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Vol. 20, No. 37 • Sept. 10–Sept. 17, 2009

Western Montana’s Weekly Journal of People, Politics and Culture

Can “hamster power” help save the West’s landscapes— and the world?

by Judith Lewis illustrations by Paul Lachine

Film: Nick Davis delves into the extraordinary Butte, America Scope: Playwright Ron Fitzgerald moves to prime time Ochenski: Mad as Hell Doctors prescribe the right change

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Vol. 20, No. 37 • Sept. 10–Sept. 17, 2009

Western Montana’s Weekly Journal of People, Politics and Culture

Can “hamster power” help save the West’s landscapes— and the world?

by Judith Lewis illustrations by Paul Lachine

Film: Nick Davis delves into the extraordinary Butte, America Scope: Playwright Ron Fitzgerald moves to prime time Ochenski: Mad as Hell Doctors prescribe the right change

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Six years ago, two guys in Colorado used one hamster to power six lights. The simple experiment demonstrated the possibilities of local generation, or electricity created close to home and in small batches. Judith Lewis explores whether we should start thinking small to address the country’s energy and climate crises. ...............15

News Letters Tester’s forests and stinky smells.....................................................................4 The Week in Review Punke, Baucus and a Griz win..................................................6 Brief Secession, bankruptcy and miffed melon farmers..............................................6 Etc. Praying for a better excuse....................................................................................7 Up Front Bar-One Ranch faces Clean Water Act violations .........................................8 Up Front How an increase in sex crime numbers may be good ................................9 Ochenski “Mad as Hell Doctors” tour through Montana..........................................10 Writers on the Range Trapping is one tradition that ought to go...........................11 Agenda Fishing for the Poverello Center...................................................................12

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Arts & Entertainment Flash in the Pan Good milk v. bad milk ...................................................................21 8 Days a Week This week’s issue was edited by a hamster......................................22 Mountain High Time for a little cleanup ..................................................................33 Scope Playwright Ron Fitzgerald moves to prime time.............................................34 Noise Rodney Atkins, Bad Veins, Mama’s Cookin’ and Austin Lucas ........................35 Theater MAT’s Life X 3 bogs down in do-overs .........................................................36 Film Butte, America reveals a rich, riveting history ..................................................37 Movie Shorts Independent takes on current films....................................................38

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by Alex Sakariassen

This week’s Indy includes a profile of playwright Ron Fitzgerald, who now writes for the popular television series “Weeds” and “Friday Night Lights.” If you could choose between a night at the theater and a night watching quality TV, which would you choose?

Follow-up: What’s your favorite play and/or television show?

Lacee Streets: I would say the theater, just because it’s so much more fun to see people on stage. It seems every night is a new show. Loves her Kesey: One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. I watched it in Billings, and it was so, so good.

Linds Sanders: The theater.

You’re a more captive audience.

When you watch TV, you can just get up anytime to make popcorn or go to the bathroom. Please, no Swayze: I just like seeing dance in theater. I’ve been looking around for something like that in Missoula.

Laramie Dean: I’m an actor and a playwright, so I’ll pick the theater. I think it’s much more challenging to write a piece for theatrical performance. Sex and society: Just one? For right now, let’s say Cloud 9 by Caryl Churchill. It fucks with gender, prescribed gender roles and perceptions.

Drew Scheely: It all depends on what I’m watching, but I’m a big “Weeds” guy. If it’s a new episode of ‘Weeds,’ I’m so there.

All about reality: I love the pseudo-dramedies. “Weeds,” “Entourage,” that kind of HBO stuff. They’re closer to real life than network sitcoms.

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A better model The Forest Jobs and Recreation Act recently introduced by Sen. Tester falls short of finding the best solutions to opposing views on management of public lands. The recent debate (see “War of words,” Sept. 3, 2009) has correctly identified many of the concerns for designating new wilderness areas under this bill by highlighting the poorly written and precedent-setting provisions to allow helicopter landings for military training and motor vehicle access to water developments and for trailing sheep. If left unchanged, these provisions would go beyond previous exceptions to the public and legal definition of wilderness, established in the Wilderness Act of 1964, and needlessly lead to setting the wrong example for other legislation to follow, both in Montana and elsewhere, and surely invite misinterpretation and future litigation.

One solution would be to clarify the language in the bill so that motorized access to wilderness is limited to only what is the minimum necessary. This could be accomplished by avoiding the creation of new and unspecified provisions “to uniquely fit Montana” and instead use language from existing special provisions (such as the Congressional Wilderness Grazing Guidelines) that apply to all existing wilderness areas within the national forests and allow for necessary and reasonable access within established constraints. In addition, the bill could direct the U.S. Forest Service to identify comparable and feasible locations for helicopter landings, outside of areas to be designated as wilderness, to honor the existing agreement with Peak Enterprises for military training exercises.

An even better solution is to refrain from designating lands with existing and necessary motorized access issues as new wilderness areas just to satisfy the need for more wilderness acres. If the basic conflict is over managing lands for timber production versus recreation and conservation purposes then wilderness designation is part of the solution but not the only option. A solution “created from the bottom up,” as Tester desires, would designate the lands that will continue to require motorized access as Protection Areas or Recreation Areas (two categories used for other lands addressed in the bill) instead of wilderness. If this were the case, the lands here in Montana would be protected and available for a variety of back-country public recreation purposes and existing valid motorized uses and agreements would be honored without compromising the uses, values and benefits of wilderness protected by the

Wilderness Act of 1964 and potentially the future of the National Wilderness Preservation System. Tester would then have a Forest Jobs and Recreation Act that could become a “model for the West” in terms of collaboration and creative solutions for management of the public lands.

Tom Carlson Missoula

Pinching his nose My wife and I have lived in the Bitterroot Valley near Missoula for three years now. In that span, every time we have driven up Reserve Street we have been appalled by the stench (see

to “getIt’syourtimeheads (and noses) out of the sand, Missoula!

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“What’s that smell?” Aug. 27, 2009).

“How could this be happening in Montana?” we would ask each other.

On several occasions we inquired of local residents what the problem was.

We were always met with blank stares and denials. No one would admit that they smelled what we smelled—crap!

Maybe we missed it, but your article was the first admission we have seen that there is a problem. Good work! But, wonder of wonders, the city is spending $80,000 of the taxpayers’ money to determine the source of the problem, rather than simply following their noses and spending the money to actually fix the problem? Shame on them!

We love Montana, the Bitterroot and Missoula, but as good as it might be here, do Missoulians seriously think their crap doesn’t stink?

Gee whiz, folks, ain’t it oh-so-obvious that maybe we have a problem here?

LOL! It’s time to get your heads (and noses) out of the sand, Missoula! P.U.!!!!

Steven Baker Hamilton

Greener pastures Most issues of the Independent carry one or more ads encouraging residents to reduce the number of cars driven each day through use of public transportation or some other alternative. That the

University of Montana administration needs to modify its current mindset along these lines is evident by how they honored Dr. Steve Running, our resident Nobel Laureate. It is incredibly ironic that the university recognized Running for his contributions in raising global awareness of the increasing ecological dangers of carbon emissions by providing him with his own personal parking space.

[Editor’s note: Running also received a covered bike rack from the student government, and he reportedly uses it more often than the parking space.]

Making driving to the university convenient and easy is not a great idea, even for our Nobel Laureate. Perhaps the administration of the university could honor Running through a bold and path-breaking gesture.

My suggestion is this: Don’t replace the remaining green space on campus with new buildings. Instead, construct new buildings on the parking garages and lots. Reducing available parking on campus gives students, faculty and staff greater incentive to reach campus by some means other than driving their own cars and trucks. The city could do its part by expanding the current parking buffer around campus to at least a mile, where day-time parking is allowed only by neighborhood residents or persons with an appropriate permit. More individuals would opt to use public transportation to get to and from campus, thereby making it profitable for Mountain Line to increase its bus service throughout town (more busses and routes), and maybe light rail could someday become a reality for the Bitterroot Valley.

Paul Hendricks Missoula

Thinkin’ men unite I read Matthew Barry’s letter (see “Shoved down,” Sept. 3, 2009) regarding Obama, the FED and Healthcare with great interest and wanted to let him know I am in complete agreement with him.

How dare this president and government try to “shove down” my throat a plan that would see to it, whether it’s broken or not, that I get adequate health care. How dare they contrive a plan (I prefer to call it a plot) that would guarantee I won’t lose my home if I or members of my family ever do suffer a catastrophic illness. I and Matthew demand a government that stays the hell out of our affairs and protects our right to die homeless and penniless. Right on Matthew, I’m behind you all the way.

Who says all the “thinkin’ men” are gone?

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• Wednesday, September 2

News Quirks

by Anne Medley

The Montana Supreme Court takes up a right-todie case that’s expected to make Montana the first state to declare that physician-assisted suicide is a protected right under a state constitution.

Attorneys argue whether or not the state has a “compelling interest” in how its residents choose to die.

• Thursday, September 3 President Barack Obama nominates Missoula’s Michael Punke, 44, to be ambassador to the World Trade Organization (WTO), the international body dealing with the rules of trade between nations. If confirmed by the U.S. Senate, Punke would work from the WTO’s headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.

• Friday, September 4 Flathead County investigators say state Sen. Greg Barkus had been drinking Aug. 27 when he slammed his motorboat into rocks along Flathead Lake, injuring himself and four passengers, including U.S. Rep. Denny Rehberg. Barkus’ blood alcohol content, though, is still unknown.

• Saturday, September 5 The UM football team opens its season against something called “Western State College” with a 38-0 victory at Washington-Grizzly Stadium. The creampuff D-II opponent from Colorado provides some surprising competition, holding the Griz to just 10 points in the first half.

• Sunday, September 6 Sen. Max Baucus circulates a $900 billion health care reform proposal among a bipartisan group of Finance Committee members known as the Gang of Six that would impose a fee on insurance companies to help cover the uninsured. The proposal is made public later in the week.

• Monday, September 7 A single-engine plane registered with Trolan Enterprises, LLC of Missoula crashes while taking off from Tahoe Truckee Airport in California, seriously injuring all four passengers aboard. The plane comes to a rest upside-down.

• Tuesday, September 8 The U.S. Forest Service unveils plans for the National Museum of Forest Service History, which will be based in Missoula. The $12 million museum will sit on 36 acres about one mile from Missoula International Airport. Construction’s slated to begin in June 2010.

Julie Walker adjusts her moustache in preparation for the Sept. 2 “Fake Moustache Bike Ride.” Sean Kelley’s manager Paul Rudd organizes the themed bike rides in Missoula every Wednesday from May to October.

Economy

Real estate’s ripples Kalispell-based Provident Financial, a small investment and loan company, sent a letter last week to its some 500 investors describing the “perfect storm” that’s forcing the 20-year-old company to close its doors.

“First, understand you have NOT lost all your money,” reads the letter, signed by President Brad Walterskirchen. “The company still has assets backed mainly by real estate which have value. It is our intention to wind down operations and work closely with you, our investor, to conduct an ‘orderly liquidation’ of these assets, the proceeds of which shall be paid to you.”

Two days before, Provident had filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection because the poor economy, specifically the hobbling housing market, turned its business upside down. Ever since the stock market tanked, more and more investors are coming to Provident asking for their money, and Provident, with its assets tied to devaluing real estate, foresees payout amounts exceeding its liquidity, a recipe for insolvency.

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“We just don’t have boxes of cash lying around here for when people come in wanting their money,” Walterskirchen says. “It’s invested in real estate. It’s invested in loans to individuals secured by real estate.”

He likens the situation to It’s a Wonderful Life, in which Jimmy Stewart says to bank depositors who want their cash, “Your money is in Joe’s house. That’s right next to yours, and in the Kennedy house and Mrs. Macklin’s house and a hundred others.”

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has protected depositors from this since the Great Depression, but Provident, not being a commercial bank, isn’t FDIC-insured.

“This is what would happen to banks before there was an FDIC,” explains Missoulabased attorney Harold Dye, who’s representing Provident in bankruptcy court.

Provident’s assets, Walterskirchen says, are valued at about $38.9 million, while its liabilities are valued at about $37. 9 million.

The company’s already cut its staff from 16 to 10. It also reduced salaries and benefits. More cuts are imminent as the company slowly dissolves.

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Crying secession By now Missoula County Commissioner Jean Curtiss is tired of answering questions about the Swan Valley Preservation Group’s attempts to secede from Missoula County.

Until they have a signed petition, she says, “we aren’t taking it too serious.”

“Through Rural Initiatives, we know there’s been conversation about whether [secession] is going to be a topic of discussion at the community council meeting,” Curtiss says. “But it’s really a handful of people that won’t give up.”

The Swan Valley Preservation Group, under the leadership of Ken Donovan, made a faint ripple in local media in April by announcing its desire for Condon to secede from Missoula County and join Lake County. The issue was raised again at a meeting last week.

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Mike Holmes, Swan Valley Community Council chairman, agrees with Curtiss that the situation has been overstated. He has yet to see the petition that the group planned to make public this fall. Donovan says a draft of the petition will be circulated once tax revenue information is provided by the state.

“They plan to get it on the 2010 ballot,” Holmes says, but “it’s by far not the majority.”

Holmes and Curtiss refute the group’s claim that Lake County officials welcomed the idea with open arms. And while the secession group lists a number of grievances–mainly the rigor of building codes–with the way Missoula County operates, Curtiss credits the sudden initiative to a much simpler factor: fear.

“In the last year, we’ve noticed so much more of this disgruntled citizenry,” Curtiss says. “Nothing’s really changed. Missoula County is offering the same services, we haven’t really raised taxes, we aren’t doing anything new. Looking back at it, it looks like it ties to the election.”

Curtiss has heard whispers of similar secessionist sentiment from pockets in Seeley Lake and even Pattee Creek. As for the situation in Condon, where Curtiss has both family and a private cabin, she can’t say she’s surprised.

“The funny thing is, the two ringleaders of the whole thing moved there from Lake County a few years back,” Curtiss says. “If it was so wonderful in Lake County, all they have to do is move a few miles down the road.”

Alex Sakariassen

Localwashing

Miffed melon farmer One week after taking heat for stocking fruits and veggies predominantly grown out of state—but liberally promoting “locally grown produce”—regional Safeway stores suffered another locally delivered blow. One of the chain’s three Montana suppliers, Dixon Melons, accuses Safeway of pushing them out, while another says stringent regulations undermine the whole concept of supporting local growers.

“I believe they’re trying to get rid of us,” says Dixon Melon owner Joey Hettick. “We’re a hassle, I guess.”

Hettick says Safeway marks up Dixon Melons so they don’t sell, giving the store an

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excuse to avoid the complexities of buying from small growers.

That claim doesn’t hold water for Safeway spokesperson Cherie Myers. “That’s just absolutely, totally not true,” she says.

Though Myers won’t comment specifically on Dixon Melon dealings, she explains that Safeway policies are in place to protect consumers.

In addition to melons, Safeway also purchases local peaches and Flathead cherries from local farms. But the store’s packing

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ucts sometimes intermingle. The requirements also speak to a bigger problem.

“The systems that we have in place for the industrial food system are in place to support the industrial food system,” she says, “and discount the local food movement.”

And, after selling melons to Safeway for 20 years, Hettick is fed up. “I’m sure that this is going to be our last year,” she says.

Jessica Mayrer

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The hunt is on

requirements force cherry growers to ship the fruit more than 400 miles to Domex Superfresh Growers in Yakima, Wash., before being re-imported to Montana, says Dale Nelson, president of the Flathead Lake Cherry Growers.

The cooperative, comprised of 102 growers, stomachs Safeway’s required $2 million insurance policy, but can’t manage packing demands. “I think Safeway buys corporate, but talks local,” says Nelson.

Myers defends the shipping regulations by explaining that Safeway manages multiple stores in the region, and distribution centers simplify delivery while enabling the chain to more easily track potential foodborne illness.

“We’re doing it in the best possible way we can do it,” Myers says.

But Bonnie Buckingham from the Missoula Community Food and Agriculture Coalition says distribution centers actually encourage spread of disease, because prod-

U.S. District Judge Donald Molloy denied environmental groups’ request for an injunction to stop wolf hunts in Montana and Idaho, ruling Tuesday night that the plaintiffs “failed to show a likelihood of irreparable harm to the wolf population.” It means Montana’s first state-sponsored wolf hunting season will begin as planned Sept. 15.

But environmental groups are still claiming victory, because Molloy also ruled that, although they didn’t meet their burden for issuing a preliminary injunction, they “are likely to be able to meet their burden to show the balance of equities tip in their favor. They would also likely prevail in showing an injunction is in the public interest.”

“We’re feeling very positive and optimistic that in the long run we have an enormous chance of success in this case,” says Louisa Willcox of the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC).

NRDC and a handful of other environmental groups sued the federal government in June over its decision to remove wolves from the endangered species list in Montana and Idaho and give management authority to the states, which allow for hunting. Montana set a wolf hunt quota of 75 wolves, Idaho 220. Idaho’s hunt began Sept. 1.

“We are concerned about what might happen in the meantime…,” Willcox says.

“We hope that people are prudent and careful. And we also think that wolves might be harder to hunt than people believe.”

Jerry Brenner of Frenchtown’s Five Valley Taxidermy, for one, is happy with Molloy’s decision.

“That’s good,” he says. “I’ve been keeping my eye on it and I’ve had a lot of customers that have called and asked me about prices to do a wolf.”

Matthew Frank

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DUIs handed out by Missoula police over Labor Day weekend, according to Traffic Sgt. Greg Amundsen. This is the second year for the department’s “Comprehensive Strategic Response Plan,” which is aimed at combating alcohol abuse.

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Almost three years ago, in perhaps the most egregious known example of religious hypocrisy in this country, Ted Haggard, founder of the New Life Church in Colorado Springs, Colo., and president of the National Association of Evangelicals, admitted methamphetamine use and homosexual sex with a prostitute.

The outcry over his indiscretions, however, softened to some degree when those who defended Haggard insisted, essentially, that the devil made him do it.

Perhaps, then, it was the devil who last week in St. Paul, Minn., compelled John Erbele, for years a pastor at Missoula’s South Hills Evangelical Church (SHEC), to give $60 to a hooker…who turned out to be an undercover cop. Erbele was one of 16 “johns” arrested during the sting.

Erbele has a wife and three children. He served as senior pastor at SHEC—a popular New Age, rock ‘n’ roll church—from 2000 to 2008, and as a “senior visionary officer” until just two months ago. His father served SHEC as a pastor for 26 years.

In April, Erbele launched the LifePrint Church in St. Paul.

For followers of Pastor Ted and Pastor John, it’s probably easier to reach for excuses when their pastor’s false virtues are so starkly revealed than to deal with the sense of betrayal and confusion they must feel. Still, we find the excuses shocking.

After we reported the story on our blog last week, a number of commenters jumped to Eberle’s defense. One wondered why, of all the men arrested, only Erbele was taking the heat. Another said many believers “sin in secret” and would hate to be “found out”—“especially if the liberal media was involved!!”

And then commenter “radiantrose” exonerated Erbele from all wrongdoing: “There is a spiritual war going on here people…I am deeply saddened that the enemies (sic) schemes have worked. We all face temptations but everyone knows that the more you do for GOD the harder the enemy works to take you down…We all sin, I am living with and being intimate with my boyfriend and I am a believer, but that was not in the newspaper.”

Well, now it is. The enemy wins again.

But we’re not the only ones calling the excuses bogus.

During Saturday night’s service, SHEC Preaching Pastor John Luhmann, who happens to be Erbele’s brother-inlaw, tackled the sticky issue head-on and rejected the convenient notion that Erbele succumbed to a devilish scheme.

“We need to acknowledge that what has been done is wrong,” he said, “and I want to be very clear on that.

It’s not our job to minimize or excuse or cover up or hide or roll under the carpet sin.” He went on to say that “it’s way too easy to give the devil too much credit.”

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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) filed a lawsuit Aug. 31 against a private ranch about 40 minutes west of Missoula for violations of the Clean Water Act. Bar-One Ranch in Huson, which originally intended to offer luxury cabin and lodge accommodations to tourists, violated a string of state and federal permit requirements in the process of constructing 16 recreational ponds along Cedar and Ninemile creeks in 2003. The project uprooted native plant life and diverted surface water, allegedly polluting downstream waterways. Five different agencies

thought that he’d fully complied with state and local violations. He doesn’t believe there was a [Clean Water Act] exposure…and has no further obligations to the EPA. He finds the lawsuit unnecessary at best and an exercise of federal overreaching and greed at worst.”

According to state files on the BarOne Ranch, representatives from the DNRC and the Missoula Conservation District (MCD) conducted several site visits to Barone’s property in fall 2005. The agencies found that Barone had disturbed 900 feet of native vegetation along

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investigated the construction activity through fall 2006.

The ranch contends the situation was resolved with roughly $600,000 in restoration work, but the EPA contends more problems remain and filed suit.

U.S. Magistrate Judge Jeremiah Lynch responded to the complaint on Sept. 4, setting a pretrial conference date for Jan. 5, 2010.

The EPA’s suit lists as defendants both Bar-One Ranch Ltd.–the corporation presiding over the ranch’s affairs–and ranch owner Alfred Barone. Barone, a New York resident, went over the handlebars of a motorcycle in Florida on February 7, 2007, just months after resolving his dispute with the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC). The accident left Barone with a lasting traumatic brain injury. Steve Scerri, Barone’s son-in-law and president of Bar-One Ranch Ltd., currently acts on Barone’s behalf regarding Bar-One operations. The ranch has not opened to guests, in part due to its construction problems. “[Scerri] thought the matter was resolved,” says attorney Mike Sherwood, speaking on Scerri’s behalf. “We dealt with federal, state and local agencies. He

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Ninemile Creek and dug 16 interconnected ponds of varying sizes on a roughly 19acre section of property bisected by Cedar Creek. Records indicate none of the work was done with adequate permitting.

“When building these ponds, he violated pretty much every water use permit out there,” says Bill Schultz, regional manager for DNRC’s Water Resources Division.

Barone repeatedly missed deadlines for permit applications and failed to meet a number of extended deadlines, according to Schultz. Schultz eventually terminated a number of applications due in large part to the ranch’s failure to meet EPA instructions to stop work.

By April 2006, the EPA had already directed Barone to halt construction and fill in the ponds. The DNRC went so far as to threaten leveling top fines against Barone for water use violations, a penalty of $1,000 per day for each day violations persisted. The agency never acted on the fines, and Schultz’s original involvement with the ranch ceased when Barone finally filled in the ponds prior to his accident.

Bar-One Ranch resurfaced when Scerri applied with DNRC for redirection permits for irrigation fed by Cedar Creek.

Schultz says Bar-One Ranch Ltd. needs the

water for continued restoration and rehabilitation on the site. He visited the property in August and says the ranch is “much more on the ball with applications now.”

The ranch contracted Missoula’s PBS&J in 2006 for the restoration work.

Phase I of the two-phase project–now completed–included culvert removal, bank stabilization, flood protection and channel alteration. Total costs of the project to date amount to $600,000.

The restoration work settled the arguments between Bar-One Ranch and local and state agencies, but not the EPA. Among the EPA’s complaints are several federal permit violations with regard to the Clean Water Act. The agency’s case claims that material discharged by Barone’s construction project “resulted in the filling of or adverse impacts to creeks, ponds, drainages, wetlands and/or other waters of the United States.”

“Wetlands perform important functions in terms of sediment retention, aesthetics, habitat,” says Wendy Silver, senior attorney with the EPA’s Region 8. “So protection of wetlands is extremely important. Placement of dredged or fill material into a wetland and thus filling the wetland removes all of those benefits that wetlands afford.”

Silver’s entire caseload at the EPA deals with violations of the Clean Water Act. She declined to comment on the EPA’s case against Barone and the ranch except to state that prosecuting Clean Water Act violations is an important duty for the agency.

Silver says the EPA is aware of Barone’s injury and it did not affect the agency’s filing. Sherwood could not comment on how Barone’s head injury will impact the way the EPA and the defense conduct the proceedings.

“I haven’t explored it because we haven’t come to [a] conclusion [about Barone’s condition],” Sherwood says.

“Certainly he has multiple physical maladies and some closed-head organic brain damage, but I’m not an expert and I guess we’ll need to explore what the experts say in regards to his current capacity.”

Barone and the ranch are also charged with violations of administrative order after refusing to acknowledge requests in 2005 from the United States Army Corps of Engineers, the Montana Department of Environmental Quality and the EPA to halt pond construction activities. Each of the four charges demands payment of as much as $32,000 per day for violations going as far back as March 2004. asakariassen@missoulanews.com

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Speaking freely How an increase in sex crime numbers may be good

by Jessica Mayrer

After Jenny Daniel was raped, she didn’t know where to go.

“He was way stronger than I was,” she says of the incident, which occured more than 10 years ago. “I didn’t even fight back.”

About 20 at the time and living in a small town in Michigan, Daniel didn’t tell her friends, let alone police. Because she froze and didn’t physically resist, Daniel felt responsible for the attack.

“That was a big, huge piece of my healing, to learn that was normal,” says

But as a growing awareness helps forge a stronger safety net between law enforcement and advocates, more survivors are telling their stories.

“People feel safer about coming forward,” Daniel says.

A decade ago, the greatest barrier blocking victims from approaching police was fear they wouldn’t be believed, says Scott Berkowitz, president of Rape Abuse & Incest National Network, a national education and advocacy organization. As awareness

The Missoula Crime Victims’ Advocate Program, which has grown from one part-time employee in 1985 to seven full-time staffers, also takes credit for encouraging people to come forward.

“My guess is that they’re finding us and feeling more encouraged about going for help,” says Linda Perkins from the agency.

Reporting to law enforcement still doesn’t solve the larger problem of eliminating these types of crimes. One federal report estimates that one in six women and one in 33 men is sexually assaulted, with domestic violence rates even higher. According to the Rape Abuse & Incest National Network, 60 percent of sexual assaults are not reported and 15 of 16 rapists will never do time.

“I would seriously doubt there was only one sexual assault last year,” says YWCA’s Holmes, pointing to past arrests in Missoula.

Holmes and other advocates point to the same traditional barriers for victims: Most know their Photo by Anne Medley attackers and fear an invasive The Missoula YWCA created its “Silent Witnesses Project,” pictured above, to post-assault physical exam and a represent women killed by acts of domestic violence in the area. Local advocates say this year’s increase in sex crime numbers doesn’t reflect a crime drawn-out court trial. They’re wave, but rather more victims willing to report incidents to law enforcement. also afraid of any backlash.

“You know,” says Holmes, Daniel, who now supervises the Missoula about domestic and sexual abuse “[questions like], ‘What was she wearCrime Victims’ Advocate Program. spreads, he says law enforcement and ing? Did she drink too much?’”

In the first seven months of this the media have developed a better Muir acknowledges the criminal year, Missoula law enforcement saw a understanding of the issue. justice system, which is adversarial by spike in domestic and sexual assaults “Victims are sensing that the cul- design to protect rights of both the across the board, logging 23 sex offens- ture is changing,” Berkowitz says. accuser and the accused, can be tough es, up from seven during the same That means that as actual crime on victims. “It continues to put us at period in 2008. Meanwhile, domestic rates appear to be holding steady, sex odds with victims in some circumviolence citations spiked from 130 to crime reporting nationally is up by stances,” he says.

182. Police also tallied 10 rape charges, more than 10 percent since 1993, But with Missoula’s network of up from one the year prior (two indi- according to the Bureau of Justice. advocacy and social service agencies viduals were responsible for eight of Advocates say the system still needs better communicating with law this year’s charges). work, but it’s making important strides. enforcement, those situations are on Advocates caution that these rising One of the biggest areas of improvement the wane. numbers aren’t necessarily indicative of is in how law enforcement treats those “Missoula probably has one of the a crime wave. Instead, what appears to who have been assaulted or abused. better sexual assault responses in the be a surge in domestic and sexual vio“Compared to 10 years ago or 15 state,” says Nicole Gray, Outreach lence is likely a reflection of a commu- years ago, we have seen a shift in the Coordinator for the Montana Coalition nity finally tuning in to victim rights, way victims of sexual assault are receiv- Against Domestic and Sexual Violence. and encouraging survivors to speak up. ing services,” Muir says. “We may be a Daniel sees it every day through As local arrest rates go up, the little bit more sensitive.” her position with the city’s advocate Missoula Y WCA, the University of Part of that shift includes the decade- program. She says sometimes the supMontana Student Assault Resource old First Step program, which works to port is as simple as telling a victim they Center and social service providers serve victims reluctant to talk with law didn’t do anything wrong. across the state say they aren’t seeing a enforcement. The program now offers “You just see them melt,” she says. jump in demand. the option of a forensic exam and police “I mean, I’m getting goose bumps just “We are as busy as we’ve always interview in one hospital visit, streamlin- saying it now.” been,” says YWCA Associate Director ing a process that once involved multijmayrer@missoulanews.com Kris Holmes. ple interviews in various settings.

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Anger management “Mad as Hell Doctors” tour through Montana The health care debate in the U.S. Senate has reached the tipping point— namely, that particular place in legislation where it no longer makes any sense to anyone. It’s so bad that President Obama has stepped into the fray to try and force the disorganized, dispirited and disappointing Democrats majorities to produce a coherent policy. In the meantime, a group of Oregon physicians calling themselves “Mad as Hell Doctors” is rolling across the country in a “Care-avan” through 20 states, including Montana this week, as they make the case for what should have been the obvious solution so long ago—singlepayer, everyone in, no one out, universal health care.

Those who have followed the devolution of the health care debate continue to scratch their heads in sheer wonderment that Montana’s Sen. Max Baucus has been able to hopelessly wind health care reform around the axle of the Senate Finance Committee.

Starting with a white paper he produced months ago, Baucus dribbled away precious time and momentum by watering down even the modest reforms envisioned in his original paper in a fruitless attempt to gain what he believed was the key to success—legislation that would garner the support of Republicans as well as Democrats. Under Baucus’ dubious leadership, health care reform morphed into health insurance reform and now, with a proposal almost everyone hates, has become little more than a mandate to force everyone to buy health insurance or pay a fine as high as $3,800 per family. Those in control at the start, the insurance companies, big pharmaceuticals and what has come to be called the “medical-industrial complex” remain totally in control at this point in the game.

Viewed kindly, Max’s effort was a total failure. Viewed more realistically, it left Democrats with little or nothing to offer the public during their August recess and may well have set the stage for massive Democrat losses in the mid-term elections. Even worse, opponents of health care reform swarmed town meetings across the nation in huge numbers, outraged by the myths of what they call “Obama-care” even though no final plan yet exists. Thanks to Baucus’ massively destructive and hugely ineffective strategy, the death knell may already have been sounded

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for any hope of a second Obama term in the White House as liberals grind their teeth in frustration while Republicans and their increasingly angry right-wing allies, smelling blood in the water, continue to rally.

It is against this backdrop that the Mad As Hell Doctors left their families and practices in Oregon to travel across the country with their simple message of universal health care, hoping to convince citizens to back real health care— not insurance—reform in America.

“We’re mad as hell because our health care system is run by people

“Under Baucus’ dubious leadership, health care reform morphed into health insurance

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reform.

who profit from illness” says Dr. Paul Hochfeld, lead Mad As Hell doctor and producer of the documentary, Health, Money and Fear. “The rest of the civilized world has test-driven single-payer and it works. But elected officials in America won’t even allow a discussion.”

To i t s c r e d i t , t h e H o u s e o f Representatives has actually produced two bills that hold some promise of real reform. By far the most progressive legislation is embodied in HR 676, which continues to gain endorsements across the nation since it would put in place a national single-payer system.

The measure was supposed to have been “scored” during the August recess—meaning it will be analyzed by the fiscal budget office for costs and benefits—but so far, that analysis has not been forthcoming. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, a weak proponent in the menagerie of leading health care reformers, has promised HR 676 will have a full hearing in the House.

The next most progressive bill is HR 3200, which was improved this week via an amendment that will allow states to

set up their own single-payer systems.

Far down the line is the so-called “public option” to buy health insurance through a government run plan.

Unfortunately, even this is now being downplayed by the White House and has already been written off by Baucus due to Republican opposition. But Republicans aren’t the only ones who dislike the charade of reform couched in terms of insurance rather than care.

“The public option is a trap,” says Hochfeld. “It sounds very reasonable, but the problem with it, no matter what the final bill looks like, is that it will continue to allow private medical insurance companies to dictate America’s public health policies. And that’s just plain wrong.”

Another Mad as Hell Doctor, Mike Huntington, lauds a single-payer system.

“People need to understand what single-payer is—and isn’t. It isn’t socialism, any more than police and fire are socialism. And it doesn’t require any more money. Simply put, single payer is a way to take current premium payments that go to a thousand different private insurance companies, and redirect it into a single, public fund that insures everyone.

That’s all it is. But when we do this, lots of wonderful things happen, not the least of which is to save Americans $500 billion a year starting day one.

That’s billion—with a ‘b.’ America needs this information. That’s why we’re taking the tour.”

The doctors hope to turn the tide of the debate by debunking the myths surrounding single-payer, and then convincing members of Congress that such a plan will pay for itself while providing all Americans with comprehensive health care.

If you’re among the millions of citizens who are searching for answers instead of political rhetoric—and if Obama’s speech doesn’t give them to you—the Mad as Hell Doctors are holding a noon rally Thursday at the Capitol and a “Mad as Hell Town Hall” meeting at 1 p.m. on Saturday at Carroll College. You can also go directly to their website (www.madashelldoctors.com), where all the proceedings from their trip will be available for viewing.

Helena’s George Ochenski rattles the cage of the political establishment as a political analyst for the Independent. Contact Ochenski at opinion@missoulanews.com.

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The Buzz about Bees and Sustainability

Trapping is one tradition that ought to go

With Scott Debnam, the “Bee Whisperer”

by Tom Woodbury

Every 20 years in Montana, more than a million bobcats, otters, wolverines, fishers, pine martens, otters, fox and other furry critters are exterminated from Montana’s forests and streams.

Collateral damage includes the endangered Canada lynx, eagles and bears—not to mention all the dogs and cats unwittingly snared in traps. But a ballot initiative banning trapping on all public lands in Montana would change all that, if it passes in 2010. So it’s not surprising that the state’s trappers are working hard to defeat the initiative.

They argue that trappers are a lot like hunters and have a right to choose their method of killing wild animals. At least one hunting group, Montana Public Wildlife, Lands & Water, disagrees. Director Tim Border says many hunters consider trapping inconsistent with wildlife conservation.

Many independent wildlife biologists agree that trapping threatens the survival of species such as wolverines, fishers, martens, otters and some species of fox.

In fact, less than a century ago in Montana, trappers wiped out fishers, those scrappy hunters that are the primary predators of porcupines. Fishers have since been re-introduced, and although trapping was prohibited long enough for the population to recover, the animal’s survival remains uncertain. The fisher is now being considered for listing under the Endangered Species Act. There’s also the question of whether trapping can be considered ethical under the rubrics of “fair chase.” The Boone and Crockett Club defines fair chase as the ethical, sportsmanlike and lawful pursuit and taking of any free-ranging wild animal in a manner that doesn’t give the hunter an improper advantage.

Anyone who has ever caught a mouse with a baited trap knows that there is no “chase” involved in trapping. Baiting clearly gives the trapper an unfair advantage. And no quick, humane kill is involved, since the trapper often returns to a trap days later to club the animal to death.

Finally, trapping violates the first rule of hunting: “Know your target.”

How would we feel about a hunter who inadvertently shot and killed someone’s pet dog or even an endangered Canada lynx while hunting an elk?

Perhaps because it’s so difficult to defend the act of trapping, trappers often resort to claiming that what they do is a grand part of Montana’s heritage.

“How would we feel about a hunter who inadvertently shot and killed someone’s pet dog or even an endangered Canada lynx while hunting

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an elk?

Trapping, they say, should be tolerated on grounds of tradition. As the Montana Trappers Association puts it, “Hunting and trapping were the primary ways that humans provided food, clothing and shelter for themselves, their families and groups or tribes. This heritage and the tradition of hunting, as old as humans themselves, is still strong today.”

But the real motivation for trapping today has nothing to do with food, clothing or shelter. Instead, it has everything to do with the pelt prices set by the fur industry. What human beings did when we scrambled to live on the

land is no longer relevant to modern wildlife management. Cave dwellers, after all, are not remembered as great humanitarians. And even though it was considered legal “sport” to hunt Aborigines in Australia as recently as the last century, nobody would argue we should tolerate it today, simply because it was part of a historical tradition.

As for Montana’s heritage, trapping was outlawed here before Montana even achieved statehood. The Montana Territory’s 1876 Wildlife Act outlawed killing beavers because of the ecological benefits in the arid West of these “water farmers of the plains.” It also prohibited killing animals “for the purpose of procuring the hide only” without making use of the carcass for food. The Helena Independent praised this measure, passed 133 years ago, because it would “insure the essential quality of protecting our rapidly diminishing resources.”

In a similar vein, the November 1872 issue of American Sportsman magazine tried to define what makes a true sportsman: “It is not the mere killing of numbers, much less in the mere killing at all; it is not in the value of things killed, though it is not sportsmanship, but butchery and wanton cruelty, to kill animals which are valueless as food…”

If anything, our wildlife heritage takes the side of conservation, not trapping, unless we are to return to our survivalist “tradition.” As Montana’s own world-renowned bear expert (and former trapper) Chuck Jonkel bluntly states, “The days of trapping are over. It’s now time to preserve Montana’s wildlife.”

Many people oppose trapping on ethical grounds, but everyone should oppose it from a conservation standpoint. After all, when was the last time you saw that tough little critter called a fisher?

Tom Woodbury is a contributor to Writers on the Range, a service of High Country News (hcn.org ). He is the Montana director for the Western Watersheds Project and works in Missoula.

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William Preucil, Concertmaster of the Cleveland Orchestra and Distinguished Professor of Violin at the Cleveland Institute of Music

in concert Sunday, September 20, 2009 at 7:30pm in the University Theatre on the campus of the University of Montana.

Tickets are $20 General Admission or $10 for Students and are available at Rockin Rudy’s, Morgenroth Music, Fact & Fiction, at the door or online at www.sormt.org.

WILLIAM PREUCIL will also conduct a masterclass on orchestral repertoire in the UM Music Recital Hall on Friday, September 18 from 12:00-2:00.

This event is FREE and open to the public.

Times may be tough for some of us, but there’s no doubt Missoula’s homeless and working poor share a bigger burden when it comes to navigating a rough economy. In fact, over 250 destitute Missoulians turn to Missoula’s Poverello Center daily for hot meals, showers, clothing and a warm place to sleep at night.

For over 35 years, Montana’s largest nonprofit homeless shelter has helped those who have no financial means to help themselves.

And the organization needs your help to sustain it.

That’s where this Saturday’s Fourth Annual Double Haul Fly Fishing Competition and Fundraiser comes into play. As the organization’s largest charity event, it helps the center stay open 24/7 in order to provide things like beds for up to 70 homeless people, as well as 100,000 meals per year for the hungry.

If you’re an expert angler, consider participating in the catch and release fly

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 10 Everybody likes free money, especially when it’s a grant. So learn how to persuade others to throw money at your next grant proposal during a writing workshop on the subject at UM’s Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library, Buckhous room 284, at 1 PM. Free. Register by e-mailing linder.schlang@umontana.edu or calling 243-5869.

If you find yourself getting titillated by topics like economic investment and innovation, then, by gosh, head over to see Michael Maibach, president and CEO of the European-American Business Council when he leads the World Affairs Council of Montana discussion on “U.S. and Europe–Future Megatrends” at 7 PM in the UC Ballroom. Free. Call 728-3328.

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Veterans can find support with trained facilitator Chris Poloynis every Mon. at 2 PM, when

fishing competition, which kicks off Saturday morning on the Clark Fork, Bitterroot and Blackfoot rivers.

If you’re not so hot with a rod, there’s always the banquet, which starts at 5 PM and features music by Bob Wire, dinner, an open bar and an auction emceed by Mayor John Engen.

Whether you decide to cast a fly, or simply head to the banquet, your contribution keeps someone from going hungry or having to sleep on the street.

–Ira Sather-Olson The Pov hosts its Fourth Annual Double Haul Fly Fishing Competition and Fundraiser Sat., Sept. 12, with fishing on the Clark Fork, Bitterroot and Blackfoot rivers during the day, followed by a banquet/auction at 5 PM in the Florence Building. Banquet tickets run $35/person, with various price packages for those wanting to fish. Call Ellie Boldman Hill at 218-9608 or 549-3489.

PTSD group Spartans Honour meets at the Missoula Veterans Affairs Clinic, 2687 Palmer St. Free. Call 829-5400.

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 15 You can fight for peace in many different ways, but how about knitting for it? Find out when the group Knitting for Peace meets every Tue. from 11 AM–1 PM at the Jeannette Rankin Peace Center, 519 S. Higgins Ave. Free. Call 543-3955.

Find the strength and will to survive in the company of others during a breast cancer support group at St. Francis Xavier Parish, 420 W. Pine, every first and third Tue. of the month at noon. Free. Call 329-5656.

Curious about those peeps at Habitat for Humanity? Well, here’s your chance to find out more at Habitat 101, a history lesson of sorts and more, at the Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St., at 5:30 PM. Free.

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WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 16 You’ve migrated to the land o’ the free, now it’s time to started acting like us, so shop, shop, shop away your sorrows. Just kidding, but do head over to free U.S. Citizenship Courses, especially if you live in Kalispell, which start at 6 PM and run every Wed. until Nov. 18 at the Literacy Volunteers Office, 35 Fourth St. W. in Kalispell. Call 257-READ.

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CURSES, FOILED AGAIN – Police arrested Christopher Lee Anson, 23, for robbing a bank in Cannon Falls, Minn., after an officer stopped him for speeding during his getaway. According to the Rochester Post-Bulletin, the officer started writing a ticket but heard the call about the robbery and asked Anson for his address to mail him the ticket, then sped off to the crime scene. When the officer saw the bank’s surveillance video, he recognized the robber as the man he’d stopped for speeding. Police found Anson at the address he provided.

Police arrested Lawrence Neal, 45, for purse snatching in Eastpointe, Mich., after he was “captured by his own seat belt,” according to Detective Lt. Leo Borowsky. Noting that Neal used his turn signals throughout the chase, Borowsky said the suspect tried to bail out of his vehicle, got his right leg tangled in the seat belt and was dragged several hundred feet before the vehicle stopped. Neal suffered a broken leg ENERGY DRAIN – The Energy Department wastes millions of dollars a year by failing to use thermostats that automatically dial back the temperature when nobody is around, according to an inspector general’s audit of 55 buildings at four department sites. The report said the department could save more than $11.5 million a year with setback controls that adjust the heating and air conditioning at night and on weekends. The New York Times noted that such thermostats are already installed in most locations but aren’t being used. Cathy Zoi, an assistant energy secretary, said that if the report could motivate officials to start using the thermostats, “then it’s fantastic.”

MONKEY SEE, MONKEY DO – Russell Gortzig, 13, was hospitalized with multiple burns in Deltona, Fla., after imitating a YouTube posting of a man in a banana suit lighting himself on fire. WESH.com reported that a friend siphoned gasoline from a riding lawnmower and poured it on Gortzig, who held a lighter away from him, but a combination of the spark and fumes caught his shorts on fire. Linda McCrea said YouTube is at least partially to blame for her son’s pain, although a representative of the video-sharing web site said it takes in 20 hours of video every minute and is unable to screen postings in advance.

ODD ENDING – Ken Kitamura, 19, a student at Japan’s Osaka Institute of Technology, drowned in the Yodogawa River when the concrete canoe he was testing for a school project capsized. Mainichi Japan reported Kitamura wasn’t wearing a life jacket.

TUMBLING TUBBIES – Bigger butts reduce hip fractures, according to Canadian researchers, who found added weight provides more cushioning when overeaters fall. Since 1985, hip fractures among women have declined 32 percent, 25 percent for men, Bill Leslie, a professor of medicine at the University of Manitoba, told the Toronto Star. The researchers stressed that obesity should not be regarded as a hip-protection strategy.

SECOND-AMENDMENT FOLLIES – Larry Tenbrink, 61, was watching television at home in Mount Vernon, Wash., when he heard his chickens “carrying on,” he told the Skagit Valley Herald. He grabbed his .22 caliber pistol, headed outside and spotted an opossum the size of a large cat. Tenbrink said he went to shoot the animal but pulled the trigger too soon and shot himself in the right thigh.

A 38-year-old man told sheriff’s deputies in Carvers Bay, Ga., he and another were practicing with a rifle at a hunting club when he tried to shoot some dragonflies. Just then, the other man walked in front of him and was shot in the head. The Georgetown Times said the victim insisted the shooting was accidental.

SLIPPERY SOLUTION – Rather than spend $8,800 to repair their broken surveillance system, managers of a residential property in Xi’an, China, smeared 220 pounds of butter on the gas pipelines that run outside the buildings, making them too slippery for burglars to climb to sneak into apartments.

SLIGHTEST PROVOCATIONS – A 28-year-old Cleveland barber tried to rob a store two doors down from his barbershop because it sold him bad beef jerky. The Plain Dealer reported the owner recognized the barber and chased him outside with a baseball bat. The barber said the beef jerky made him and his dog sick.

A 58-year-old man smacked a 64-year-old woman and then threatened her husband with a kitchen knife after his luck turned bad playing UNO in Orem, Utah, police Lt. Gary Downey told the Salt Lake Tribune.

Police called to a fight in Allentown, Pa., found a 25-year-old man had been stabbed. The Morning Call said the victim identified Eric Thomas, 50, as the stabber and told police the two men began fighting after they argued over the tying of the victim’s daughter’s shoelaces.

Violence broke out among spectators at a basketball game in Guangdong, China, after supporters of one team accused the other team of using a player who was too tall. The Guangzhou Daily reported that Huizhou Qiaoxing of the Dream Basketball League, which was set up for players of shorter stature, with a height limit 1.88 meters (6 feet 2 inches), signed three-time national slamdunk champion Hu Guang, whose height is listed as 1.95 meters. The coach of the opposing Shenzen Kuruite demanded officials verify Hu’s height, but he wouldn’t stand up straight and measured 1.87 meters. Shenzen forfeited in protest, sending Hu’s team to the finals. Shenzen fans disrupted that game, causing officials to stop it at halftime. Other spectators, upset the game had been stopped, then smashed up five cars with Shenzhen license plates outside the arena.

CRUISIN’ FOR A BRUISIN’ – Authorities arrested a 22-year-old man in Silverdale, Wash., who started a fight with five people by throwing rocks at them. Kitsap County sheriff’s deputies said the suspect explained he was training for the Ultimate Fighting Championship but had never been in a fight before and told the men, ages 15 to 50, he “needed practice getting knocked out so he could prepare.”

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCE – Arizona’s Maricopa Unified School District suspended middle school principal Stephanie Sharp, whom it accused of engaging in “unprofessional and immoral conduct” by routinely leaving school to carry on with the father of a student.

The Arizona Republic reported one incident when a woman called the school to say her husband would be picking up their children at school and had a gun. Officials locked down the school but couldn’t find Sharp. When she finally answered her phone, she reportedly told staffers she was in a hotel room with the woman’s husband.

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Pearl is a sweet, friendly Pitbull who is an interesting pewter color. She has recently had pups (who will be available for adoption in a month or so), but she's already beginning to think ahead to life as more of a pet, instead of just being a good mom!

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This handsome fellow was left in a carrier on the shelter porch, so we understand why he's a bit puzzled about life right now. He's a quiet cat who would appreciate a stable new home where he would feel safe and loved.

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We have several black and white cats at the shelter right now, and Rollo is one of our favorites. He's been very patient about waiting for a new home, but that rather sad look on his face will be a happy one just as soon as a new family chooses him.

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THINK BIG BY

THINKING

SMALL

Can “hamster power” help save the West’s landscapes—and the world?

by Judith Lewis illustrations by Paul Lachine In the spring of 2003, Dan Fink got a hamster named Skippy to power a nightlight. It took some imagination. First, Skippy had to be no ordinary hamster, but one of the Syrian variety, a breed that runs particularly fast and goes all night. Next, for all his relative speed, it turned out Skippy could only chug along at 60 revolutions per minute, too slow to charge a battery or generate a volt, so Fink had to build him an alternator out of extremely strong magnets. And then there was Skippy’s noisy exercise wheel, which was not only obnoxious, but a waste of energy. Fink solved that by retrofitting it with a smooth ball-bearing.

Finally, after Fink glued 14 magnets to a steel ring and fashioned two coils out of 30-gauge wire, he mounted the whole contraption on Skippy’s

cage. He then hooked up two LED lights to the alternator. Together, they shone bright enough for Fink to find the bathroom in the dead of night.

And even though the little rodent was voltagedeficient, “he had torque to spare,” Fink says. So he added another light, and another, the resistance increasing with each new load. He got up to six lights before Skippy showed any fatigue.

Fink, with his friend Dan Bartmann, co-owns the company Forcefield, and lives off the grid in the mountains above Fort Collins, Colo. If you have space for a 30-foot tower, the Forcefield guys will help you build a backyard wind turbine and hook up to your local utility. They talk about the physics of electricity the way other people talk about their favorite bands.

“Did you know you can see electrical charges?” Fink says. “That’s why metals look

shiny. You’re seeing electrons absorbing photons and emitting them back at you.”

Fink acknowledges that hamster power is a bit silly. “I only did it because kids wrote in to ask us,” he says. But the experiment demonstrates a principle that science-minded eighth-graders understand better than many adults: One way of generating electricity is to spin a wheel of magnets around metal, or a metal wheel around a magnet. And there are many different ways to get that wheel to spin.

Wind will do it, and so will a waterfall. Steam will, too, whether raised by burning coal, splitting atoms or with the concentrated energy of the sun. The principle remains the same: Mechanical energy creates electrical energy when electron-conducting metal travels through a magnetic field.

Fink, who considers education to be Forcefield’s primary business, believes our wide-

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spread ignorance about the workings of watts and volts has gotten us into trouble. “People call us all the time and say, ‘I’m worried about climate change! I want to put solar panels on my roof,’” Fink says. “But then we find out their houses aren’t insulated, and they’re using incandescent light bulbs during the day. We make them do all the cheaper things before we teach them how to make their own power.”

When people do make their own power—on their rooftops, or with a 30-kilowatt microturbine installed in the basement—they pay more attention to how they use it. They replace kitchen lights with compact fluorescents and reading lights with LEDs. They might even turn the lights off altogether for a few hours.

Electricity generated Forcefield’s way—close to home and in small batches—is called distrib-

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uted generation. It’s the way Thomas Edison originally delivered electricity back in 1882, when he built the United States’ first power plant in Manhattan and provided energy to just 60 customers. In the last decade or so, ever since California became the first state to open its energy markets to individual competitors, distributed generation has been sputtering back into the U.S. energy mix, making a dent in energy demand and securing supplies where blackouts mean disaster. It allows an ordinary electricity consumer to become a one-person power plant, and guarantees that a business can weather a downed power line without incident.

Local power plants are not always easier on the planet than the ginormous remote kind, but at least their pollution is immediate and visible, which makes it easier to clean up before it goes global. “Small-scale operations, no matter how numerous,” wrote E.F. Schumacher in his 1973 book, Small is Beautiful, “are always less likely to be harmful to the natural environment than large-scale ones, as their individual force is small in relation to the recuperative forces of nature.”

And local, small power plants operate close to the buildings where people live and work, so they sacrifice less energy to transmission. Their waste heat can be used to warm rooms and water, in a process called combined heat-and-power (CHP), which doubles a generator’s efficiency. In some cases, that waste heat can turn another fluid into gas to spin another turbine and make yet more electricity.

So why aren’t we turning en masse to local generation to offset coal-fired power and reduce carbon dioxide emissions? The short answer is that, ever since 1895, when Nikola Tesla and George Westinghouse lit up Buffalo, N.Y., with an alternating current generated 90 miles away at Niagara Falls, the developed world has acted as if all our power plants were waterfalls located far from the cities that need light. The longer answer requires taking a close look at energy policy in the United States: Who makes money on it and how it moves forward.

A revised blueprint that can accommodate smaller, scattered systems would have to be more complicated and would strain and confuse the transmission system that evolved over the last century. That system was set up for the utilities that once owned and controlled every part of the electricity business, from generators to distribution lines to transmission corridors—utilities that, for more than a century, found that the bigger the plant, the more efficient it was, and the cheaper the power that came from it. Whether overhauling the system is worth it depends on a lot of factors, one of them being money. And, perhaps, how desperate we are for solutions.

Miniature solutions You’ve probably heard the statistics already: Global greenhouse gas emissions have increased 70 percent since 1970, and our energy-squandering ways are to blame. Coal-fired power accounts for nearly a third of all energy-related greenhouse gas emissions in the United States; natural gas power another 10 percent. If our emissions

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remain the same, the oceans will continue to rise and submerge island nations, species will continue to go extinct, and millions of acres of fertile soil will continue to turn to punishing dust.

We may be able to avert the worst of these consequences, say a team of scientists in the journal Nature, if we cut our carbon emissions

slightly more than 90 percent of it fossil-fueled or nuclear—those numbers seem hardly worth discussing.

But even that report—which Congress ordered the Energy Department to complete in accordance with the 2005 energy bill—finds few reasons not to scale down more of our power and

to half of what they were in 1990. In the United States alone, that means reducing carbon by 3.5 billion metric tons, the equivalent of retiring all of our coal-fired and natural gas power plants.

In many environmental circles, these facts have been used to support a simple argument: Anything done to displace coal-fired power is good. We need big solutions and massive invest-

move it closer to home. The authors argue that the days of “economies of scale,” as they apply to electrical power generation, are over: The improved technology and efficiency of small-scale systems means that it no longer costs less per kilowatt to build giant plants.

That’s not to say that we don’t need largescale renewable energy to help replace fossil fuels. Electricity generated at big wind farms costs

“Whether overhauling the system is worth it depends on a lot of factors, one of them being money.

And, perhaps, how desperate we are for solutions.” ments in energy projects, centralized and large like the old ones, only cleaner. Small solutions will take too long.

And maybe that’s true. A 2007 Department of Energy report estimates that 12 million independently owned small onsite generators, or “DG units,” currently operate in the United States, with a combined capacity of only 2,000 megawatts. Roughly half of those megawatts are from solar photovoltaic cells, which produce electricity by absorbing the sun’s photons and liberating electrons. In a country with a little more than 1 million megawatts of generating capacity—

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5 cents per kilowatt-hour, well below the national retail electricity average of 10 cents. With production tax credits, the price drops to 3 cents per kilowatt-hour, which is hard to beat. Photovoltaic solar still costs 30 cents per kilowatt-hour compared to 15 cents per kilowatt-hour for large-scale concentrating solar power (CSP), which uses suntracking mirrors to focus the sun’s energy, and can be scaled up to hundreds of megawatts.

Nor does it mean that distributed energy alone can solve all, or even most, of our energy problems. The precise benefits of millions of small generators infiltrating the U.S. power sup-

ply are difficult to predict, even for the Energy Department. (Doing so would require “a complete dataset of the operational characteristics for a specific site,” and success would be “highly improbable.”) But to trivialize distributed generation’s potential is to assume that our problems stem only from the fuel we use to make electricity, not from the model we use for generating it.

There are many indications that large solutions will take longer than small ones. Even leaving aside the land-use issues and lengthy permitting processes that may bog down large-scale renewable projects for years, the Midwestern Independent System Operator estimates that just to bring wind energy from the Great Plains to cities will require building $80 billion worth of transmission lines, amounting to more than half the circumference of the earth. We’re also in a deep recession.

“When the capital market returns, the small, fast, modular projects will recover much faster than the big, slow, lumpy ones,” says Rocky Mountain Institute founder Amory Lovins, who has been advocating for distributed generation for 30 years.

“Central power plants with capital costs in the billions can’t get financing at all.” Collectively, the benefits of distributed energy—Lovins counts 207 of them—“increase the value of smaller systems by a factor of 10.

That’s enough to flip any investment decision.”

As with Dan Fink’s experiment with Skippy and the wheel, the transition to small and local after a century of large and distant may take some imagination. “What you’re really talking about,” Lovins says, “is the flowering of a million miniature solutions.”

Pioneering onion power There’s another lesson to be learned from Skippy, who in his living hamster-ness reminds us once again that not all fuels are fossil. And just as there are many ways to spin a turbine, there are lots of ways to make fuel. You can even extract it from your garbage.

Ten years ago, Steve and David Gill weren’t thinking about energy solutions. They were looking for something to do with the 200,000 to 300,000 pounds a day of waste they had left over from peeling and chopping onions for salsa companies and supermarkets. They originally tried using it for compost on the 15,000 acres of onion fields they tend in Oxnard, Calif., but as their business grew, it became, Steve Gill says, “a huge, stinking mess.”

The Gills had been hit hard by the California energy crisis in the summer of 2000, when the manipulation of the state’s electricity market caused blackouts across the state. It made Steve Gill think: What if onion waste could somehow be turned into energy?

Gill called his friend, Bill Deaton, a chemical engineer and energy consultant from Kayenta, Utah. Deaton had an idea for seeding the Gills’ onion waste with tiny bugs that would digest the waste and turn it into methane. “Digester gas,” as it’s called, has already been made from beer waste to run boilers at breweries; dairy farmers from Maryland to California feed digesters with

manure and make a profit on the fuel. New York City makes 4.7 billion cubic feet of methane from its wastewater sludge. No one, however, had yet made methane from onions.

Deaton consulted the California Biomass Collective at the University of California at Davis, which determined that the sugar in onions makes them particularly nutritious food for microbes.

He got a Dutch company, Biothane, to build a specialized digester.

“It’s heaven for microbes in the digester,” Deaton says. “We give them the right temperature, the right pH, and make the food available.

They eat all this stuff, and they develop gas. That’s methane.”

Deaton and Gill elected to use the digester gas in a fuel cell. A fuel cell makes electricity through chemistry. It works like a battery that never needs recharging, as long as you keep feeding it hydrogen. FuelCell Technology Inc. of Danbury, Conn., manufactures a fuel cell that converts methane to hydrogen internally, mixing hydrogen electrons with oxygen electrons to make electricity, heat and water. It’s quiet, emits nothing and with combined heat-and-power, it runs at 90 percent efficiency.

Fuel cells have limitations. They need pristine methane to run properly; the sulfur that stings your eyes when you chop an onion will poison a delicate fuel cell. The California Energy Commission awarded a $106,000 grant to an Illinois company, Gas Technology Institute, to figure out how to take the sulfur out of the onions.

The solution will extend to other agricultural wastes in the future.

The system will take a few months to ramp up, says Deaton. The microbes, which came from Anheuser Busch—they’re “beer bugs,” Deaton says—have to adapt, eat and digest before sufficient gas can be harvested. For now, the Gills’ two 300-kilowatt fuel cells operate on natural gas, connected up to Southern California Edison’s grid. They inoculated the digester on June 8, and expect to have onion fuel by the end of the year.

The state and federal governments have been supportive: California’s Public Utilities Commission ponied up $2.8 million from its SelfGeneration Incentive Program, and the Gills will get another $1.8 million from the federal government, money that would have trickled in as an investment tax credit before February’s stimulus bill turned it into a grant. The entire project, including all the research, cost $9 million, but the Gills will save hundreds of thousands of dollars every year on waste disposal. With the incentives, he expects it to pay for itself within five years. And he can be confident about the math: Although natural gas prices fluctuate wildly several times a year, the price of onion gas is always the same.

Steve Gill acknowledges that his transition to local power was far from simple. Negotiations with Southern California Edison were “time-consuming,” he says. (Utilities typically extract a number of significant fees for the transition to local power.) He might have given up were he not intent on “getting rid of a huge problem,” he admits. And “now we’ve turned the whole thing into a demonstration project.”

The University of California at Santa Barbara has adopted Gills Onions as a teaching model for other agricultural operations, and now Steve Gill goes around, he says, “helping other guys do this thing. Because really, you shouldn’t have any waste out of a food plant. There’s a use for everything.”

Clinging to coal, oil and natural gas E.F. Schumacher wrote Small is Beautiful 36 years ago, when political shifts in the Middle East suddenly awakened the world to the reality that its petroleum might not last forever. In the years that followed, we were supposed to start driving smaller cars, wearing cardigans in the house and plastering our rooftops with solar panels.

Congress passed the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act (PURPA) in 1978, requiring utilities to buy electricity from independent renewable generators at competitive rates. Millions of solar roofs were set to bloom.

But it didn’t happen. Instead, cars got big again and the sweaters came off, along with the solar panels on Reagan’s White House roof. And large, centralized fossil-fuel plants solidified their hegemony: Between 1980 and 1999 in the United States, 155 new coal plants came online.

Photovoltaics and wind could not begin to compete with the price of electricity generated from coal. Consequently, PURPA did little to promote any kind of renewable energy except combined heat-and-power.

Coal’s steady pulse of cheap electrons seduced us into doubting whether efficiency itself was worth the trouble. While a few states have followed California’s lead in “decoupling” utility profits from electricity sales, for most of our electrical history, utilities made a profit per kilowatthour. Along with those profits came a parade of gadgets to encourage profligacy: electric canopeners and toothbrushes, garage-door lifters and dishwashers, all of them creating a need where there once wasn’t even a desire. GE, as its slogan went, brought good things to life.

In an essay published in the 1983 book Nuclear Power: Both Sides, Amory Lovins described how French energy-efficiency planners in the 1970s figured out that most of their electricity went into heating buildings. Because France fueled almost all of its generators with oil, and oil supplies were suddenly in peril, efficiency experts started looking to other sources—waste heat from on-site generators, passive solar, natural gas—to warm the country’s buildings.

At the same time, however, the country’s energy supply planners, “who were far more numerous and influential in the French government,” discovered nuclear power. By the mid1980s, the country had more than 50 reactors, generating so much electricity that heating buildings with it didn’t seem so wasteful anymore. In fact, “the only way they would be able to sell all that electricity would be for electrical heating.”

Lovins’ point was this: If you start at the consumer end, you can calculate how much energy we need to live and build what you need to supply it. If you start at the supply end, you predict future demand by adding numbers to the current demand. And you can only satisfy that demand with ever-larger supplies of power.

If it’s hard to separate reliable electricity from behemoth generators, it’s harder still to think of getting by without coal, oil or natural gas. As former Energy Secretary James Schlesinger and Energy Department veteran Robert L. Hirsch wrote in a recent editorial for the Washington Post, “Solar and wind electricity systems must be backed up 100 percent by other forms of generation to ensure against blackouts. And in today’s world, that backup power can only come from fossil fuels.”

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They’re partly right: In general, wind farms and solar plants generate power at the mercy of nature. But as onion fuel demonstrates, backup power can come from multiple sources. It can even come from the sun.

Small-scale sun power About 2,500 miles across the Pacific, Darren Kimura has a cough. “It’s the ‘vog’,” he says on the phone, a condition that occurs when ash from Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano mixes with moisture-laden southern breezes. “I’m allergic to it.”

Still, he soldiers on to explain the mechanics of the organic Rankine cycle, the process his company, Sopogy, uses in its compact concentrating solar thermal power generators to make and store electricity.

“In the ‘organic’ Rankine cycle, you use organic fluids,” he explains, such as liquid propane, which changes based on the temperature. As with large-scale concentrating solar thermal plants, sun-tracking mirrors in Sopogy’s technology focus sunlight on a container of fluid. As the fluid flashes to gas, it spins a turbine. While batteries store electrons, a Sopogy collector simply stores heat, “like a thermos,” says Kimura, so the miniature solar collector can extend the solar day and generate power through the vog.

“Storing thermal energy is cheap, and the system lasts for 30 years.”

A typical Sopogy unit weighs 150 pounds, measures about 12 feet by 5 feet and puts out 250 kilowatts at 392 degrees Fahrenheit. The unit doesn’t even need flat land: Sopogy has tucked a 1-megawatt system into four lava-encrusted acres at the Natural Energy Laboratory on the Big Island. Kimura tells only potential clients the full price of the system, but he promises that a Sopogy collector can generate electricity at 20 cents per kilowatt-hour, 10 cents less than photovoltaic solar. As with photovoltaics, that cost will drop as manufacturing scales up.

Kimura is a slightly built 34-year-old, who looks even younger in person. But he’s studied energy ever since his parents helped build Hawaii’s space observatories, putting their son to work wiring the utility substations that powered the telescopes. At an early age, he realized that his state had energy problems.

“We can’t build more power plants, but we’ve had a soaring demand for power,” he says. “I had an incentive early on to care about efficiency.”

Later, he worked on a voltage-regulation device that would even out loads from distributed generators across small local grids. In Portland, Ore., in the 1990s, he helped the federal government develop efficiency standards for Energy-Star appliances.

Nine years ago, Kimura came back to Hawaii to apply his expertise to the state’s peculiar energy problems. Hawaii has long been nearly 100 percent dependent on oil, but Gov. Linda Lingle has set an ambitious goal of securing 70 percent of the state’s energy from renewables by 2030.

“We have a very limited amount of land and unique conditions,” Kimura says. “We need to use our local resources. We needed to do something conventional and simple, something a plumber could understand, because you can’t fly a consultant in from California every time you have a problem.”

Because a Sopogy system is “just metal and a steam turbine,” Kimura says, it’s possible to “manufacture them in an automotive parts factory with the same equipment, the same press, the same

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laborer who once made the car frame window.”

The Hawaiian government has given Kimura $10 million to fund more research, and the vice president of the state’s major utility, the Hawaiian Electric Co., has been an enthusiastic backer. With recent publicity about large concentrating solar plants in California’s Mojave Desert, requests for quotes from Sopogy have gone from one a month to 15 a week. Kimura has tested the system in Abu Dhabi, in Washington state and in Spain. This summer, the company will install 50 megawatts of solar power spread over several small installations in Toledo, Spain.

Kimura’s system is not the only way to get small-scale non-photovoltaic electricity from the sun. An Arizona company called Stirling Energy Systems has built six 25-megawatt solar generators using engine technology originally invented

by Robert Stirling, a Scottish minister, in 1816.

Mirrored dishes focus the sun’s heat on hydrogen gas, which turns small electric generators as it expands and contracts. The gas never escapes or runs out; it’s not being burned so much as put to work.

But Stirling is thinking big: The company has contracts with both Southern California Edison

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and San Diego Gas & Electric to supply 1,600 megawatts of power in installations of 300 megawatts or more by 2012, backed by $100 million invested by an Irish developer in April 2008.

But that sum represents less than a 20th of the system’s estimated cost, and the technology has yet to be demonstrated on such a large scale. In poor developing countries, though, with few capital reserves, small concentrating solar generators have already been deployed by the Solar Turbine Group of Cambridge, Mass. The nonprofit has installed two such systems, one and three kilowatts each, to provide electricity and hot water to rural villages in the Southern African country of Lesotho. More will follow.

Big business obstacles A few years into deregulation in California, when people were getting stranded in elevators and produce rotted in coolers during blackouts, distributed energy seemed once again to be the wave of the future. The push toward small and local began when the state partially deregulated the electricity markets in 1996; it continued on through 2000, when the Public Utilities Commission established uniform statewide stan-

dards for distributed systems to connect up to the grid.

Yet for all the technologies that have sprung up around that effort, from microturbines to photovoltaics poured into shingles, California’s major investor-owned utilities have not exactly encouraged their customers to invest in their own small generators. Indeed, as former state Energy Commissioner John Geesman put it two years ago, “There’s an ongoing schizophrenia in state energy policy between what we say we want to do and what we actually allow to happen.” Eloquent state reports hail the advantages of distributed energy, but the state regulates utility profits in such a way that customer-owned generation shrinks utilities’ earnings. The current rules make a $700 million steam-generator replacement at a nuclear power plant, or a $2 billion transmission line, appear to be sound investments, because the utility can bill customers for their cost and upkeep.

“Large utility-owned power plants, transmission and distribution lines, electric and gas meters all contribute to the revenue stream (of investor-owned utilities),” says Bill Powers, an electrical engineer and energy consultant in San Diego, Calif. “The more a utility owns, the more it earns.”

The profit is not trivial: The California Energy Circuit reports that Pacific Gas & Electric chief executive Peter Darbee earned $8.7 million last year, 5 percent more than the year before, despite a reported $79 billion in average annual losses due to blackouts.

Damon Franz, a regulatory analyst with the California Public Utilities Commission, says that none of the investor-owned utilities that dominate the state have a direct monetary incentive to encourage distributed generation.

But he notes that some utilities pursue some distributed energy anyway, simply because it’s good public relations. Southern California Edison has conducted workshops to support customers wanting to take advantage of the California Solar Initiative, a program that pays cash incentives for photovoltaic systems. PG&E helps people connect new systems to the grid in record time.

PG&E has also been worried about losing those eco-minded and progressive customers. In 2007, just as a coalition of San Francisco environmentalists and consumer groups, including the local Sierra Club and the Democratic Party, unveiled plans to break free of the utility, PG&E launched a $10 million marketing effort called “Let’s Green This City.” The San Francisco County Board of Supervisors responded by approving the activists’ plan, allowing the city to take advantage of a 2002 law that permits cities and groups of cities to shop among independent producers for power. “Clean Power San Francisco” has now set a goal of securing 51 percent of its power from renewable sources, including digester gas-powered fuel cells and microturbines, by 2017.

“Distributed generation is a core part of the city’s goals,” says Michael Campbell, the program’s director.

Two decades after the French went nuclear, Amory Lovins and a group of co-authors published the book Small is Profitable: The Hidden Economic Benefits of Making Electrical Resources the Right Size. In it, they argued that the free market has already begun to favor distributed energy over centralized energy, as deregulation and

restructuring “exposed the previously sheltered power-plant builders to brutal market discipline,” and shifted the economics toward local power.

“Central thermal power plants stopped getting more efficient in the 1960s, bigger in the ’70s, cheaper in the ’80s and bought in the ’90s,” they write. “At the same time, new kinds of ‘micropower’ generators thousands or tens of thousands of times smaller—microturbines, solar cells, fuel cells, wind turbines—started to become serious competitors.”

Speaking by cell phone as he waits for a plane in Denver, Lovins has some advice for beleaguered utilities. “If you’re AT&T and somebody invents this new thing called a ‘cell phone,’ do you hunker down and just hope cell phones go away, or do you get into the wireless business?

“Utilities should be treating distributed generation as a source of profit and competitive advantage rather than as a competitive threat,” Lovins continues. “It’s hard to get their heads around a lot of little things instead of a few big things, which is what they’re really good at. But if they want to provide low-cost reliable power for the least amount of risk, distributed generation can do it for them. The barriers to smaller systems are really cultural, not technical and economic.”

There are some signs that utilities, investorowned and municipal, understand what it means to adapt, even if they haven’t embraced the change. Lovins notes that Idaho Power, an investor-owned utility in a state with no renewable energy goals, used to install, lease and maintain photovoltaic systems for its off-grid rural cus-

tomers. The utility ended that program in 1997, a move its renewable energy specialist, Scott Gates, still laments. “I liked it,” he says. “It provided a real service, (and) it made financial sense, because we didn’t have to construct distribution lines at $20,000 a mile.” The program no longer fit with the utility’s post-deregulation business model, so it left the market to other solar

Energy is using nine of Sopogy’s solar collectors to air condition a 45,000 square-foot office building in Downey, Calif. And while San Diego Gas & Electric’s plans for 52 megawatts of tracking photovoltaic panels were recently thwarted by regulators who deemed them overpriced (at $7 per watt), the utility has been busily installing “smart” meters in its customers’

“There’s an ongoing schizophrenia in state energy policy between what we say we want to do and what we actually allow to happen.”

—John Geesman, former California energy commissioner providers. But Gates still writes checks at the end of the year to people who generate surplus power on their rooftops.

Southern California Edison is negotiating with state regulators to install 250 megawatts of distributed solar on rooftops leased from ratepayers, adding to nearly 450 megawatts of currently interconnected photovoltaics. Sempra

homes and offices. The meters are one step toward a grid with advanced two-way communications to help utilities manage intermittent renewable power. It may also help integrate those plug-in hybrid cars that the new chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Jon Wellinghoff, envisions shoring up the grid over the next decade.

Edison had it right On a November day in 2007, Con Edison severed the last wire from the only remaining power plant Thomas Edison had established in New York City. Edison built the city’s electrical framework based on a low-voltage direct current that could barely make it across the street, but many of the city’s old buildings had remained wired for it.

The shuttering of the old power plant at 10 East 40th Street meant the utility had finally finished converting the city to alternating current. It was, reported the New York Times, “a final, vestigial triumph by Nikola Tesla and George Westinghouse.”

Then again, maybe not. For even as the city threw over Edison’s current, its energy planners have begun installing microturbines in office towers, fueling them with digester gas and recycling waste heat to warm the city’s buildings—in other words, steadily returning to the inventor’s distribution model, the one that required a power plant every mile or so. Had we followed that model all along, we might not now be wrangling with an invisible legacy of heat-trapping pollution.

Edison wasn’t right about everything. He spent decades battling Tesla’s technology, to no great purpose—these days, even the hamsters generate an alternating current. But the debate over local versus long-distance power may have finally tilted in his favor.

This story originally appeared in High Country News (www.hcn.org ). Judith Lewis is a contributing editor to the publication and writes from Venice, Calif.

the $$–$$$...$15 and over Ciao Mambo 541 S. Higgins Ave. 543-0377 Ciao Mambo, at the end of the Hip Strip on 4th and Higgins, serves up fresh, classic, immigrant style Italian food seven days a week. Terrific service and an extensive domestic and Italian wine list makes Ciao Mambo a hit for any occasion. Dinner only and take out service available. Ciaomambo.com or 543-0377. $$-$$$ Jakers 3515 Brooks St. • 721-1312 www.jakers.com Every occasion is a celebration at Jakers. Enjoy our two for one Happy Hour throughout the week in a fun, casual atmosphere. Hungry? Try our hand cut steaks, small plate menu and our vegetarian & gluten free entrees. Special senior menu & a great kids’ menu. For reservations or take out call 721-1312. $$-$$$ Korean Bar-B-Que & Sushi 3075 N. Reserve • 327-0731 We invite you to visit our contemporary Korean-Japanese restaurant and enjoy it’s warm atmosphere. Full Sushi Bar. Korean bar-b-que at your table. Beer and Wine. $$-$$$ Pearl Café & Bakery 231 E. Front St. • 541-0231 Country French Specialties, Bison, Elk, Fresh Fish Daily, delicious salads and appetizers. Breads and desserts baked in house.

Reservations recommended for the warm & inviting dining areas, or drop in for a quick bite in the wine bar. Now, you may go to our website Pearlcafe.US to make reservations or buy gift certificates, while there check out our gorgeous wedding and specialty cakes. Open Mon-Sat at 5:00. $$-$$$ Red Bird Restaurant & Wine Bar 111 N. Higgins Ave. • 549-2906 A hidden culinary treasure in the Historic Florence Hotel. Treat yourself to a sensuous dining experience, service, cuisine and ambiance delivered with creative and elegant detail. Seasonal menus featuring the freshest ingredients. New wine bar open Monday - Saturday, 5:00 - 10:30. Enter through the Florence Building lobby. $$-$$$

Scotty’s Table 131 S. Higgins Ave. • 549-2790 Share a meal on our park side patio or within the warm elegance of our location at the historic Wilma Building. Enjoy our seasonal menu of classic Mediterranean and European fare with a contemporary American twist, featuring the freshest local ingredients.

Serving lunch Tues-Sat 11:00-2:30, and dinner 7 days a week 5:00-Close. Beer and Wine available. $$-$$$ Sushi Bar & Japanese Cuisine 549-7979 Corner of Pine & Higgins Located in beautiful Downtown Missoula, serving traditional Japanese cuisine and exquisite sushi. Sushi Hana offers a variety of traditional and local favorites, including nigirisushi, maki-sushi rolls and sashimi. In addition, we offer Tempura, Teriyaki and appetizers with a delicious assortment of sauces. Expanded selection of sakes, beer and wine. Open 7 days a week for Lunch and Dinner. $$–$$$

$–$$...$5–$15 Biga Pizza 241 W. Main Street • 728-2579 Biga Pizza offers a modern, downtown dining environment combined with traditional brick oven pizza, calzone, salads, sandwiches, specials and desserts. All dough is made using a "biga" (pronounced bee-ga) which is a time-honored Italian method of bread making. Biga Pizza uses local products, the freshest produce as well as artisan meats and cheeses. Featuring seasonal menus. Lunch & dinner. Beer & Wine. Mon-Sat. $-$$ The Bridge Pizza Corner of S. 4th & S. Higgins Ave. 542-0002 Dine-In, Drive-Thru, Delivery... Truly a Missoula find. Popular with the locals. Voted Missoula's best pizza. Everything from hand-tossed, thin-crust, stone deck pizza to wild salmon burritos, free-range chicken, rice bowls, ribs, pasta, salads, soups, sandwiches & "Pizza by the Slice."

And now offering gluten-free dough. Local brews on tap and wine by the glass. Open every day for lunch & dinner. $-$$ Catalyst Cafe and Espresso Bar 111 N Higgins • 542-1337 Open daily from 7 am to 3 pm. Breakfast and lunch served all day, everyday. Huevos Rancheros, Omelets, Tomato

Lime and Tortilla Soup, Bing Cherry Salads, Fried Egg Sandwiches. Locally owned and operated since 1991.

Daily specials from our local farmers and ranchers. $-$$ Food For Thought 540 Daly Ave • 721-6033 Missoula “Original” Coffeehouse/Cafe located across from the U of M campus. Serving breakfast and lunch seven days a week. Also serving cold sandwiches, soups, salads, baked goods and an espresso bar til close. Mon thru Thurs 7am - 8pm Fri & Sat 7am - 4pm Sun 8am - 8pm. www.thinkfft.com $-$$ Good Food Store 1600 South 3rd West • 541-FOOD Our Deli features all natural made-to-order sandwiches, soup & salad bar, olive & antipasto bar, fresh deli salads, hot entrees, rotisserie-roasted free-range chickens, fresh juice, smoothies, organic espresso and dessert. Enjoy your meal in our spacious seating area or at an outdoor table. Open every day 7am - 10pm. $–$$ Hob Nob on Higgins 531 S. Higgins • 541-4622 Come visit our friendly staff & experience Missoula’s best little breakfast & lunch spot. All our food is made from scratch, we feature homemade corn beef hash, sourdough pancakes, sandwiches, salads, espresso & desserts. We also offer catering. www.justinshobnobcafe.com MC/V $-$$ HuHot Mongolian Grill 3521 Brooks • 829-8888 At HuHot you’ll find dozens of meats, seafood, noodles, vegetables and homemade sauces for the timid to the adventurous.

Choose your favorites from the fresh food bars. You pick ‘em…we grill ‘em. We are as carnivore, vegetarian, diabetic, lo-salt and low-carb friendly as you want to be! Start with appetizers and end with desserts. You can even toast your own s’mores right at you table. A large selection of beer, wine and sake’ drinks available. Stop by for a great meal in a fun atmosphere. Kid and family friendly. Open daily at 11 AM. $-$$ Iron Horse Brew Pub 501 N. Higgins • 728-8866 www.ironhorsebrewpub.com We're the perfect place for lunch, appetizers, or dinner. Enjoy nightly specials, our fantastic beverage selection and friendly,

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Featuring dishes from Thailand, Japan, Indonesia, Korea, Nepal, and Malaysia. Extensive hot and ice tea menu including bubble tea. Join us in our Asian themed dining room for a wonderful IZA experience. Open Mon-Sat, lunch and dinner. $-$$ The Mustard Seed Asian Café Located outside Southgate Mall Paxson St. Entrance • 542-7333 Contemporary Asian Cuisine served in our all new bistro atmosphere. Original recipes and fresh ingredients combined from Japanese, Chinese, Polynesian, and Southeast Asian influences to appeal to American palates. Full menu available in our non-smoking bar. Fresh daily desserts, microbrews, fine wines & signature drinks. Take out & delivery available. $$–$$$.

Noodle Express 2000 W. Broadway 541-7333 Featuring a mixture of non-traditional Chinese, Japanese, and Polynesian contemporary dishes.

Phone ahead ordering is enhanced with a convenient PickUp window. $-$$ Orange Street Food Farm 701 S. Orange St. • 543-3188 Don't feel like cooking? Pick up some fried chicken, made to order sandwiches, fresh deli salads, & sliced meats and cheeses. Or mix and match items from our hot case. Need some dessert with that?

Our bakery makes cookies, cakes, and brownies that are ready when you are. $-$$ Paul’s Pancake Parlor 2305 Brooks • 728-9071 (Tremper’s Shopping Center) Check out our home cooked lunch and dinner specials or try one of 17 varieties of pancakes. Our famous breakfast is served all day! Monday is all you can eat spaghetti for $6.95. Wednesday is turkey night with all of the trimmings for $6.95. Eat in or take-out. M-F 6am-7pm, Sat/Sun 7am-4pm. $–$$.

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The chocolate lovers paradise is now also a great place for lunch. With a total remodel, serving freshly made sweet and savory crepes, delicious quiches, soups, seasonal salads and artisanal European style pastries. And don't forget what's been keeping us busy since 2005; stop in and try our single origin, 100% Ecuadorian, hand crafted Truffles. www.poshchocolat.com. $-$$ Red Robin 2901 Brooks Street 406.830.3170 www.redrobin.com Half the price, twice the fun! Halfy Hour at the Southgate Mall Red Robin®! Half price bar drinks Monday – Friday, 4-6 p.m. and Monday – Saturday, 9-10 p.m.

Enjoy a drink with one of our insanely delicious Gourmet Burgers, Bottomless Steak Fries. Or, snack on one of our shareable starters with friends! $-$$ SA WAD DEE 221 W. Broadway • 543-9966 Sa-Wa-Dee offers traditional Thai cuisine in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Choose from a selection of five Thai curries, Pad Thai, delicious Thai soups, and an assortment of tantalizing entrees. Featuring fresh ingredients and authentic Thai flavors-no MSG! See for yourself why Thai food is a deliciously different change from other Asian cuisines. Now serving Beer and Wine! $-$$ Sean Kelly’s 130 West Pine 542–1471 Located in the HUB of the LOOP! Open for Lunch and Dinner, featuring a Sat.-Sun. Brunch 11-2pm. Great Fresh food With Huge Portions.

Traditional Irish fare combined with tasty specials from around the globe! FULL BAR, BEER, WINE, MARTINIS, 100% SMOKE FREE. "Where the Gaelic and the Garlic Mix!" $-$$ Staggering Ox 1220 SW Higgins • 542-2206 123 E Main • 327-9400 Home of the famous Clubfoot Sandwich - unique, portable, delicious! We serve fantastic sandwiches on fresh-baked bread. Now featuring a special summer menu. Call in your order and pick it up on your way to play $-$$

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The Stone of Accord 4951 N. Reserve St. • 830-3210 Serving Award Winning Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinners 7 days a week! All of your favorite Irish classics, plus a daily selection of Chef's specialties. A fully stocked bar, wine and liquor store and the Emerald Casino make The Stone of Accord the perfect place for an enjoyable meal. 6:30am-2:00am $-$$ Uptown Diner 120 N. Higgins 542-2449 Step into the past at this 50's 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 14 straight years. Great Food, Great Service, Great Fun!!

Monday - Sunday 8a.m. - 3p.m. $-$$ Westside Lanes 1615 Wyoming 721-5263 Visit us for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner served 8 AM to 9 PM. Try our homemade soups, pizzas, and specials. We serve 100% Angus beef and use fryer oil with zero trans fats, so visit us any time for great food and good fun. $-$$ Wok-ee Mountain Asian Restaurant 11300 US Hwy 93, Lolo 273-9819 Brand new Thai & Chinese cuisine featuring original recipes. Specializing in curry. Extensive menu, vegetarian options and many soup options as well including Vietnamese style pho, Tom Yum, wonton and more.

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$...Under $5 Bernice’s Bakery 190 South 3rd West 728-1358 Where Myrtle Avenue ends at Bernice's, a tiny bakery sits as a veritable landmark to those who enjoy homestyle baked goods, strong coffee, community, and a variety of delicious treats. Join us for lunch if you'd like. Crazy delicious. Crazy cheap. 30 years and still baking. Open Every Day 6AM to 8PM. $

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Butterfly Herbs 232 N. Higgins • 728-8780 Celebrating 37 years of great coffees and teas. Truly the “essence of 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. $ Cold Stone Creamery Across from Costco on Reserve by TJ Maxx & Ross 549-5595 Cold Stone Creamery, the ultimate ice cream experience! Our smooth and creamy ice cream is made fresh daily using our secret recipe. Come in for our weekday specials. Get $5 off ice cream cakes with your business card. Get Gift Cards any time. Treat yourself to a 10minute vacation at Cold Stone Creamery. $-$$ eMpanadas 728-2030 www.empanadalady.com eMpanadas are back! Indulge in your favorites at the Clark Fork River Market this Saturday, 8am to 1pm and at Downtown Tonight, Caras Park, Thursdays, June-August 5:30-8:30pm. Baked to perfection with fresh, local ingredients, 10 exquisite varieties of Argentine-style empanadas await you: Carne de búfalo, lamb, pollo, humita, and more. $ Indulge Bakery 700 SW Higgins Ave 544-4293 indulgebakery.wordpress.com Now open! Enjoy international flavors - Russian teacakes, pizzelles, baci di dama, as well as cupcakes, scones, specialty breads, with new specialties added daily. Get bread fresh from the oven between 3 & 5PM. Open M-F 7AM to 6:30PM, Sat 7AM-4PM. We're just around the corner from Bamboo Chopsticks. Stop in today. $ Junga Juice 1132 SW Higgins In Russell Square 830-3231 Junga Juice offers premium fruit and vegetable smoothies, juices and espresso drinks and an adventure that will

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Meet the NEW OWNER. Open 7-7. $ Le Petit Outre 129 South 4th West 543-3311 Twelve thousand pounds of oven mass…Bread of integrity, pastry of distinction, yes indeed, European handcrafted baked goods, Pain de Campagne, Ciabatta, Cocodrillo, Pain au Chocolat, Palmiers, and Brioche.

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by Ari LeVaux

Good milk vs. bad milk A mutant protein has invaded the world’s dairy supply, including, most likely, the jug of milk in your fridge. The protein, called A1 betacasein, is well known in the scientific community.

While most dairy companies, trade groups and government agencies consider it harmless, a growing body of research implicates A1 betacasein in diabetes, heart disease, autism and schizophrenia.

The original mutation is believed to have occurred 8,000 years ago, causing cow zero and its offspring to produce milk in which the amino acid histidine occupies the 67th position of the beta-casein protein found in milk solids.

The amino acid proline occupies that position in the non-mutant, original form of the A2 protein. Today, the average vessel of milk contains milk from many cows, with a mixture of both A1 and A2 beta-casein.

Keith Woodford, a professor of farm management and agribusiness at Lincoln University in New Zealand, is spreading the word about what he believes to be the dangers of milk containing A1 beta-casein. His book Devil in the Milk builds on more than 100 peer-reviewed studies to present a compelling case that A1 milk poses substantial health risks.

The book is a technical read, and conspiracy theorists will find it gripping, as Woodford details the extent to which corporations and government bodies with entrenched interests in maintaining A1 milk’s reputation have disputed, ignored and silenced evidence suggesting there might be a problem.

If Woodford is right, those fighting to sweep this research under the rug are endangering the health of millions, if not billions, and for little in the way of return. He says it would be a simple matter to completely remove A1 beta-casein from the word’s milk supply.

A New Zealand company, A2 Corporation, has patented means of testing cattle for the A1 mutation. The company assists dairies in switching their herds to A2 production, which takes about two generations, or 10 years. A2 Corporation also certifies dairies that produce pure A2 milk, and

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helps market it. While Woodford makes it clear neither he nor his family have any financial interest in A2 Corporation, it’s also clear he hopes the company succeeds.

Countries with the highest levels of A1 in their milk also have the greatest incidence of Type 1 diabetes and heart disease, Woodford explains. This observation inspired a study on rodents, in which one group of rats was fed A1 beta-casein and the other was fed A2. None of the A2 group developed diabetes, while half the A1 group did. Other animal studies implicate A1 in heart disease.

The evidence linking A1 milk to autism and schizophrenia follows similar lines: correlations in population studies and support from animal studies, but scarce research on human subjects.

Direct research on humans, Woodford explains, is fraught with ethical and practical difficulties: “The subjects of the trial would need to be identified as babies and then put on either A1 or A2 formula milk once breastfeeding ceased.

The trials would probably need to go on for many years, and the children prevented from eating any ‘ordinary’ dairy products. The parents of each child would need to give permission and be actively involved, but could not be permitted to know whether their beautiful and initially healthy baby was getting the A1 or A2 formula.”

A1 defenders have latched onto the lack of direct proof of a link between A1 milk and any diseases. There’s “not sufficient evidence for the claims being made by the marketers of A2 milk,” I

was told, via e-mail, by the National Dairy Council’s Stacey Stevens. “Reviews of the science to date confirm there’s no reason to think A2 milk might have health benefits beyond those of regular milk.”

This statement seems to dodge the fact that the issue I’d asked her about isn’t the supposed health benefits of A2 milk, but the possible health risks of A1 milk. Stevens responded to my initial query promptly, but I received no response when I asked her to clarify the Dairy Council’s position by agreeing to the statement, “There is no reason to think that A1 milk might have health risks.”

Stevens’ response is typical from the dairy industry. Woodford thinks it’s a result of fear that the public will get scared off of all milk.

“We’re comfortable that all milk, A1 milk, A2 milk, is really good for you and you should keep drinking it,” said Carole Inkster of the New Zealand Food Safety Authority in a New Zealand television report on A2 milk.

Fred Brenmuhl, of New Zealand Federated Farmers responded to the potential dangers of A1 milk by saying, “Stopping the consumption of milk products is probably more dangerous than anything else.”

If you wish to avoid A1 beta-casein, you have a few options: —Milk from goats and sheep doesn’t contain A1 beta-casein.

—Dairy products made from milk fat, like butter, don’t contain A1 beta-casein, even if the milk they were made from did. The jury is still out on the A1 content of cheese and yogurt.

Beyond the one-time expense and inconvenience of switching their herds, Woodford says there is little for the dairy industry to fear in the possibility that A2 milk is safer, and he regrets the industry continues to view the issue as more of a risk than opportunity. While frustrated, he isn’t completely surprised, even at resistance from within the scientific community. He cites many examples of slow acceptance of new medical ideas, including Robin Warren’s 1979 discovery that stomach ulcers are caused by bacteria. Warren received the Nobel Prize in 2005, Woodford writes, but in 2000 “the work was still being described as ‘controversial.’”

Filling the social calendar

This week I’m giving airtime to two western Montana food events.

The growing contingent of Bhutanese students in Missoula is planning it’s third annual “Chilies and Happiness” party at the PEAS Farm, scheduled for the “auspicious date of October 3,” according to organizer Tshewang Wangchuk.

It begins at 4 p.m. In addition to games, music, prayer-flag making, kids activities and other goings-on in celebration of Bhutanese culture in Missoula, the event has gained a deserving reputation for its massive, delicious and free Bhutanese feed for all who attend. Among other items on the menu, the meal is guaran-

teed to include ema-datse, the fiery signature dish of Bhutan, made with Bhutanese chilies grown at the PEAS Farm specifically for the occasion. And there’s an unconfirmed rumor that a certain columnist will be in town and at the event.

For more information, visit http://bhutaninmontana.blogspot.com. Elsewhere in the state, Pearl Miles wrote to announce that the Big Sky Country Harvest Festival also turns three this year.

The family-friendly event—Sept. 18–20, just outside Hot Springs —“encourages the exchange of goods, services and information for greater local and regional self-reliance.

Good Food + Good Price = Good Mood

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Farmers, gardeners, craftspeople, musicians, artists and others from Montana and adjacent states and provinces will showcase their mostly hand grown, handmade products for sale and barter. The event promises good food and many fun activities, including a play area for kids, arts/crafts, bring your musical instruments for music circles and informative speakers and workshops.”

Sound good. For more information, e-mail bigskycountryharvestfest@yahoo.com.

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when Chris Chafe, a composer from Stanford University, gives a lecture on “Making Music in Data-Rich Environments and Performing Music Together Over the Internet” in Room 105 of UM’s Music Building at 1 PM. Free.

The hustle and bustle of somkejumping comes alive for your kid during the Junior Smokejumper Experience as part of the Children’s Museum of Missoula’s Afterscool Adventures: World of Wonders program at the museum, 225 W. Front St., at 3 PM. $4.25/free under age 1. Call 541-PLAY to register.

Get your fresh produce up near Glacier, if you choose, every Thu. from 4–8 PM, as the Columbia Falls Farmers’ Market overtakes Nucleus Ave. and offers live music from 5–7:30 PM. Scotsman Paolo Nutini plays nothing but death metal at the Wilma Theatre Wed., Sept. 16, at 8:30 PM. $20 plus fees at Rockin Rudy’s and www.ticketweb.com.

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Home Resource’s Spontaneous Construction competition is still a few weeks away, but they want you, creative minds of Missoula, to submit artwork inspired by sustainability or the environment for a silent auction, as well as for teams to sign up to compete in the fest of “creative re-invention.” You’ll have until Sept. 18 to submit work, so get crackin’ and call 541-8300 or visit www.homeresource.org.

Wood sculptures by Joe Thompson astound your eyes while Mark Lagerstrom’s photos of Bitterroot vistas soothe the soul during an exhibit at Hamilton’s Frame & Shop Gallery, 325 Main St., through Oct. 21. Free.

The gallery is open Tue.–Fri. from 9 AM–5 PM and Sat. from 10 AM–1 PM. Call 363-6684.

If you can’t read this, you may be a baby below the age of 36 months, in which case the Missoula Public Library wants you for Tiny

Tales, a movement, music and singing program at 10:30 AM every Tue., Thu. and Fri. Free. Call 721-BOOK. Although they had the reception in late August, you can still see the ethereal silk images of Gail Cluff and unconventional collage of Steve Thomas through Oct. 17 at Hamilton’s Art City Gallery, 407 W. Main St. Gallery hours are Tue.–Sat. 11 AM–5 PM. Free. Call 363-4764.

Interactive story time with books by Karl Marx should stir some rebellion at Ready Set Read, an early literacy program for kids ages 3–7 that includes art projects and games (and kid friendly stories, of course) at the Children’s Museum of Missoula, 225 W. Front. St., at 11 AM. $4.25/free under age one. Call 541-7529.

Everybody likes free money, especially when it’s a grant. So learn how to persuade others to throw money at your next grant proposal during a writing workshop on the subject at UM’s Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library, Buckhous Room 284, at 1 PM. Free. Register by e-mailing linder.schlang@umontana.edu or calling 243-5869.

If you’re a total electronic music nerd like myself, get a dose of what the future holds

nightlife Put a smile on your face and a tune in your head—join guitarist Craig Wickham every Thu. from 5–7 PM at Red’s Wines & Blues in Kalispell. Free. Call 755-9463.

The valley’s haven for year-round thrashers, Fiftytwo Skatepark, on El Way past the Missoula Airport, hosts Girls’ Skate Club Night every Thu. at 6 PM, which means girls skate for free.

Guys are welcome, but should plan on parting with a few bucks. Call 542-6383.

Teens can channel their angst into something creative and non-destructive during the Missoula Art Museum’s Teen Open Studio night from 6–8 PM at the museum, 335 N. Pattee St. Free.

Get steak stuck in your teeth whilst celebrating A Carousel for Missoula and Dragon Hollow’s birthday’s during a dinner and auction for the two facilities at Caras Park starting with a social hour/silent auction at 6 PM, followed by dinner at 7. $45/$10 under age 12/ $350 table of eight. Call 549-8382. end your event info by 5 PM on Fri., Sept. 11, to calendar@missoulanews.com. Alternately, snail mail the stuff to Calendar Playa c/o the Independent, 317 S. Orange St., Missoula, MT 59801 or fax your way to 543-4367.

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Get your aural pipes cleaned when Sour D and the Pipecleaner sanitizes you with a show of blues at the Bitterroot Brewery, 101 Marcus St., at 6 PM. Free. Call 363-7468.

It’s time for fellowship with others in the comfort of a book when the Bitterroot Public Library’s Fellowship Club meets to discuss Changing the World from the Inside Out by Corrine McLaughlin at 6 PM in the west meeting room of the library, 306 State St. in Hamilton. Free. Call 363-1670.

The Palace Hotel turns 100 today, and what better way to celebrate than with a street dance featuring Zeppo and Secret Powers, as well as a beer tent and more, from 6–10 PM on Ryman Street between Broadway and Main streets. Free.

Ruskie culture hits Missoula when the Moscow Ballet holds auditions for kids ages 7–16 for a November production of the Great Russian Nutcracker at the Rocky Mountain Ballet Theatre School, 2704 Brooks St., at 6:30 PM. Free. Applicants must have dance experience, dress in dance attire and bring Pointe shoes. Call Charlene Campbell at 549-5155.

Feeling too straight and separate? Remedy that situation pronto at Gay Men Together, a safe and affirming place for gay and bisexual men, at 7 PM at the Western Montana Gay and Lesbian Community Center, 127 N. Higgins Ave., Ste. 202. Free. Call 543-2224.

Swallow your pride, grab up to seven doublespaced pages of your best verbiage, and bring it to this week’s Authors of the Flathead meeting for constructive critique at 7 PM in Room 151 of the Science and Technology Building on the Flathead Valley Community College campus. Free. Call 881-4066.

Soak in tales of grieving, bad judgement and stoners, as well as travels to New Orleans and occasional bouts of psychosis, when Annie La Ganga reads from her book Stoners and Self-Appointed Saints and Bill Cotter reads from his novel Fever Chart at Shakespeare and Company, 103 S. Third St. W., at 7 PM. Free. Call 549-9010.

It’s bound to get kinda wild as you watch a love affair between New Yorkers and a hawk during a screening of The Legend of Pale Male, part of the Wild Nights 2009 Best of IWFF series at the Roxy Theater, 718 S. Higgins Ave., at 7 PM. $4.

Peter Filkins, poet and German translator, discusses and dissects his translations of Ingeborg Bachmann’s poems during “Ingeborg Bachmann: Everyday War” at 7 PM at UM’s University Center Lounge. Free.

Call 243-5267.

Can you guess who gets the best access to healthcare out of a CEO, lab supervisor, janitor and unemployed mother? It’s painfully obvious, but find out more during a screening of the PBS documentary Unnatural Causes, Is Inequality Making Us Sick? at the University Center Theater at 7 PM. Free. Panel discussion with Matt Singer and Lee Tickell follows. Visit www.peaceandjusticefilms.org.

If you find yourself getting titillated by topics like economic investment and innovation, then, by gosh, head over to see Michael Maibach, president and CEO of the European-American Business Council when he leads the World Affairs Council of Montana discussion on “U.S. and Europe–Future Megatrends” at 7 PM in the UC Ballroom. Free. Call 728-3328.

Sandpoint, Idaho’s Jack Johnson-ish acoustic guitar slinger Justin Lantrip gets down with vino lovers when he plays The Cellars, 5646 W. Harrier, at 7:30 PM. $5. Wine tasting available, as is BBQ for purchase. Call 541-8463 or visit www.thecellars.net.

Watch as two parents crumble into uncivilized behavior brought about by a dinner

party that features only alcohol, as well as obsessive hopes of job promotion, and more during the Montana Actors Theatre production of Life x 3 at the Crystal Theatre, 515 S. Higgins Ave., at 7:30 PM. $10 person.

(See Theater in this issue.)

Bowling and karaoke go together like high fives and jello molds during Solid Sound Karaoke at Westside Lanes at 8:30 PM. Free. Call 541-SING. Bassackwards Karaoke turns your world underside-up every Thu. at 9 PM at Deano’s Casino on Airway Boulevard. Free. Call 531-8327.

Get your fix of improvised music with Sandy Bradford and Mark Souhrada when they host the jam at Los Caporales in Columbia Falls at 9 PM. Call 892-5025.

Join several hundred people and revel in the glory of debauchery when cheap well drinks and laptop-fueled hip-hop, crunk, electronic, pop and mashed-up tunes hit the Badlander every week where Dead Hipster DJ Night gets the booties bumpin’ and the feet stompin’ at 9 PM. $2.

Join the ranks of the Missoula Metal Militia, which brings metal DJs and bands to the Palace Lounge at 9 PM every Thu. Free.

Don’t expect black metal when Los Angeles’ Division Day plays the Palace at 9 PM, but do expect hipster approved mellow indie rock, along with opening support from Cincinatti’s Bad Veins and locals Places. $7.

(See Noise in this issue.)

See a plethora of patterns and colors after a few pitchers, and muster up the courage to belt out some classics too, and perhaps win a prize, during Kaleidoscope Karaoke every Tue.–Sun. at the Lucky Strike Casino, 1515 Dearborn Ave., at 9:30 PM. Free. Call 721-1798.

Dance with a cougar or two, or not, every Thu. at 10 PM when the James Bar, 127 W. Alder St., hosts The Social Club, featuring DJ Fleege spinning an expansive array of tech house and progressive electro dance tunes. Free.

Cross your karaoke sword with others under the influence of that music box you sing along to during Combat DJ and Karaoke nights, this and every Thu. at the Press Box, 835 E. Broadway St., at 10 PM. Free.

Rugged hipness (minus the pretentiousness) oozes out of their pores when they play Zootown: catch Vancouverites Big John Bates & the Voodoo Dollz when they play a set of garage-y rockabilly at the Top Hat at 10 PM. Cover TBA. Get yer country fix in acoustical form when honky tonk crooner Russ Nasset plays a solo set at the Old Post Pub, 103 W. Spruce St., at 10 PM. Free.

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If you missed it last week, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve another chance to see an opening for Missoula Now, a showcase of unconventional art at the Ceretana Studios, 801 Sherwood St., from Leslie Millar, Sheilah Healow, Linden How, Kim Shirley, Greg Chambers, Craig Wienke, Aimee L e w i s , M i k e Wa n z e n r e i d , Angelita Martinez, Genna Smith, Jessica Abel, Ladybird and Abe Coley from 5â&#x20AC;&#x201C;9 PM. Free.

Pillow stuffing, vinyl records and paint agglutinate with plexiglass to create unique 2-D and 3-D compositions when local artist Adelaide Every presents her exhibition â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Ssorted at the office of New West, 415 N. Higgins Ave., with a reception from 5â&#x20AC;&#x201C;8 PM. Free. E-mail buelba2@hotmail.com.

Get your buzz on just after work with a varied selection of vino when The Loft, 119 W. Main St., presents a weekly wine tasting every Fri. at 5:15 PM. $10.

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not all invited, but at least some of you are, and those that know are either members or insiders. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the case with Artini: Cocktail Party a soiree replete with popcorn, Pabst and a film in the cool confines of the Missoula Art Museum, 335 N. Pattee St. Cost TBA. You were supposed to sign up

by Sept. 7, but perhaps they have a slot left. Call 728-0447.

He strums and hums narratives while you eat high class beef: see the magic of Missoulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wunder guitarist Tom Catmull when he plays the Keep, 102 Ben Hogan Drive, at 7 PM. Free.

Enjoy a night of poetic delight when Peter Filkins reads and signs copies of After Homer: Poems at Shakespeare and Co., 103 S. Third St. W., at 7 PM. Free. Call 549-9010.

Acoustic rock, jangly guitars with techno riddims and â&#x20AC;&#x153;soaring vocalsâ&#x20AC;? mix with high energy rawk when t h e Tu r n O f f s , S u p e r c o o l e d Droplets and everChain play Zootown Brew, 121 W. Broadway St., at 7 PM. Free.

Zen drummers and Jackie Chanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son stir up trouble, and rock some sweet Mandarin and Cantonese punchlines, when the Missoula Public Library presents a screening of The Drummer at 7 PM as part of its World-Wide Cinema Series. Free.

Intended for mature audiences. Call 721-BOOK. Check Missoulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mr. Mushroom, aka Larry Evans, on the big screen during a special screening of Ron Mannâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s documentary Know Your Mushrooms at the Wilma Theatre at 9 PM. $5, with music by Andrea Harsell.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time for Mr. and Ms. Gay Missoula to be crowned, as well as the imperial crown prince and princess, during this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s installment of Montanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gay Pageant system, known as The Imperial Sovereign Court of the State of Montana, which starts its 2009 Coronation at 7 PM in the main bar of the Elks Lodge, 112 N. Pattee St. Cost TBA. Call 549-0542.

Expect an ethereal mix of forwardthinking electronic sounds mixed with acoustic instruments and more during the sixth annual Mountain

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Computer Music Festival, featuring performances by guest composer Chris Chafe, as well as performances by students, at 7:30 PM at the Phyllis J. Washington Park & Amphitheater, next to Mount Sentinel. $10/$5 students. Call 2435360. (See Spotlight in this issue.)

Jazz drowns out excessive patriotism on Patriot Day when James Wallace plays a show with JJ and the Argyles at the Cellars, 5646 W. Harrier, at 7:30 PM. $7, with wine tasting and barbecue available for purchase. Call 541-8463.

Details are slim, but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a solo dance performance by Judith Shotwell titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sailing by Nightâ&#x20AC;? at the Downtown Dance Collective, 121 W. Main St., at 7:30 PM. $12/limited seating. Call 541-7240.

Thrust yourself into the dreadful and deathly mind of Edgar Allen Poe as he tries to hammer out a detective story during the Montana Repertory Theatreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s educational outreach tour of Ron Fitzgeraldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Poe Project, at the Masquer Theatre, in UMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PARTV building, at 7:30 PM. $8. Call 243-2854 or visit www.montanarep.org. (See Scope in this issue.)

Watch as two parents crumble into uncivilized behavior brought about by a dinner party that features only alcohol, as well as obsessive hopes of job promotion, and more during the Montana Actorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Theatre production of Life x 3 at the Crystal Theatre, 515 S. Higgins Ave., at 7:30 PM. $12 person. (See Theater in this issue.)

You probably wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find any bleeding hearts when an overswell of American pride mixes with country music as The Jimmy Snow Country Band plays a Patriot Day Weekend Bash at the Eagles Lodge, 2420 South Ave. W., at 8 PM. Free.

Hip-hop vibes mix delicately with jazz and funk when Whitefishâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jay DiPaola plays the Symes Hotel in Hot Springs, 209 Wall St. N., at 8 PM. Donations requested. Call 1-888-305-3106.

Belt out a few bars of somethinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sexy at East Missoulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Reno Casino and Cafeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s karaoke night, brought to you

by Karaoke by Figmo, every Fri. and Sat. night at 9 PM. Free.

Be thankful that the freedom to speak includes the freedom to sing when you sidle up to the mic at karaoke night at the VFW, kicking off at 9 PM. Free.

If you liked Tolkienâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mines of Khazad-dum, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love tunneling through the AmVets Club, where DJDC rocks dance music to slay orcs to at 9 PM. Free.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time for an all-request video dance party to celebrate the weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s end: Feelgood Friday featuring hiphop video remixes with The Tallest DJ in America at 9 PM at The Broadway Sports Bar and Grill, 1609 W. Broadway. Free. Call 543-5678.

Feel free to shake it like a salt shaker when DJ Sanchez cranks out the jams at The Office Bar, 109 W. Main St. in Hamilton, every Fri. at 9 PM. Free. Call 363-6969.

Learn to sing â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dancing Queenâ&#x20AC;? backwards and forwards like the star that you aspire to be when

Bassackwards Karaoke invades the Alcan Bar & Grill in Frenchtown, 16780 Beckwith St., every Fri. at 9 PM. Free. Call 531-8327.

Celebrate Patriot Day with cloying pop/country from Bozemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Clintons, who play the Badlander at 9 PM. $8.

Watch as local metal bands Beefcurtain, Mageddon, Blessiddoom, Universal Choke Sign, Eminent and Undun shred â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;til they bleed in order to win cash and a headlining tour during Project Independent, an artists showcase at the Palace at 9 PM. $10/$8 presale at Ear Candy Music.

Muster up the energy to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Burn Down the Barnâ&#x20AC;? when Nashville country exports the Chas Collins Band hits Florenceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s High Spirits Club & Casino, 5341 Hwy. 93 N., at 9 PM. $10/$8 advance at TBA location. Email techead@peoplepc.com or call 866-930-6195.

Folky punk from the land of retired folks, Florida that is, comes to bomb out Zoola when This Bike Is A Pipe Bomb plays a show at the ZACC Gallery, 235 N. First St. W., at 9 PM. $5/all ages. Goddamnitboyhowdy, Infernal Machine, Tyson Ballew and TSMF open.

Catch a glimpse of Butteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history, as told through the narration of Gabriel Byrne, during a special screening of Pa m e l a R o b e r t s â&#x20AC;&#x2122; f i l m B u t t e , America at the Wilma Theatre at 7 PM. $10/$15 includes post-screening reception at the Red Bird.

An evening of undefined but refined rock awaits you when the Zoo City Band plays the Frenchtown Club, 15155 Demers St. in Frenchtown, at a TBA time. Free. Call 626-5720.

DJ Manski rocks the oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and twoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, either digitally or analog stylee, at the Raven Restaurant and Bar in Bigfork, 39 Orchard Lane, at a TBA time. Free. Call 837-2836.

When the revolution comes, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll at least be prepared to dull the pain: heed the insurrection of Whiskey Rebellion, who play what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m guessing is Americana at the Union Club at 9:30 PM. Free.

Russ Nasset and the Revelators aim for a rockabilly revolution when they play the Great Northern Bar and Grill in Whitefish, 27 Central Ave., at 9:30 PM. Free.

He lives to spin: DJ Dubwise just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop the dance tracks once they start at 10 PM at Feruqiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Free. Call 728-8799.

They may not bake taters like yer mama, but you can sure bet Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cookinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; will deliver a plentiful helping of funky hip-hop influenced rock when they play the Top Hat at 10 PM. Cover TBA. (See Noise in this issue.)

SATURDAY

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Your heart, the planet and your farmer-neighbors give thanks every Sat. from 8 AMâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;noon as you head down to the Clark Fork River Market (clarkforkrivermarket.com), which takes place beneath the

WALK WITH ME! SPOTLIGHT m a c h i n e m a s te r s

8th Annual

MISSOULA BUDDY WALK Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009 11:00am @ Play Fair Park behind Splash Montana

The first time I experienced the Mountain Computer Music Festival I was floored. I’m guessing others were too as they listened intently to the bizarre and cerebral sounds emanating from a series of speakers sitting near the edge of Mount Sentinel.

Missoula Buddy Walk is a non-profit organization that has helped more than twenty families with unusual or ongoing financial needs in our own community, in addition to making a contribution to our National Down Syndrome Society for education and awareness on a national level.

Those synthetic and acoustic noises evoked transmissions from a celestial being. But the source was entirely human–you know, save for the laptops, computer programs and musical instruments that were used to create the beautifully complex music. Those commanding the

Anyone can walk the Buddy Walk.

Sponsored in part by: Missoula Independent; Northwest Paint; Garlington; Lohn; and Robinson; Play It Again Sports; Southgate Mall; Missoula Veterinary Clinic and Missoula Pediatric Dentistry.

WHAT: Mountain Computer Music Festival

Missoula Buddy Walk was there for us from the day Isabella was born with books and moral support. Best of all, families and friends are brought together to celebrate the challenge and the joy of each individual.

WHERE: Phyllis J. Washington Park and Amphitheater, near the “M” trail head WHEN: Fri., Sept. 11, 7:30 PM HOW MUCH: $10/$5 students machines included a mishmash of UM music students, their professor Charles Nichols, as well as a guest composer.

Now in its sixth year, the annual gala of academic-leaning electronic music hits Missoula Friday night with a slew of new performances.

Highlights include a guest performance by Chris Chafe, a composer and professor on sabbatical from Stanford University who’ll perform a piece with an electric cello. The instrument, pictured above, features built-in string pickups and

translates bow motion into digital data for use in computer music programs. You’ll also hear some captivating bits from students, including a composition by Zach Musson that mixes electric guitar with interactive computer processing, creating a palette of layered and reversed guitar tones.

Bring a picnic and your kids, and prepare to hear some of the most forward thinking music in Missoula.

—Esther Chessin For more information:

Contact Mary Ann McGowan • 549-7797 www.missoulabuddywalk.org The City and County of Missoula will conduct a

–Ira Sather-Olson

PUBLIC MEETING September 17, 2009

Higgins Street bridge, and to the Missoula Farmers’ Market (missoulafarmersmarket.com), which opens at 8:30 at the north end of Higgins Avenue. And if it’s non-edibles you’re after, check out East Pine Street’s Missoula Saturday Market (missoulasaturda ymarket.org), which runs 9 AM–1 PM. Free to spectate, and often to sample.

Get ready to sweat out all that excess tension, and perhaps booze from Friday night, during Run Wild Missoula’s Sweathouse HalfMarthon and 5-mile run and walk in downtown Victor starting at 8 AM. $35/half-marathon, $20/5mile run and walk. Register at www.runwildmissoula.org.

You consider yourself a good dancer, now prove it. Head over to the Missoula Ballet Arts Academy, 1620 Rodgers St., and audition for the 25th Anniversary production of The Nutcracker, starting at 9:30 AM for girls aged 6 and 7, and moving up to teens and adults by the afternoon. Free. Call 240-6042 or visit www.gardencityballet.org.

There’s a lot of suicide in Montana; in fact, we have one of the highest rates per capita in the country. So lend a hand at prevention during the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Out of the Darkness

Community Walk, a 3.5 walk/fundraiser starting at 10 AM at UM’s Oval. Free. Register at www.outofthedarkness.org.

Hayrides, pumpkin picking, apple cider pressing and an assortment of games await you when you head over to Opportunity Resources’ Third Annual Old West Autumn Fest fundraiser from 10 AM–4 PM at the Opportunity Ranch, 14275 Hamel Road in Frenchtown. $5 age 13 and up/free 12 and under. Call 329-1709.

They took a break on First Friday but now they’re back: head to the Dana Gallery, 246 N. Higgins Ave., for an “eclectic and captivating” display of art collected by gallery owners Dudley Dana and Candace Crosby during an opening exhibition that runs from 10 AM–5 PM. Free.

Call 721-3154.

Birds of prey get all the attention during Raptor Day, which features walks, talks and more on birds including hawks and peregrine falcons at Kalispell’s Lone Pine State Park, 300 Lonepine Road, from 8 AM–4 PM. Free. Call 755-2706.

Those suffering long-term illness or loss can find solace during one of Living Art Montana’s Creativity for Life workshops at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 202 Brooks St., at

10:30 AM. This week features the program embellished keepsake boxes with Beth Jaffe. Donations appreciated, as is registration. Call 549-5329.

Details are scant, but there’s a handful of artists wanting to display and hawk their wares at an open studio and sale at Mission Mountain Pottery, 72449 McMurtrie St. in Arlee, from noon–4 PM. Free. Call 726-6872.

Don’t even think about trying to smuggle in a joint, but do consider receiving some heady (and pertinent) info on hemp, eating food made from hemp and listening to a speech by Montana State Representative Bob Bergren, as well as grooving to bands like Mama’s Cookin’, Equal Eyes, Justin Lantrip, Places, Rising Waters and Zeppo during the 14th Annual Hempfest, which runs from noon–10:30 PM at Caras Park. $5. No dogs, or drugs. Visit www.missoulahempfest.com.

Get a taste of different dance flavors, genres and techniques during the Downtown Dance Collective’s Day of Dance, which runs from noon–5 PM and offers intro classes in 15 minute intervals at the collective’s headquarters, 121 W. Main St. Free.

Call 541-7240.

to identify housing and community development needs and activities, primarily those benefiting low- to moderate-income households. This meeting will be the public’s opportunity to make comments and ask questions about projects sponsored by the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the State of Montana, including • The City’s performance under its CDBG and HOME Programs; • Potential City, County and Community Housing Development Organization applications for CDBG, HOME, Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP), Treasure State Endowment Program, Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, and other housing/community development funds; • City and County community-wide needs and priorities for economic development (job creation or retention), housing (such as first-time homeownership opportunities or affordable rentals), public facility projects (such as sewer, water, or special community needs projects), public service projects, and programs to assist homeless persons.

The meeting will also be used to identify needs and projects, as well as possible changes to the City of Missoula’s Consolidated Plan for federal fiscal years 2009 - 2013. The Consolidated Plan is a document adopted by the Missoula City Council that guides housing and community development activity funded by HUD. The current plan is available upon request or online at www.co.missoula.mt.us/opgweb/Grants/hud_entitlements.htm.

Persons may offer comment at the public meeting at: City Council Chambers 140 W. Pine Street, Missoula, Montana Thursday, September 17, 2009 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

If you would like additional information or prefer to submit written proposals, or if you would like to request special accommodations in order to participate fully in the meeting, please contact Nancy Harte, 258-4934, or Mike Barton, 258-3874, at the Missoula Office of Planning and Grants, 435 Ryman, Missoula MT 59802. Persons using a TTY device may contact the Montana Relay Service at 711.

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Supplement your Thursday night with edgy lit when McSweeney’s author Bill Cotter reads and signs copies of his novel, Fever Chart, pictured above, and Annie La Ganga reads and signs her book, Stoners and SelfAppointed Saints, this Thu., Sept. 10, at 7 PM at Shakespeare & Co., 103 S. Third St. W. Free.

Improvisational movement with others takes on a jammy vibe during contact dance improv, this and every Sat. from 3–5 PM at the Downtown Dance Collective, 121 W. Main St. $5. Musicians are welcome and encouraged. E-mail missoulacontact improv@gmail.com.

nightlife Hey all you veg heads, take note: there’s a rummage sale plus veggie potluck that benefits the Western Montana Vegetarian Society with the sale starting at 8 AM and the potluck at noon, all at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Missoula Church, 102 Mcleod Ave. Free. Call Sue at 529-2018 or visit www.newdawnmt.com Fishing, music and food mix to help out the Poverello Center during the Fourth Annual Double Haul Fly Fishing Competition and Fundraiser, which kicks off earlier in the day with a catch and release fly fishing competition on nearby rivers and ends with a banquet/auction at the Governor’s Room in the Florence Building, 111 N. Higgins Ave., at 5 PM. $35/individual for the banquet, with varying price packages for those wanting to fish. Call Ellie Hill at 218-9608.

Pluck and pull your way down to the Bitterroot Brewery, 101 Marcus St. in

Hamilton, where The Workers sling Americana and bluegrass in favor of solidarity and calloused hands at 6 PM. Free. Call 363-7468.

If you missed out last night, here’s your chance to see Mr. and Ms. Gay Missoula get crowned, as well as the imperial crown prince and princess, during the second day of this year’s installment of Montana’s Gay Pageant system, known as The Imperial Sovereign Court of the State of Montana, which starts its coronation at 6 PM in the main bar of the Elks Lodge, 112 N. Pattee St. Cost TBA. Call 549-0542.

Thrust yourself into the dreadful and deathly mind of Edgar Allen Poe as he tries to hammer out a detective story during the Montana Repertory Theatre’s educational outreach tour of Ron Fitzgerald’s The Poe Project, at the Masquer Theatre, in UM’s PARTV building, at 7:30 PM. $8. Call 243-2854 or visit www.montanarep.org. (See Scope in this issue.)

Watch as two parents crumble into uncivilized behavior brought about by a dinner party that features only alcohol, as well as obsessive hopes of job promotion, and more during the Montana Actors’ Theatre production of Life x 3 at the Crystal Theatre, 515 S. Higgins Ave., at 7:30 PM. $12 person.

(See Theater in this issue.)

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Much like an infant, the northside’s Zootown Arts Community Center (ZACC) has seen some serious growth in its first year.

A truly do-it-yourself Missoula institution, the nonprofit provides artists of almost any discipline a place to actualize, show and sell their wares.

They also offer art lovers of all ages a chance to peruse, absorb and buy art, and let their creative juices sizzle through community classes, art camps and after school programs in mediums like printmaking and pottery painting.

WHAT: Zootown Arts Community Center birthday celebration WHERE: Zootown Arts Community Center and parking lot, 235 N. First St. W. WHEN: Sun., Sept. 13, 2–6 PM HOW MUCH: $7/$5 advance at Rockin Rudy’s and the ZACC That historic slab of brick and mortar also doubles as a sometimes music venue, catering to all ages of punk and indie folk fans with shows at least a few times a month.

If you’re still feeling that nationalistic itch, I suggest you scratch it by heading to the second night of a Patriot Day Weekend bash featuring The Jimmy Snow Country Band at the Eagles Lodge, 2420 South Ave. W., at 8 PM. Free.

Don’t become a “faded stain.”

Assimilate your ears to the folky experimental sounds of Larry Hirshberg, who plays the Symes Hotel in Hot Springs, 209 Wall St. N., at 8 PM. Donations requested.

Call 1-888-305-3106.

Solid Sound Karaoke proves that music can also be a liquid or a gas, but never plasma, at Westside Lanes at 8:30 PM. Free. Call 541-SING. If you get nervous in front of crowds, just imagine they’re all naked at East Missoula’s Reno Casino and Cafe’s karaoke night, brought to you by Karaoke by Figmo at 9 PM. Free.

Feel free to perform “Bella Ciao” by Mirah & The Black Cat Orchestra during karaoke night at 9 PM at the VFW but don’t be surprised if someone tells you we’re in Missoula, and so it’s time to start talking American. Free.

Here’s your chance to get freaky on the dance floor. AmVets Club offers up DJDC and his dance music to the hungry horde at 9 PM. Free.

The Frenchtown Club, 15155 Demers St., lets the karaoke genie out of the bottle at 9 PM. Turn south after taking exit 89 from I-90. Free. Call 370-3200.

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In celebration of this remarkable growth, and with an optimistic outlook toward the future, the center is hosting a good ol’ fashioned birthday blowout this Sunday. So put that proverbial party hat on and head north of the train tracks, where you’ll be greeted with live music by Mudslide Charlie, Baba Ganoush, Ross Vorhees and A Memory of Elephants. There’ll also be tasty beer on tap, access to the Shop (ZACC’s art retail space), as well as silkscreen shirt making and other DIY art happenings, making it worthy not just for entertainment, but as a glimpse into a thriving slice of Missoula’s arts community.

dancing to an assortment of hiphop, electronic and other bassheavy, booty-busting beats ‘til the bar closes, or at least until the vodka runs out, during Absolutely at the Badlander at 9 PM. Free.

Classic rock and Red Hot Chili Peppers worship holds sway when local Modern Savage takes the stage with Flowetry and The One and Onlies at the Palace at 9 PM. $5.

Masses of rock, or whatever genre they happen to be, invades your aural apparatus when Landslide plays a show at the Union Club at 9:30 PM. Free.

If you missed ‘em last night, you’ve another chance to swing and sway to some country and rockabilly when Russ Nasset and the Revelators play the Great Northern Bar and Grill in Whitefish, 27 Central Ave., at 9:30 PM. Free.

They sling jam like their home state slings potatoes: Check Idaho’s Equal Eyes when they noodle their way to the Top Hat with some jammy/experimental rock, featuring guest spots from Miller Creek and Nahko, at 10 PM. Cover TBA.

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Celebrate hard work with your laboring brothers and sisters with lunch during the Annual Labor Picnic, which runs from 1–5 PM at the bandshell in Bonner Park and includes food and refreshments. Free.

–Ira Sather-Olson

Help celebrate the first birthday of Missoula’s DIY art center, the Zootown Arts Community Center, with a bash from 2–6 PM featuring music by Mudslide Charlie, Baba Ganoush, Ross Vorhees and A Memory of Elephants, plus beer, art and more at the ZACC, 235 N. First St. W. $7/$5 advance at Rockin Rudy’s and the ZACC. Call 549-7555.

(See Spotlight in this issue.)

It’s that time of year again. To gorge on bratwurst and drink hearty German beer, that is, while shaking a leg to the oom-pah of the Bavarian Echoes during this year’s installment of Germanfest, which runs from 3–6 PM at Caras Park. Free. Call 532-3240 or visit www.missoulacultural.org.

nightlife Euchre is one of those games that goes great with beer because you can tell what the cards look like even if your vision is a little blurry.

See what I mean, or try to anyway, tonight at Sean Kelly’s just-for-fun Euchre Tournament at 8 PM. Free.

Kick off the latter hours of your day of rest when the Badlander’s Jazz Martini Night welcomes saints and sinners alike with jazz DJs at 9 PM with a live jazz band at 10.

Free.

The weekend isn’t over until you wrap it up with Jam Night at the Finish Line, 153 Meridian Road in Kalispell, where Landslide hosts at 8 PM. Free. Call 257-0248.

He’ll make you question if you’re going through hell, and he’ll sing

about it too: snag onto country croonmeister Rodney Atkins when he plays the Wilma Theatre at 8 PM. $29.75 plus fees at Rockin Rudy’s and www.ticketweb.com. (See Noise in this issue.)

Hear ye, hear ye: AmVets Club offers a new spin on karaoke night, and it’s known as “Jheryoake.” Delve into the mystery at 9 PM, when happy hour gets the crowd loose until 10.

Free.

Sundays on Flathead Lake bring you unnamed genres of music and more during Sunday Funday with Live Music at the Raven Restaurant and Bar in Bigfork, 39 Orchard Lane, at a TBA time. Free. Call 837-2836.

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Veterans can find support with trained facilitator Chris Poloynis every Mon. at 2 PM, when PTSD group Spartans Honour meets at the Missoula Veterans Affairs Clinic, 2687 Palmer St. Free. Call 829-5400.

After school activities for your kid aged 8–12 get a little wild and primal during the Roxy Theatre’s After School Wildlife Film Safari which runs Mon.–Fri. from 3–5:30 PM, except for holiday’s, at the theater, 718 S. Higgins Ave. $6/hour. Call 728-9380 to register.

nightlife If you devote 5:30 to 8:30 PM on Monday or Wednesday nights to silent meditation, political drinking or other non-kid-friendly endeavors, the Parenting Place offers free child care and dinner at 1644 S. Eighth St. Call 728-KIDS to reserve a spot.

What reason have you got for lying around the house watching the tube when Florence’s High Spirits offers Free Pool at 6 PM? Free. Call 2739992.

Fire up the kiln and make some pipes, cups or other functional wares, or perhaps just something pretty (and skip the pipe), during an eight-week beginning pottery class which runs this and every Mon. from 6–9 PM until Nov. 2 at the Clay Studio of Missoula, 1106 Hawthorne St. Unit A. $168/eightweek course. Call 543-0509.

He’s everyone’s favorite songwriter, and now he wants to teach you a lick or two: guitarist Tom Catmull leads a class on songwriting at 6:30 PM this and every Mon. for five weeks as part of Ymusic’s adult music courses at the YMCA, 3000 S. Russell St. $45/$40 members. Call 721-YMCA. You’ve got another chance to connect the dots this evening when the VFW hosts bingo at 7 PM. Free.

They’ll play for a discount, free in fact, but you’ll still have to pay to get a buzz when the Discount Quartet plays the Red Bird Wine Bar, 111 N. Higgins Ave. Ste 100, at 7 PM. Free.

Four local trail runners discuss how they got their start, and perhaps share some wicked running tips, dur-

ing a Trail Running Panel Discussion at Runner’s Edge, 325 N. Higgins Ave., at 7 PM. Free. Visit www.runwildmissoula.org.

You get to be the square star on the dance floor when Lolo’s Square Dance Center, 9955 Hwy. 12, presents Solo Stars Club Dance, from 8–9:30 PM. $4/person. Call 273-0141.

Who says America never invented a pub sport? Beer Pong proves them all wrong at the Office Bar, 109 W. Main St. in Hamilton, where alcohol and performance anxiety climax into a thing of beauty at 9 PM. Free. Call 363-6969.

Columbus, Ohio rock exports Two Cow Garage bring a rootsy vibe from the capital of the Buckeye State when they play with Indiana’s Austin Lucas and special guest Mike Hale at the Badlander at 9 PM. $8. (See Noise in this issue.)

If you missed him on Friday because of your obligations to patriotism, well, here’s a second chance to catch DJ Manski honing the decks at the Raven Restaurant and Bar in Bigfork, 39 Orchard Lane, at a TBA time. Free. Call 837-2836.

MCs Linkletter and Tonsofun chop syllables and bring Montucky heat to ya feet as the Milkcrate Mechanic and Mikee Sev supply beats during the Palace Lounge’s Milkcrate Mondays at 9 PM. Free.

Bring a bicycle with a big hook in it to Sean Kelly’s open mic night, hosted by Mike Avery at 9:30 PM, and see if you can troll for cars from the bar while you watch the show. Free.

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Fight off a nasty case of influenza with seasonal flu shots, which are offered from 9 AM–noon at the Missoula Senior Center, 705 S. Higgins Ave., to ye senior citizens for free under Medicaid and $20/nonseniors. Call 543-7154.

Kids learn the intricacies of popping, locking and the helicopter during Family in Motion: Dance Exploration, which starts at 11 AM at the Children’s Museum of Missoula, 225 W. Front St. $4.25/free under age 1. Call 541-7529.

Moms, its time to vent your frustrations at Mom Me Time, a discussion group for moms new to the game of motherhood at 11:30 AM at the Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. Free. Call 721-7690.

If you’ve ever wanted to brush up on the Missoula of yore, the time is now as the Historical Museum at Fort Missoula has just changed its hours and has three exhibits on display, including The Road to Today: 250 Years of Missoula County History every Tue.–Sun. from noon–5 PM at the museum, building 322 at Fort Missoula. $10 family/$3 adults/$2 seniors/$1 students. Call 728-3476.

Shaving cream, tempera, chalk and more become the creative fire to ignite artistic passion in your 3-and-

a-half to 5-year-old when Alli DePuy teaches Preschool Art Start at the Missoula Art Museum, 335 N. Pattee St., this and every Tue. until Oct. 13 from 1–2:30 PM. $55/$49.50 members. Call 728-0447.

Learn how to can like a badass, and make canning inventor Nicolas Appert smile in his grave, when you head to “Let’s Get Canning,” a class where you’ll learn the latest in USDA canning guidelines and more at the Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St., at 1 PM. Free.

Teens ages 13–18 stir their creative juices during Teen Media Club every Tue. at 4 PM at the Missoula Public Library computer classroom, where video creation, music mixing and digital art formulation are all the rage. Free. Call 721-2665.

Your pre-teens’ after school activities can be more productive (and cooler, I might add) than homework or the boob tube: shove them off to the Missoula Art Museum, 335 N. Pattee St., for After School Art Adventure with Bev Glueckert, where kids ages 7–12 work on printmaking and drawing projects inspired by current museum exhibits this and every Tue. from 4–5:30 PM until Oct. 13. $55/$49.50 members. Call 728-0447.

M i s s o u l a ’ s Y W C A , 1 1 3 0 W. Broadway, hosts weekly support groups for women every Tue. at 6:30 PM, where groups for Native women and children meet as well.

New group members with children are asked to arrive at 6:15, without kids at 6:25. Free. Call 543-6691.

She’ll show you how to pluck that fiddle: grab onto the expertise of Beth Youngblood when she teaches a Fiddle II course this and every Tue. at 6:30 PM for five weeks as part of Ymusic’s adult music courses at the YMCA, 3000 S. Russell St. $45/$40 members. Call 721-YMCA. Blood really can become the new pink, but that’s only if you’re a female interested in becoming a member of the Hellgate Rollergirls, Missoula’s all-female roller derby team. While they have yet to play, they’re holding their first public meeting at the Missoula

Public Library, 301 E. Main St., at 6:30 PM. Free.

You never know what you’ll find— except for probably a bunch of womyn—at Womyn’s Night at 7 PM at the Western Montana Gay and Lesbian Community Center, 127 N. Higgins Ave., Ste. 202. Free. Call 543-2224.

Grab the rooster sauce and get spicy when the Downtown Dance Collective’s Heather Adams presents beginning salsa dance lessons at a new time of 7 PM followed by intermediate/advanced at 8, every Tue. at the Badlander. $7/per class per person.

Follow your dreams of becoming the next Willie Nelson, and get buy-oneget-one-free drink tickets, during an open mic night every Tue. at the Brooks and Browns Lounge at the Holiday Inn Parkside, 200 S. Pattee St., from 7–10 PM, with sign-up at 6 PM. E-mail moorebeej@yahoo.com.

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nightlife Ladies, celebrate your feminist tendencies with cheap drinks when the Frenchtown Club, 15155 Demers St. in Frenchtown, hosts Ladies’ Night every Tue. from 5 PM to close. Free.

Call 370-3200.

Get your fresh fruits and veggies from local farmers in the Flathead while listening to the Emmy-nominated finger guitar styles of Brad Lee during the Whitefish Downtown Farmer’s Market, at Depot Park on the north end of Central Avenue, from 5–7:30 PM. Free. Call 862-2043.

It’s always a glutenous good time when Wheat Montana, 2520 S. Third St. presents Black Mountain Bluegrass at 5:30 PM. Free. Call 327-0900.

Curious about those peeps at Habitat for Humanity? Well, here’s your chance to find out more at Habitat 101, a history lesson of sorts and more, at the Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St., at 5:30 PM. Free.

Expect anything from elk to gravy and taters when Missoula’s Elks Lodge, 112 N. Pattee St., holds an Elks Dinner at 5:30 PM. $9. Call 549-0542.

Become Missoula’s next breakthrough cubist-surrealist oil painter when you attend the Missoula Art Museum’s Oil Painting Fundamentals with Stephanie J. Frostad, a five-week course at the museum, 335 N. Pattee St., this and every Tue. until Oct. 6 where you learn the basics by using still life subject matter. $105/$94.50 members.

Call 728-0447.

A single bracelet does not jingle: Unity Dance and Drum’s all-levels West African Dance Class meets every Tue. evening at 6:30 PM at the Downtown Dance Collective, 121 W. Main St. $10 per class/$35 for four classes. Call 549-7933.

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Shake, swing, do the robot or whatever kind of dance suits you during Creative Movement Classes taught by Lizzi Juda with musical accompaniment by Nathan Zavalney from 7–8:30 PM this and every Tue. until Oct. 20 at 1042 Monroe St. $48 for all six classes. Call 853-0361 or e-mail ann.stevenson@gmail.com.

Get a handle on ‘Merican speak (or English, for those of us non-xenophobes), in conversational style, that is, during Talk Time, an English speaking group for non-native speakers at the Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St., at 7 PM. Free.

Satisfy your desire to hear high pitched vocal sounds when Anne Basinski rocks the middle C to the

second A at a Faculty and Guest Artist Recital at UM’s Recital Hall, in the UM Music Building, at 7:30 PM. $10/$5 students. Call 243-6880.

Impress your friends, impress Yoko Ma: catch Jen Slayden as she guides you through a Cello I course which runs this and every Tue. at 7:45 PM for five weeks as part of YMusic’s adult music courses at the YMCA, 3000 S. Russell St. $45/$40 members. Call 721-YMCA. Sean Kelly’s invites you to another week of free Pub Trivia, which takes place every Tue. at 8 PM. And, to highlight the joy of discovery that you might experience while attending, here’s a sample of the type of ques-

tion you could be presented with.

Ready? What is NoCore? (Find the answer in the calendar under tomorrow’s nightlife section.)

Whitefish musicians trade their skills for free drinks as the Great Northern Bar hosts Open Mic Night, which begins at 8 PM with an acoustic jam circle, heads into an electric set at 9:30 and features fine hosting by members of the Canyon Creek Ramblers. Free. Call 862-2816.

You’ve practiced in front of the mirror long enough—head to the High Spirits in Florence, where open mic night features a drum set, amps, mics and recording equipment and awaits you and your axe at 8 PM. Free. Call 2739992 to reserve your spot.

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HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION September 11th & 12th, 2009 Friday 8:30-6:00 • Saturday 8:30-4:00 Scott Street City Shops (Intersection of Scott St. & Turner St. Scott Street Bridge is closed - use alternate route)

Mercury Fever Thermometer Exchange Bring your old mercury fever thermometer to Haz Waste Days for disposal and receive a coupon for a free digital thermometer.

(Mercury thermometers are glass with silver temperature column)

Items accepted at

NO CHARGE from county residents

• Oil-based paints & stains • Paint thinners • Solvents • Used motor oil and antifreeze (up to 15 gallons in no-return containers) - courtesy of Oily Waste Processors • Mercury Thermometers • Household batteries (ni-cad, lead or mercury containing. Alkalines can be thrown away)

ITEMS ACCEPTED FOR A FEE Pesticides • Strong acids • Caustics • Chlorinated solvents Fees also apply to business es and out-of-county residents for all wastes.

Year-Round Options for disposal of...

Latex Paint - If the can is almost empty, dry it out with cat litter and put it in the trash with the lid off. Give it away! Home Resource (825 W. Kent) takes good, almost full latex that has not been stored outside, during business hours ONLY. Car Batteries - Allied Waste Recycling.

Motor Oil - Allied Waste residential customers can put up to 2 gals per week in clear plas tic containers for free pickup. Many auto parts stores, shops or service stations will take small quantities of used oil for free.

NOTE:

We do NOT accept

LATEX PAINT, CAR BATTERIES or COMPACT FLUORESCENT BULBS (P.E.T.E.S. Palmer Electric takes fluorescents for a fee, Home Depot & Ace Hardware take compact flourescents only, for free.

Tips to reduce Hazardous Waste • • • •

Buy the least toxic product available.

Buy only the amount needed for job.

Use it up, or give away what you don't use.

Never dump hazardous waste down the drain or on the ground!

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Enjoy Tunes on Tuesdays with Christian Johnson from 8:30–11 PM, an acoustic open mic jam every Tue. night at Red’s Wines & Blues in Kalispell. Free. Call 755-9463.

It’s still bigger than disco: The Downtown Dance Collective, 121 W. Main St., keeps on keepin’ it real for those in the know every Tue. at 8:30 PM, when Intermediate Hip-Hop Class puts the “back” back in “back in the day.” Call 541-7240 for pricing.

The Broadway’s Tuesday Night Comedy takes place every Tue. at 9 PM and is followed by dancing with tunes from the Tallest DJ in America. $5/$3 students. Call 543-5678.

Be your own American Idol during “Jheryoake”—that’s karaoke with Jerry Reeb—every Tue. at 9 PM with happy hour until 10 at the AmVets Club. Free.

When the apocalypse comes, feel free to consult locals The Ende Brothers, who’ll sway you into a brotherly classic rock coma when they play the Badlander at 9 PM. Free.

He never minces his words, but he knows how to sling a rhyme: catch Chicago’s Qwel when he rocks the mic with Maker at the Palace at 9 PM. $5. Opening support from Tonsofun, Acher and Traffic.

Morning Melodies, a free, funfilled, family-friendly music event tailored to preschoolers, occurs every Wed. at Montana Coffee Traders in downtown Whitefish at 10 AM. Free.

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If you’ve ever been curious to see volunteers for Habitat for Humanity in action, well, now’s your chance at “In Sight at Our Sites,” a trip to the Windsor Park Subdivision off of Reserve Street where you’ll gawk at three homes currently under construction from 10 AM–noon. Free.

Interactive story time with books by Truman Capote should stir some interest in non-fiction literature (and hopefully sway kids from future bouts of alcoholism) during Ready Set Read, an early literacy program for kids’ age 3–7 that includes art projects and games (and kid friendly stories, of course) at the Children’s Museum of Missoula, 225 W. Front.

St., at 11 AM. $4.25/free under age 1. Call 541-7529.

Runners, get working on your core during a core strength training class this and every Wed. for 11 weeks from 12:15–1 PM upstairs at the Runner’s Edge, 325 N. Higgins Ave. $75/$68 Run Wild Missoula Members. RSVP with Alison Laundrie at alison@thepilatesplayground.com.

Rock those hips to classical and regional Spanish dance styles, as well as Flamenco, when Elenita Brown leads a Flamenco dance class this and every Wed. at 3:45 PM until Nov. 4 at the Downtown Dance Collective, 121 W. Main St. $75, eight-week course. Call 541-7240.

He’ll help you shred, acoustically that is, like the best of ‘em: join David Boone if you’re between the ages of 8–18 for a Guitar I course this and every Wed. at 4 PM for five weeks as part of YMCA’s YMusic camps for kids at the YMCA, 3000 S. Russell St. $45/$40 YMCA members. Call 721-YMCA.

nightlife Dudes and duderinos, it’s your time to imbibe all day with drink specials this and every Wed. when the Frenchtown Club, 15155 Demers St. in Frenchtown, hosts Men’s Day. Free. Call 370-3200.

Expect a “wonderful meal and entertainment” when you head to a potluck supper at the Missoula Senior Center, 705 S. Higgins Ave., at 5:30 PM. $5/person.

Develop eloquence in the face of inebriation, as well as impressive business contacts, when Toastmasters meets this, and every, Wed. at 6 PM in St. Patrick Hospital’s Duran Learning Center.

Free. Call 728-9117.

Blue Argon plays “eclectic blues, R&B, and jazz featuring Colleen Cunningham, Steve Sellars and Jim Clayborn” every Wed. at 6 PM at Red’s Wines & Blues in Kalispell.

Free. Call 755-9463.

It’s once again time to render flesh, muscles and an assortment of body parts into a work of artistic genius during the Missoula Art Museum’s non-instructed figure drawing classes, which run from 6–8 PM this and every Wed. at the museum, 335 N. Pattee St. $7/$5 members.

Participants must be 18 and over.

Call 728-0447.

You’ve migrated to the land o’ the free; now it’s time to act like us, so shop, shop, shop away your sorrows.

Just kidding, but do head over to free U.S. Citizenship Courses, especially if you live in Kalispell, which start at 6 PM and runs every Wed. until Nov. 18 at the Literacy Volunteers Office, 35 Fourth St. W. in Kalispell. Call 257-READ. Sick of the way your neighborhood looks? Apply for a neighborhood project fund and help improve the look or planning of your ‘hood, but first, head to a pre-application workshop in the Jack Reidy Conference Room, 140 W. Pine St., at 6 PM, where all your questions can be answered. Free. Call 5526081 or grab a grant app. at www.missoula-neighborhoods.org.

Gillian Kessler asks only that you embrace your inner diva as she fuses slick Brazilian moves with modern techniques for her Afro-Brazilian Dance Class, which takes place every Wed. at 6:10 PM at the Downtown Dance Collective, 121 W. Main St. Call 541-7240 for pricing.

Find out the difference between regular pilates and pilates from the Big Apple when Alison Laundrie leads a New York Style Pilates class every Wed. at Main Street Pilates, 214 E. Main St., at 6:30 PM. $12.

RSVP 541-2673.

Pluck and pick your way to supremacy with Nate Biehl as he works you into a lute master during Mandolin

courses this and every Wed. at 6:30 PM for five weeks as part of YMusic’s adult music courses at the YMCA, 3000 S. Russell St. $45/$40 members. Call 721-YMCA. Having fully bitched out Barnes & Noble, the Missoula Stitch ‘N’ Bitch needlework circle brings the circle of warm fuzzies to the Good Food Store, where you can knit purls of wisdom every Wed. at 7 PM. Free.

BYO yarn and needles, and check out missoulaknits.blogspot.com.

Organizational and sci-fi enthusiasts can satisfy both cravings by attending bimonthly meetings of MisCon, Montana’s longest running science fiction convention, the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7 PM at Ruby’s Inn, 4825 N. Reserve St. Free. Call 544-7083.

Being square will never be as much fun as it is at square dancing lessons every Wed. at the Kalispell Senior Center. 7 PM. $4, children 12 and under must bring an adult. Call 752-4964.

If you know the difference between His Knobs and His Knees, bring that skill to the Joker’s Wild Casino, 4829 N. Reserve St., where the Missoula Grass Roots Cribbage Club invites players both new and old to see how many ways they can get to that magical number 15 at 7 PM. Free. Call Rex at 360-3333.

In case of emergency, break finger puppet: Family Storytime offers

engaging experiences like stories, fingerplays, flannel-board pictograms and more at 7 PM at the Missoula Public Library. Free. Call 721-BOOK. Hey buddy, f*#k off! Did you find that obscene? If not, or if so, learn more about America’s battles over obscenity when UM history prof Michael Mayer presents the lecture “I Know It When I See It: Obscenity and the Constition” at the University Center Ballroom at 7:30 PM. Free.

Harper Lee’s classic story of racism and human values hits UM when the Montana Repertory Theatre kicks off its fall national tour with performances of To Kill A Mockingbird at the Montana Theatre, in UM’s PARTV center, at 7:30 PM. $18. Call 2436809 or visit www.montanarep.org.

Watch as two parents crumble into uncivilized behavior brought about by a dinner party that features only alcohol, as well as obsessive hopes of job promotion, and more during the Montana Actors Theatre production of Life x 3 at the Crystal Theatre, 515 S. Higgins Ave., at 7:30 PM. $10 person. (See Theater in this issue.)

He rocked in Tarkio and now he wants you to rock for him: visit Gibson Hartwell as he leads a Guitar I Course every Wed. at 7:45 PM for five weeks as part of YMusic’s adult music courses at the YMCA, 3000 S. Russell St. $45/$40 members. Call 721-YMCA.

Hump day isn’t just for binge drinking anymore. It’s also a day for playing games of chance with other likeminded booze lovers when Sean Kelly’s presents Hump-Day Bingo, this and every Wed. at 8 PM. Free.

Call 542-1471.

Extend yourself beyond regular ballet using emotion through movement to tell stories and interpret music when the Downtown Dance Collective, 121 W. Main St., presents Lyrical Class every Wed. at 8:30 PM. Call 541-7240 for pricing.

Acoustic indie soul from Scotland invades Missoula for a night when Paolo Nutini hums his way to the Wilma Theatre for a show at 8:30 PM. $20/plus fees at Rockin Rudy’s and www.ticketweb.com.

You can pick your friends, and you can pick your nose, but neither will help you emit that high lonesome sound every Wed., when the Old Post Pub hosts a Pickin’ Circle at 9 PM. Free. The answer to this week’s trivia question: NoCore is the alias of electronic “rhythmic noise” producer Michael Schmidt.

The tenets of women’s lib broaden to include cheap drinks and DJs spinning dance tracks when Feruqi’s hosts ladies’ night this and every Wed. at 9 PM. Free.

Be sure you’ve downed enough PBR in order to have the courage to sing “Fury Whip” by High on Fire, or some similarly badass tune, during Living

Squares Karaoke at the Badlander at 9 PM. Free.

Country twang with Bruce Springsteen-esque vocals rocks M i z z o u w h e n R a l e i g h , N . C .’ s American Aquarium plays the Palace at 9 PM. $5. The Flip Wilsons open.

There’s a wine tasting tonight near Flathead Lake, specifically at the Raven Restaurant and Bar, 39 Orchard Lane in Bigfork, but it’s at a TBA time and cost. Call 837-2836.

Fight for the right to belt out a semicoherent version of The Darkness’ “I Believe in a Thing Called Love” every Wed. during Combat Karaoke at Rowdy’s Cabin, 4880 N. Reserve St., at 10 PM. Free. Call 543-8001.

Get irie with the “hardest working man in reggae” when Jamaican export Yabba Griffiths two-steps his way to the Top Hat for a show at 10 PM. Cover TBA.

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Kids and parents experiment with rhythm and more during Rhythm Tykes, a class for kids 18 months–4 years-old this and every Thu. at 10 AM at Tangled Tones Music Studio, 2005 South Ave. W. $40 five classes/$10 class. Call 396-3352.

Pioneer League Divisional Series – Game 1

Saturday, September 12

Although they had the reception in late August, you can still see the ethereal silk images of Gail Cluff and unconventional collage of Steve Thomas through Oct. 17 at Hamilton’s Art City Gallery, 407 W. Main St. Gallery hours are Tue.–Sat. 11 AM–5 PM. Free. Call 363-4764.

You think you have what it takes to start your own nonprofit organization, even though Missoula has over 1,200 of them? See if you have the muster during Nonprofit Basics, a discussion by consultant Peter Bensen from 11:30 AM–1 PM at Mountain West Bank, 3301 Great Northern Ave. $10/free for members of Missoula Nonprofit Network.

Shake it ‘til you break it when the Downtown Dance Collective, 121 W. Main St., offers Booty Ballet every Thu. at noon. Call 541-7240 for pricing.

Breakdance, slamdance or just inventively dance when your 7 to 8 year-old checks out Creative and Modern Movement, a dance class at 4:15 PM this and every Thu. in the ballet studio of UM’s PARTV building, until Dec. 3. $75/$65 UM faculty and staff. Call 243-2849.

nightlife Put a smile on your face and a tune in your head—join guitarist Craig Wickham every Thu. from 5–7 PM at Red’s Wines & Blues in Kalispell.

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It’s time to meld those abstract dance moves into specific form, especially if you’re between the ages of 9–12, at Dance and Choreography, this and every Thu. until Dec. 3 at 5 PM in the ballet studio of UM’s PARTV building. $75/$65 UM faculty and staff. Call 243-2849.

Gypsies come out during Troupe Night class every Thu. at 5:30 PM at the Belly Tent Dance Studio, 2016 Strand Ave. $25/month for every class you can make it to. First class is free, $7 drop-in after. Call Blair at 531-3000.

After the revolution, we’ll need a new Betsy Ross, which is why you should pick up some tips every Thu. at Selvedge Studio, 509 S. Higgins Ave., where their Sewing Lounge begins at 6 PM. $9–10 hour. Call 541-7171.

The valley’s haven for year-round thrashers, Fiftytwo Skatepark, on El Way past the Missoula Airport, hosts Girls’ Skate Club Night every Thu. at 6 PM, which means girls skate for free.

Guys are welcome, but should plan on parting with a few bucks. Call 542-6383.

Helmville might literally be in the boondocks of Montucky, not even recognized by the U.S. Census, but Alexia Beckerling found some sense of community with her series of photographs, and she’s made a trip to Zootown to discuss her work during Artini: Highway to Helmville (Hwy 141) at the Missoula Art Musuem, 335 N. Pattee St., at 6 PM. Free. Music

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Watch as two parents crumble into uncivilized behavior brought about by a dinner party that features only alcohol, as well as obsessive hopes of job promotion, and more during the Montana Actors Theatre production of Life x 3 at the Crystal Theatre, 515 S. Higgins Ave., at 7:30 PM. $10 person. (See Theater in this issue.)

8 PM through Sept. 19, and a 2 PM performance Sept. 20 at the Hamilton Playhouse, 100 Ricketts Road. $14/adults, $8/under age 18. Call 375-9050.

He’ll slap, strike and whallop his guitar, while you stand in awe. Catch guitar abuser Dan Dubuque when he plays his rhythmic one-man blues at the Bitterroot Brewery, 101 Marcus St. in Hamilton, at 6 PM. Free. Call 363-7468.

See if you can get more krunk than N a s h v i l l e c o u n t r y s t a r Tr e n t Tomlinson as he croons hits like “Drunker Than Me” when he plays the Wilma Theatre at 7:30 PM. Countyline opens. $25, available at all Griztix locations and www.griztix.com.

Sorry ladies, but Thu. nights belong to the dudes at Men’s Night at The Office Bar, 109 W. Main St. in Hamilton, where the testosteronefueled karaoke begins at 9 PM. Free.

Call 363-6969.

She’ll make you lull and she’ll make you scream, but in a beautiful way: join Angela Andersen as she leads a singing technique course this and every Thu. at 6:30 PM for five weeks as part of YMusic’s adult music courses at the YMCA, 3000 S. Russell St. $45/$40 members. Call 721-YMCA.

If you missed out on hearing the highest range of human vocal pitches a few nights ago, you can still get your fix when UM student Maya Morales, a soprano, performs during the Student Recital Series at the Music Recital Hall, in UM’s Music Building, at 7:30 PM. Free.

See how crime intersects with the life of an ex-journalist turned carpenter in Helena when Neil McMahon reads and signs copies of his novel Dead Silver at Fact & Fiction, 220 N. Higgins, at 7 PM. Free. Call 721-2881.

Harmonize those vocal cords into chords when Lila Cleminshaw leads a Singing Harmony I course this and every Thu. at 7:45 PM for five weeks as part of YMusic’s adult music courses at the YMCA, 3000 S. Russell St. $45/$40 members. Call 721-YMCA.

Join several hundred people and revel in the glory of debauchery when cheap well drinks and laptop-fueled hip-hop, crunk, electronic, pop and mashed-up tunes hit the Badlander every week where Dead Hipster DJ Night gets the booties bumpin’ and the feet stompin’ at 9 PM. $2.

Two physicists that helped revolutionize atomic science start pondering the merits of their work during the Hamilton Players rendition of the Tony-award winning play Copenhagen, with performances at

Join the ranks of the Missoula Metal Militia, which brings metal DJs and bands to the Palace Lounge at 9 PM every Thu. Free.

Apple pie, apple crisp, sausage with apples. It’s an apple party of sorts during this month’s MUD Mingle at the Missoula Urban Demonstration Project, 629 Phillips St., from 6–9 PM where you bring an apple-themed dish, a beverage, plate and utensils and share with others during this community potluck.

Includes music by the Mason Jar String Band. Free. Call 721-7513.

Harper Lee’s classic story of racism and human values hits UM when the Montana Repertory Theatre kicks off its fall national tour with performances of To Kill A Mockingbird at the Montana Theatre, in UM’s PARTV center, at 7:30 PM. $18. Call 243-6809 or visit www.montanarep.org.

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Bowling and karaoke go together like high fives and jello molds during Solid Sound Karaoke at Westside Lanes at 8:30 PM. Free. Call 541-SING.

Bassackwards Karaoke turns your world underside-up every Thu. at 9 PM at Deano’s Casino on Airway Boulevard. Free. Call 531-8327.

Get your fix of improvised music with Sandy Bradford and Mark Souhrada when they host the jam at Los Caporales in Columbia Falls at 9 PM. Call 892-5025.

See a plethora of patterns and colors after a few pitchers, and muster up the

courage to belt out some classics too, and perhaps win a prize, during Kaleidoscope Karaoke every Tue.–Sun. at the Lucky Strike Casino, 1515 Dearborn Ave., at 9:30 PM. Free.

Call 721-1798.

Dance with a cougar or two, or not, every Thu. at 10 PM when the James Bar, 127 W. Alder St., hosts The Social Club, featuring DJ Fleege spinning an expansive array of tech house and progressive electro dance tunes. Free.

Cross your karaoke sword with others under the influence of that music box you sing along to during Combat DJ and Karaoke nights, this and every Thu. at the Press Box, 835 E. Broadway St., at 10 PM. Free.

Well, it’s been quite a week down here in the cubicle of the Calendar Playa.

I’ve received a glut of e-mails and snail mail from you, dear readers, about an assortment of events, be it a hot hiphop happening or a dance class for your kids. I try my hardest to honor your requests but, alas, sometimes we run out of space and things need to be cut. So if your event didn’t make it in this week, I offer my apologies, and now remind you to please send the next round of your event info by 5 PM on Fri., Sept. 11, to calendar@missoulanews.com.

Alternately, snail mail the stuff to Calendar Playa c/o the Independent, 317 S. Orange St., Missoula, MT 59801 or fax your way to 543-4367.

Even though many of us realize how asinine it is to leave our trash on the pristine lands surrounding Western Montana, a lot of us still do it. I’m not sure what it is, perhaps laziness, selfishness or just a general lack of foresight to the damage this causes.

This week, we can do something about it, at least on a small scale during the annual Bitterroot River Clean Up, which starts Sat., Sept. 12, at 10 AM and runs until 4 PM. You’ll begin the benevolent drudgery in places as far south as Sula and as nearby as Missoula, on both the East and West Forks of the river. There’ll be three separate locations to leave the refuse, and you can pick up garbage bags at local fly fishing shops in the Bitterroot, Bob Ward and Sons in Missoula and Hamilton, as well as at Missoula’s REI. As thanks for your stewardship, you’ll get a free barbecue meal at Anglers Roost, south of Hamilton. Call Don McGourty at 363-3146 to register or e-mail DMcGourty@fsbmsla.com.

If you’re not completely up for picking through debris, but would still like to aid our rivers, I think you’d do well to head over to the Big Blackfoot Chapter of Trout Unlimited Fundraiser, which starts at 2 PM with a bus tour of three recent Blackfoot Valley restoration projects, followed by a barbecue and more at 5 PM at the Rolling Stone Ranch in Ovando. Tickets cost $50 per person for the bus tour, dinner and a Monte Dolack poster, or $25 per person for the bus tour and dinner. The nonprofit plans to use all proceeds for restoration projects in the area. You were also supposed to RSVP

by Sept. 5, but hurry and call Ryen at 677-6454 or e-mail bbctursvp@gmail.com.

Those of us low on cash but interested in helping Gaia out through observation and documentation ought to take heed: This is the last weekend this year you’ll be able to head out with the Great Burn Study Group during its ongoing series of volunteer monitoring trips. The final expedition takes you to Mallard Larkins and runs from Sept. 11–13. Once there, you’ll monitor

weeds and wildlife and other details in order to understand management of this wildland. So, if you’ve got an open schedule, call Beverly Dupree at 240-9901 or e-mail thegreatburn@yaho.com.

After giving back, I think it’s time to live it up.

And what better way to indulge than with an 80-mile bike ride with Missoulians on Bicycles to celebrate member Shirl Braxton’s 80th birthday. If you’re down for some profuse peddling, get over to Perkins Restaurant on Mullan and Reserve Streets on Saturday at 8 AM and get ready for a voyage that includes stops in

so let Joshua Phillips know where you stand by giving him a call at 543-0898 or e-mailing him at mtsurveyor@gmail.com.

Also, if you’d like to know more about the group, plan to stop by their September meeting this Wed., Sept. 16, at 6 PM at Pipestone Mountaineering, 129 W. Front St., or visit www.rockymountaineers.com.

Perhaps you have an ankle biter under your wing, and intense bike races and climbs just aren’t an option. If so, I’ve got a handful of kid-friendly activities in store for y’all too.

The first is the Montana Natural History Center’s Magnificent Migrators activity on Sat., Sept. 11, at 2 PM at the center, 120 Hickory St. It’s an opportune chance for kids to brush up on Montucky’s assortment of birds that migrate, as well as play games and meet a saw-whet owl in person. $2 per child/free for members.

Call 327-0405 or visit www.montananaturalist.org.

If you don’t mind a trip to Lolo, you and your bambino might wanna catch a series of living history presentations and workshops on Saturday and Sunday as part of the 204th anniversary of Lewis and Clark’s stay at the site of Traveler’s Rest State Park, located half-a-mile west of Lolo on Highway 12. These endeavors run from 10 AM–5 PM each day and include presentations and discussions on pow-wow regalia and fire ecology, along with workshops on moccasin making and more. Admission is free for kids/$2 parents, with a $25 fee per workshop. Call 2734253 or click over to www.travelersrest.org for a full sched.

And before I leave you for the week, there are two other outdoors oriented events for y’all. The first is a talk

by Bob Danley sponsored by the Five Valleys Audubon Photo by Alex Sakariassen Society titled “Being a Naturalist: Honing Your Skills” on Mon., Sept. 14, at 7 PM in Room L14 of UM’s Gallagher Frenchtown, the Blue Mountain area and various locales around Business Building. Danley is a naturalist for the Metcalf National Missoula. You can join the crew at any point during this jaunt, so Wildlife Refuge and aims to help hone your naturalist skills beyond just birds. E-mail Poody McLaughlin at pmcregan@bresnan.net. call Patty at 544-3757 with questions.

Lastly, I’d like to remind you that the Watershed Education If that’s not enough enjoyable punishment for your body, I think you should spend your Saturday with members of the Rocky Network has two more training slots open for community volunMountaineers for 70 miles of mountain biking as well as 26 teer water monitoring: Sat., Sept. 11, from 11 AM–1:30 PM and miles of running and trekking from Missoula to Lolo Pass. Tue., Sept. 15, from 4–6:30 PM, both at the Greenough Park Pavillion The plan is to leave town early in the morn, bike from the Zoo to area. Free. Call 541-WATR or e-mail water@montanawatershed.org.

That’s all I’ve got for now. Until next week, keep the trash Lolo Pass all the way to the turn off for Elk Summit. You’ll continue up the summit’s gravel road, and then jump off your bike and run where it belongs: in the trash bin and out of our ecosystems. like a maniac up to the Blodgett Creek trailhead. The trip is slated for either this Sat., Sept. 11, or Sat., Sept. 19, depending on interest, calendar@missoulanews.com

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Prime time Ron Fitzgerald takes on Missoula’s The Poe Project

by Erika Fredrickson

For the past three years, Ron Fitzgerald has successful as a writer, he’s now considered a fea- stand. Good theater should be closer to seeing a w r i t t e n a b o u t a p o t - d e a l i n g m o t h e r i n tured draw for the gathering. band that you like live than like watching eight Showtime’s hit series “Weeds.” After wrapping up One might think that working full time in the hours of PBS on the birth of a cow.” the show’s fifth season in July, he moved over to big time would relegate other projects—Missoula Fitzgerald admits The Poe Project is a wacky NBC to write dramatic storylines about small theater projects, for instance—to the back burner. show and, he says, it’s hard enough that non-thetown Texas football for the critically acclaimed But Fitzgerald doesn’t think in those terms. While atergoers find theater people crazy already. He’s “Friday Night Lights.” writing for top television programs pays the bills hoping that the project will still suck people in Writing for two popular, incredibly different and, he admits, is enjoyable enough to not feel even if it comes from chaotic origins. shows presents some challenges for Fitzgerald. like a job, theater’s still in his blood. Plus, his con“But, you know, that’s also the nature of theWith “FNL,” he often sits in a room full of writ- nections to Missoula have continued to lead him ater,” he says. “What gets me out of bed in the ers in Los Angeles and goes over each script’s back here. morning and gets me through the first eight cups details. Sometimes dialog is already in place and He started working with Greg Johnson, the of coffee is the belief that we know what we’re he moves the story along, filling in the gaps, ask- Rep’s artistic director, on the company’s educa- doing and it is going to work out.” ing questions. Other times he writes the scene tional outreach tour in 2000 when he acted in And, of course, Fitzgerald’s had experience line-for-line from loose notes. Either way, he Henry James’ The Turn of the Screw. His next with things working out. The thrill of finding must keep in mind the fate of each character from episode to episode and, beyond that, the big-picture, fleshed-out season as a whole.

That’s his life in Los Angeles.

But Fitzgerald spends a considerable amount of time in Missoula, too, where he focuses mostly on writing plays. Before he was offered the job with “FNL,” Fitzgerald committed to writing a 50-minute play about Edgar Allen Poe for the Montana Repertory Theatre’s educational outreach program; The Poe Project debuts Sept. 11.

He also managed to squeeze in his regular appearance at the Rep’s Colony—a summer workshop for playwrights from Photo by Anne Medley across the country— between writing stints for Ron Fitzgerald, who writes for Showtime’s hit series “Weeds” as well as NBC’s “Friday Night Lights,” penned a new play for the Montana Rep’s outreach program, The Poe Project. “I feel so fortunate to be in a position the two series. to do what I do,” he says.

“It’s insane,” he says, laughing. “I thought I would be on hiatus right project was to adapt Mark Twain’s The Diaries of himself as a writer of two top television series now and I’d have three months to luxuriate in Adam & Eve, which toured twice for the program. hasn’t worn off. He’s still pinching himself. He Poe. Thank God I’ve been thinking about if for a Last season, he directed Harold Pinter’s loves the irreverence of “Weeds” and the realiswhile, but it’s still coming down to the wire. I go Dumbwaiter. tic drama of “Friday Night Lights”—though he to work at ‘Friday Night Lights,’ I come home, I For The Poe Project—directed by Deb Voss jokes that moving from cable’s “Weeds” to nettype up 10 pages of Poe, I zap it off and they go and starring graduates Cody Hyslop, Teralyn work’s “Friday Night Lights” cut his vocabulary rehearse it. It’s just crazy.”

Tanner and Gary Warchola—Fitzgerald decided to in half when characters couldn’t say “fuck” Fitzgerald first came to Missoula in 1997 for bypass the idea of having someone on stage pre- anymore. the Rep’s second Colony at the suggestion of his tending to be Poe, reading his works in a lecture“I’m still amazed,” he says. “Maybe the jaded teacher, famed playwright/screenwriter Marsha like or biographical manner. Too boring, he says. thing is coming. Maybe it’s just down the road for Norman. At the time, Fitzgerald was attending Instead, Fitzgerald created a scenario where Poe me where I’ll be like, ‘Oh, pfft, who cares? Big Julliard. is plagued by voices in his head—Auguste Dupin deal.’ But, right now, this is still a really big deal “She said, ‘There’s this group of people you and the raven—and through that scenario we get for me.” really have to meet and they’re going to respond to understand the inner workings of the seminal to you and you’re going to love them and it’s writer’s mind.

The Poe Project plays at the Masquer going to be awesome,’” he recalls. “And she was “Greg and Montana Rep are such big believers Theatre inside UM’s PARTV Center Friday, totally right.” in outreach and I am too,” Fitzgerald says. “It’s a Sept. 11, and Saturday, Sept. 12, at 7:30 PM Fitzgerald has attended the Colony almost time to take it to the streets and show people that nightly. $8. every year since ’97, first as a student and then as theater doesn’t have to be a bunch of people with efredrickson@missoulanews.com a mentor. And as he’s become more and more sticks up their asses saying things you can’t under-

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Rodney Atkins It’s America Curb Records

Simplicity was always the best policy for ’80s hair bands (“Nothing But a Good Time” by Poison comes to mind), and most pop country musicians follow the same philosophy. Rodney Atkins plays what passes for country these days—pop rock with fiddle and banjo set to lyrics covering God, America and Chevy trucks. On It’s America, he also indulges in what I call suburban country, in which he sings about being a dad.

Outlaw country, it’s not.

Still, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the simple

Bad Veins Bad Veins Dangerbird

The most impressive part of Bad Veins’ eponymous album is how the duo manages to sound like a multitude of musicians piling on instruments, manically layering each part, stuffing every song like a bursting Thanksgiving turkey—and, still, it makes you feel lonely. Maybe it’s the minor key approach that creates a feeling of heartbreak or existential crisis. The layers just amplify the angst.

At any rate, the combination of Ben Davis’ velveteen vocals—distressed to perfect imperfection—and the array of instruments looped on a cassette tape he calls “Irene” hit the sweet spot when it comes to catchy melodrama. Davis and drummer Sebastien Schultz (and their cassette

Mama’s Cookin’ Mama’s Cookin’ self-released

If you enjoy grooving on the funky sounds of peace, love and wah-wah pedals, by all means check out Mama’s Cookin’—live.

Even if that brief description sounds right up your alley, I say don’t bother buying the band’s eponymous album.

There was a time when lyrics like “I see you running to the river in the month of June/But that’s too soon/ Because July is the time that rely on rhyme” were acceptable. Take, for example, Blondie’s “Rapture.” As there was a time when

Austin Lucas

Somebody Loves You Suburban Home

There are many artists mining the alt-countr y/traditional/Americana vein these days, prospecting that sweet spot where vintage country and gospel meet modern sensibilities. The thing with Indiana-born Austin Lucas is that his debut release actually gets it right.

This is a quiet record of acoustic guitar, a little fiddle, some tasty pedal steel work and the occasional rhythmic instrument that all serve the greater good: Lucas’ songs and his beautifully mournful voice. If this is an affectation—Lucas, like many modern songwriters attempting trad country, comes from a punk rock background—then he owns it as if his mama played Hank Williams while he was in the

details if you had a rural childhood. In “Best Things,” Atkins sings about football, hunting and fishing. In “Got It Good” he savors the birds, grass and rain. In “Chasin’ Girls” we get to reminisce about water gun fights and Dairy Queen on hot summer days. Like many Montanans, he doesn’t like Hollywood types.

Atkins can sing, and his smoky vocals occasionally hit rumbling lows as impressive as Kenny Rogers in “The Gambler.” His evasion of other ubiquitously pop country themes that whine about hard-to-get women or the confines of marriage is commendable. And while “Rockin’ of the Cradle” acknowledges death in a gritty fashion, the other songs— cheesy and innocuous—never rock the boat.

(Erika Fredrickson) Rodney Atkins plays the Wilma Theatre Sunday, Sept. 13, at 8 PM. $29.75. tape, which includes horns, ambient static, psychedelic synth, piano and violins) explore no new territory, but they craftily redesign an old sound. “ Fo u n d ” h a s t h e most allure—too bad they blow their wad by having it be the first track. Lyrics mostly side on the clever and only sometimes slip into the insipid.

And though “Cross-eyed” limps and drags along in an awkward gait, by the time they reach the final track, “Go Home,” Davis’ vocal dragging hits home, stitching together the final notes with rhythmic elegance. (Erika Fredrickson) Bad Veins play the Palace Thursday, Sept.

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I imagine that live, the band’s 1990s flashback funksplosion is enough to distract from singer Zebuel Early’s lyrics. Mama’s Cookin’ is a fine band for dancing. They’ll get you sweaty and throw in a few jazzy slow numbers, too. While his voice and delivery are smooth—funky hip-hop hippy Michael Franti is clearly an influence—I suggest that Early concentrate less on imitating the hip-hop flow and more on writing a song that does not rhyme anything with moon, June, night, light, fire or ice. It would be a healthy challenge. (Ali Gadbow) Mama’s Cookin’ plays the Top Hat Friday, Sept. 11, at 10 PM with cover TBA, as well as Hempfest at Caras Park Saturday, Sept. 12, at 8 PM. Free. womb. When he delivers songs of lost love and regret, the listener is compelled to want to buy Lucas a drink and pat him on the back. Even better, as in tracks like “Singing Man” and “Fountain of Youth,” when Lucas is joined in harmony by Chloe Manor, the music becomes something sublime.

Funny how lonesome well expressed can be comforting sometimes, and “She Did” is a devastating cut of sadness that lifts the whole record.

Lucas delivers a soundtrack nearly perfect for those long solo drives in the night. (Chris La Tray) Austin Lucas plays the Badlander Monday, Sept. 14, with Two Cow Garage and Mike Hale at 9 PM. $8.

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Two too many MAT’s Life X 3 bogs down in do-overs

by Erika Fredrickson

In Groundhog Day, Bill Murray’s character is Nathan McTague as Hubert and Michelle forced to rehash the same day over and over until Edwards as Inez are less dimensional in the first act. he becomes a better person. What makes it inter- McTague plays Hubert’s soft-spoken arrogance with esting, of course, is that Murray’s awareness of his precision, and for that, he’s like most villains you situation allows him to change the consequences love to hate. But he leaves little room for variation, of his day by changing his behavior. People love and he has limited dynamics with the rest of the charthat movie. It lets them daydream about redemp- acters. Only in a later act, when Hubert observes the tion or, more superficially, the power of omnis- gap between “reality and representation,” and cience. It allows them to imagine a scenario where between “object and word,” do we get a sense that they might get free do-overs ad infinitum until his more stereotyped Hubert might be all part of the their lives are exactly as they want them. If only. play’s plan and not just a failure on McTague’s part.

Yasmina Reza’s Life X 3 explores a similar concept, Edwards gets more fascinating too with each but in this case, it’s a more cerebral experiment. What act, going from submissive and haughty to melanif you took a particular evening involving particular choly existentialist. In one scene where she finally characters and replayed it three times, only changing the characters’ general attitudes? What if a character holds her tongue in one take, but speaks her mind in another? What if a character first shows kindness, then flips to cruelty? It’s an algebraic equation where the people are the variables that change the outcome.

Each of the play’s three acts repeats the same night’s event, in the same place—the Paris apartment of Henry and his wife Sonia. They’ve just put their son, Arnaud, to bed and Sonia, a lawyer, is in her bathrobe doing paperwork.

Henry, an astrophysicist, is trying to appease Arnaud when there’s a knock on the door. Nathan McTague, Michelle Edwards, David MillsHenry’s colleague and superior Hubert Finidori Low and Sarina Hart, from left to right, star in the has arrived with his wife, Inez, a day too early for Montana Actors’ Theatre production of Life X 3. a dinner. It’s a disaster. There’s no food.

Nothing’s prepared. But Henry and Sonia invite the stands up to Hubert, she received applause from Finidoris in anyway, offering them ladyfingers, the crowd for a wonderfully delivered monologue.

Cheezits and plenty of wine. Things unravel and/or By then, it’s a little late to enjoy the characters’ mutate from there, depending on the act. And, on the developments from act to act. It becomes more of surface, it’s a funny sitcom with dramatic intervals. a task to take the play’s scientific references to flat, But the idea of Life X 3 is more annoying than spiral and elliptical galaxies and apply them— philosophically profound. At best, it’s like a cool the- sometimes in retrospect—to the characters’ perater exercise not fully developed. At worst, it’s like a sonality changes. It gets a bit cloudy. choose-your-own-adventure book with highbrow Life X 3 is a play to watch for fun. It’s funny dialog. The only thing that elevates the Montana and weird and, with the way the cast interacts, the Actors’ Theatre production from being a stunted characters could be waiting for a bus to come and bore is the company’s spirited and engaging acting. still be interesting to behold. That’s because there In the first act, Henry (David Mills-Low) is para- isn’t much gravity to the characters’ conselyzed by anxiety about his professional paper titled quences, and therein the problem.

“On the Flatness of Galaxy Halos.” Sonia (Sarina Hart) Sure, if you have a good attitude you might has no sympathy for him and they fight angrily over be able to save yourself from self-destruction. every little thing. Mills-Low and Hart manage to be There’s a simple lesson in that. But, what more? almost slapstick in their representation of a couple at Even Groundhog Day, which is no masterpiece, their wits’ end. You can almost see Mills-Low sweating ends with some deeper sense of what we should like a cartoon of a man in crisis. And yet they add get out of it. With Life X 3, if you think about the nuances to their gestures and tone that give their concept a little too much, if you try to attribute characters dimension, saving them from caricature. the play’s universal concepts to something bigIn the second act, Mills-Low’s Henry is more in ger, it sort of deflates or implodes or, like matter control, with more complex reactions. When he says, exposed to the universe’s dark energy, sort of “I’m doomed,” he achieves a cheerful self-destructive- disappears. ness that slyly offsets him from the far more hopeless, pathetic “I’m doomed” Henry of act one. Repetition of Life X 3 continues at the Crystal Theatre lines from act to act—sometimes changed by the char- Thursday, Sept. 10–Saturday, Sept. 12 and acter’s tone and sometimes changed because a differ- Wednesday Sept. 16–Saturday, Sept. 19 at 7:30 ent character says them—ties each act together in an PM nightly. $10/$12 Fridays and Saturdays. intriguing way, mostly because this cast (and director efredrickson@missoulanews.com Grant Olson) takes the time to tend to such details.

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The full story Exceptional doc reveals the true Butte

by Nick Davis

History is funny. Much has been made—and complexity of the city is revealed by the tidbit that rightly so—of the historic nature of the Milltown some Butte residents referred to their home as Dam removal and the soon-to-be-natural reunion “Butte, America” because it was an anomaly in the of the Blackfoot and Clark Fork rivers. Impending West: a diverse, bustling place that had much more work on the upper Clark Fork corridor, though in common with the industrial centers of the East not nearly as sexy as the disembowelment of a (Butte has been called the “Pittsburgh of the West”) giant rock-and-timber edifice, now has stage two than with any of its neighboring communities. of the Superfund cleanup in the news.

While a steady stream of vaudeville acts and But as federal and state officials pour hundreds of the largest brothel in the West testify to Butte’s million of dollars and countless man-hours into scrap- famed proclivity for fun and, at least in part, give ing a century’s worth of poisoned history from the some valuable depth to the city’s continued banks and bottom of the Clark Fork, it seems that lit- embracement of St. Patrick’s Day, Roberts does not tle has been recently made of the contamination’s dwell long on the racier parts of Butte’s history. source—the hard rock mining city that made all this There is much story to be told in the forces that new history necessary. But thanks to a documentary film with a history nearly onetenth as long as it subject’s, Butte is finally getting its due. And man, what a due it is.

In both content and form, Butte, America is nothing short of a revelation.

Modern Butte is pocked with massive and mysterious landmarks to its past—the 90foot virgin statue riding the high spine of the Continental Divide, gazing over the city in benediction; the festering Berkley Pit, fed insatiably by an unseen toxic underPhoto courtesy of the Liva family ground; the largely shuttered old town This portrait of Butte miners is one of numerous archival business district—and Pamela Roberts’ photos in Pam Roberts’ documentary, Butte, America. powerhouse of a documentary brings them all to life in a way that will, if justice serves, change the shaped Butte’s community, and this is where Butte, way this remarkable city is perceived both here in America really shines. From a brief but notable sumMontana and the world at large. mary of the struggle for dominance among the I normally shy from revealing much of a Copper Kings, to a detailed and riveting account of movie’s substantive content points, but Butte, the savage wars between mining companies and America tells its story so well that its must-see sta- labor unions, to a finely woven portrait of a group of tus will in no way be diminished by such a listing. people who stood united against the financial interThere is, of course, the scope of mining operations ests that ruled nearly every aspect of their official themselves. There are hundreds of miles of tunnels lives, Butte, America is a full-scale immersion into a beneath the city, and the profit from the metals city with the right to call its story a truly unique one. extracted there made the Anaconda Company the Butte’s decline is documented here as well, fourth largest in the United States in 1914. A nifty though not with the same attention to detail paid its piece of filmmaking has the camera in a panoramic turn-of the-century heyday. It’s numbing, really: A sweep over what must be painstakingly assembled more profitable mine in Chile reduces Butte’s relehistoric photos of the city, with a white arrow point- vance as the city’s rich ore stores diminish; new teching to the entrances of the various mines under a nology results in an open pit that consumes huge voiceover that lists their names. This is powerful chunks of town (a great voiceover line reads in part stuff, both for the sheer number of mines and the “the Anaconda Company was swallowing the city it simplicity in which that information is delivered. had built”); a string of arson fires in the 1970s put a The labor needs of the mines brought immi- fiery exclamation to a city that had hit rock bottom. grants—dominated by the Irish, who left an indeliNear the end of the film we hear the story of ble stamp on the culture of the city—in droves, driv- how a laid-off group of mine workers decided to ing a population increase that saw Butte hit well use their skills to construct a symbol of hope and over 40,000 residents during WWI. Roberts, who virtue above a city that had been abused beyond its produced and directed, works hard to animate breaking point. But even if Our Lady of the Rockies’ these hard-living men and their tough families and posture is one of admonition more than benediccommunities, and that work pays off in a big way. tion, the city under her gaze clearly deserves the She mixes living portraits of men who had immortality afforded it by Butte, America. been there (one of them, describing the surprisingly deep affinity many miners held for their Butte, America screens at the Wilma Theatre work, says in his interview, “I always classified dig- Friday, Sept. 11, at 7 PM. $10/$15 includes postging as a blessing from God”) with a stunning screening reception at the Red Bird. assemblage of photographs, film and home video arts@missoulanews.com footage, and written accounts of life in Butte. The

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OPENING THIS WEEK 9 Tim Burton helps create a rad, post-apocalyptic hell where little mutants called stitchpunks fight for survival against menacing machines. Carmike 10: 5, 7 and 9:15 with additional Fri.–Sun. shows at 1 and 3. Stadium 14: Fri.–Sun. at 12:10, 2:30, 4:50 and 9:15, with Sun. show at 9:20, and midnight on Fri.–Sat. and Mon.–Thu. at 1:50, 4, 7:15 and 9:20.

I CAN DO BAD ALL BY MYSELF A sousing nightclub singer gets a wake-up call when her niece and nephews land on her doorstep, but a Mexican immigrant just might help change her boozing ways. Village 6: 7 and 9:45 with additional Sat.–Sun shows at 1:30 and 4:10.

SORORITY ROW Reignite your dislike for sororities in this hackneyed flick about sorority girls who accidentally kill one of their own, only to be faced with a mysterious killer bent on retribution. Carmike 10: 4:30, 7:15 and 9:45 with additional Fri.–Sun. show at 1:45. Stadium 14: Fri.–Sun. at 12:20, 2:45, 5:05, 7:25 and 9:40 and midnight on Fri.–Sat. and Mon.–Thu. at 1:35, 4:10, 7:10 and 9:40.

WHITEOUT A badass female U.S. Marshal stationed in Antarctica tries to solve the continent’s first murder, while also fending off a killer in the process.

Carmike 10: Mon.–Sun. at 5:30, 7:45 and 10, with additional Fri.–Sun. shows at 1 and 3:15.

Pharaohplex in Hamilton: 7 and 9, with Sat.–Sun. matinees at 3 and no 9 show Sun. Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Mon.–Sun. at 12:15, 2:40, 5, 7:30 and 9:45 and midnight on Fri.–Sat. and Mon.–Thu at 1:55, 4:30, 7:30 and 9:45. Mountain Cinema in Whitefish: 7 and 9:15 with Sat.–Sun. show at 1:30.

NOW SHOWING 500 DAYS OF SUMMER See what happens when a lovestruck sap woos Zooey Deschanel while holding onto the notion that love cures all. Village 6: 7 and 9:20 with additional Sat.–Sun. shows at 1 and 4. Pharaohplex in Hamilton: 7 and 9 with Sat.–Sun. matinees at 3 and no show Sun. at 9. Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Thu. at 1:05 and 6:30 and midnight Fri.–Sat. ADAM A man with Asperger’s Syndrome snags the attention of a cosmopolitan diva. Wilma Theatre: 9 only, with 7 and 9 shows on Sat., Mon. and Tue. and no matinees.

Bradley Cooper around on his beat, trying to snare his heart in this cornball rom-com. Carmike 10: 4:15, 7:30 and 10 with additional Fri.–Sun. show at 1:20. Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Sun. at noon, 2:20, 4:45, 7:20, 9:45 and midnight on Fri.–Sat. and Mon.–Thu. at 1:45, 4:20, 7:20 and 9:45.

through multi-player online games. Carmike 10: 4, 7 and 9:30 with additional Fri.–Sun. show at 1. Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Sun. at 12:05, 2:25, 4:55, 7:15 and 9:35 with midnight show Fri.–Sat. and Mon.–Thu. at 1:35, 4:35, 7:15 and 9:35.

DISTRICT 9 Peter Jackson produces a film about refugee aliens controlled by a multi-national corporation that cares only about making profits. Carmike 10: 4:20, 7:10 and 9:45 with additional Fri.–Sun. show at 1:45.

Pharaohplex in Hamilton: 6:50 and 9:10, with Sat.–Sun. matinees at 3 with no Sun. show at 9.

Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Thu. at 1:25, 4:15, 6:55 and 9:25 and midnight on Fri.–Sat.

GI JOE: THE RISE OF COBRA Blatant militarism gets championed as Dennis Quaid and Marlon Wayans, along with other members of G.I. JOE work to crush a corrupt Scottish arms dealer named Destro and his esoteric Cobra organization. Carmike 10: 4:15, 7:05 and 9:45 with additional Fri.–Sun. show at 1:30.

Pharaohplex in Hamilton: 6:50 with Sat.–Sun. matinees at 3 and no Sun. show at 9:10.

Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Sun. at 12:50, 3:50, 6:40, 9:35 with midnight show Fri.–Sat. and Mon.–Thu. at 1, 3:50, 6:40 and 9:35.

EXTRACT Jason Batemen wants to sell his plant extract business but his plans get thwarted when his

Kate Beckinsale searches for her career in Whiteout, which opens at the Carmike 10 Friday.

wife cavorts naughtily with a manslut. Includes sweet cameos from Gene Simmons and Ben Affleck. Village 6: 7 and 9:45 with and additional Sat.–Sun shows at 1 and 4. Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Sun. at 12:25, 2:35, 4:50, 7:05 and 9:30 and midnight on Fri.–Sat. and Mon.–Thu. at 1:40, 4:20, 7:05 and 9:30.

THE FINAL DESTINATION Hillbilly pastimes careen with the grim reaper in this 3-D horrorshow that reeks of overproduced cheese. Carmike 10: 4:15, 7:05 and 9:35 and additional Fri.–Sun. show at 1:45. Pharaohplex in Hamilton: 9:10 only, with Sat.–Sun. matinees at 3 and no Sun. show at 9:10. Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Mon. at 12:20, 2:30, 4:50, 7:15, 9:35 and midnight on Fri.–Sat. and Tue. at 2, 4:30, 7:15, 9:35. Mountain Cinema in Whitefish: 4:15, 7:15 and 9:35 with Sat.–Sun. shows at 1:45.

HALLOWEEN II Rob Zombie adds more blood, guts and sex to the story of mass murderer Michael Myers.

Village 6: 7:10 and 9:40 only.

THE HURT LOCKER War sucks, so confirm those notions when you follow two American soldiers stuck in Iraq as they dodge IEDs and their megalomaniac boss.

Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Thu. at 3:30 and 9.

ICE AGE: DAWN OF THE DINOSAURS This animated children’s comedy, the third installment in the series, follows Manny and his friends as they navigate life through adult-oriented topics like falling in love, starting a family and going extinct.

Voiceovers include cameos by Queen Latifah and Denis Leary. Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Sun. at 12:15 and 4:35 and Mon.–Thu. at 1:05 and 3:30.

ALIENS IN THE ATTIC Follow a band of kids on vacation who try to ward off attacks from alien invaders bent on taking over the world. Entertainer in Ronan: 4, 7 and 9.

IN THE LOOP The War in Iraq gets a belly-laugh in this stinging satire about a British official who tries to stop Bush and Blair-like presidents from plunging the Middle East into its current chaotic state.

Wilma Theatre: 7 only, with 7 and 9 shows on Sat., Mon. and Tue. and no matinees.

ALL ABOUT STEVE Sandra Bullock plays a socially awkward, obsessive wordsmith who follows television camera slinger

GAMER Humans control each other not by wealth or political prestige, like in the real world, but

INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS Brad Pitt aims to kick some serious Nazi ass with his Jewish war buddies in this latest offering from

Looks like another run of warmer weather for the next few days. That'll give you the chance to dig back into your trico and attractor box for a little while longer. Water temps remain ideal for dryfly action pretty much from right when you hit the water until around 7 p.m. There are good hatches of gray drakes and the blue wings have begun to appear with some regularity now too. On the warm sunny days, the trico action has been very good particularly on the lower 1/2 of the 'root.

Nymphing will be productive early although at this point, water temps are still warm enough so the dries should be working right out of the chute.

Copper Johns in a size 14, smaller stonefly nymphs in lighter colors and of course, red or pink San Juans. The streamer fishing has been significantly better on cloudy days, but as fall sets in, the lower river should give up good numbers of fatties on the heavy artillery rain or shine.

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SHORTS A little boy has a psychedelic experience when a rock hits him in the head and spaceships, crocodile armies and giant boogers follow. Village 6: 1:30 and 4:05, only on Sat.–Sun. Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Sun. at 1:10 and 3:45.

THE TIME TRAVELER’S WIFE Your heart strings are bound to be tugged in this flick about a time traveling man and the woman who tries desperately to keep him grounded.

Village 6: 7:20 and 9:50 with additional Sat.–Sun shows at 1 and 4:15. Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Sun. at 6:35 and 9:20 and midnight on Fri.–Sat. and Mon.–Thu. at 1:10, 3:45, 6:50 and 9:30. Showboat Cinema in Polson: 4:15, 7 and 9.

THE UGLY TRUTH Katherine Heigl’s reality is turned upside down when a coworker dishes out the “ugly truth” about men and women. Village 6: 7:20 and 10, with additional Sat.–Sun shows at 1:30 and 4:30.

Capsule reviews by Ira Sather-Olson.

Moviegoers be warned! Show times are good as of Fri., Sept. 11. Show times and locations are subject to change or errors, despite our best efforts. Please spare yourself any grief and/or parking lot profanities by calling ahead to confirm. Theater phone numbers: Carmike 10/Village 6–541-7469; Wilma–728-2521; Pharaohplex in Hamilton–961-FILM; Roxy Twin in Hamilton–363-5141. Stadium 14 in Kalispell–752-7804. Showboat in Polson, Entertainer in Ronan and Mountain in Whitefish–862-3130.

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JULIE & JULIA This adaptation of two memoirs revolves around cooking, blogging about cooking and the quest to become a culinary master, all thanks to cookbooks by Julia Child. Carmike 10: 4:15, 7:00 and 9:45 and additional Fri.–Sun. show at 1:30. Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Sun. at 12:40, 3:40, 6:45, 9:25 and midnight on Fri.–Sat. and Mon.–Thu. at 1:10, 3:55, 6:45 and 9:25. Pharaohplex in Hamilton: nightly at 6:50 and 9:10 with Sat.–Sun. matinee at 3 and no 9:10 show Sun. Mountain Cinema in Whitefish: nightly at 4:15, 7:15, 9:30 and Sat.–Sun. show at 1:45.

MY LIFE IN RUINS Nia Vardalos revisits the land of baklava as a tour guide who tries to find her mojo.

Mountain Cinema in Whitefish: 4, 7 and 9:15, with Sat.–Sun. shows at 1:30.

G-FORCE Guinea pigs take up spy work from the United States government in order to take down a billionaire bent on world takeover. Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Sun. at 2:25, 6:45 and 9 and midnight on Fri.–Sat. and Mon.–Thu. at 6:45 and 9.

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Quentin Tarantino. Carmike 10: 4:10 and 7:20 with additional Fri.–Sun. show at 1. Pharaohplex in Hamilton: 7 with Sat. and Sun. matinees at 3 and no Sun. show at 9. Stadium 14 in Kalispell: Fri.–Sun. at 12:45, 4 and 7:35 and midnight Fri.–Sat. and Mon.–Thu. at 1:15, 4:30 and 8.

Showboat Cinema in Polson: 4 and 7:15.

Blackfoot

The weather's moving back to ideal Blackfoot conditions. The warm and sunny fall weather will have the tricos and October caddis jamming up here and lots of good fish on the move for both of them.

Midday, the standard hopper or attractor/dropper rig should do very well for you as will smaller caddis dries in the later afternoon and early evening.

Using hoppers or attractors that have lots of flexible rubber legs seems to make a BIG difference on the Blackfoot fish. For prospecting, a stimi chew toy in a 12 with a 16 flashback mayfly nymph will be a good bet. If and when the clouds roll in, subsurface tactics will become much more relevant both in terms of nymphs and streamers. Stonefly or large caddis larva deep under an indicator will produce for you as will a variety of darker bodied streamers with a slow retrieve.

weeks and the blue wings get going, this river should become way more consistent than it has been. Gray drakes, spruce moths, sulphers and rusty spinners should all make their appearances today. When things begin to cool down for real, you can expect the best fishing of the day to move squarely to the midday hours. For now, though, the water's still "warm" enough to provide good fishing early and late. By noon, you should still be able to prospect with attractor/dropper rigs, but the Clark Fork fish will soon be looking primarily for mayflies.

Cripples in a size 14, similarly sized compara or sparkle duns and more refined droppers will be the deal. During the warm up that's on tap for the next few days, the caddis will make a brief return and provide some good later afternoon/early evening topwater consistency.

mayfly profile nymphs such as P-tails, copper Johns and princes in about a 14 to 18 will be the key underneath today. Terrestrials and general attractor patterns have also been working well in medium to smaller sizes (12s to 14s) and should stay relevant as long as the sun stays out. If the clouds move in, you'll want to stick almost exclusively to mayfly patterns in the size 14 to 18 range. The indicator nymphing has also been productive with a variety of patterns ranging from size 8 stonefly nymphs to more refined #16 mayfly junk

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Fairly anti-climactic right now on the Mo with the weather hanging squarely in between summer and fall.

The weeds have begun to break loose now and are making for less than stellar nymphing and streamer fishing. We need the cool down to happen over here to bring on the serious fall fishing. Smaller cripples and comparaduns in 16s to 20s will be the goods but smaller ants and beetles will hold their own for awhile longer too. The nymphing is still the best way to get There are lots of mayflies coming off up here, so stan- numbers, but it's not like it was a month ago. dard duns or spinners in a size 14 to 18 will work. Prospecting with a hopper/dropper rig is still about as As fall moves in for real over the next couple of We'd suggest a basic parachute adams in a 14. Smaller good as anything right now.

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Employer is hiring immediately for a FRONT DESK CLERK to work 32-40 hours per week. Duties include: Checking guests in and out of motel, providing assistance to guests, answering questions about the facility and the Missoula area, and providing extra amenities to guests.

Applicants MUST have the ability to type, read and write. Experience with Windows and Microsoft Office is preferred but not required.

Starting wage is $8 per hour. Two shifts will be 4 pm to midnight and two shifts will be midnight to 8 am, for 32 hours per week with a possible fifth shift to be decided by manager. Must be able to work weekends and stay awake during shifts.

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Local Benefit Administration Company is seeking a part-time Human Resource Assistant. Duties include providing support in the areas of benefit administration, new hire processing, training and general administrative support. The position will start at part-time and may, at some point in the future, expand to fulltime. Must have High School Diploma or GED. Previous experience with computer software applications including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, & Visio is required. Rate of pay is dependent on experience. Excellent oral & written communication skills required.

Full job description is available at the Missoula Job Service Front Desk. Applicants are required to take the 3-minute general typing test, writing sample thank you letter, and the customer service mindset survey. #2976242 Missoula Workforce Center 728-7060 IN STORE RETAIL SALES, F/T, Msla.

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dling, operating paint related equipment, mixing paint, matching paint colors, receiving inventory, lifting up to 50 lbs, replenishing shelves, and custodial duties. Must have exceptional customer service skills and good computer skills. Must also have a valid driver’s license.

Work days and hours are: 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day. Monday thru Friday 8 AM - 6 PM and some Saturdays 10 AM-2 PM. Wage is $9.00 per hour during training and $10.00 per hour when training is complete. The employer desires an individual who is willing to learn the paint business. #2976264 Missoula Workforce Center 728-7060

DUN JUAN I always recommend your column, however, I take issue with your slamming “Joe Spokes” for not directly asking out the girl in his bike group. Besides, only a fool would take a woman on a date and pay. It takes discipline, but if I invite a woman out, I ask her in advance to pay her way. This helps me weed women out. If they just want a free meal, they can go to the homeless shelter, and I won’t have that terrible feeling of being duped into the meal and movie scam.

—Outsmarting Them

INFANT AID, P/T, Msla. Missoula business seeking a reliable individual to work as an INFANT AID in their daycare facility. This is a parttime position working with infants.

Work days are Monday through Friday, 2:30 PM until 6:00 PM, approximately 17.5 hours per week. Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. Duties include but are not limited to: Feeding, changing, playing with infants, providing a safe loving & caring environment for the infants and providing exceptional customer service. Starting wage is $7.25 per hour. Prior infant aid experience is preferred but not required. #2976248 Missoula Workforce Center 72807060 LEGAL SECRETARY, P/T, Msla. Solo practice attorney is seeking a parttime Legal Secretary. Will answer a two-line phone system, direct calls; take messages, file & other office duties. EXPERIENCE IN THE LEGAL FIELD IS REQUIRED. Must have these skills and experience: basic bookkeeping; proficient with Word and/or WordPerfect; including formatting of documents, good telephone skills; ability to keep calendar for scheduling; be very detailed oriented regarding grammar and spelling errors, have the aptitude & desire to work with computers & new programs; ability to use the Internet for e-mail & research communications; strong problem solving skills, general office management.

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Mystery Shoppers earn up to $150 Day. Undercover shoppers needed to judge retail and dining establishments. Experience not required. Call 877-308-1186 NIGHT AUDITOR, P/T, Msla. Night owl needed for this hotel NIGHT AUDITOR position. Requires computer literacy, and ability to handle numbers and math as will be balancing the accounts and good customer service skill. Hotel experience preferred. Will also answer the phone, check in guests and do some light cleaning of the front area.

Hours are 11:00pm to 7:00 am, part-time, weekends. Must be able to stay awake entire shift. Wage is $7.50 per hour. #2976262 Missoula Workforce Center 7287060 NOW HIRING! Preschool & Recreational Gymnastic Coaches & PT Office Staff. Call 728-0908 PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT, P/T to F/T, Msla. A Missoula Montessori school is seeking a part to full time PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT. Some early childhood education is preferred. Will work closely with staff to provide education and activities to children aged 2 to 5 in a positive, upbeat manner. Requires ability to work effectively with children, staff and parents. Must have at least a High School diploma and proof of immunizations upon employment: MMR, tetanus, DPT. Background check will be conducted. Work 30 to 40 hour, Monday-Friday.

Schedule may vary and will be discussed in interview. Pay starts at $9/hour and can negotiate reduced childcare costs. #2976265 Missoula Workforce Center 7287060

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE Do you love the Missoula Independent? Are you an enthusiastic, motivated, self-starter? Then we want to talk to you! The Missoula Independent is looking for an Account Executive for magazine, newspaper and online ad sales.

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If you’re looking to “weed women out,” you’re on the right track. Sure, it’s best to be on your guard against gold-digging users—to a point. Treating women like scam artists right off the bat—”I’d love to take you out to buy yourself glass of wine!”—is right up there with Kmart announcing over the loudspeaker, “Welcome, Kmart shoplifters!”

But, don’t just take it from me. I posted your approach on my blog, and nearly 250 comments later, women confirmed that opening with a demand for separate checks is the best way to end up on separate dates. Here are some typical remarks from all the gold diggers: “Gretchen” wrote, “Women should never go on a date unprepared to pay for at least their own food, but to be told in advance is so weird and off-putting I’d probably stare at this (dude) with a blank expression and walk away.” “Cornerdemon” was one of many women who said if money’s tight, it would be okay to attend an art opening (free wine!).

“Kristin” “always” offers to pay for her meal—or even the whole tab— but said if a guy “announced beforehand that I was expected to pay I’d tell him I’d let him know how dinner was.”

Your approach not only offends women, it suggests you’ll be fishing pennies out of a fountain to pay the tip—or making the wife pick through the trash for returnables before you’ll let her take the kid to the dentist. Even if a woman has every intention of footing her share of the bill, her genes are driving her to make sure a guy’s a “provider”— someone who has access to resources and a willingness to share them. But, wait! Gloria Steinem said women should get equal pay!

Shouldn’t they also pay equally, and from date one on? Sorry, but that notion confuses being equal with being the same. Men and women are biologically and psychologically different, and that isn’t likely to

change anytime soon. In fact, according to evolutionary psychologist Donald Symons, “Natural selection takes hundreds or thousands of generations to fashion any complex cognitive adaptation.” So, good news! It should only be about 25,000 years until women leap at the chance to date you.

Until then, you’ll probably be “outsmarting” a whole lot of women—right into the arms of other guys. These would be guys who know better than to buy dinner for some near-stranger on the first date, but who understand that a couple glasses of wine are the investment you make if you’d like to have a girlfriend before the next Ice Age. Now, although you say your approach “takes discipline,” I have to say, I suspect it’s more your philosophy than your actual practice. But, hey, if asking women to pay is working so well, why stop there? You’re sure to be fighting ‘em off if only you’ll tell a woman she has to put her money in escrow before your date, just in case she runs out on the check for her $6 Merlot.

RESISTANCE IS FEUDAL After hearing stories of my dating misadventures, a married woman advised me, “If a girl tells you she wants to be friends, immediately tell her you have enough friends and walk away. You will more often than not be remarkably surprised by her actions after that.” I nodded, but really have no idea what that means.

—Befriended Again Believe a girl when she tells you she wants to be friends—if you’re both 5. At 25, it’s usually code for “I find you sexually repellant.” For some girls, however, it’s code for “I find you sexually repellant but potentially useful.” It sounds like your married friend wants you to understand that “friends” isn’t going to morph into “with benefits”— unless you’re willing to count the warm glow you’ll feel when you unclog the girl’s toilet just in time for her date. Her advice is good in concept; just don’t take it literally.

Squeak “I have enough friends!” and storm off, and you should indeed be “remarkably surprised” by how quickly one man can go from the “friend zone” to the “no chance in hell with any of her friends zone.”

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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY

By Rob Brezsny ARIES (March 21-April 19): I don’t think I’m being unduly optimistic when I speculate that you’re on the verge of achieving a ringing victory over your bad self. What makes me so confident that this development is in the works? Well, in recent weeks you have been dealing more forthrightly and intelligently with the lowest aspects of your character. You have also become more fully aware of the difference between your out-and-out unregenerate qualities and the unripe aspects of your character that may someday become very beautiful. There’s a second sign that you’re close to transforming one of the most negative things about you: You have almost figured out the truth about a murky curse that you internalized some time ago. When you finally identify it, you will know intuitively how to banish it forever.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): I expect that you’ll be a force of nature in the coming days, the human equivalent of a divine intervention. In fact, you might want to give fair warning to friends and loved ones who assume that you have always been and will always be steady, placid, and mild. Otherwise they may be unduly freaked out when your intelligence explodes like a double rainbow or when you start emoting like a waterfall. They might accuse you of “not being yourself” when your laughter turns volcanic or your decisions hit with the force of the aurora borealis. It’ll be interesting for you to notice which of your close cohorts responds most favorably to this outbreak of your elemental gifts.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “Here’s what I did not do this summer,” begins the testimony of one of my Gemini readers, Beth Hylton. “Not once did I swing on a tire swing over the river, watching the pink shimmery reflection of myself in a wet suit on a tire swing. I did not take a day off work to sneak out alone to Jones Beach with a book and a beer in a ginger ale bottle. I did not eat outside at a red-checkered-tablecloth-and-too-much-cheese-on-the-pasta Italian restaurant, sucking back carafes of Gallo like Kool-Aid. I did not catch fireflies for the satisfaction of setting them free, and I did not nap in the noontime sun. Where are all the ‘I dids’?” I’m happy to inform Beth, as well as any of her fellow Geminis who might have been remiss in doing the kinds of activities she named, that the next three weeks will be a very favorable period to make up for lost time.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Murmurs and whispers will have more clout than clamors and shouts. A candle in the dark will provide more illumination than a bonfire at high noon.

Short jaunts could transform everything permanently; long trips might only shift things slightly and temporarily. Forceful confrontations may lead to a muddle; feints and tricks and bluffs could spark crafty solutions. The “simple facts” will probably be tainted by lies of omission; the messy contradictions are likely to be eminently trustworthy.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): KFC is test-marketing a flamboyant new menu item at selected restaurants in the U.S. This remarkable delicacy is an exotic sandwich that consists of bacon, two servings of cheese, and special sauce, all held together not by bread but by two slabs of fried chicken. I nominate this spectacular creation to be your earthy metaphor of the week. In accordance with the astrological omens, I hope it inspires you to head out to the frontiers of extravagance in both your spiritual affairs and your romantic life. The coming days will be an ideal time to pray to both Christ and the Goddess while making love, for example, or to get sandwiched between two delicious devotees while meditating naked, or to perform a boisterous ritual to invoke emotional riches with the help of a genius of love.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It’s Build Up Your Confidence by Any Means Possible Week— for Virgos only. During this holiday, you have an astrological mandate as well as a poetic license to pluck the easy victories. So go ahead and solve the kinds of riddles that are your specialty. Arrange to be in situations where your perspective is desperately needed. Put yourself in the presence of people who think you’re a gift to the human race, and subtly encourage your secret admirers to be less secretive. If you have any trophies or awards, make them more visible. There’s no shame in bragging this week, Virgo, but for best results do it with your best understated elegance.

EMPLOYMENT RANCH HAND, F/T, Msla. The Twin Peaks Guest Ranch in Salmon, Idaho is seeking a seasoned RANCH HAND. Duties include feeding and tending up to 72 horses. Must also be familiar with and know how to operate irrigation wheel lines. Duties also include providing security around guest ranch.

This permanent, year round position will feed hoses in the winter utilizing a vermeer chopper feeder. Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Salary is $1400.00/month plus room and board (furnished house). Employer is seeking a mature individual who can work well on their own and complete tasks. Twin Peaks is located 18 miles south of Salmon, ID on Highway 93. Looking to fill ASAP. #2976240 Missoula Workforce Center 728-7060 RECEPTIONIST, P/T, Msla.

Employer is seeking a part-time RECEPTIONIST. Prefer strong computer knowledge; Outlook, QuickBooks, QuickBooks POS & Excel. Looking for someone with excellent telephone and customer service skills. Duties include answering phones, cashiering, computer data entry and title work. Work days and hours will vary, Monday through Saturday. Saturday work is a MUST. Pay is $8.00 per hour. 90 day probationary period. #2976259 Missoula Workforce Center 728-7060 RV DELIVERY DRIVERS NEEDED. Deliver RVs, boats and trucks for PAY! Deliver to all 48 states and Canada. For details log onto www.RVdeliveryjobs.com SERVERS, P/T, Msla. A Missoula area Restaurant/Casino is seeking experienced, part time SERVERS. Must have excellent customer service skills and be able to operate a cash register. Will be taking food and beverage orders and serving customers meals and drinks.

Requires six months server experience. Should be groomed for public contact. Employer is interested in dependable/punctual persons.

Days and hours will vary including weekends. Wage is $7.25 per hour plus tips. #2976241 Missoula Workforce Center 728-7060

STATE OF MONTANA POSITIONS, FT & PT, Various locations throughout Montana: Want to serve Montana citizens? Positions are available for locations throughout the state. Access the state job listings at: http://mt.gov/statejobs/statejobs.asp

WIRE ROPE RIGGER, F/T, Msla.

Mechanically inclined person needed to fabricate wire rope slings from a raw cable into useable product.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): My first demand is that you weed out the wishy-washy wishes and lukewarm longings that keep you distracted from your burning desires. My second demand is that you refuse to think that anyone else knows better than you what dreams will keep your life energy humming with maximum efficiency and beauty. Now please repeat the following assertions about 20 times: “I know exactly what I want. I know exactly what I don’t want.

I know exactly what I kind of want but I won’t waste my time on it any more because it sidetracks me from working on what I really really want.”

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Ants may literally be crawling in your pants as you pull off a savvy coup or a brilliant stroke. An annoying pest may try to distract you at about the same time that movers and shakers are tuning in to your magnificence. But I don’t mean to imply that minor irritants will undermine your victories. I think you’re too unbeatable for that to happen. At worst, you’ll have a mild headache as you receive your reward or stumble slightly as you stride into the spotlight.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “That which can be destroyed by the truth should be,” wrote author P. C. Hodgell. I wish there were a gentler way to articulate that wisdom, but I can’t think of one. Instead I’ll suggest a way to apply it so as to make the end result more graceful than shocking: Don’t pour out the whole truth all at once in one big dramatic gesture. Do it gradually and tenderly. As you do, keep in mind that when the truth has finally dismantled the thing that could not endure the truth, you may be able to use the debris as raw material to build something new that the truth will feel right at home in.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): What if a billion Chinese people jumped up into the air at the same exact moment? Would they create, at the moment they landed, a shockwave that would cause an earthquake on the opposite side of the world, in Chile and Argentina?

No one knows. I’d like to propose a not unsimilar but more interesting experiment. What if every Capricorn who reads this horoscope reserves one minute at exactly 1 pm EDT on September 12, and during that time you all meditate intently on a single glowing thought, which is this: All of you Capricorns deserve an act of uncanny grace that will help free you from one of your most oppressive beliefs.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Some rare people, through heroic acts of will and the help of a really good imagination, manage to free themselves pretty thoroughly from the inertia of their past. This accomplishment is more possible for you right now than it has been in a long time. In fact, you could even overcome a negative legacy that made some of your ancestors crazy and sick. For maybe just the third time ever, you’re in a position to escape the sins of the fathers and the flaws of the mothers!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you build it, they will probably come. If you just pretend to build it, they may come anyway, and end up sticking around because of your charming attunement to life’s deeper rhythms. If, as you build it or pretend to build it, you act manic or send out mixed messages, they may be intrigued and attracted, but they definitely won’t come.

So my advice, Pisces, is to suppress your mood swings as you at least start pretending to build the thing in earnest.

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nent parts, dismantle and maintain rigging equipment. Must have current drivers license. Will work 32 to 40 hours per week. Forklift experience helpful. Requires familiarity with hand and air tools. Must be able to read and do math at a high school level. Full time, M-F, 8-5, Pay depends on experience. Willing to train dependable, self-motivated person. Insurance and retirement plans available. #2976253 Missoula Workforce Center 7287060

sional development. We’ll be visiting 6-8 sites this fall which span approximately 4-5 weeks, with potential for more opportunities in the future. This is a contracted position with spectrUM Discovery Area and the University of Montana and pays $600/week. Contact Holly Truitt for more details, (406) 243-4323, holly.truitt@mso.umt.edu

dents, colleagues, and supervisors in a collaborative and professional manner is required. Instructors are paid at the rate of $25.00 per instructional hour. Assignments are made based on the need of the program. Full job description is available at the Job Service Front Desk.

Position is open until filled. #2976239 Missoula Workforce Center 728-7060

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HEALTH CAREERS ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE, P/T, Msla. Child and Family Service Network is recruiting an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (ARPN) to provide psychiatric medication services to Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED) youth. The APRN functions as an active member of a comprehensive mental health services team. MA in nursing and state license required. Half-time position to increase to full-time.

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PUBLIC NOTICES MISSOULA COUNTY GOVERNMENT NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARINGS The Missoula Board of County Commissioners will hold the final budget hearing on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2010 on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at approximately 2:30 p.m., following the regularly scheduled Public Meeting, in Room 201 of the Missoula County Courthouse Annex.

The Commissioners will meet to Fix the Final Budget and make appropriations on Tuesday, September 22, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. Any taxpayer or resident may appear at the hearings and be heard for or against the proposed budget. The proposed budget is open for inspection in the Missoula County Commissioners’ Office. For further information, contact Andrew V. Czorny, Chief Financial Officer, at the Missoula County Courthouse, 258-4919, or by e-mail at Aczorny@co.missoula.mt.us BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: /s/ Bill Carey Chairman ATTEST: /s/ Vickie Zeier County Clerk and Recorder MISSOULA COUNTY GOVERNMENT The Missoula City-County Air Pollution Control Board will continue the public hearing on proposed changes to the Missoula City-County Air Pollution Control Program on Thursday, September 17, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. or soon thereafter in the second floor conference room at the Health Department at 301 West Alder in Missoula. The Air Board will take public comments at the hearing before deciding whether or how to amend the air regulations. Written comments may be submitted on or before September 9, 2009 by mailing them to Air Comments, MCCHD, 301 W Alder St., Missoula, MT 59802; faxing them to (406) 2584781 or emailing them to aircomments@ho.missoula.mt.us.

For more information, a copy of the proposed regulations, or to sign up for the Interested Parties mailing list, visit www.co.missoula.mt.us/airquality or call 258-4755.

MISSOULA COUNTY GOVERNMENT The Missoula City-County Health Board will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to the Missoula City-County Health Code on Thursday, September 17, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. or soon thereafter in the second floor conference room at the Health Department at 301 West Alder in Missoula. The Department has proposed changes to the administrative section of the Health Code, to Regulation 1 regarding Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems and is proposing a new regulation regarding well location permits. The Board will take public comments at the hearing. Written comments may be submitted on or before September 10, 2009 by mailing them to Health Code Comments, MCCHD, 301 W Alder St., Missoula, MT 59802; faxing them to (406) 258-4781 or emailing them to engleberte@ho. missoula.mt.us. For more informa-

tion, a copy of the proposed regulations or to sign up for the Interested Parties mailing list, visit www.co.missoula.mt.us/EnvHealth or call 2584755.

MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 2 Cause No. DP-09-118 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF FRANK C. WHITMOYER, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must either be mailed to LINDA J. ARMSTRONG, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, c/o Marsillo & Schuyler, 103 South 5th Street East, Missoula, MT 59801, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. DATED this 25th day of June, 2009. /s/ Linda J. Armstrong, Personal Representative MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 3 Cause No. DV-09-645 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION. KATHERINE GAYVERT, Plaintiff, v. LONDON SCOTT, Defendent. TO: London Scott, 26600 Ocean View Drive, Malibu, CA 90265-2828.

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YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to appear and answer the Complaint and Demand for Jury Trial in this action, which is filed in the office of the Clerk of this Court, a copy of herewith served upon you. You are directed to file your answer and serve a copy thereof upon Plaintiff’s attorneys within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the date of service. If you fail to appear and answer as above required, judgment will be taken against you by default according to the Complaint filed herein for the relief demanded in the Complaint. WITNESS my hand and seal of said Court this 21st day of August, 2009. /s/ Shirley E. Faust, Clerk of District Court By: Angela M. Phillips, Deputy Clerk MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 3 Probate No. DP-09-146 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CARL RALPH WIZEMANN, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must either be mailed to Linda Young, the Special Administrator, return receipt requested, in care of THIEL LAW OFFICE, PLLC, 315 West Pine, Missoula, Montana 59802, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 2nd day of September, 2009. /s/ Matthew Thiel, Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 3 Probate No. DP-09-150 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CHARLES ALAN WIEDERSPAN, Deceased.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate.

All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Holly Beaudry, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, in care of THIEL LAW OFFICE, PLLC, 315 West Pine, Missoula, Montana 59802, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 1st day of September,

2009. /s/ Matthew B. Thiel, Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 4 Cause No. DP-09-142 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN RE THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF TIMOTHY GERALD ELDRIDGE, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Gayle Morrison, the personal representative, return receipt requested, at O’Connell Law Office, PLLjC, Philip J. O’Connell, Attorney, PO Box 8515, Missoula, MT 59807, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court, DATED this 13th day of August, 2009. /s/ Gayle Morrison, Personal Representative MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 4 Probate No. DP-09-100 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GORDON M. JENSEN, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said estate are required to present their claim within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must either be mailed to Gordon S. Jensen, P.R., return receipt requested, c/o Worden Thane P.C., PO Box 4747, Missoula, Montana 59806, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 18th day of August, 2009. /s/ Gordon S. Jensen, Personal Representative MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Probate No. DP-09-126 Department No. 1 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN RE THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RALPH J. DIETRICH, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must either be mailed to Stephen J. Dietrich, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, c/o SOL & WOLFE Law Firm, PLLP at 101 East Broadway #300, Missoula, Montana 59802, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court at Missoula County Courthouse, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, Montana 59802. DATED this 9th day of August, 2009. /s/ Stephen J. Dietrich, c/o SOL & WOLFE Law Firm, PLLP, 101 East Broadway #300, Missoula, MT 59802 MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY, Dept. No. 3 John W. Larson Probate No. DP09-145 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN RE THE ESTATE OF LUVERNE HULDA JENSEN, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Nancy Jo Johnson, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at 1308-A Empire Road, Dickinson, ND 58601, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. Dated this 18th day of August, 2009. /s/ Nancy Jo Johnson, Personal Representative, 1308-A Empire Road, Dickinson, ND 58601 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Reference is hereby made to that certain trust indenture/deed of trust (“Deed of Trust”) dated 02/14/08, recorded as Instrument No. 200803342, Bk-813, Pg-437, mortgage records of Missoula County, Montana in which William C. McMahon and Kimberly

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D. McMahon, husband and wife was Grantor, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. was Beneficiary and Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. was Trustee. First American Title Insurance Company has succeeded Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. as Successor Trustee.

The Deed of Trust encumbers real property (“Property”) located in Missoula County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: Lot 426 of Pleasant View Homes No. 4, Phase 2, a platted subdivision in Missoula County, Montana, according to the official recorded plat thereof. Beneficiary has declared the Grantor in default of the terms of the Deed of Trust and the promissory note (“Note”) secured by the Deed of Trust because of Grantor’s failure timely to pay all monthly installments of principal, interest and, if applicable, escrow reserves for taxes and/or insurance as required by the Note and Deed of Trust. According to the Beneficiary, the obligation evidenced by the Note (“Loan”) is now due for the 03/01/09 installment payment and all monthly installment payments due thereafter. As of July 8, 2009, the amount necessary to fully satisfy the Loan was $227,858.69. This amount includes the outstanding principal balance of $219,459.78, plus accrued interest, accrued late charges, accrued escrow installments for insurance and/or taxes (if any) and advances for the protection of beneficiary’s security interest (if any). Because of the defaults stated above, Beneficiary has elected to sell the Property to satisfy the Loan and has instructed Successor Trustee to commence sale proceedings. Successor Trustee will sell the Property at public auction On the front steps of the Missoula County Courthouse, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802, City of Missoula on November 16, 2009 at 11:00 AM, Mountain Time. The sale is a public sale and any person, including Beneficiary and excepting only Successor Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding at the sale location in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by trustee’s deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis.

Grantor, successor in interest to Grantor or any other person having an interest in the Property may, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, pay to Beneficiary the entire amount then due on the Loan (including foreclosure costs and expenses actually incurred and trustee’s and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred. Tender of these sums shall effect a cure of the defaults stated above (if all non-monetary defaults are also cured) and shall result in Trustee’s termination of the foreclosure and cancellation of the foreclosure sale. The trustee’s rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by the reference. You may also access sale status at www.Northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. (TS# 7023.05287) 1002.128642-FEI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Reference is hereby made to that certain trust indenture/deed of trust (“Deed of Trust”) dated 08/19/03, recorded as Instrument No. 200331389, Bk 715, Pg 1138, mortgage records of Missoula County, Montana in which Mikeal Piediscalzzi and Kindra Piediscalzzi, as joint tenants with right of survivorship was Grantor, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Mann Financial Inc. d/b/a Mann Mortgage was Beneficiary and Insured Titles, LLC. was Trustee. First American Title Insurance Company has succeeded Insured Titles, LLC. as Successor Trustee.

The Deed of Trust encumbers real property (“Property”) located in Missoula County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: Lot 13 in Block 7 of Lakeview Addition, a platted subdivision in Missoula County, Montana, according to the official recorded plat thereof. By written instrument, beneficial interest in the Deed of Trust was assigned to Wells Fargo Bank, NA. Beneficiary has declared the Grantor in default of the terms of the Deed of Trust and the promissory note (“Note”) secured by the

Deed of Trust because of Grantor’s failure timely to pay all monthly installments of principal, interest and, if applicable, escrow reserves for taxes and/or insurance as required by the Note and Deed of Trust.

According to the Beneficiary, the obligation evidenced by the Note (“Loan”) is now due for the 04/01/09 installment payment and all monthly installment payments due thereafter.

As of July 10, 2009, the amount necessary to fully satisfy the Loan was $113,082.37. This amount includes the outstanding principal balance of $110,409.96, plus accrued interest, accrued late charges, accrued escrow installments for insurance and/or taxes (if any) and advances for the protection of beneficiary’s security interest (if any). Because of the defaults stated above, Beneficiary has elected to sell the Property to satisfy the Loan and has instructed Successor Trustee to commence sale proceedings. Successor Trustee will sell the Property at public auction On the front steps of the Missoula County Courthouse, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802, City of Missoula on November 19, 2009 at 11:00 AM, Mountain Time. The sale is a public sale and any person, including Beneficiary and excepting only Successor Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding at the sale location in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by trustee’s deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an asis, where-is basis. Grantor, successor in interest to Grantor or any other person having an interest in the Property may, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, pay to Beneficiary the entire amount then due on the Loan (including foreclosure costs and expenses actually incurred and trustee’s and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred. Tender of these sums shall effect a cure of the defaults stated above (if all nonmonetary defaults are also cured) and shall result in Trustee’s termination of the foreclosure and cancellation of the foreclosure sale.

The trustee’s rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by the reference. You may also access sale status at www.Northwesttrustee.com or USAForeclosure.com.

(TS# 7023.05635) 1002.129408-FEI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Reference is hereby made to that certain trust indenture/deed of trust (“Deed of Trust”) dated 06/10/05, recorded as Instrument No. 200514158, Book 754, Page 463, mortgage records of Missoula County, Montana in which Anirban Mitra, a married man was Grantor, JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. was Beneficiary and Insured Titles, LLC was Trustee. First American Title Insurance Company has succeeded Insured Titles, LLC as Successor Trustee. The Deed of Trust encumbers real property (“Property”) located in Missoula County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: Lot 10 of Canyon View Two, a platted subdivision in Missoula County, Montana, according to the official recorded plat thereof. By written instrument recorded as Instrument No. Book 817, Page 336, beneficial interest in the Deed of Trust was assigned to Chase Home Finance LLC. Beneficiary has declared the Grantor in default of the terms of the Deed of Trust and the promissory note (“Note”) secured by the Deed of Trust because of Grantor’s failure timely to pay all monthly installments of principal, interest and, if applicable, escrow reserves for taxes and/or insurance as required by the Note and Deed of Trust.

According to the Beneficiary, the obligation evidenced by the Note (“Loan”) is now due for the 10/01/07 installment payment and all monthly installment payments due thereafter.

As of July 15, 2009, the amount necessary to fully satisfy the Loan was $185,521.27. This amount includes the outstanding principal balance of $166,093.26, plus accrued interest, accrued late charges, accrued escrow installments for insurance and/or taxes (if any) and advances for the protection of beneficiary’s security interest (if any). Because of the defaults stated above, Beneficiary has

elected to sell the Property to satisfy the Loan and has instructed Successor Trustee to commence sale proceedings. Successor Trustee will sell the Property at public auction on the front steps of the Missoula County Courthouse, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802, City of Missoula on November 23, 2009 at 11:00 AM, Mountain Time. The sale is a public sale and any person, including Beneficiary and excepting only Successor Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding at the sale location in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by trustee’s deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an asis, where-is basis. Grantor, successor in interest to Grantor or any other person having an interest in the Property may, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, pay to Beneficiary the entire amount then due on the Loan (including foreclosure costs and expenses actually incurred and trustee’s and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred. Tender of these sums shall effect a cure of the defaults stated above (if all nonmonetary defaults are also cured) and shall result in Trustee’s termination of the foreclosure and cancellation of the foreclosure sale.

The trustee’s rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by the reference. You may also access sale status at www.Northwesttrustee.com or USAForeclosure.com.

(TS# 7037.15442) 1002.89743-FEI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Reference is hereby made to that certain trust indenture/deed of trust (“Deed of Trust”) dated 05/12/05, recorded as Instrument No. 200512053, Bk 752, Pg 1354, mortgage records of Missoula County, Montana in which Carolyn E. Honn, and spouse if any was Grantor, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. was Beneficiary and Alliance Title and Escrow Corp was Trustee. First American Title Insurance Company has succeeded Alliance Title and Escrow Corp as Successor Trustee.

The Deed of Trust encumbers real property (“Property”) located in Missoula County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: That portion of Lots 15 and 16 of Block 13, of Low’s Addition to Missoula, Montana, according to the official plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Clerk and Recorder of Missoula, Missoula County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a point on the South boundary line of Lot 16 which is 38 feet West from the Southeast corner of said Lot 16; continuing along the South boundary line of Lot 16 and Lot 15, a distance of 42 feet, more or less, to the Southwest corner of Lot 15; running thence North along the West boundary line of Lot 15, a distance of 130 feet, more or less, to the Northwest corner of said Lot; running thence Easterly along the North boundary line of Lot 15, a distance of 31 feet 6 inches to a point; thence South and parallel to the West boundary line of Lot 16, a distance of 25 feet; thence East at right angles a distance of 10 feet 6 inches; thence South and parallel to the West boundary line of Lot 16, a distance of 105 feet, more or less to the place of beginning. By written instrument, beneficial interest in the Deed of Trust was assigned to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Securities Corporation Trust 2005-WF3. Beneficiary has declared the Grantor in default of the terms of the Deed of Trust and the promissory note (“Note”) secured by the Deed of Trust because of Grantor’s failure timely to pay all monthly installments of principal, interest and, if applicable, escrow reserves for taxes and/or insurance as required by the Note and Deed of Trust. According to the Beneficiary, the obligation evidenced by the Note (“Loan”) is now due for the 03/01/09 installment payment and all monthly installment payments due thereafter. As of July 20, 2009, the amount necessary to fully satisfy the Loan was $145,459.39. This amount includes the outstanding principal balance of $138,668.91, plus accrued interest, accrued

late charges, accrued escrow installments for insurance and/or taxes (if any) and advances for the protection of beneficiary’s security interest (if any). Because of the defaults stated above, Beneficiary has elected to sell the Property to satisfy the Loan and has instructed Successor Trustee to commence sale proceedings. Successor Trustee will sell the Property at public auction on the front steps of the Missoula County Courthouse, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802, City of Missoula on November 30, 2009 at 11:00 AM, Mountain Time. The sale is a public sale and any person, including Beneficiary and excepting only Successor Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding at the sale location in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by trustee’s deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis.

Grantor, successor in interest to Grantor or any other person having an interest in the Property may, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, pay to Beneficiary the entire amount then due on the Loan (including foreclosure costs and expenses actually incurred and trustee’s and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred. Tender of these sums shall effect a cure of the defaults stated above (if all non-monetary defaults are also cured) and shall result in Trustee’s termination of the foreclosure and cancellation of the foreclosure sale. The trustee’s rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by the reference. You may also access sale status at www.Northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. (TS# 7023.05853) 1002.130232-FEI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Reference is hereby made to that certain trust indenture/deed of trust (“Deed of Trust”) dated 01/24/05, recorded as Instrument No. 200502325, Bk 747, Pg 373, mortgage records of Missoula County, Montana in which Geoffrey G. Harp and Patty Jo Duncan Harp, as joint tenants was Grantor, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Mann Financial Inc. d/b/a Mann Mortgage was Beneficiary and Title Services Inc. was Trustee. First American Title Insurance Company has succeeded Title Services Inc. as Successor Trustee. The Deed of Trust encumbers real property (“Property”) located in Missoula County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: Lot 3 in Block 3 of the amended plat of Hillview Heights No. 2, a platted subdivision in the City of Missoula, Missoula County, Montana according to the official recorded plat thereof. By written instrument, beneficial interest in the Deed of Trust was assigned to Midfirst Bank. Beneficiary has declared the Grantor in default of the terms of the Deed of Trust and the promissory note (“Note”) secured by the Deed of Trust because of Grantor’s failure timely to pay all monthly installments of principal, interest and, if applicable, escrow reserves for taxes and/or insurance as required by the Note and Deed of Trust. According to the Beneficiary, the obligation evidenced by the Note (“Loan”) is now due for the 01/01/09 installment payment and all monthly installment payments due thereafter. As of July 23, 2009, the amount necessary to fully satisfy the Loan was $169,210.12. This amount includes the outstanding principal balance of $160,575.69, plus accrued interest, accrued late charges, accrued escrow installments for insurance and/or taxes (if any) and advances for the protection of beneficiary’s security interest (if any). Because of the defaults stated above, Beneficiary has elected to sell the Property to satisfy the Loan and has instructed Successor Trustee to commence sale proceedings. Successor Trustee will sell the Property at public auction on the front steps of the Missoula County Courthouse, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802, City of Missoula on December 2, 2009 at 11:00 AM, Mountain Time. The sale is a public sale and any person, including Beneficiary and excepting only Successor Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immedi-

PUBLIC NOTICES ately upon the close of bidding at the sale location in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by trustee’s deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis.

Grantor, successor in interest to Grantor or any other person having an interest in the Property may, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, pay to Beneficiary the entire amount then due on the Loan (including foreclosure costs and expenses actually incurred and trustee’s and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred. Tender of these sums shall effect a cure of the defaults stated above (if all non-monetary defaults are also cured) and shall result in Trustee’s termination of the foreclosure and cancellation of the foreclosure sale. The trustee’s rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by the reference. You may also access sale status at www.Northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. (TS# 7023.05358) 1002.130248-FEI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Reference is hereby made to that certain trust indenture/deed of trust (“Deed of Trust”) dated 04/12/05, recorded as Instrument No. 200508822, Book 750, Page 1455, mortgage records of Missoula County, Montana in which J. Terry Amble and Diann R. Amble was Grantor, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. was Beneficiary and Alliance Title and Escrow Corp. was Trustee. First American Title Insurance Company has succeeded Alliance Title and Escrow Corp. as Successor Trustee.

The Deed of Trust encumbers real property (“Property”) located in Missoula County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: Lot 12 in Phase II of Crestview Heights Phase II, III and IV, a platted subdivision in the City of Missoula, Missoula County, Montana, according to the official recorded plat thereof. By written instrument recorded as Instrument No. 200827436, Bk 830, Pg 1024, beneficial interest in the Deed of Trust was assigned to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for the holders of Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust Inc., AssetBacked Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-WF2. Beneficiary has declared the Grantor in default of the terms of the Deed of Trust and the promissory note (“Note”) secured by the Deed of Trust because of Grantor’s failure timely to pay all monthly installments of principal, interest and, if applicable, escrow reserves for taxes and/or insurance as required by the Note and Deed of Trust. According to the Beneficiary, the obligation evidenced by the Note (“Loan”) is now due for the 11/01/08 installment payment and all monthly installment payments due thereafter. As of July 24, 2009, the amount necessary to fully satisfy the Loan was $275,051.01. This amount includes the outstanding principal balance of $257,588.68, plus accrued interest, accrued late charges, accrued escrow installments for insurance and/or taxes (if any) and advances for the protection of beneficiary’s security interest (if any). Because of the defaults stated above, Beneficiary has elected to sell the Property to satisfy the Loan and has instructed Successor Trustee to commence sale proceedings. Successor Trustee will sell the Property at public auction On the front steps of the Missoula County Courthouse, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802, City of Missoula on December 3, 2009 at 11:00 AM, Mountain Time. The sale is a public sale and any person, including Beneficiary and excepting only Successor Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding at the sale location in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by trustee’s deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis.

Grantor, successor in interest to Grantor or any other person having an interest in the Property may, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, pay to Beneficiary the entire amount then due on the Loan (including foreclosure costs and expenses actually incurred and trustee’s and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred. Tender of these sums shall effect a cure of the defaults stated above (if all non-monetary defaults are also cured) and shall result in Trustee’s termination of the foreclosure and cancellation of the foreclosure sale. The trustee’s rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by the reference. You may also access sale status at www.Northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. (TS# 7023.19163) 1002.105664-FEI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S SALE on November 2, 2009, at 11:00 o’clock A.M. at the Main Door of the Missoula County Courthouse located at 200 West Broadway in Missoula, MT 59802, the following described real property situated in Missoula County, Montana: Lot 62 of Grantland 10, a platted subdivision in Missoula County, Montana, according to the official recorded plat thereof. Less and excepting therefrom Certificate of Survey No. 1031. Joann Higginbotham, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to Fidelity Nation Title Insurance Co., as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated June 22, 2005 and Recorded on June 27, 2005 under Document #200515738 in Bk-754, Pg-2043. The beneficial interest is currently held by Waterfall Victoria Master Fund Limited (WVMFL)..

Charles J. Peterson, is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, Montana. The beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust by failing to make the monthly payments due in the amount of $1,810.95, beginning October 1, 2006, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. The total amount due on this obligation as of June 8, 2009 is $256,438.69 principal, interest at the rate of 8.625% now totaling $63,668.47, late charges in the amount of $1,020.52, escrow advances of $11,280.67, suspense balance of $ and other fees and expenses advanced of $170.46, plus accruing interest at the rate of $60.60 per diem, late charges, and other costs and fees that may be advanced. The

Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantors. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses of the sale and late charges, if any.

Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale.

The grantor, successor in interest to the grantor or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, may pay to the beneficiary or the successor in interest to the beneficiary the entire amount then due under the deed of trust and the obligation secured thereby {including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason, and in the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days.

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: June 24, 2009 Charles J. Peterson Successor Trustee MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM P.O. Box 1097 Dickinson, ND 58602-1097 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA County of Stark On June 24, 2009, before me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Charles J. Peterson, Successor Trustee, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same. Miranda Marx Notary Public Stark County, North Dakota Commission expires: 05/05/2015 ASAP# 3246337 09/10/2009, 09/17/2009, 09/24/2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S SALE on November 4, 2009, at 11:00 o’clock A.M. at the Main Door of the Missoula County Courthouse located at 200 West Broadway in Missoula, MT 59802, the following described real property situated in Missoula County, Montana: Lot 18 in Block 1 of Thibodeau and Poitras Tract, a platted subdivision in Missoula County, Montana, according to the official recorded plat thereof Rodney Roberts and Heather A Roberts, who acquired title as Heather A Swingley, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to Stewart Title of Missoula County, Inc, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Washington Mutual Bank, as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated October 19, 2006 and recorded on October 25, 2006 at 1:07 o’clock P.M., in Book 785, Page 1373, under Document No 200627759. The beneficial interest is currently held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company as trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-1. Charles J. Peterson is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, Montana. The beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust by failing to make the monthly payments due in the amount of $1098.45, beginning March 1, 2009, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. The total amount due on this obligation as of June 13, 2009 is $123,500.49 principal, interest at the rate of 10.00% now totaling $4522.71, late charges in the amount of $197.73, other fees and expenses advanced of $17.85, plus accruing interest at the rate of $34.02 per diem, late charges, and other costs and fees that may be advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantors. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses of the sale and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The grantor, successor in interest to the grantor or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, may pay to the beneficiary or the successor in interest to the beneficiary the entire amount then due under the deed of trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason, and in the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days.

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: June 26, 2009 Charles J. Peterson Successor Trustee MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM P.O. Box 1097 Dickinson, ND 58602-1097 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA County of Stark On June 26, 2009, before

me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Charles J. Peterson, Successor Trustee, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same. Joan Meier Notary Public Stark County, North Dakota Commission expires: 02/23/2013 ASAP# 3245934 09/03/2009, 09/10/2009, 09/17/2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S SALE on November 6, 2009, at 11:00 o’clock A.M. at the Main Door of the Missoula County Courthouse located at 200 West Broadway in Missoula, MT 59802, the following described real property situated in Missoula County, Montana: Lot 8 of Hidden Hills, a platted subdivision in Missoula County, Montana, according to the official recorded plat thereof. Richard Sales and Rene Sales, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to Title Services of Missoula, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated March 24, 2004 and Recorded on March 29, 2004 under Document # 200408179 in Bk-728, Pg-1369. The beneficial interest is currently held by The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as successor to JPMorgan Chase Bank, as trustee for the benefit of the Certificate holders of Equity One ABS, Inc. Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2004-3. Charles J. Peterson, is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, Montana. The beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust by failing to make the monthly payments due in the amount of $1,347.78, beginning March 1, 2009, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. The total amount due on this obligation as of July 15, 2009 is $152,982.22 principal, interest at the rate of 9.625% now totaling $6,183.68, late charges in the amount of $735.95, escrow advances of $2,711.79, and other fees and expenses advanced of $401.00, plus accruing interest at the rate of $40.34 per diem, late charges, and other costs and fees that may be advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantors. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses of the sale and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The grantor, successor in interest to the grantor or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, may pay to the beneficiary or the successor in interest to the beneficiary the entire amount then due under the deed of trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason, and in the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days.

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: June 29, 2009 Charles J Peterson Successor Trustee MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM P.O. Box 1097 Dickinson, ND 58602-1097 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA County of Stark On June 29, 2009, before me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Charles J. Peterson, Successor Trustee, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same. Teri Lynn Steckler Notary Public Stark County, North Dakota Commission expires: 09/22/2012 ASAP# 3248869 09/10/2009, 09/17/2009, 09/24/2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S SALE on November 9, 2009, at 11:00 o’clock A.M. at the Main Door of the Missoula County Courthouse located at 200 West Broadway in Missoula, MT 59802, the following described real property situated in Missoula County, Montana: A TRACT OF LAND LOCATED IN THE SE1/4 OF SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 15 NORTH, RANGE 22 WEST, P.M.M., MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS TRACT 43B OF CERTIFICATE OF SURVEY NO. 4784.

TOGETHER WITH ROAD EASEMENT ACROSS TRACT 43A OF CERTIFICATE OF SURVEY NO. 4784. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 23560 WAPITI ROAD HUSON, MT 59846 Michael Cratty married to Monique Cratty, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to First American Title Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated September 23, 2005 and recorded October 4, 2005 as document number 200526197 in book 761, page 967. The beneficial interest is currently held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Trust 2005R10, Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-R10. Charles J. Peterson, is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, Montana. The beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust by failing to make the monthly pay-

ments due in the amount of $3,032.07, beginning November 1, 2008, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. The total amount due on this obligation as of is $384,978.39 principal, interest at the rate of 6.25000% now totaling $19,034.72, late charges in the amount of $1,182.16, escrow advances of $2,544.17, suspense balance of $69,967.85 and other fees and expenses advanced of $356.20, plus accruing interest at the rate of $65.92 per diem, late charges, and other costs and fees that may be advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantors, if such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses of the sale and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The grantor, successor in interest to the grantor or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, may pay to the beneficiary or the successor in interest to the beneficiary the entire amount then due under the deed of trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason, and in the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days.

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: June 30, 2009 Charles J. Peterson Successor Trustee MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM P.O. Box 1097 Dickinson, ND 58602-1097 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA County of Stark On June 30, 2009, before me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Charles J. Peterson, Successor Trustee, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same. Teri Lynn Steel Notary Public Stark County, North Dakota Commission expires: 02/23/2013 ASAP# 3249180 09/10/2009, 09/17/2009, 09/24/2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S SALE on November 9, 2009, at 11:00 o’clock A.M. at the Main Door of the Missoula County Courthouse located at 200 West Broadway in Missoula, MT 59802, the following described real property situated in Missoula County, Montana: TRACT 3 OF CERTIFICATE OF SURVEY NO. 2719, A TRACT OF LAND LOCATED IN THE NORTHWEST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 12 AND THE SOUTHWEST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 14 NORTH, RANGE 23 WEST, PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, MONTANA, MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA. 1994 CHAMPTION HOME BUILDERS HUD SERIAL #IDA 135337 AND #IDA 135338 CERTIFICATION LABEL #16-94-894-1885 Cynthia A. Korpi and Ernest L Maner, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to Insured Titles, LLC, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated July 27, 2005 and Recorded August 01, 2005 at 11:49 o’clock a.m. in Book 757, Page 447, under Document Number 200519567. The beneficial interest is currently held by JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association. Charles J. Peterson, is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, Montana. The beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust by failing to make the monthly payments due in the amount of $831.36, beginning November 1, 2008, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. The total amount due on this obligation as of June 24, 2009 is $73,055.77 principal, interest at the rate of 5.375% now totaling $2,865.28, late charges in the amount of $385.32, escrow advances of $909.53, suspense balance of $250.00 and other fees and expenses advanced of $94.90, plus accruing interest at the rate of $10.76 per diem, late charges, and other costs and fees that may be advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantors. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses of the sale and late charges, if any.

Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale.

The grantor, successor in interest to the grantor or any other person having an interest

in the property, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, may pay to the beneficiary or the successor in interest to the beneficiary the entire amount then due under the deed of trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason, and in the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days.

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: July 2, 2009 Charles J. Peterson Successor Trustee MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM P.O. Box 1097 Dickinson, ND 58602-1097 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA County of Stark On July 2, 2009, before me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Charles J. Peterson, Successor Trustee known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledge to me that he executed the same. Nicole Schafer Notary Public Stark County, North Dakota Commission expires: 03/28/2010 ASAP# 3252483 09/10/2009, 09/17/2009, 09/24/2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S SALE on October 30, 2009, at 11:00 o’clock A.M. at the Main Door of the Missoula County Courthouse located at 200 West Broadway in Missoula, MT 59802, the following described real property situated in Missoula County, Montana: LOTS 9 AND 10 IN BLOCK 8 OF COOK’S ADDITION, A PLATTED SUBDIVISION IN THE CITY OF MISSOULA, MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. George S. Garr, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to Title Services, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated May 15, 2007 and recorded May 21, 2007 as document number 200712521, in book 797, page 1117. The beneficial interest is currently held

by GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC. Charles J. Peterson, is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, Montana. The beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust by failing to make the monthly payments due in the amount of $593.19, beginning February 1, 2009, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. The total amount due on this obligation as of May 14, 2009 is $185,288.40 principal, interest at the rate of 3.87500% now totaling $2,431.27, late charges in the amount of $88.95, other fees and expenses advanced of $22.50, plus accruing interest at the rate of $19.67 per diem, late charges, and other costs and fees that may be advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantors. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses of the sale and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The grantor, successor in interest to the grantor or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, may pay to the beneficiary or the successor in interest to the beneficiary the entire amount then due under the deed of trust and the obligation secured thereby {including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason, and in the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days.

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: June 22, 2009 Charles J. Peterson Successor Trustee Mackoff Kellogg Law Firm P.O. Box 1097 Dickinson, ND 586021097 State of North Dakota County of Stark On 06/22/2009, before me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Charles J. Peterson, Successor Trustee, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same. Joan Meier Notary Public Stark County, North Dakota Commission expires: 02/23/2013 ASAP# 3240472 09/03/2009, 09/10/2009, 09/17/2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S SALE on October 30, 2009, at 11:00 o’clock A.M. at the Main Door of the Missoula County Courthouse located at 200 West Broadway in Missoula, MT 59802, the following described real property situated in Missoula County, Montana: Lot 5A of Crestview Heights Phase IIIA, an amended subdivision in Missoula County, Montana, according to the official recorded plat thereof. Charles Jennings, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to First American Title Insurance Co., as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated October 26, 2006 and Recorded October 31, 2006 in Book 766, page 467, as Document No. 200628274. The beneficial interest is currently held by OneWest Bank FSB f/k/a Indymac Federal Bank FSB.

Charles J. Peterson is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, Montana. The beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust by failing to make the monthly payments due in the amount of $1,337.65, beginning October 1, 2008, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. The total amount due on this obligation as of June 10, 2009 is $198,698.01 principal, interest at the rate of 7.125% now totaling $10,967.01, late charges in the amount of $471.92, escrow advances of $4,087.91, other fees and expenses advanced of $91.00, plus accruing interest at the rate of $38.79 per diem, late charges, and other costs and fees that may be advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantors. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust.

Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses of the sale and late charges, if any.

Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Deed without any representation or warranty, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale.

The grantor, successor in interest to the grantor or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the trustee’s sale, may pay to the beneficiary or the successor in interest to the beneficiary the entire amount then due under the deed of trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason, and in the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days.

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: June 22, 2009 Charles J. Peterson Successor Trustee MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM P.O. Box 1097 Dickinson, ND 58602-1097 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA County of Stark On June 22, 2009, before me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Charles J. Peterson, Successor Trustee, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same. Joan Meier Notary Public Stark County, North Dakota Commission expires: 02/23/2013 ASAP# 3240535 09/03/2009, 09/10/2009, 09/17/2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on Thursday, the 15th day of October, 2009, at the hour of 10:00 a.m., at the front door of the Missoula County Courthouse, located at 200 West Broadway, Missoula, Montana 59802, Martin S. King, Attorney at Law, Successor Trustee, in order to satisfy the obligations set out below, has been directed to sell and has elected to sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, payable at the time of sale, and without warranty or covenant, express or implied as to title, possession, encumbrances, condition, or otherwise, the interest of the Successor Trustee, Martin S. King, and of the Grantor COREY WILLIAMSON in and to the following described real property, situated in Missoula, Montana, to wit: Lot 44A of NORTH HALF OF SCHOOL ADDITION, TRACT15, LOTS 43A & 44a, a platted subdivision in the City of Missoula, Missoula County, Montana, according to the official recorded plat thereof. The Real Property or its address is commonly known as Lot 44A of North Half of School Addition, Missoula, MT. Said sale will be made in accordance with the statutes of the State of Montana, and the terms and provisions of: that certain Deed of Trust recorded May 12, 2008, in Book 818 at page 1123 as Document No. 200810747 in the records of the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, State of Montana, wherein COREY WILLIAMSON is Grantor, FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF MONTANA, INC. is the named Beneficiary, and INSURED TITLES, LLC is the named Trustee; that certain Modification of Deed Trust dated August 26, 2008, and recorded September 18, 2008, in Book 826 at page 832 in the records of the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, State of Montana; that certain Appointment of Successor Trustee dated March 24, 2009, and recorded June 1, 2009, in the records of the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, Montana, in Book 840 at page 826 as Document No. 200912987, wherein the Beneficiary substituted Trustee Insured Titles, LLC with Martin S. King, attorney at law, as Successor Trustee. The foreclosure is made because the Grantor, COREY WILLIAMSON, and his co-borrowers, have defaulted in the terms of said Deed of Trust and the corresponding Promissory Note in that they have failed to pay the payment due upon maturity of said Note and otherwise defaulted on said Deed of Trust, and pursuant to the terms of the Deed of Trust, the Beneficiary has exercised its option to declare the full amount secured by such Deed of Trust immediately due and payable. That the principal sum now owing on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is the sum of Four Hundred Sixty-five Thousand Fifteen and 74/100 Dollars ($465,015.74), together with interest at the default rate of 18.00% per annum, until the date of sale.

That on the date of sale, presuming no other payments are made and that the sale is not postponed, there will be due and owing the sum of Four Hundred Sixty-five Thousand Fifteen and 74/100 Dollars ($465,015.74) in principal; Sixty Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-four and 85/100 Dollars ($60,994.85)

in interest; and One Hundred and No/100 Dollars ($100.00) in late fees, totaling the sum of Five Hundred Twenty-six Thousand One Hundred Ten and 59/100 Dollars ($526,110.59), together with costs and expenses of foreclosure and related trustee fees, costs and attorney fees allowable by law. DATED this 3rd day of June, 2009. /s/ Martin S. King, Successor Trustee. STATE OF MONTANA) :ss. County of Missoula).

On the 3rd day of June, 2009, before me, the undersigned a Notary Public for the State of Montana, personally appeared Martin S. KIng, Attorney at Law, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within Notice of Trustee’s Sale as Successor Trustee, and acknowledged to me that he executed the same as such Successor Trustee.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my official seal the day and year in this certificate first above written. (SEAL) /s/ Mary Ellen O’Donnell, Notary Public for the State of Montana Residing at: Florence, MT. My commission expires: 1/15/2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on Tuesday, the 20th day of October, 2009, at the hour of 10:00 a.m., at the front door of the Missoula County Courthouse, located at 200 West Broadway, Missoula, Montana, Martin S. King, Attorney at Law, Successor Trustee, in order to satisfy the obligations set out below, has been directed to sell and has elected to sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, payable at the time of sale, and without warranty or covenant, express or implied as to title, possession, encumbrances, condition, or otherwise, the interest of the Successor Trustee, Martin S. King, and of the Grantors PRINGLE LANDHOLDING, LLC, in and to the following described real property, situated in Missoula County, Montana, to wit: A TRACT OF LAND LOCATED IN THE NW 1/4 OF SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 15 NORTH, RANGE 22 WEST, P.M.M., MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS CERTIFICATE OF SURVEY NO. 917. The Real Property or its address in commonly known as 28030 Highway 10 West, Huson, MT 59846. Said sale will be made in accordance with the statutes of the State of Montana, and the terms and provisions of: that certain Deed of Trust dated October 31, 2007, and recorded November 2, 2007, in the records of the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, State of Montana, in Book 808 at Page 517 as Document No. 200728880, wherein PRINGLE LANDHOLDING LLC is Grantor, FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF MONTANA, INC. is the named Beneficiary, and FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY is the named Trustee; that certain Appointment of Successor Trustee dated October 27, 2008, and recorded October 28, 2008, in the records of the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Missoula County, Montana in Book 828 at page 860 as Document No. 200824474, wherein the Beneficiary substituted Trustee First American Title Company with Martin S. King, attorney at law, as Successor Trustee; and that certain Loan Modification Agreement dated April 8, 2009. This foreclosure is made because the Grantor, PRINGLE LANDHOLDING, LLC, and its successors in interest, have defaulted in the terms of said Deed of Trust and the corresponding Promissory Note in that it has failed to pay the monthly payments and otherwise defaulted on said Deed of Trust and that certain Loan Modification Agreement dated April 8, 2009, and pursuant to the terms of the Deed of Trust, the Beneficiary has exercised its option to declare the full amount secured by such Deed of Trust immediately due and payable.

That the principal sum now owing on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is the sum of Four Hundred Sixty-four Thousand Six Hundred Nineteen and 04/100 Dollars ($464,619.04), together with interest at the default rate of 18% per annum, until the date of sale. That on the date of sale, presuming no other payments are made and that the sale is not postponed, there will be due and owing the sum of Four Hundred Sixtyfour Thousand Six Hundred Nineteen and 04/100 Dollars ($464,619.04) in principal; Eighty-two Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-six and 53/100 Dollars ($82,376.53) in interest; and Seven Hundred and No/100 Dollars ($700 00) in late fees, totaling the sum of Five Hundred Fortyseven Thousand Six Hundred Ninety-five and 57/100 Dollars ($547,695.57), together with costs and expenses of foreclosure and related trustee fees, cost and attorney fees allowable by law. DATED this 17th day of June, 2009. /s/ Martin S. King, Successor Trustee STATE OF MONTANA) : ss.

County of Missoula). On the 17th day of June, 2009, before me, the undersigned a Notary Public for the State of Montana, personally appeared Martin S. King, Attorney at Law, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within Notice of Trustee’s Sale as Successor Trustee, and acknowledged to me that he executed the same as such Successor Trustee. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my official seal the day and year in this certificate first above written.

(SEAL) /s/ Rhonda M. Kolar, Notary Public for the State of Montana Residing at: Missoula, MT My commission expires: January 24, 2012 VICKIE M. ZEIER, MISSOULA COUNTY TREASURER, HEREBY NOTIFIES MISSOULA COUNTY TAX PAYERS THAT THE FIRST HALF OF 2009 MOBILE HOME TAXES LEVIED AND ASSESSED WILL BE DUE AND PAYABLE BEFORE 5:00 P.M. ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. UNLESS 2009 TAXES ARE PAID PRIOR TO THAT TIME, THE AMOUNT THEN DUE WILL BE DELINQUENT, WILL ACCRUE INTEREST AT THE RATE OF 5/6 OF 1% PER MONTH AND WILL BE ASSESSED A 2% PENALTY FROM THE TIME OF DELINQUENCY UNTIL PAID. IF YOU INTEND TO PROTEST YOUR TAXES, YOU MUST MAKE PAYMENT BY THE DUE DATE AND MUST INCLUDE A LETTER OF PROTEST WITH YOUR PAYMENT. THE LETTER OF PROTEST MUST INCLUDE YOUR NAME, PROPERTY DESCRIPTION, GROUNDS FOR PROTEST AND THE AMOUNT YOU ARE PROTESTING PURSUANT TO MCA § 15-1-402. VICKIE M. ZEIER MISSOULA COUNTY TREASURER

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REAL ESTATE 2bd/1ba, 2car gar Immaculate 217 South Ave W. $232,000 Close to Univ. Anne Jablonski 546-5816 www.MoveMontana.com 3 Bed/2 Bath in Stevensville. Nice Bitterroot home with great views from back deck. Low maintenance vinyl siding, large double car garage.$259,000 MLS# 902482 Janet 532-7903 or Robin 240-6503 Windermere RE. Te x t : 4 4 1 3 3 M e s s a g e : 1 2 8 9 0 for pics 3BD/2BA Mechanic’s Dream Home, 3 car garage, mechanic’s pit, hardwood floors, large deck, privacy fenced yard Superior $158,900 Kevin & Monica Ray at Access Realty 406-207-1185 www.YourMT.com 3BD/2BA, DECK & SHED 4721 Sage St. in Westview Mobile Park.

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Past Bitterroot Parade of Homes winner NEW 4 BD/3BA with many upgrades Alder cabinets, Large Master Suite, Tile, & Views of the Bitterroots $344,000 Kevin & Monica Ray at Access Realty 406207-1185 www.YourMT.com PRICE REDUCTION! 2BD + Bonus, 1650 square feet, lots of light, single garage. $209,000, MLS#906431.

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OUT OF TOWN 800 square foot cabin near hunting, fishing, and skiing in beautiful Haugan, MT. $83,000. Kevin & Monica Ray at Access Realty 406207-1185. www.YourMT.com Turn key cabin in the Garnet Mountains, 24.49 acres, off the grid, gated access, spring water, new propane appliances, 9 miles south of Helmville. $140,000.

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MISSOULA REAL ESTATE AT A GLANCE

National Trends Don’t Always Translate to the Missoula Market

By Bryan Flaherty, President, MOR 3. Active listings: Buyers have a lot of inventory to choose from. Active listings were up about 25% at the end of August compared to the end of January. Foreclosures account for about 14% of that market (compared to 50% and higher in some of the most distressed markets across the United States).

4. Financing and credit: Consumers have been whipsawed with conflicting information about whether loans are or are not being made, and, if they are being made, the criteria for getting a loan and the amount of time it takes. Getting up-to-date relevant information is critical. And although December 1 seems like a long way away, the deadline for taking advantage of the $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit is close enough to be measured in weeks.

Consumers sometimes want to analyze the market with just a simple question: Is it a buyers’ or a sellers’ market? The answer helps determine how they anticipate engaging the market. It isn’t now and it never has been that simple. Do your market research based on the results and stay within your budget. It’s back to basic Real Estate 101. That’s what recovery is going to look like.

Based on national real estate sales numbers, it appears forecasters were correct: The housing market has begun to stabilize in the third quarter of this year.

As the national media picks up on these positive changes in the real estate market, buyers who have been hesitant to enter the market may begin to change their minds and take a closer look at real estate opportunities. Consumers in the Missoula area need to base their expectations on accurate data from local experts and not automatically apply the national story to Missoula.

Here are some things to consider if you’re in the market for a new house in Missoula: 1. Median price: In areas where half or more of the properties on the market are in foreclosure or are short sales, downward pressure has resulted in significant price declines. That is not the case in the Missoula market where the median price is down only about 1%.

2. Price points: The median price provides a consistent measure to show overall trends. It does not provide any information about what happens above or below that mid-line. Prices for properties in some price ranges may be decreasing more than the median price. Some prices may, in fact, be increasing.

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$299,999 MLS# 905807

Pat McCormick 406.240.7653

880.8679

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$209,000 MLS# 906431

Missoula

$1,399,000 MLS# 707401 Agent Owned

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8,000 sqft home, 5Bd/7Ba Home theatre, pool, tile, granite On 2+ acres with VIEWS 491 Arrow Hill Drive Hamilton

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6403 Marias St., Msla • $305,000 • MLS# 901329 Well maintained 4 bed / 3 bath home offers vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, central vacuum, central air conditioning, plus plenty of storage space throughout. The yard is fenced on three sides and includes underground sprinklers, landscaping and deck.

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Two 5 acre parcels 15 minutes from Missoula with nice building sites and access to the Blackfoot River. $149,000 for either 5 acre parcel or buy both for $285,000. mls# 902286

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One-level Ranch-style Home MLS# 904437 • $234,000 New 3 Bed, 2 bath with open floor plan and double garage located in RiverRidge which has a nature trail, trout ponds, & amazing views above the Clark Fork River for you to relax & unwind.

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Astrid Oliver 2 Bath home in the Canyon Creek Village.

Built in 2003 this home has a wonderful floor plan with Master Bedroom on the main floor and an additional 2 bedrooms on the upper level. Charming covered front porch for enjoying the summer evenings. Home has been very well maintained and is priced to sell quickly. Home qualifies for many programs - human resource silent 2nd,RD, FHA. For a private showing or more information please call Mary Marry 406-544-2125 mmarry@bigsky.net

In the Heart of Downtown Missoula • $675,000 322 N. Higgins • MLS# 906179

110 South Ave West, Msla • $320,000 • MLS# 905618

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445 W Alder - PORTICOREALESTATE.COM $99,500/up, MONEY TO HELP Upper Rattlesnake with VIEWS! N. Side Lot. Ready to build.

Nice 4 bd/2 bath Slant St home Updated Kitchen

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544-7507 MLS#803924 $769,000

MLS#903003 • $215,000

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MLS#906922 • $299,900

$229K SOLD

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1315 Harrison, Missoula Absolutely adorable 2 bed 1 bath home in Lower Rattlesnake. Newly remodeled.

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$1.99

24 oz.

Painted Hills All Natural Boneless Sirloin Tip Roast Or Steak

$2.89

Harvest Moon Beltian White

Tillamook Medium Cheddar Cheese

89¢

each

$13.99

32 oz.

12 pack

Assorted Davinci Italian Pastas

Flathead Tomatoes

$1.59

$4.99

lb.

$1.00

16 oz.

Redwood Creek California Wine

$5.99

.75 liter

lb.

Painted Hills All Natural T Bone Steak

$7.99

Organic Ruby Red Grapefruit

lb.

Earthtones Organic Coffee

Homegrown Chard

$1.99

bunch

$7.99

Rykrisp Crackers

2

For

$5

12 oz.

701 ORANGE STREET | OPEN 7 AM - 11 PM MONDAY - SATURDAY | 9 AM - 10 PM SUNDAY | 543-3188 Missoula Independent Page 51 September 10–September 17, 2009

The Historic Palace Hotelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 100th Birthday Party Street Dance Tonight! Thursday, September 10, 6-10pm On Ryman between Broadway and Main in downtown Missoula.

Live music, historical and contemporary art sale, food and beverages available.

More info: 207-8024

Mountain Computer Music Festival Friday, September 11, 7:30pm Washington Park Amphitheater (at the base of the "M" trail) Featuring pieces by UM students and guest composer and electric cellist Chris Chafe.

Bring lawn chairs, or a blanket, and a picnic. $5 students and $10 general at the event. Info: 243-5360

Poverello Center Presents The 4th Annual

Double Haul Fishing Competition & Fundraiser Saturday, September 12 Fish during the day; celebrate that night with a banquet, auction, music and trophy presentation.

Info: 218-9608

"Fish for a day, feed the hungry for a year."