code “gogriz” at redcross.org to schedule an appointment. Thu. 10 Nov. Join in the sorrow and whatnot at War Poetry: Poetry is in the Pity, presented by Lisa Simon, UM assistant professor of English, 5:15 PM at the Montana Theatre PAR/TV Center. Visit umt.edu/montana museum. Free. Take in some Christian rock when Seventh Day Slumber plays the Wilma Theatre at 7

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PM. Tickets are free and available at the Garden of Read’n for the first 1,000 people. Shake those ants out of your pants at the Bandlander for Prehab, a dance party this and every Thu., with sets of hip hop and electronic music from local DJs Vyces, Chris Moon and James Two, plus $1 wells and $1 Pabst from 9 PM to midnight, beginning at 9 PM. $2. Kill all scenesters, metaphorically, at the Dead Hipster Dance Party every Thu. starting at 10 PM at Sean Kelly’s, and oh lordy, there are $1 well drinks until midnight. $3. Check out deadhipster.com. Fri. 11 Nov. It’s Veterans Day; the UM campus is closed. Take the time to remember the fallen. For those looking for an awesome place to dance, support local music and generally get your drink on, look no further than Union Club, this and every Fri. night beginning at 9 PM. Free. continued on page 89

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Best Local Band 1. Tom Catmull and the Clerics tomcatmull.com

2. Secret Powers:

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820 E. Broadway; 830-3262; fiveguys.com

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501 N. Higgins; 728-8866; ironhorsebrewpub.com

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Best Local Musician 1. Tom Catmull

3. Hoagieville

Multiple Locations; 543-5265; hoagieville.com

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2. Shane Clouse shaneclouse.com

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Best Hamburger 1. Missoula Club 139 W. Main St; 728-3740

3. Bob Wire

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Best Local Photographer 1. Chad Harder

chadharderphotography.com

2. Mike Williams

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3. Cathy Deschamps

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Best Local Writer 1. James Lee Burke 2. David James Duncan 3. Andy Smetanka Best Movie Theater 1. Wilma Theatre 131 S. Higgins; 728-2521; thewilma.com

2. Carmike 10

3640 Mullan Rd; 541-7467; carmike.com

3. Village 6

3804 S. Reserve; 251-4140; mrmovietimes.com

Best Local Actor 1. Reid Reimers 2. Howard Kingston 3. Jeff Medley Best Local Actress 1. Robin Rose 2. Alicia Bullock Muth 3. Salina Chatlain Best Local Artist 1. Monte Dolack dolack.com

2. Courtney Blazon courtneyblazon.com

3. Kendahl Jann Jubb kendahljanjubb.com

Best Art Gallery 1. Dana Gallery 246 N. Higgins Ave; 721-3154; danagallery.com

2. Monte Dolack 139 W. Front; 549-3248; dolack.com

2. Five Guys Burgers & Fries Best Breakfast 1. The Shack 2. Hob Nob

923 N. Orange St.; 721-2170

2805 N. Reserve; 721-4577; fuddruckers.com

Best TV Newscast 1. KPAX 2. KECI 3. KTMF

3. Paul’s Pancake Parlor

Best Delicatessen 1. Worden’s Market and Deli

Best Fresh Produce 1. Good Food Store

Best TV Personality 1. Jill Valley, KPAX 2. Hasalyn Harris, KECI 3. Heidi Meili, KECI

428 N. Higgins; 549-3589

Best Meteorologist 1. Mark Heyka, KECI 2. Russ Thomas, KPAX 3. Brooke Foster, KECI Best Journalist 1. Skylar Browning 2. Matthew Frank 3. Jamie Kelly Best Radio Personality 1. Tracy Lopez 2. Danny D! 3. Aaron Traylor Best Radio Station 1. KBGA, 89.9 FM

2305 Brooks St.; 728-9071

Best Bar Food 1. Dinosaur Café at Charlie B’s 2. Iron Horse

501 N. Higgins; 728-8866

3. James Bar

127 W. Alder St.; 721-8158

Best Budget Lunch 1. Taco del So Multiple Locations; 327-8929; tacodelsol.com

2. The Bridge

600 S. Higgins; 542-0002; bridgepizza.com

3. Taco Sano

115 1/2 S. 4th St. W.; 541-7570; tacosano.net

Best Place to Eat Alone 1. Taco del Sol

2. Trail, 103.3 FM

2. The Bridge

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Best Local Website 1. missoulaevents.net 2. makeitmissoula.com 3. missoulanews.com Best Local Blog 1. 4&20 blackbirds

4and20blackbirds.wordpress.com

2. Dig This Chick

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Best Local Dancer 1. Heather Adams Torma 2. Kelli Neumeyer 3. Lee McAfee

Best UM Professor 1. Garry Kerr 2. “G Whiz” (Garon Smith) 3. TIE: Scott Douglas Paul Lauren

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Best Activist 1. Ellie Hill 2. Jamee Greer 3. Bryce Bennett

531 S. Higgins; 541-4622

Multiple Locations; 327-8929; tacodelsol.com

3. Alone in a Forest

Best Local Politician 1. Mayor John Engen 2. Ellie Hill 3. Bryce Bennett

222 W. Main St.; 549-9903

kbga.com

3. Missoula Art Museum 335 N. Pattee St; 728-0447; missoulaartmuseum.org

820 E. Broadway; 830-3262; fiveguys.com

Best Local Sports Figure 1. Marc Mariani 2. Chase Reynolds 3. Monte the Bear

aloneinaforest.com

600 S. Higgins; 542-0002; bridgepizza.com

3. Good Food Store 1600 S. 3rd St. W; 541-3663; goodfoodstore.com

Best Asian Food 1. Sa Wad Dee 221 W. Broadway; 543-9966; sawaddeedowntown.com

2. Iza

529 S. Higgins; 830-3237; izarestaurant.com

3. Mustard Seed

190 S. 3. St. W; 728-1358; bernicesbakerymt.com

2. Le Petit Outre

129 S. 4th St. W; 543-3311; lepetitoutre.com

3. Black Cat

2000 W. Broadway; 542-9043; facebook.com/BlackCatBakeShop#

447 Hill St.; 721-2679

451 N. Higgins; 549-1293; wordens.com

Multiple Locations; 541-4541; liquidplanet.com

Best Convenience Store 1. Holiday on Higgins 605 S. Higgins; 721-6911

Downtown/Seasonal;

3. Orange Street Food Farm

3. Good Food Store

701 S. Orange; 543-3188; orangestreetfoodfarm.com

1600 S. 3rd St. W; 541-3663; goodfoodstore.com

Best Retail Wine Selection 1. Worden’s Market and Deli 451 N. Higgins; 549-1293; wordens.com

3. Sa Wad Dee

221 W. Broadway; 543-9966; sawaddeedowntown.com

3. Good Food Store 1600 S. 3rd St. W; 541-3663; goodfoodstore.com

Best Retail Beer Selection 1. Worden’s Market and Deli 451 N. Higgins; 549-1293; wordens.com

3. Biga Pizza

241 W. Main St.; 728-2579; bigapizza.com

3. TIE: CVS

Best Supermarket 1. Good Food Store

1914 Brooks St.; 728-1380; cvs.com

1600 S. 3rd St. W; 541-3663; goodfoodstore.com

Good Food Store

1600 S. 3rd St. W.; 541-3663; goodfoodstore.com

2. Orange Street Food Farm 701 S. Orange St.; 543-3188; orangestreetfoodfarm.com

Best Desserts 1. Mustard Seed

3. Rosauers

542-7333; mustardseedweb.com

2350 S. Reserve; 721-5430; rosauers.com

2. Bernice’s Bakery

Best Ice Cream 1. Big Dipper

3. Sapore

631 S. Higgins; 543-5722; bigdippericecream.com

2. Dairy Queen

Best FamilyFriendly Restaurant 1. The Montana Club

3. Perkins

2275 N. Reserve; 543-3330; perkinsrestaurants.com

1600 S. 3rd St. W; 541-3663; goodfoodstore.com

501 N. Higgins; 728-8866; ironhorsebrewpub.com

701 S. Orange St.; 543-3188; orangestreetfoodfarm.com

Southgate Mall; 830-3170; redrobin.com

Best Salad 1. Good Food Store 2. Iron Horse Brew Pub

2. Orange Street Food Farm

2. Red Robin

1600 S. 3rd St. W; 541-3663; goodfoodstore.com 529 S. Higgins; 830-3237; izarestaurant.com

1914 Brooks St.; 728-1380; cvs.com

Multiple Locations; 541-8141; montanaclub.com

Best Vegetarian Food 1. Good Food Store 2. Iza

2. CVS

424 N. Higgins; 542-6695; missoulasapore.com

3. Liquid Planet

2. Farmers’ Markets

1433 S. Higgins; 830-3049

Best Coffee 1. Butterfly Herbs

Multiple Locations; 728-0833; loosecaboosemissoula.com

1600 S. 3rd St. W; 541-3663; goodfoodstore.com

2. Tagliare Delicatessen

190 S. 3rd St. W; 728-1358; bernicesbakerymt.com

232 N. Higgins; 728-8780; butterflyherbs.com

3. Fuddruckers

3. Ole’s on Orange

Southgate Mall; 542-7333; mustardseedweb.com

2. Loose Caboose Best Bakery 1. Bernice’s Bakery

2. Grizzly Grocery

Multiple Locations; 549-6075; dairyqueen.com

3. Cold Stone Creamery 3275 N. Reserve; 549-5595; coldstonecreamery.com

Best Liquor Store 1. Grizzly Liquor 110 W. Spruce; 549-7723

2. Krisco Liquor

1300 S. Reserve, Suite E; 549-7242

3. Diamond Jim’s Multiple Locations; 829-9898

Fresh Facts 2011

Missoula Independent

Best Mexican Food 1. El Cazador

2. Pearl Café and Bakery

2. Fiesta En Jalisco

3. Silk Road

101 S. Higgins; 728-3657

Multiple Locations; 728-1323

3. El Diablo

1426 S. Higgins; 728-9529

Best Milkshake 1. Uptown Diner 120 N. Higgins; 542-2449

2. Big Dipper

631 S. Higgins; 543-5722; bigdippericecream.com

3. Butterfly Herbs 232 N. Higgins; 728-8780; butterflyherbs.com

Best New Restaurant 1. Sapore

231 E. Front Street; 541-0231; pearlcafe.us

515 S. Higgins; 541-0752; silkroadcatering.com

Best Pizza 1. Biga Pizza 241 W. Main St; 728-2579; bigapizza.com

2. The Bridge

600 S. Higgins; 542-0002; bridgepizza.com

3. MacKenzie River Pizza Company

Best Coffee Hut 1. Loose Caboose Multiple locations; 728-0833; loosecaboosemissoula.com Multiple Locations; 546-3538; florencecoffeeco.com

3. Ooh La Latte

1515 Dearborn Ave.; 541-6645

Best Barista 1. Kerri Eversole Loose Caboose

2. Lisena Brown Le Petit Outre

3. Old Post

103 W. Spruce St.; 721-7399; oldpostpub.com

Best Restaurant 1. Red Bird 111 N. Higgins, Suite 100; 549-2906; redbirdrestaurant.com

2. Pearl Café and Bakery 231 E. Front St.; 541-0231; pearlcafe.us

3. Silk Road

515 S. Higgins; 541-0752; silkroadcatering.com

Best Restaurant Service 1. Red Bird 111 N. Higgins, Suite 100; 549-2906; redbirdrestaurant.com

2. Pearl Café and Bakery 231 E. Front Street; 541-0231; pearlcafe.us

515 S. Higgins; 541-0752; silkroadcatering.com

Best Restaurant Wine List 1. Red Bird 111 N. Higgins, Suite 100; 549-2906; redbirdrestaurant.com 515 S. Higgins; 541-0752; silkroadcatering.com

3. Pearl Café and Bakery 231 E. Front Street; 541-0231; pearlcafe.us

Best Romantic Dining 1. Red Bird 111 N. Higgins, Suite 100; 549-2906; redbirdrestaurant.com

2109 1/2 Strand; 549-7472

NIGHTLIFE

2. Circle Square Second Hand Store

Best Bar 1. James Bar

2. Dead Hipster deadhipster.com

519 N. Higgins; 549-3512; 2ndhand.com

3. DJ Coma

3. Curiosity Shop

Best Bartender 1. Greta Garr, Top Hat 2. Al Pils, Kettlehouse 3. Claude Alick, The Golden Rose

Best Big Box Store 1. Target

Biga Pizza

2. Abe Risho

127 W. Alder; 721-8158

Silk Road

600 S. Higgins; 542-0002; bridgepizza.com

2. Zimorino’s

1250 W. Broadway; 541-7437

3. Pizza Hut

Multiple Locations; 721-0149; pizzahut.com

Best Sandwich 1. Doc’s Gourmet Sandwich Shop 214 N. Higgins; 542-7414; docsgourmet.com

2. Tagliare Delicatessen 1433 S. Higgins; 830-3049

3. Worden’s Market & Deli 451 N. Higgins; 549-1293; wordens.com

Best Seafood 1. Sushi Hana 403 N. Higgins; 549-7979; sushihanamissoula.com

2. Nara Korean BBQ

3075 N. Reserve St.; 327-0731

3. Finn & Porter

100 Madison St.; 728-3100; finnandporter.com

Best Waiter/Waitress 1. Beau Wurster Sushi Hana

2. Zach Radford Red Bird Red Bird

Best Steak 1. Lolo Creek Steakhouse 6600 Hwy. 12 W; 273-2622; lolocreeksteakhouse.com

2. The Depot

201 Railroad St. W; 728-7007

3. Montana Club

2. Silk Road

3. Harry David's

Best Bar DJ 1. Kris Moon

3. Tom Catmull

3. Silk Road

3. Adams Auto

245 W. Main St.; 728-7749

711 E. Broadway; 549-7504

Best Chef 1. Bob Marshall

3. The Rhino

501 N. Higgins; 728-8866; ironhorsebrewpub.com

2. VFW Club

Best Antiques 1. Montana Antique Mall

Best Pizza Delivery 1. The Bridge

2. Iron Horse Brew Pub

2. Hellgate Conoco Services Center

2700 Paxson St.; 531-7800; harrydavidsbar.com

2. Tamarack Brewing Company

100 Madison St; 542-4660; finnandporter.com/missoula

127 S. 4th St. W; 728-1747

1615 Wyoming; 721-5263; missoulabowling.com

Loose Caboose

2. Charlie B’s

Best Outdoor Dining 1. Finn & Porter

Best Auto Repair 1. Kent Bros.

GOODS & SERVICES

3. Kyla Keller

Pearl Café and Bakery

420 N. Higgins; 721-3410

Best Karaoke Bar 1. Bowl Dog Lounge & Casino at Westside Lanes

123 W. Broadway; 549-4949

Multiple Locations; 721-0077; mackenzieriverpizza.com

3. Pearl Cash

3. Vietnam Grill

3. The Golden Rose

2. Florence Coffee

424 N. Higgins; 542-6695; missoulasapore.com

231 W. Front St.; 830-3113; tamarackbrewing.com

Best Local Brew 1. Cold Smoke Scotch Ale 2. Kettlehouse Double Haul 3. Big Sky Summer Honey

Multiple Locations; 541-8141; montanaclub.com

Best Caterer 1. Two Sisters 111 N. Higgins; 549-3005; twosistersofmontana.com

2. Bravo

224 N. Higgins; 541-4900; bravocatering.net

3. Silk Road

515 S. Higgins; 541-0752; silkroadcatering.com

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Fresh Facts 2011

428 N. Higgins; 549-3589 158 Ryman St.; 721-6061

Best Bar for a Stiff Pour 1. Al’s & Vic’s 119 W. Alder; 728-4804

2. Charlie B’s

428 N. Higgins; 549-3589

3. Old Post

103 W. Spruce St.; 721-7399

Best Beer Selection 1. The Rhino 158 Ryman; 721-6061

2. Iron Horse

501 N. Higgins; 728-8866

3. Old Post

103 W. Spruce St.; 721-7399

Best Bloody Mary 1. The Last Run Inn, Snowbowl 549-9777

2. Old Post

103 W. Spruce St.; 721-7399

3. The Rhino

158 Ryman St.; 721-6061

Best Casino 1. Silver Slipper Lounge & Casino

krismoon.com.

reverbnation.com/djcoma

Best Place to Hear Live Music 1. Top Hat 134 W. Front St.; 728-9865

Best Happy Hour 1. Jakers 3515 Brooks St.; 721-1312; jakers.com

Best Martini 1. Finn & Porter Doubletree Edgewater; 100 Madison St; 542-4660

2. James Bar

127 W. Alder St.; 721-8158

3. The Badlander

147 W. Broadway; 542-5295

2. Union Club

208 E. Main St., #2; 728-7980

3. Top Hat

835 E. Broadway; 721-1212; pressboxsportsbar.com

2. Red’s Bar

217 Ryman St.; 728-9881; redsbar.net

Kettlehouse Brewery 602 Myrtle St; 728-1660; kettlehouse.com

3. Desperado

2. Bayern Brewing

Best Poker Game 1. Stockman’s

1507 Montana St.; 721-1482; bayernbrewery.com

3. Big Sky Brewing

5417 Trumpeter Way; 549-2777; bigskybrew.com

220 N. Higgins; 721-2881; factandfictionbooks.com

Best Camera/Photo Store 1. The Dark Room

600 S. Higgins; 542-0002; bridgepizza.com

Best Sports Bar 1. The Press Box

Best Microbrewery 1. Kettlehouse Brewery

2. Fact & Fiction

3. The Bridge

2. The Badlander 134 W. Front St.; 728-9865

2335 Brooks St.; 728-6342; booksmontana.com

3. Barnes & Noble

Doubletree Edgewater; 100 Madison St.; 542-4660; finnandporter.com/missoula

208 E. Main #2; 728-7980

3. Top Hat

3. Best Buy

2. Finn & Porter

134 W. Front St.; 728-9865

135 W. Broadway; 549-0235

3220 N. Reserve; 721-1535; costco.com

Best Bookstore 1. The Book Exchange

Ryman and Broadway; 549-0235

Best Pool Table 1. The Palace Lounge

Best Place to Dance 1. Union Club

2. Costco

3. The Badlander/Palace Complex

2. Flippers

Multiple Locations; 829-9898

2420 N. Reserve; 543-4000; target.com

2640 N. Reserve; 829-0409; bestbuy.com

208 E. Main St., #2; 728-7980

4063 Hwy. 93 S; 251-5402

3. Diamond Jim’s

1804 North Ave. W. #B; 542-0097

2. Union Club

135 W. Broadway; 549-0235

125 S. 3rd St. W; 721-4895

331 Railroad St. W; 721-5366; montanaantiquemall.com

3101 S. Russell; 549-9651

125 W. Front St.; 549-9668

2. Oxford

337 N. Higgins; 549-0117

2640 N. Reserve; 721-0009; barnesandnoble.com

135 N. Higgins; 549-1070; darkroomofmontana.com

2. Yellowstone Photo 321 N. Higgins; 728-7637; yellowstonephoto.com

3. Best Buy

2640 N. Reserve; 829-0409; bestbuy.com

Best Car Wash 1. Happy Days 3831 Brooks St.; 251-7009

2. Dazzlers

2610 Radio Way; 728-6262

3. Splash

2050 Cooper St.; 721-3743

Best Computer Repair 1. Computer Central 136 E. Broadway; 542-6540; ccmissoula.com

2. Computer ER

2100 Stephens Ave., #105; 541-2600; computer-er.com

3. Computer Guys

2240 South Ave. W; 542-2800; computerguysmsla.com

Best Dry Cleaner 1. Green Hanger Multiple Locations; 728-1948

2. Missoula Textile

Multiple Locations; 543-5171; missoulatextiles.com

3. Fresh Natural Cleaners 1132 SW Higgins; 542-8100; freshnaturalcleaners.com

Best Laundromat 1. Green Hanger Multiple Locations; 728-1948

2. Sparkle Laundry 812 S. Higgins; 721-5146

3. Mullan Station Laundromat 3420 Mullan Rd.; 721-5989

Best Financial Institution 1. Missoula Federal Credit Union Multiple Locations; 523-3300; missoulafcu.org

2. First Security Bank Multiple Locations; 728-3115; fsbmsla.com

3. First Interstate Bank Multiple Locations; 523-4200; firstinterstatebank.com

Best Florist 1. Bitterroot Flower Shop 811 S. Higgins; 542-0309; bitterrootflowershop.com

2. Habitat Floral Studio 211 N. Higgins; 543-0967; habitatfloralstudio.com

3. Garden City Floral 2510 Spurgin; 543-6627; gardencityfloral.com

Best Furniture Store 1. Wagner’s Home Furnishings 916 SW Higgins; 728-3214; wagnershomefurnishings.com

2. The Living Room

2610 S. Reserve; 721-1340; thelivingroomfurniture.com

3. Furniture Row

3411 N. Reserve; 728-3420; furniturerow.com

Best Green/EcoFriendly Business 1. The Green Light 541-8623; greenlightmt.com

2. Home Resource

1515 Wyoming, Suite 100; 541-8300; homeresource.org

3. Abode

215 E. Main St.; 541-6110; abodesupplyanddesign.com

Best Hardware Store 1. Ace Hardware Multiple Locations; 721-9690; montanaace.com

2. Home Depot

2725 Radio Way; 523-0901; homedepot.com

3. Lowe’s

3100 N. Reserve; 329-1800; lowes.com

Best Hobby/ Craft Shop 1. Treasure Chest 1612 Benton Ave.; 549-7992

2. Michael’s

2850 N. Reserve; 542-0128; michaels.com

3. Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft 1900 Brooks St.; 543-5244; joann.com

Best Lodging 1. Doubletree 100 Madison; 728-3100; doubletree.com

2. C’Mon Inn

2775 Expo Pkwy; 543-4600; cmoninn.com

3. Holiday Inn Downtown at the Park 200 S. Pattee; 721-8550; himissoula.com

Best Home Accessories 1. House Design Studio 133 N. Higgins; 541-6960; housedesignstudio.net

2. Target

2420 N. Reserve; 543-4000; target.com

3. Pier 1 Imports

2800 N. Reserve; 728-3347; pier1.com

Best Used Car Dealer 1. Lyman Motors

2. Mountain West Co-Op/Cenex 4570 N. Reserve; 543-8383; cenexmt.com

2900 S. Reserve; 728-0000; lymanmotors.com

Best New Retail Store 1. Station 26

2. Sunshine Motors

3309 W. Broadway; 728-2626; usedcarsmissoulamt.com

Station 26: 312 N. Higgins; 830-3456

3. Eide Motors

139 E. Main St.; 529-6482; zoocityapparel.bigcartel.com

Best Jewelry 1. Rockin Rudy’s

2. Interstate Pawn

Best Real Estate Agent 1. Mindy Palmer

2. TIE: Barney Jette

3110 S. Reserve; 721-7296

3. Riverside Pawn

1300 Clark Fork Dr.; 728-7296

Prudential Montana; 329-2055; mindypalmer.com

Best Pet Supplies 1. Go Fetch!

2. Anne Jablonski

2. Sears

3. Quality Supply (Now Murdoch’s) 2801 W. Broadway; 549-2355; qualitysupply.com

Best Store for Home Electronics 1. Vann’s

3. Artists’ Shop

218 E. Front, #210; 542-2233; paulryanlaw.com

2. Martin Judnich, Judnich Law Office 2419 Mullan Rd., Ste. B 721-335; judnichlaw.com

3. Milton Datsopoulos, Datsopoulos, MacDonald, Lind P.C. 201 W. Main St.; 728-0810; dmllaw.com

Best Motorcycle/ATV Dealer 1. Montana Harley-Davidson 5106 E. Harrier Dr; 721-2154; mtharley.com

2. Big Sky Motorsports 2315 South Ave. W; 721-5341; bigskymotorsports.com

3. Five Valley Honda Yamaha 5900 US Hwy 93 S; 251-5900; honda.com

Best New Car Dealer 1. Bitterroot Motors 3943 Brooks St.; 251-2525; bitterrootmotors.com

2. Karl Tyler Chevrolet 3663 N. Reserve; 721-2438; karltylerchevrolet.com

3. University Motors 3600 S. Reserve; 866-271-7452; universitymotors.com

211 N. Higgins, #102; 549-5100; studiopandora.com

2. Dillard's

Southgate Mall; 721-3100; dillards.com

3. Smooch Cosmetic Boutique

309 N. Higgins; 543-6393; missoulaartistsshop.com

Best of Missoula

Best Pet Care/Boarding 1. Dog Logic 6150 Training Dr.; 327-9663; nocagesmontana.com

2. Quick Paws

1720 S. 3rd St. W; 721-1943; quickpaws.net

3. GoFetch!

Multiple Locations; 728-2275; gofetchdog.com

Best Plant Nursery 1. Caras Nursery 2727 S. 3rd St. W; 543-3333; carasnursery.com

2. Pink Grizzly

1400 Wyoming St.; 728-3370

3. Marchie’s

1845 S. 3rd St. W; 542-2544

Best Property Management Company 1. Garden City Property Management 422 Madison St.; 549-6106; gcpm-mt.com

2. Professional Property Management 2685 Palmer St.; 721-8998; professionalproperty.org

3. Bitterroot Property Management 414 W. Broadway; 549-9631; bitterrootmanagement.com

Best Ranch Supply Store 1. Quality Supply (Now Murdoch’s) 2801 W. Broadway; 549-2355; qualitysupply.com

Best Local Cosmetics 1. Skin Chic Southgate Mall; 541-8466; skinchic.com

232 N. Higgins; 728-8780; butterflyherbs.com

2. Best Buy

Best Lawyer 1. Paul Ryan

3. Studio Pandora

239 Blaine; 542-0077; rockinrudys.com

2. Butterfly Herbs

228 N. Higgins; 721-1575; barneyjettejewelry.com 111 N. Higgins; 541-7376

Best Store for Gifts 1. Rockin Rudy’s

3100 N. Reserve; 329-1800; lowes.com

239 Blaine; 542-0077; rockinrudys.com

One Eleven

Windermere; 546-5816; movemontana.com

Prudential Missoula Propertie:s; 728-8270; shannonhilliard.com

2. PetSmart

3. Bella Sauvage

629 Woody St.; 541-9032; bellasauvage.com

3. Shannon Hilliard

3. Lowe’s

Southgate Mall; 541-6648; theonstore.com

216 W. Main St.; #210; 543-0200; cedarcreekspa.com

3. Zoo City Apparel

434 N. Higgins; 542-6606

2850 N. Reserve; 549-9188; petsmart.com

3. The ON Store

2. Cedar Creek

Best Pawn Shop 1. Liquid Assets

301 N. Higgins; 541-8623; greenlightmt.com

3623 Brooks St.; 728-5151; vanns.com

2640 N. Reserve; 829-0409; bestbuy.com

207 E. Main St.; 721-3639; sorellasdayspa.com

2. Green Light (New Location)

Multiple Locations; 728-2275; gofetchdog.com

3623 Brooks St.; 728-5151; vanns.com

Best Local Day Spa 1. Sorella’s Day Spa

3010 S. Reserve; 721-2323; eidemotorsmissoula.com

Best Store for Home Appliances 1. Vann’s

Southgate Mall; 523-3200; sears.com

FASHION

125 E. Main St.; 541-1600

Best CDs and Music 1. Rockin Rudy’s

239 Blaine; 542-0077; rockinrudys.com

Best Kids’ Clothing 1. Blackbird Kid Shop 525 S. Higgins; 543-2899; blackbirdkidshop.blogspot.com

2. Whippersnapper's

2. Ear Candy Music

127 N. Higgins; 728-7400

624 S. Higgins; 542-5029; earcandymusic.nu

3. Kid Crossing

1940 Harve; 829-8808; kidcrossingstores.com

3. Hastings

2501 Brooks St.; 542-1077; gohastings.com

Best Lingerie 1. Victoria’s Secret

Best Store for Musical Instruments 1. Morgenroth Music Centers

Southgate Mall; 721-1811; victoriassecret.com

2. Bella Donna

208 N. Higgins; 549-4000; shopbelladonna.com

1105 W. Sussex; 549-0013; montanamusic.com

2. Electronic Sound & Percussion

3. Adam & Eve

3. Outlaw Music

Best Men’s Clothing 1. Desmonds

819 S. Higgins; 728-1117; espmusic.com

724 Burlington Ave.; 541-7533; outlawmusicguitarshop.com

1401 W. Broadway; 549-4688; adamandevemontana.com

129 N. Higgins; 728-8233; desmondsmt.com

Best Toy Store 1. The Learning Tree

2. Dillard's

Southgate Mall; 721-3100; dillards.com

Southgate Mall; 543-0101; learningtreemontana.com

2. Walking Stick Toys

3. Betty’s Divine

3. Rockin Rudy’s

Best Place to Get a Haircut 1. Boom Swagger

521 S. Higgins; 721-4777; bettysdivine.com

829 S. Higgins; 543-1179; walkingsticktoys.com 237 Blaine; 542-0077; rockinrudys.com

Best Veterinarian 1. Sara Stephens, Alpine 2. Patti Prato, Four Paws 2625 Connery Way; 542-3838

3. Sandy Moore, AnCare 1440 S. Russell; 728-0408

Fresh Facts 2011

204 S. 3rd St. W; 830-3192; boomswaggersalon.blogspot.com

2. Tangles

275 W. Main St.; 728-0343; tanglesmt.com

3. Cutting Crew

220 Ryman St.; 542-2978; missoulacuttingcrew.com

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Best Hairstylist 1. Katt Ahlstrom, Cutting Crew 2. TIE: Carly Jenkins, Boom Swagger Wendell Peterson, Tangles 3. Dana Wheeler, Shear Art Best Shoe Store 1. Hide & Sole 236 N. Higgins; 549-0666; hideandsole.com

2. Dillard's

Southgate Mall; 721-3100; dillards.com

3. The Bootlegger Southgate Mall; 721-3451; theclogstore.com

Best Thrift Store 1. Goodwill 2300 Brooks St. #1; 549-6969; missoulagoodwill.com

2. Secret Seconds

Multiple Locations; 549-1610; ywcaofmissoula.org/secret

3. Bargain Corner

200 S. California St.; 543-4926

Best Tattoo Parlor 1. Painless Steel 1701 S. 5th St. W; 728-1191; painlesssteeltattoo.com

2. American Made 234 W. Front St.; 721-3830; amtattoo.com

3. Altered Skin 103 Brooks St.; 549-8544; alteredskin.com

Best Eyewear 1. Uptown Optical 111 N. Higgins; 327-9988; uptownoptical.com

2. Rocky Mountain Eye Center 700 W. Kent; 541-3937

3. Costco

3. Missoula Bicycle Works 708 S. Higgins; 721-6525; missoulabicycleworks.com

Best Bowling Alley 1. Westside Lanes 1615 Wyoming St.; 721-5263; missoulabowling.com

2. Five Valleys Bowl

1515 Dearborn Ave.; 549-4158; luckystrikebarcasino.com

Best Fly-fishing Shop 1. Kingfisher Fly Shop 926 E. Broadway; 721-6141 kingfisherflyshop.com

2. Grizzly Hackle

215 W. Front St.; 721-8996; grizzlyhackle.com

3. Missoulian Angler Fly Shop 802 S. Higgins; 728-7766; missoulianangler.com

Best Fishing Guide 1. Stacy Jennings (Kingfisher) 370-4027

721-8996

Best Golf Course 1. Larchmont 3200 Fort Missoula Rd.; 721-4416; larchmontgolfcourse.com

Sotto Voce

121 S. Higgins; 829-3480

Best Tanning Salon 1. Brown Sugar Multiple Locations; 541-4441.

2. Rayz of Light

1575 Benton, Suite B; 543-0205; missoulatanning.com

3. Misty's

3101 S. Russell St.; 543-0717; mistystanning.com

SPORTS & RECREATION Best Bike Shop 1. Bike Doctor 1101 Toole Ave.; 721-5357; bikedoctormissoula.com

2. Open Road

3015 Paxon St.; 728-3220; bobwards.com

5000 Blue Mountain Rd.; 251-3344; peakmissoula.com 2105 Bow St.; 728-4410; thewomensclub.com 3000 S. Russell; 721-9622; ymcamissoula.org

Best Place for Paddle Sports Gear 1. The Trail Head 221 E. Front St.; 543-6966; trailheadmontana.net

612 S. Higgins; 721-2437; strongwaterkayak.com

3. TIE: Bob Wards

3015 Paxon St.; 728-3220; bobwards.com

REI

3275 N. Reserve St.; 541-1938; www.rei.com

Best Store for Mountaineering Gear 1. The Trail Head 221 E. Front St.; 543-6966; trailheadmontana.net

2. REI

3275 N. Reserve; 541-1938; www.rei.com

3. Bob Ward & Sons 3015 Paxon St.; 728-3220; bobwards.com

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Fresh Facts 2011

3. Vincent Meng (Meng Dentistry) 2831 Fort Missoula Rd., #204; 543-5647; mtmengs.net/dentist

610 N. California; 721-1646; bluemountainclinic.org

3. Trail Head

221 E. Front St.; 543-6966; trailheadmontana.net

2. Western Montana Clinic 500 W. Broadway; 721-5600; westernmontanaclinic.com

Best Sporting Goods 1. Bob Ward & Sons

3. Cost Care

Multiple Locations; 721-5531; costcare.com

Best Doctor/Health Care Provider 1. Eric Ravitz, Blue Mountain Clinic

3275 N. Reserve; 541-1938; www.rei.com

610 N. California; 721-1646; bluemountainclinic.org

3. Trail Head

221 E. Front St.; 543-6966; trailheadmontana.net

2. Judy Visscher, Western Montana Clinic 500 W. Broadway; 721-5600; westernmontanaclinic.com

Best of Missoula

Best Store for Guns 1. Bob Ward & Sons 3015 Paxon St.; 728-3220; bobwards.com

2. Axmen South

5175 Hwy. 93 S; 251-3399; axguns.com

3. Trader Brothers

16490 Old US Hwy. 93, Florence; 273-6577

HEALTH & WELLNESS Best Alternative Care Provider 1. Douglas Womack (Montana Acupuncture) 901 SW Higgins; 541-2399; montana-acupuncture.com

2. Christine White (Black Bear Naturopathic) 2204 Dixon Ave.; 5422147; blackbearnaturopaths.com

3. Jeffrey Friess (Golgi Clinic) 113 W. Front St., #201; 541-8886; thegolgiclinic.com

Best Chiropractor 1. Anthony Lambert, Lambert Family Practice 320 S. 3rd St. W.; 541-9355; missoulachiropractic.com

2. Scott Matz, Matz Family Chiropractic 1519 S. Resereve; 552-4014; matzfamilychiropractic.com

3. TIE: Jennifer Hoover, Hot House 127 N. Higgins; 529-4091; hothouseyogaonline.com

Brian Baty, Inner Harmony 214 E. Main St., Suite B; 58111-4093; yogainmissoula.com

Best Physical Therapist 1. Rob Gillespie, Axis Physical Therapy 420 N Higgins Ave #B; 542-3333; axispt.org

2. Linsey Olsen, Alpine

5000 Blue Mountain Rd.; 2825 Stockyard Rd; 251-2323; alpineptmissoula.com

3. Angela Listug-Vap, Alpine

5000 Blue Mountain Rd.; 2825 Stockyard Rd.; 251-2323; alpineptmissoula.com

Best Personal Trainer 1. Laura Bender

113 W. Main St.; 728-4395; bodiesbybender.com

2. Kimberly Agnew, PhyZique 2615 Connery Way; 541-3481

3. Tom Mackenroth, Peak

5000 Blue Mountain Rd.; 251-3344; peakmissoula.com

UNIQUELY MISSOULA Best Church Choir 1. St. Francis Xavier Parish 2. Holy Spirit Episcopal Church Choir 3. St. Paul

3. Lisa Lovejoy, Western Montana Clinic

Best Festival/Event 1. Garden City BrewFest 2. River City Roots Festival 3. Farmers’ Markets

Best Medical Marijuana Caregiver 1. Zoo Mountain Natural Care 2. Sweetwater 3. GreenHeart Caregivers

Best Msla Character 1. Monte 2. Dancing Couple 3. John Engen

500 W. Broadway; 721-5600; westernmontanaclinic.com

1268 Bandmann Trail; 721-0222; canyonrivergolfclub.com

Best Health Club 1. The Peak

715 W. Central Ave.; 728-2840; olsenpetersdental.com

Best Health Clinic 1. Blue Mountain Clinic

2. Bob Ward & Sons

3. Canyon River Golf Club

517 S. Orange St; 549-2453; orbicycleandnordic.com

2601 W. Broadway; 549-5613; gullskishop.com

515 South Ave. E; 728-8629; umt.edu/golf

2. Strongwater

124 N. Higgins; 829-3501; mklaren.com

Best Store for Skis 1. Gull Ski Shop

2. UM Golf Course

3. YMCA

3. TIE: MkLAREN

2. Jason Olsen (Olsen & Peters Family Dental)

2601 W. Broadway; 549-5613; gullskishop.com

2. REI

1070 N. Russell St.; 541-8888; kriegchiropractic.com

712 Kensington Ave.; 543-8347

3. Gull Ski Shop

3. Drew Miller (Grizzly Hackle)

Best Women’s Clothing 1. Betty’s Divine

Southgate Mall; 721-3100; dillards.com

3015 Paxon St.; 728-3220; bobwards.com

721-8996

3. Kevin Krieg, Krieg Chiropractic Center

Best Dentist 1. Ike Heaphy

2. Bob Ward & Sons

2. Dan Shepard (Grizzly Hackle)

2. The Women’s Club

2. Dillard's

618 S. Higgins; 721-7774; edgeoworld.com

3015 Paxon St.; 728-3220; bobwards.com

3220 N. Reserve; 523-9980; costco.com

521 S. Higgins; 721-4777; bettysdivine.com

Best Place to Get a Snowboard 1. Edge of the World

Best Massage Therapist 1. Fenesa Dussalut, Misty’s Tanning & Ultimate Salon

3101 S. Russell; 543-0717; www.mistystanning.com

2. Sara Vilhuber, Bliss Bodywork 2819 Great Northern Loop; 233-9203; sara.massagetherapy.com

3. Jessi Gates Brock, Healthy Hummingbird 913 SW Higgins; 549-7171; healthyhummingbird.com

Best Optometrist 1. Sandy Sheppard 700 South Ave. W. #G; 549-4851; sandysheppard.com

2. Jeff Lebsock, Costco 3220 N. Reserve; 523-9980; costco.com

3. Kim Everingham, Rocky Mountain Eye Center 700 W. Kent; 541-3937; rockymountaineyecenter.com

Best Yoga Instructor 1. Heidi Junkersfeld, Women’s Club 2105 Bow St.; 728-4410; thewomensclub.com

2. Lora Gufstafson, Bikram 211 N. Higgins; 541-9292; bikrammissoula.com

Best Nonprofit 1. YWCA 2. The Poverello Center 3. AniMeals Best Park 1. Caras Park 2. Bonner 3. Greenough Best Place for People-Watching 1. Caras Park 2. Farmers' Markets 3. Southgate Mall Best Place for Kids’ Fun 1. A Carousel for Missoula/Dragon Hollow 2. The Children’s Museum 3. Splash MT Best Place to Take Out-of-Towners 1. The Farmers’ Markets 2. M Trail 3. Downtown Best Place to Walk Dogs 1. Blue Mountain 2. Jacob’s Island Bark Park 3. Riverfront Trail Best View 1. From The M Trail 2. From The Keep/Highland Golf Course 3. From the L/Mount Jumbo

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Sat. 12 Nov. Make your way to the University Theatre for a 7:30 PM performance by the Missoula Symphony Orchestra, featuring Yu Kosuge on piano. Go to missoulasymphony.org. There’ll be a second performance on Sun. at 3 PM. Sun. 13 Nov. Local writers take over the Top Hat beginning at 5:30 PM during the Second Wind Reading Series, which matches a second-year MFA student with an established local writer for a night of heartbreaking prose and poetry. See cas.umt.edu/english for the full line-up. Rock formations, woodland creatures and more I assume take center stage at the 2011 Banff Festival of Mountain Films World Tour, which features award-winning movies from the annual festival in Alberta, 6 PM at the Wilma Theatre. Contact the UM Outdoor program at 243-5172. Tue. 15 Nov. Learn a little something at a lecture and screening of The Tragedy of Bataan,

presented by Jan Thompson, associate professor at Southern Illinois University and president of the Descendants Group Auxiliary of the American Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor, 7 PM at the Masquer Theatre PAR/TV Center. Visit umt.edu/montanamuseum. Have you had your opera today? Get your fill at a night of music known as Opera Theatre, Nov. 15–16, 7:30 PM at the Music Recital Hall. $10/$5 students and seniors. Visit umt.edu/music. Settle in for some homegrown tunes at the Badlander’s Live and Local Night, which showcases different local acts each week, starting at 10 PM. Free. Wed. 16 Nov. Watch UM’s women’s basketball team live up to its name when the Lady Griz take on Montana Tech, 7 PM in Dahlberg Arena. Go to gogriz.com. Thu. 17 Nov. If you’ve ever benefited from the sweet sounds of composition, you’ll want to attend the Composer’s Benefit Concert,

7:30 PM at the Music Recital Hall. $10/$5 students and seniors. Visit umt.edu/music. Shake those ants out of your pants at the Bandlander for Prehab, a dance party this and every Thu., with sets of hip hop and electronic music from local DJs Vyces, Chris Moon and James Two, plus $1 wells and $1 Pabst from 9 PM to midnight, beginning at 9 PM. $2. Kill all scenesters, metaphorically, at the Dead Hipster Dance Party every Thu. starting at 10 PM at Sean Kelly’s, and oh lordy, there are $1 well drinks until midnight. $3. Check out deadhipster.com. Fri. 18 Nov. Romp around with the Downtown Dance Collective at Turning the Wheel: Community Romp, a dance party that is free and open to all ages. Donations are always welcome. 121 W. Main St. Call 830-3285. Jazz hands, shoot to the moon, etc. for the UM Jazz Band Concert, 7:30 PM at the University Theatre. $10/$5 students and seniors. Visit umt.edu/music.

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For those looking for an awesome place to dance, support local music and generally get your drink on, look no further than Union Club, this and every Fri. night beginning at 9 PM. Free. Sat. 19 Nov. True-maroon fans will find their way to Bozeman when the Griz football team battles cross-state rivals Montana State at noon. The rest of us can watch it on TV. Go to gogriz.com. Not sure, but I think this musical features gumdrops, which sound so good right now. See the Moscow ballet’s production of The Nutracker, 1 PM at the University Theatre. For tickets, call 888-MONTANA or visit umt.edu/griztix.

All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. in the University Theatre (UT) or Music Recital Hall (MRH)

For ticket information: Call 2 4 3 - 4 5 8 1 ot go to u m m u s i c . o r g

U of M Symphony Orchestra Oct. 8, (MRH), Nov. 4, Dec. 7 & Mar. 27 (UT) U of M Student Chamber Music Recital (MRH), Oct. 25 & Apr. 17 Percussion Concert (UT), Nov. 29 & Apr. 14 (with the Islanders Steel Band) World Percussion Concert (UT), Feb. 24 U of M Symphonic Wind Ensemble (UT), Oct. 13, Dec. 6, March 16 & May 1 U of M Jazz Bands (UT), Nov. 18 & March 9 Buddy DeFranco Jazz Festival (UT), Apr. 27-28 Opera Theatre Nov. 15-16 (MRH) & Feb. 9-12 (at the Missoula Children’s Theatre) University Choir & Chamber Chorale Concert (UT), Dec. 8 & May 3 90

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A crutch, a crutch! Why call you for a sword? See the Moscow ballet’s production of Romeo and Juliet, 5 PM at the University Theatre. For tickets, call 888-MONTANA or visit umt.edu/griztix. Sun. 20 Nov. Local writers take over the Top Hat beginning at 5:30 PM during the Second Wind Reading Series, which matches a second-year MFA student with an established local writer for a night of heartbreaking prose and poetry. See cas.umt.edu/english for the full line-up. Watch UM’s women’s basketball team live up to their name when the Lady Griz take on Idaho, 7 PM in Dahlberg Arena. Go to gogriz.com. Wed. 23 Nov. Turkey day is tomorrow, but Thanksgiving break begins today for all you University students. Live it up now; classes will resume next Monday.

Tue. 29 Nov. Bang the drum! Head to the University Theatre at 7:30 PM for the Fall Percussion Concert, featuring the UM Percussion Ensembles and the Islanders Steel Band. $10/$5 students and seniors. Call the UM School of Music at 243-6880. Do not even think about it, because the UM School of Theatre & Dance is putting on a production of You Can’t Take it With You at the Montana Theatre PAR/TV Center. Performances begin today at 7:30 PM and run through Dec. 3 and Dec. 6-10, with a matinee performance at 2 PM on Dec. 3. $20/$16 seniors and students/$10 children 12 and under. Visit umtheatredance.org. Wed. 30 Nov. Watch UM’s women’s basketball team live up to its name when the Lady Griz take on Utah State, 7 PM in Dahlberg Arena. Go to gogriz.com. Here be just a sampling of the many events going down this fall in the Zoo. Be sure to check out the Missoula Independent’s calendar section in the weekly paper for the latest and greatest. Have an event of your own? Send them my way by the Fri. before your event to calendar@missoulanews.com. Alternatively, snail mail your events to Molly Llama c/o the Independent, 317 S. Orange St., Missoula, MT 59801 or fax 543-4367. You can submit things online in the arts section of our website. Scroll down a few inches and you’ll see a link that says, “submit an event.”

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KNOW YOUR LOCAL RANGER

Your Ranger has a ﬁrst name. And it’s not Simcoe, Cascade or Chinook (but those are in there). It could be Joel if you’re in Missouri, or Jeannie in California, or even Bubba in Wisconsin. They are the Beer Rangers across our territories dedicated to getting Ranger IPA into your hands for the continual enjoyment of hops. Scan the code or go to newbelgium.com/local to follow their journey as they protect, pour and partake.