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WHAT DOES DEMOLISHING THE MERC SAY ABOUT MISSOULA?

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News

cover photo by Cathrine L. Walters

Voices/Letters Bitterroot growth, college tuition and TPP.............................................4 The Week in Review Greg Gianforte, David Bowie and Mayor Engen..........................6 Briefs Jakers, hotels and the Riverfront Triangle ............................................................6 Etc. Nothing to see with UM’s latest enrollment stats—unless you look........................7 News Nonprofit goes to court to block South Hills development..................................8 News City outlines next steps for Missoula Merc demolition proposal..........................9 Opinion What does demolishing the Merc say about Missoula? ..................................10 Feature Mark Thane goes from local stalwart to the spotlight .....................................12

Arts & Entertainment

Arts Responding to the ghost of Federico Garcia Lorca................................................16 Music Edhochuli, Darlingside and Radiation City ........................................................17 Theater Playwright Daniel Rover Singer’s Shakespeare mashup .................................18 Books Bill Vaughn tackles crime fiction ........................................................................19 Film Maggie Smith’s van lacks serious substance .........................................................20 Movie Shorts Independent takes on current films.......................................................21 BrokeAss Gourmet Mushroom steaks .........................................................................22 Happiest Hour Drum Coffee........................................................................................24 8 Days a Week Momma always said, “Do your homework”.........................................25 Agenda Wade Davis at UM.............................................................................................30 Mountain High Telluride Mountainfilm .......................................................................31

Exclusives

Street Talk .......................................................................................................................4 News of the Weird ........................................................................................................11 Classifieds....................................................................................................................C-1 The Advice Goddess ...................................................................................................C-2 Free Will Astrolog y ....................................................................................................C-4 Crossword Puzzle .......................................................................................................C-8 This Modern World...................................................................................................C-12

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STREET TALK

by Derek Brouwer

Asked Tuesday afternoon at the downtown Liquid Planet A developer has proposed plans to demolish the historic Mercantile building and replace it with a Marriott hotel. Do you think this is a good idea for Missoula’s downtown?

Followup: If you could add any type of business to the downtown area, what would it be?

Amy Singer: I understand they haven’t been able to sell the Merc, but I think they’re being greedy and uncreative.

Tearing it down is not the right idea.

Lucky strike: Artists would love studio space downtown, and a bowling alley would be fun as well.

Megan Jones: I think it needs to become something. I didn’t picture it as a hotel, but I guess it’s better than nothing. Cheers: Do we have a brewery?

Larissa Kezar: There are certain things that are more important than capitalism, and preserving history is one of them.

It’s a part of Missoula’s history and I don’t think we should destroy it to put up another mediocre hotel. Pretty pleased: I’m pretty happy with all the things downtown. I can’t think of anything that downtown doesn’t have.

Abretia Crandell: Personally, I like the culture that Missoula downtown has currently, but I do know that Missoula’s growing and hotels are part of growth. I think it’s inevitable. Little village: There’s a ton of coffee shops already and there’s a ton of little restaurants, which are awesome. But bookstores, little shops, I want those. I think they’re great.

Sierra Crandell: If they were going to put a hotel in somewhere, I wish they’d keep some of the feel. At least try and have some sort of theme, where it would make it more Montana-ish and less corporate. Dance hall: I would love to have more of a social dance space.

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Growth policy needed Congratulations! We stopped Legacy Ranch—for now.

This proposed mega-development adjacent to the Eastside Highway between Florence and Stevensville would have established a new municipality in Ravalli County, one that would have dwarfed several of our existing communities. The housing that would have provided for hundreds of new residents (504 single lot family homes and 155 condominium units) would have come at a heavy cost. A partial list of the impacts includes: additional needs for infrastructure and services, loss of wildlife habitat, barriers to wildlife movement, significant demand on and threats to groundwater, potential increased pollution to the Bitterroot River and public safety issues resulting from significant increases in traffic. Local residents rose up in overwhelming opposition to the development, but their appeals were ignored. Unfortunately, it took a citizen-led lawsuit to stop the project.

It didn’t, and doesn’t, need to be that way. We have subdivision regulations in Montana that require the analysis, evaluation and adequate mitigation for any major development proposal. These requirements were established to ensure that economic and environmental impacts are adequately addressed, that the developer has some assurance that his project can safely move forward and that there is due consideration for the public good and that the public is fully informed and has ample opportunity to provide input. We have state agencies that can provide background information to county governments on issues such as water quantity, water quality, fish and wildlife habitat and traffic. We have a county planning department and planning board that is responsible for reviewing subdivision proposals, considering impacts, judging the adequacy of mitigation, determining the application’s sufficiency and making recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners. The BOCC is responsible for determining if a proposed subdivision should move forward.

With the existence of such a formal and complete evaluation process, it is troubling that Legacy Ranch was given the green light so easily. In my opinion, one critical reason is the lack of a comprehensive countywide growth policy.

At one time, Ravalli County had such a policy. It was developed by the county with significant public input and was approved by the BOCC. While in effect, it served the county well and, to my knowledge, was never contested or considered burdensome or overreaching. Sadly, the reason for revoking the growth policy was not based on its shortcomings, but because it was a convenient way

to defeat zoning within Ravalli County—a classic case of throwing the baby out with the bathwater.

Perhaps it’s time to consider again the value of a growth policy to Ravalli County. It would give potential developers an idea of public expectations, provide a context from which our planning department and planning board can evaluate potential impacts, determine adequacy of proposed mitigation, protect property values and, perhaps most importantly, diminish the need for unnecessary costly litigation.

Let’s give serious thought to the issues surrounding Legacy Ranch and consider reestablishing a growth policy for Ravalli County. It would help provide the needed rationale and guidance for development, document expectations of county residents and reduce the potential for surprises. Hopefully, it would encourage developers to submit subdivision requests that better satisfy public

“In other words, it is the Christmas list of Wall Street and major CEOs.” desires, help fulfill social, economic and environmental expectations and still achieve their bottom line. In the best case scenario, it would lead to subdivision and development proposals that fit within the character of the valley, help maintain the quality of life so important to county residents and keep Montana the last best place.

Skip Kowalski President Bitterrooters for Planning Stevensville

Paying for an education By attending college and aspiring to attend law school, I can assume that my life will be overrun with crippling debt. For the next 40 years my aspirations and paychecks will be dictated by student loans—because I chose college.

The youth that surround our community are struggling to pay for their schooling, which is tragic but, somehow, disconnected.

Your schooling was paid for long ago, or your payments were only a few hundred dollars a month. That reality no longer exists. Students around the nation are confronted with an astounding decision: Do you find your passion and attend a school that will change your life? Or sacrifice it all in the name of economic feasibility? We live

in a nation that predicates itself on free market capitalism and yet, in order to enter that very market, young people are required to pay $33,000 for undergraduate degrees.

How can we aspire to catalyze the social change our world demands when getting to a point where real change occurs requires you sell your soul to the institutions that promise to take you there?

For decades, Americans ages 18-29 years old have the lowest voter turnout. Without the support of my peers, sweeping student loan reform is unlikely. So please, for a fiscally concerned college freshman and for the young people you love, write to your congressmen and demand that young people be inspired by our education system, not condemned by debt.

Bailey Fillinger Missoula

Our worst nightmare The Trans Pacific Partnership trade deal is our worst nightmare that nobody is talking about.

The TPP is a deal with 40 percent of the global economy for the 1 percent to get richer and the rest of us to fall to the bottom of the barrel.

If you want proof that the TPP was written to benefit corporate interests, just look at the negotiation process. The trade agreement was deliberated for seven years behind closed doors between the U.S. and 11 other countries, with 600 corporations in on the talks too. If that doesn’t convince you, just read the deal.

The TPP would flood the U.S. with unsafe imported products, increase medicine prices, offshore tens of thousands of American jobs, throw us into competition with low-wage countries like Vietnam, ban “buy local” policies, free banks from strict oversight and empower corporations to attack American environmental and health safeguards. In other words, it is the Christmas list of Wall Street and major CEOs. This trade deal is less about trade and more about lining the pockets of corporations, banks and big-shot lawyers.

This deal is bad for 99 percent of Americans and bad for Montana. If you are in that 99 percent (if you make less than $350,000/year), please call Rep. Zinke and urge him to vote no on the TPP. Stuart Shay Billings Clarification: Last week’s cover story on methamphetamine use in Montana, “Not even close,” mentioned the work of the Missoula Forum for Children and Youth, which provides some financial support and coordination—but not direct service—to child-abuse prevention programs, including kindergarten readiness and respite care.

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WEEK IN REVIEW

VIEWFINDER

by Celia Talbot Tobin

Wednesday, March 2 Two snowshoers find human remains in Yellowstone National Park and alert Gallatin County authorities. The park doesn’t provide details on the location or possible identity of the remains.

Thursday, March 3 AMC Theaters announces plans to acquire Carmike Cinemas for $1.1 billion, which would make AMC the world’s biggest theater chain. The deal includes the Carmike locations in Montana, including Missoula’s Carmike 12.

Friday, March 4 The University of Montana releases details on this year’s commencement ceremony. Oscarwinning actor and UM alumnus J.K. Simmons will be receiving an honorary doctorate and giving the commencement address.

Saturday, March 5 More than 500 people boogie down at the Top Hat for the Glass Spiders tribute to David Bowie, featuring the late rock star’s classic hits performed by local musicians.

Proceeds from merchandise sales raise at least $1,200 toward Missoula Community Radio’s $10,000 goal to start a low-power station by 2017.

Sunday, March 6 Missoula firefighters take the first and second place spots in the 25th annual Scott Firefighter Stairclimb, which challenges participants to don their gear and hike up 69 floors of Seattle’s Columbia Center. Proceeds benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Monday, March 7 Republican gubernatorial candidate Greg Gianforte names Phillips County Commissioner Lesley Robinson as his running mate. Gianforte’s press release notes that Robinson is one of three women ever elected to the board of the Montana Stockgrowers Association.

Tuesday, March 8 UM celebrates a $1.1 million donation from the estate of Dorothy Powers, a journalist who became the first woman to win the Human Interest Storytelling Ernie Pyle Award in 1959.

The funds will go toward scholarships.

Members of the Montana Super Skippers, a competitive jump-roping team, perform during halftime of the March 3 men’s basketball game at the University of Montana. The Griz defeated North Dakota 71-46.

City law

Hotel registry violates privacy This month, Missoula City Council considers whether to repeal a hotel registry ordinance that ACLU Montana pointed out is unconstitutional. The ordinance requires hotels to make a register of room occupants “available for the public and officers of the law” upon request.

“If you go down to the DoubleTree at 3 in the morning and say, ‘I want to see your hotel registry, I want to see the names of everybody at your hotel,’ this ordinance says you can do that,” says Jim Taylor, legal director of ACLU Montana.

Taylor says the ACLU checked into Missoula’s ordinances after a debate in Billings, where hoteliers clashed with city police over a similar law. Last June, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a California case that hotel registry provisions violated the Fourth Amendment by allowing warrantless searches.

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“There was concern in Billings about their particular ordinance and somebody mentioned, ‘I wouldn’t be surprised if Missoula had one,’ and I took a look and it turned out they did,” Taylor says. “Billings allows police officers to have access to these hotel registries without a warrant. Missoula’s just says anybody can walk in and ask for them.”

At the YWCA Missoula, Director of Programs Patty Murphy was alarmed to learn the registry ordinance even existed. “It’s not uncommon for an abusive partner to go through the town and see someone’s car and go into the hotel to try to find them,” she says. “I always thought that information was private. We’ve not ran into that at all, but it’s very concerning to me.”

Missoula city staff didn’t even realize the registry ordinance was on the books until the ACLU brought it up in November, according to City Attorney Jim Nugent. He thinks the ordinance probably pre-dates the 1972 Montana Constitution, which has a stringent privacy clause. Police Chief Mike Brady has al-

ready testified to council that police don’t use the ordinance when seeking suspects who might be staying at a hotel.

So far, no Missoula hoteliers have spoken out about the registry provision. Lisa Brimmer, general manager of the Super 8 Motel on Brooks Street, says she was unaware of the ordinance and doesn’t allow the public to view her list of occupants anyway. Brimmer adds that sometimes guests will specifically ask for anonymity, though she doesn’t think it’s necessary.

“We get people that call and say when they check in, ‘We don’t want anyone to know we’re here,’” she says.

“And we’re like—okay.”

Ward 6 Councilwoman Marilyn Marler put forward the measure to repeal the registry rule. “So we just don’t need it,” Marler says. “I just sponsored it because people pointed out there’s this obtrusive thing.”

Council hosts a public hearing on the hotel registry ordinance March 21.

Kate Whittle

[news] Riverfront Triangle

Weighing public investment Mayor John Engen sounded upbeat March 2 regarding the status of the expansive $150 million development project proposed for the Riverfront Triangle. He declared the Hotel Fox Partners are closer than ever to settling on a deal that “makes sense� for the community and the site before turning his comments to the topic of public investment.

The conversation is ongoing, he said, to ensure any financial commitment by the city toward establishing a conference center and hotel on the corner of Front Street and Orange is “appropriate,� “rewarded� and “gets return in both tangible ... and less tangible ways.�

Beyond the mayor’s general assurances, last week’s Committee of the Whole meeting offered no new insight into what that financial commitment might look like. Bill Krueger of Conventions Sports and Leisure International did review a costbenefit table examining three different public investment scenarios, including one where the city would cover up to 75 percent of the construction and subsequently shoulder an annual cost of $418,919. However, Krueger’s figures came from a feasibility study he released to the project partners more than a year ago, and Chris Behan with the Missoula Redevelopment Agency says they were merely examples based on similar projects in other cities. Missoula’s investment in the Riverfront Triangle is still “a work in progress.� “We’ve looked at a lot of different scenarios,�

Behan continues. “Each time we meet we seem to get a little further. There’s a lot of creative minds trying to work here to see if we can figure out how to minimize the impact to the city.�

According to Behan, determining the level of community buy-in and where that money might come from is one of the chief priorities right now, along with addressing the city council’s desire to be reimbursed for the 1.87 acres it owns at the site.

He expects the city investment question to be ironed out in “two to four weeks,� setting the stage for a development plan to be finalized and signed by early summer.

The city’s financial commitment isn’t the only question still up in the air. Members of the Missoula Community Benefits Coalition are pushing for a second meeting with the Hotel Fox Partners

to discuss a list of proposals submitted last November. Mark Anderlik with the Missoula Area Central Labor Council says the proposals are actually split into three separate community benefits agreements covering everything from riverbank revegetation stipulations to community workforce issues. A lot of those community benefits “can’t be reduced to dollars and cents,� he adds. But with the city seriously considering subsidizing the project, Anderlik feels the MCBC’s proposals carry significantly more weight. “If the developers will sign with us—all three agreements—then we will go to bat for the project,� he says.

Alex Sakariassen

Jakers

Everybody must get paid Shortly after 7 a.m. on Feb. 24, a leak in the gas line attached to the char-broiler at Jakers Bar and Grill ignited, starting a fire that damaged several pieces of kitchen equipment and generated quite a bit of smoke. Two employees attempted to beat back the flames with fire extinguishers until the Missoula Fire Department arrived, but the blaze only subsided when the main gas line to the restaurant was shut down. Jakers announced via Facebook that afternoon it would be closed until further notice.

Co-owner Justin Philbrick began getting messages about the fire minutes after it started. His first thought, he says, was for the handful of staff still in the building at the time. No one was injured, but the situation raised another question: What would happen to the restaurant’s roughly 60 employees during the unforeseen closure? Philbrick says he and partner Jake Jones didn’t have to think too hard about an answer. “One way or another,� he says, “we were going to keep our team intact.�

Within a week, Philbrick was negotiating with the restaurant’s insurance company to pay each

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employee’s average wage until Jakers could reopen. Those negotiations also resulted in tipped staff being assured additional compensation based on their average tip count. “We actually went back and calculated an average income for each and every team member that receives tips,� Philbrick says. “And we had checks to them within a couple of days even for the lost tips that they would have had over that weekend.�

Assistant Manager Tavi McGregor likens it to “paid vacation.� How long that vacation will last is a little harder to answer. McGregor says the bulk of the damage was due to smoke. But several pieces of kitchen line equipment—including custom items—have to be replaced. It will take at least three more weeks for those orders to come through, Philbrick says. In the meantime, the contractors have already been at work for more than a week and some of the restaurant employees have pitched in of their own accord.

If all goes well, Philbrick figures Jakers should be ready to reopen by mid-April. They’ll have to “come up with something really, really good� to mark the occasion, he says. In the meantime, the restaurant hasn’t lost any employees and Philbrick hopes to keep it that way. “We’ll probably get everybody together here in the next couple weeks and have a barbecue or get together and play some football or some softball,� he says, “just to keep everybody close while we’re closed.�

Alex Sakariassen

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ETC. The University of Montana recently logged its ninth consecutive semester of declining enrollment, putting the total number of students between its main campus and Missoula College under 12,000. Local media noted the information was posted online rather than announced via the usual press release, and UM Vice President for Integrated Communications Peggy Kuhr later explained why. “It’s right in line with what we expected,� she said, referring to the 8.3 percent decline from fall to spring. “In short, there were no surprises.�

Fair enough. Indeed, few could’ve been surprised by another drop and, yes, spring enrollment is generally lower than in the fall. But a closer look at the numbers—and Kuhr’s own words from 2014—perhaps puts the latest numbers in a different light “Under normal circumstances, you’re going to lose about 5 percent for spring semester, and we had a higher graduation number this past fall than in previous fall semesters,� Kuhr said two years ago.

The current 8.3 percent drop clearly beats the “normal� 5 percent threshold Kuhr once cited, and there was no big graduating class to help justify this semester’s low enrollment. Only 702 students completed their programs last fall, down 63 from the year before, according to Dawn Ressel, associate vice president for planning, budget and analysis.

It doesn’t get better the deeper one digs into the stats. Also down were new freshmen at both colleges (19 percent from last spring), and the proportion of the fall 2015 freshman class who stayed in school (89 percent, down from 91 percent).

As for the university’s bottom line, spring tuition revenue appears to be $3.4 million short of original budget projections, says Vice President for Administration and Finance Mike Reid. Last fall’s shortfall was $3.1 million, and Reid had estimated in December that the combined tuition shortfall would be around $6 million. “Although fall and spring tuition are down $6.5 million, total revenues are still projected to be down $6 million in total,� Reid says. “The university has a total revenue budget of roughly $155 million, and many different revenue streams are higher than estimated as well as others being lower.�

It wasn’t clear this week which other revenue streams are offsetting the latest enrollment drop.

But surely UM will let the public know if there are any surprises.

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Subverting subdivisions Nonprofit goes to court to block South Hills development

by Derek Brouwer

A Missoula nonprofit is asking a judge to exemption need only comply with local mulling steps to narrow the exemption’s use block construction of a 68-unit housing de- zoning rules, which are much less strin- in city limits. A proposal to add additional velopment in the South Hills, saying the de- gent than those for subdivisions. The zoning permits for any townhouse developveloper is using a controversial exemption in process also avoids public notice and ment with more than five stand-alone units state law to skirt subdivision rules that would hearings processes. is working its way through committee.

HRC says it relied on those public have given it a voice in the process.

HRC’s Morton and Rattlesnake resident The Human Resource Council says the processes during the earlier subdivision Lila Cleminshaw, who protested the Woodplanned Hillview Crossing development will review to ensure its 4-acre plot of land land Estates townhouse project in her neigheffectively landlock the nonprofit’s adjacent next to the development could still be ac- borhood, say the city’s proposed action plot and was approved without public notice cessible by road. But the Hillview Cross- could help rein in future proposals, but or input through use of the so-called town- ing drawings don’t extend the road to Cleminshaw still sees it as a Band-Aid over a HRC’s land. The nonprofit says this de- flawed state law. She and other neighborhouse exemption.

“We think that’s something that needs sign will lock out and significantly devalue hood advocates will likely lobby for change close scrutiny, when anyone claims they are its property. before the state legislature. not required to have any public body review their development,” says HRC Executive Director Jim Morton.

The lawsuit, filed this month in Missoula County District Court, is the latest skirmish in the increasingly tense battle between housing developers who use the 2011 state law as a shortcut for development and neighbors who see it as an “end run” around important planning requirements.

If it continues, Hillview Crossing would be the largest Missoula housing development to utilize the state’s townhouse exemption, with plans calling for 34 two-unit houses staggered along the steep hills off Hillview Way, city documents indicate. Dan Ermatinger, a local real estate agent and one of the development’s owners, declined to comment on pending litigation, citing A townhouse project planned along Hillview Way would be the largest housing advice from his attorney.

The HRC case also stands out in development to be constructed under the controversial “townhouse exemption” in state law. The Human Resource Council, which owns adjacent land, says it was that Hillview Crossing is to be located denied an opportunity to comment on the project and will suffer as a result. over an existing preliminary subdivision plat that was first created in 2006 and “We certainly have seen first-hand the The lawsuit also names the city as a called for 46 single-family homes. That proj- defendant for granting the new developers problems it creates,” she says. ect fell apart and the property was sold to a zoning permit before they filed appropriCleminshaw and her neighbors discovnew developers. The new developers pro- ate paperwork for the townhouse exemp- ered through Facebook a 12-unit project posed a denser arrangement under the town- tion. HRC is asking a judge for a restraining planned for a quiet dead-end street, then house exemption. order and a preliminary injunction to pre- quickly organized a campaign to block it that However, the previously approved vent construction at the site until a ruling included calls to city leaders, yard signs and preliminary subdivision plan remains ac- can be made on whether the use of the ex- a public event that drew 120 people last Notive. HRC’s lawyers say this illustrates that emption in this instance denies HRC’s con- vember. The pushback convinced the builder Hillview Crossing is using the exemption stitutional right to know and participate, to back out and others involved in the project to pare it down, Cleminshaw says. to evade subdivision regulations, which is attorney Mike O’Brien says. barred by law.

The legal challenge comes as members dbrouwer@missoulanews.com Developers who claim a townhouse of the Missoula City Council are already

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Merc madness City outlines next steps for downtown demolition proposal

by Kate Whittle

After the March 3 proposal to raze the historic Missoula Mercantile building, Missoula City Council is already gearing up in anticipation that the controversial request will land on its plate. Council members have been reminded by the city administration not to express any personal feelings or have any ex parte communication about the Merc, according to Communications Director Ginny Merriam.

“We’re getting a constant bombardment of email right now,” Merriam says.

At a packed Historic Preservation Com-

sioner Steven Adler says the developers could pursue legal action and sue for the right to develop the property.

“They could push this to the [Montana] Supreme Court, hypothetically, if everybody along the way says no,” Adler says. “Though at every step there’s a different criteria of review. I don’t know, based on those review criteria, how far it could really go.”

After Macy’s moved out of the Merc in 2010, it was purchased by Virginia-based Octagon Partners in 2011. Octagon did some remediation work to remove most of the

photo by Kate Whittle

A divisive proposal to demolish the 140-year-old Missoula Mercantile building in favor of a five-story Marriott hotel could be debated by city council in coming months.

mission meeting, Bozeman-based real estate group HomeBase presented a plan to demolish the historic Missoula Mercantile building in favor of a five-story Marriott hotel with 24,000 square feet of retail space. The next step for HomeBase is to submit a request for a demolition permit, since the Mercantile’s historic status gives the city legal oversight in how it’s redeveloped. The demolition permit will likely be considered at the April 7 commission meeting.

If the commission declines HomeBase’s request, the developer has the right to appeal the decision to Missoula City Council. If council also rejects HomeBase, Commis-

asbestos and then put the building up for sale in 2013 at $4.5 million. Mayor John Engen has endorsed HomeBase’s project, saying they’re the only group that is seriously interested in purchasing the nearly 140-year-old structure.

“As much as I would love to see this building reused, this project provides for reuse in a different way than we imagined,” Engen says. “And I’m not sure that we have another opportunity out there.”

When the developers submit their formal demolition application, they’ll also have a chance to better illustrate why it wouldn’t be efficient to simply renovate the building.

In their initial presentation, HomeBase argued that bringing the Merc up to code would cost at least $3 million, though they didn’t provide specific details as to why. A representative from Home ReSource also testified at the meeting that the building’s aging brick exterior wasn’t stable.

“The developer never gave names of the firm they used, and we never got any deeper into the issue than the ‘he said, she said’ kinda thing,” Adler says.

At the meeting, local structural engineer Tom Beaudette testified that he doesn’t buy the argument that the building is beyond rescue. His firm, Beaudette Consulting Engineers, specializes in historic renovation and provided expertise on recent projects including the Wilma and Missoula County Courthouse.

Beaudette says in 2014, Nevada-based developers sought to buy the Merc, and hired his firm to test the building and do some improvements. He says BCE received a permit for a $350,000 project to reinforce the structure and renovate the exterior. The Nevada developers later backed out, blaming concerns over asbestos in the roof—not over the structural integrity of the building.

“There’s all sorts of issues and constraints and logistics of renovating a building like that,” Beaudette tells the Indy. “But when I hear them use the structural deficiencies, or saying it can’t be structurally sound, that’s just not true.”

Adler says he personally looks forward to learning more about HomeBase’s proposal and finding a workable solution. He acknowledges the Merc needs some serious remodeling to be brought into the 21st century, but would like to see more discussion about the best way to do it.

“This is a case where different parts of the city seem to be at odds with each other,” Adler says. “When economic development is a goal of the city, and at the same time it says historic preservation is an established goal of the city, sometimes those two come into disagreement. And the idea is to kind of negotiate a disagreement rather than duke it out.” kwhittle@missoulanews.com

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Imperfect choice What does demolishing the Merc say about Missoula?

by Dan Brooks

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Team captains who are looking for players will be on hand to recruit new players who come out. Bring your glove.

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Like many Missoula residents, I was disappointed to hear of plans to demolish the Missoula Mercantile building and replace it with a Residence Inn by Marriott.

Whatever is to be said for a hotel, it’s not very exciting to the people who live here.

There is already a large hotel downtown in the Holiday Inn, plus the smaller but still substantial Days Inn. The names of these franchises call attention to what we would like from the word “inn”— homey, local, particular—and what they actually are: sterile, international, uniform. If we’re trying to keep Missoula weird, bringing in a hotel chain with over 6,000 locations probably won’t do it.

But here the perfect may be the enemy of the good. We’re not talking about demolishing the art museum or, god forbid, a brewery. We’re talking about a building that has stood empty since 2010, attracting only pigeons and the vague sense that someone should do something about it. Before that it housed a Macy’s, which is a useful store when you’re shopping for a wedding present but could hardly be called a local business. The notion that a Marriott is unworthy of the Mercantile might come from not having to imagine anything specific there for the last six years.

As uninspiring as a giant hotel may be, it will at least increase the number of people living downtown by 500 or so.

Those people will be traveling and therefore likely to purchase supplies in the neighborhood, which might encourage the growth of useful businesses. Perhaps downtown would be able to support ventures outside the hospitality and boutique sectors if more people actually lived there.

But symbolically, this plan is awful.

The Mercantile was built in 1877. It was an early bastion of Missoula enterprise, and most of the downtown we now recognize grew around it. As a historic center of commerce, it symbolized Missoula’s role as a magnet drawing people and plans from the vast, empty spaces of western Montana. It showed that we were important. To knock it

down and build a Marriott would suggest that we have not joined the national economy so much as succumbed to it.

This sentiment was broadly expressed after a presentation by HomeBase Montana—the Bozeman-based real estate development group that wants to demolish the Merc and build the Marriott—before the Missoula Historic Preservation Commission last week.

Their deal is not yet finalized, and everyone who spoke during the public

“To knock it down and build a Marriott would suggest that we have not joined the national economy so much as succumbed to it.”

comment period opposed it. The commission, tasked with preserving historic buildings, was predictably nonplussed by the plan to knock one down.

“The Merc is a touchstone. It tells us the story of how Missoula came to be,” Commissioner Solomon Martin said. “We know that there are plenty of hotels in Missoula, but there is only one Mercantile.”

He’s absolutely right—there is only one Mercantile. But considering its condition, that’s probably good. HomeBase

claims that two different engineering firms have found it structurally unsound.

That conclusion seems questionable, given that it was purchased in 2011 by investors who presumably did not believe it was about to collapse. But those investors could not figure out anything profitable do with it. Since Macy’s left, no one has.

In this sense, the Merc symbolizes not only Missoula’s past but our present.

We would like to have a vibrant economy driven by local business. We would like downtown to be the cultural and historical center of our community, not just a place where football fans get drunk. We just can’t figure out how to do it.

As of press time, there are no plans to convert the Mercantile back into a market for livestock. Neither will it become a sawmill or a smelting plant anytime soon. Those industries made Missoula and, by extension, the Mercantile into the commercial hubs they once were, but they are gone. As a community, we need to figure out where to go from here. Wishing we could stay the same without the industries that made us what we are is about as useful as 80,000 square feet of locked and empty space.

I hope the answer isn’t a giant hotel.

I don’t particularly like the Marriott— much as I didn’t like Dickey’s Barbecue when it briefly held the center of the Badlander complex or the hideous Verizon store that metastasized on the corner of Broadway and Madison. Those chains are boring and gross. But they took hold because our local economy wasn’t strong enough to keep them out.

The choice is not between the Marriott and the most wonderful Mercantile you can imagine. The choice is between the Marriott and what someone is willing to spend millions of dollars to build instead. If we don’t want to be like everywhere else, we need to start being something ourselves.

Dan Brooks writes about politics, culture and problems other people should solve at combatblog.net.

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THE SQUARE WHEEL OF JUSTICE – In February, New York’s highest court finally said “enough” to the seemingly endless delays on a multimillion-dollar judgment for negligence that occurred 23 years ago. Linda Nash had sued, among others, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey for injuries she suffered when trapped in an underground parking garage during the World Trade Center terrorist act. (No, not the one in 2001, but the bombing eight years before that, which killed six and wounded more than 1,000). Nash was 49 that day and 72 now, and after winning a $5.4 million jury verdict in 2005, endured 10 more years of appeals. In its final, unsuccessful motion in the case, the Port Authority said it had spotted a technicality and that Nash should start over.

THE CONTINUING CRISIS – “Nostalgia,” Gone Too Far: Retired engineer Harry Littlewood, 68, watching workers tear down outdated public housing in Stockport, England, recently, rushed over to ask the local Stockport Council about recovering a “souvenir” since the teardowns included his residence growing up. The council agreed, and Littlewood was awarded the toilet he had used as a boy. “I never thought I’d see it again,” he mused. He said he would probably turn it into a planter.

LATEST RELIGIOUS MESSAGES – Evangelicals Applaud Sexual Predator: The Jacksonville (Florida) City Council was addressing a proposed amendment to its Human Rights Ordinance (one that would specifically protect gays, lesbians, bisexuals and transgenders) in January when Roy Bay, 56, stood during the comment period and insisted that those kinds of lifestyle protections are what led him on a 20-year history of molesting one little boy after another. Gasps in the audience turned into cheers, however, when he reported that he had abandoned his bad self after becoming a “born-again child of God,” and realizing that it was not “acceptable” to assault kids even though he was raised in such an environment himself. (Conveniently, the crimes are not prosecutable because of the statute of limitations. Fact-checkers, including FloridaPolitics.com, are still investigating Bay’s claims.)

UNCLEAR ON THE CONCEPT – Progressives’ Anxiety Disorder: Several students at the Ivy League’s Brown University complained (quoted in a February story in the student newspaper) that classroom work (ostensibly what Brown charges $50,000 a year in tuition for) was increasingly a burden, distracting them from their more important calling: organizing and protesting against various “injustices” on campus. Students were underperforming academically (and suffering health problems and anxiety issues) because, said the students, Brown still expects them to complete course requirements even though they are busy denouncing racist columns in the student newspaper and challenging the weakness of Brown’s “diversity” policies (among other targets).

BRIGHT IDEAS – According to a former spy for the Soviet Union, dictator Josef Stalin so distrusted his Communist China counterpart Mao Zedong during the 1940s that when Mao visited the USSR, Soviet engineers arranged to capture his bowel movements so that Stalin’s scientists could examine them chemically to form a psychological profile. Spy Igor Atamanenko found evidence that other world leaders received similar treatment. Among the indicators: High levels of the amino acid tryptophan signaled the person was calm and approachable, and lack of potassium portended nervousness and insomnia.

Williams Lake, British Columbia, has the most violent crime per capita for its size (pop. 10,800) of any town in Canada, and in February the city council unanimously passed a dramatic action plan: to inject “high risk” criminals with “GPS tracking” devices. The program was immediately denounced by privacy advocates, but that challenge is almost beside the point— since injectable GPS tracking does not even exist. (Councilors likely confused implantable microchips, which contain data but do not track, with GPS transponders, which track but only via sight-line contact with a satellite.)

WE TAKE BUILDINGS APART. Our deconstruction crew has been keeping materials out of the dump and in our local economy since 2007.

USELESSNESS OF THE MIRANDA WARNING – The three young men charged so far in the Feb. 17 murder in a South Carolina bowling alley made their first post-crime courtroom appearances memorable ones. According to a WYFF-TV (Greenville, South Carolina) report, Albert Taylor, 22 (and labeled as the shooter by police), seemed indifferent to the charges, but questioned the judge about courtroom cameras, appearing preoccupied. As he was being ushered out, he turned to address the camera and barked, “What’s up, y’all? You can follow me on Twitter, follow me on Instagram, Snapchat.”

Alex Smith, 38, asked a sheriff’s deputy in Limestone County, Alabama, at 3 a.m. on Feb. 19 for a “courtesy ride” to a nearby Wal-Mart, and the deputy agreed, but following procedure, said he’d have to search Smith before letting him into the patrol car, and according to the subsequent arrest report, Smith, needing the ride, consented. The deputy then turned up a veritable drug supply store in Smith’s pockets, his backpack and his duffel bags: drugs (meth, marijuana and black tar heroin), two syringes, a drug cooking spoon, two marijuana pipes, a meth smoking pipe, and a supply of baggies of the type frequently used for drugs. Smith was charged with drug possession and trafficking.

PERSPECTIVE – Microsoft cofounder Paul Allen (who left the company early, and like Bill Gates, became known for his philanthropy, which has been directed toward conservation projects including coral reef restorations) is the owner of the 300-foot yacht whose anchor in January accidentally crushed 14,000 square feet (about 80 percent) of the Cayman Islands’ precious West Bay coral reef. Harm to the islands’ ecosystem, world-famous for its diversity, will not quickly be repaired, said officials. The MV Tatoosh’s business in the area was not reported, but Allen was not aboard. Cayman Islands is a popular Caribbean vacation and diving spot (and, of course, tax haven).

Thanks this week to Kathryn Wood and to the News of the Weird Board Editorial Advisors.

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t took just a month for the mood in Mark Thane’s office to switch from celebration to contrition.

Last November, the new Missoula County Public Schools superintendent secured what would be a signature achievement for any school leader, the success of the largest package of K-12 construction bonds in Montana history.

Glamour is always short-lived in public schools, though, and suddenly Thane found himself confronting another kind of test: explaining to the community how intimate details about Hellgate High School students’ disciplinary history, medical notes and academic files were emailed to a group of parents.

The mistake made by an assistant principal was a big one, and at a Dec. 8 press conference Thane didn’t pretend the damage could be undone. The son of a dry cleaner wore a freshly pressed suit as he stood behind a classroom lectern to take questions.

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“We take full responsibility for the error,” Thane said. “My primary concern today is the students, family and staff whose data was released.”

Schools need a steady hand during moments like this, and many saw Thane as the perfect choice. He has always felt “comfortable” in Missoula, always found education leadership a “natural fit.” In an age when school administrators tend to bounce from district to district, state to state, Thane’s office is still just a half-mile from the house on Orange Street where he grew up. He’s spent 54 of his 56 years in Missoula.

But for all his connections in the community and the respect he’s earned over a lifetime working in the area, the moment still found Thane in an unfamiliar position: the spotlight. He may have looked the part standing in front of the media and taking responsibility for an administrator’s error, but behind the scenes was a different picture. Hidden from

the TV cameras’ view, Thane’s hands trembled like a student making his first big class presentation.

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hane is much more comfortable on a recent Tuesday morning, when he’s gathered around a table with his cabinet.

Top district officials meet here weekly to discuss district issues. During these meetings, which last up to two hours, Thane plays the role of a practiced moderator, only occasionally interjecting with a question or to move onto the next topic. By

the meeting’s end, a clementine he had taken from the coffee table still lay unpeeled in front of him.

Situations where Thane has a chance to listen and respond, not stand and deliver, are where he says he feels most confident, best able to solve problems. It’s central to how he sees his role as a superintendent. Thane talks about being a “servant leader.” It’s a term plucked from leadership philosophy literature but that seems to come naturally to Thane, as if those who coined it had someone like him in mind.

“It’s not about me or any of our administrative team going out and telling people, ‘Here’s what you need to do.’” he says. “It’s about being able to ask the right questions and come to an understanding of what they need or feel they need in order to be successful, and then providing those opportunities and that support so they can.”

Thane’s quiet, attentive approach over the years has earned the trust of colleagues

like Sheri Postma, president of the Merged Missoula Classified Employees Organization, who describes his style as a “breath of fresh air.”

Postma has worked with Thane for 13 years, first while the two were at Chief Charlo Elementary School and, later, for a year at the bargaining table.

“He makes everyone feel as though we are his equal,” Postma says. “We’ve always kind of been on an equal plane. I think that’s why he has just been a great boss to me. He treats everyone with fairness and is respectable. He will listen to all sides.”

When Thane applied to be interim superintendent last April, his diligent and mild-mannered personality, combined with his personal stake in Missoula, put many in his corner. Even online commenters—including one with the alias “middlefinger”—cheered Thane on.

Thane isn’t the first public official in Missoula with long ties to the community he serves. Sometimes, being Montana “born and raised” or third or fourth or fifth generation is used by public officials as an easy play for trust or, worse, a euphemistic guise for provincialism. Thane doesn’t try to sell himself.

“I tend to not want to be in the spotlight, but I really do enjoy the work,” he says. “I think we’re doing some pretty amazing things as far as a school system is concerned.”

Thane’s day begins by 6 a.m. each morning, when he stops at City Brew on the way to his office to read the newspaper over a mug of coffee (he says he’s still getting used to seeing his name in the media). He’s usually checking email from the standing desk in his office before the sun comes up.

On a recent Monday morning, there isn’t a piece of paper on Thane’s desk. By Friday afternoon, just a couple of tidy stacks.

Thane speaks as though his diction might be graded, using phrases like “with whom” and “incumbent upon.” His words generally come out in complete sentences, and he apologizes if he wanders off topic in conversation.

“He’s very squared away, as they would say in the military,” says Susan Hay Patrick, CEO of the United Way of Missoula County, who works closely with Thane and chaired the bond election booster group.

Hay Patrick says his ability to connect with the community paid off during last fall’s school bonds campaign.

“I saw initially hostile questioners become advocates,” she says. “I think his complete and total genuine interest in connecting with people and listening to their concerns and responding softly was absolutely critical to our efforts.”

But as other issues have arisen, Thane says he’s becoming more self-conscious

about how his personal ties to the district could affect his leadership. Knowing your neighbors might help sell a bond, but the spotlight can feel harsher when they’re looking on.

For instance, when the Hellgate student data was leaked, Thane says it was hard not to take the situation personally.

“Being in the community that I was raised in, when there are controversial things or difficult things, that’s a challenge because it’s all near and dear to my heart,” he says. “So I want to make sure I not only do what is right, but do it well, and I suspect I put some pressure on myself because of that, because it’s really important to me.”

It helps explain his trembling hands at the press conference. It also draws a stark contrast to the impressions left on the community by his predecessor.

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lex Apostle leveraged his outsider’s view to push for sweeping change across the district after arriving in Missoula County in 2008. He shuffled nearly every principal during his first few years while finding partners to embark on a series of new initiatives to improve student performance. Apostle’s aggressive action once earned him the name “superstar” from a school board trustee. The label was quickly turned against him by teachers after he secured a steep pay increase as they were being asked to pinch pennies.

Thane operates under different constraints. Each year, he recognizes a handful of new teachers in the district as his former students. He’s worked with many of his colleagues for longer than most superintendents remain in one district.

“I want to be thoughtful and I want to be fair and I want to make the decisions that are in the best interest of the students that we serve—that’s primary,” he says.

“But I also need to be considerate of those people ... I do have personal and professional relationships with, and make sure I act with integrity so I can continue to look them in the eye. Because those relationships, I hope, will exist long after I leave this position.”

Pauline Bourquin-Oldenburg speaks about exactly that type of long-lasting relationship, but her faint voice is hard to hear over the whirs and clangor coming through the door to the automotive shop. She sits behind a metal desk with a pad and calculator, the light through the old single pane windows catching her silver hair. The sign out front reads only “Paul Bourquin,” the name of her father, who opened the service station at the corner of Third and South Orange in 1946. He’s been dead for 15 years.

Bourquin-Oldenburg cracks a smile at the mention of Thane. “Yep, I watched him grow up,” she says.

Missoula County Public Schools Superintendent Mark Thane meets with architects to go over construction designs for one of the elementary schools slated to be overhauled as part of the bond proposal voters approved last November.

Before being named superintendent, Thane was a classroom teacher or principal at eight schools in the district.

He’s spent 33 of his 35 years in education as part of MCPS.

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Bourquin-Oldenburg heads to the sidewalk to explain how her and Thane’s families were neighbors in the 1950s and ’60s, living and working on the same block. Her dad owned the red brick service station, and she points to the vacant building tagged with graffiti where Thane’s father ran a dry cleaning business.

Bourquin-Oldenburg lived on the other side of the street, the Thanes in the big house next to the cleaners.

Thane’s house needed to be big; he was one of nine children. And even though the house was large, he grew up accustomed to sharing everything from bedrooms to bathtubs.

By then, Bourquin-Oldenburg was already a veteran teacher. Thane was no novice himself, having worked nearly 10 years in schools. He hadn’t ventured far afield, though. Thane was drawn to teaching after giving a sign language lesson to some students while studying at Montana State University, then transferred to the University of Montana on a promise he could student teach in his hometown. As he neared graduation, a recruiter from Las Vegas offered Thane a chance to move away from Montana, but a job opening with MCPS sealed his fate.

It didn’t take long for Thane to move up the ranks, getting his first administra-

Listening is the hallmark of Thane’s leadership style, his colleague say.

The superintendent says he see his role as a “servant leader,” understanding what his staff need and finding ways to support them.

Thane’s ties to Missoula have helped earn him trust in his new position, but they can also complicate the job.

Running is one way he says he manages his stress.

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Thane used to play with the presses inside his dad’s business and would badger him for pennies to use in the gumball machine in the lobby. Most of his brothers had their first job in the dry cleaners, often laying down on top of dirty ROTC uniforms in the back of the family van. Thane never worked there.

His father died when Thane was just 8 years old.

Bourquin-Oldenburg used to babysit for the Thane family when she was a teenager, but she says the boys wore her out quickly. Thane’s older brothers once convinced her to play a game of cops and robbers, then tied her to a chair and threw pepper in her face.

When Bourquin-Oldenburg speaks of watching Thane grow up, she’s also referring to a time later, when she was a teacher at C.S. Porter Middle School and her former neighbor arrived as the school’s new principal.

tive gig at Target Range at age 28. When Thane became Bourquin-Oldenburg’s boss, he was only 31.

“It seems strange, he was over me and yet he was much younger,” she says. “He was really, really young. I always just kind of smiled.”

Thane had no trouble earning her respect, she says, with professional skills beyond his years. “He didn’t mince words,” she says. “Very businesslike, very businesslike.”

Thane always looked for ways to support his staff, she says. A particular instance jumps out in Bourquin-Oldenburg’s mind, one she’s still thankful for a quarter-century later. She had been invited to sit on an international panel at an education conference, the biggest professional opportunity of her teaching career. But the conference happened to fall on the first day of classes, which the teachers’ contract didn’t allow them to

miss. The district unwilling to budge, Thane took charge.

“Mark said, ‘Go, and I’ll take your class,’” she recalls.

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rom Keaton Alexander’s perspective, Thane hasn’t resolved every problem quite so neatly. Alexander, who graduated from Willard Alternative High School Program this month, was one of the student journalists embroiled in controversy recently over photos of bare-breasted women and a sexually explicit passage published in the student newspaper. The material, part of a “Free the Nipple” edi-

disruptive under policy when the district hadn’t received any reader complaints about it. To him, Thane’s responses felt contrived as he seemed to fall back on the official district position, rather than share his own thoughts in response to the students’ specific questions. Thane’s expectations for appropriate high school discourse came across as out of touch, Alexander says, and the notion that freshmen might be too young to handle the content somewhat “patronizing.”

“He didn’t seem like he was actually talking to us as a person,” Alexander says.

“He kind of felt like a skipping record during the conversation.”

have any advance knowledge that this was going to press, or this was going to be distributed. Nobody had given me warning that, ‘Hey, there’s something controversial coming out,’” he says.

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hane’s first real test as interim superintendent didn’t catch him off-guard.

He spent months meeting with community members and local groups, patiently answering questions and attempting to address concerns about the district’s historic school bonds—$88 million to repair and construct elementary schools and another $70 million for high schools.

After securing a historic bond to address aging school facilities, Thane has been challenged in his first year as superintendent by a student data leak and a free speech controversy.

torial in the Willard Wire, was crafted to prompt discussion and challenge gender norms, but principals at two mainstream high schools where the paper is distributed quickly confiscated copies from newsstands. Thane followed suit, initiating a full recall and suspending Willard principal Jane Bennett without pay for three days.

A week or so after the papers were pulled, Alexander says Thane visited the Wire students to discuss the situation. Unlike one of the principals who scolded the students previously, Thane seemed open to an even-handed conversation, and Alexander says the class truly appreciated the opportunity.

However, Alexander had questions he wanted the superintendent to answer, such as why the newspaper was deemed

Thane says he’s “constantly” reflecting on how he handled the Wire situation, which caught fire online and eventually ended up on Fox News. Bennett, the Willard principal, has appealed Thane’s discipline to the Board of Trustees, arguing it wasn’t in line with past practice.

Wire students declined Thane’s offer to reprint the issue with the offending material removed, but UM’s college newspaper published the full issue on its own website.

Thane says he’s still confident he made the right decision, but he also concedes that he responded in a “reactive mode” and seems frustrated that he wasn’t able to work through the problem before the photos were published.

“I guess what I found personally challenging about all that was that I didn’t

Judging from reactions at those forums, Thane and the other bond supporters figured the vote would be close. But as last fall’s election night dragged on, the word no one at the Missoula County Fairgrounds wanted to read was running through the Missoulian’s printing press by the thousands: “failed.”

A split decision—a green light for the elementary schools, but nothing for the high schools—wasn’t going to feel like a victory for schools advocates who had planned the projects for years, nor for Thane.

But with a couple thousand votes still remaining to be counted, Thane wasn’t ready to concede. He literally rolled up his shirt cuffs, declared himself an optimist and staked out the elections center with a small group of supporters. When the final tally came in at 2 a.m., the room erupted

with shrieks and screams. Thane delivered three words: “Yep, it passed.”

The sprint to the election finished, Thane is now settling in for the marathon to come. In January, the Board of Trustees voted to lift his interim tag, offering Thane a three-year contract. He took it, at an annual compensation package worth $170,000— $30,000 below Apostle’s eventual salary.

At least for now, Thane isn’t on a mission to shake things up. Rather, he’s focused on keeping the district on its upward trajectory, particularly by shepherding its many initiatives—in high school completion, science and arts education, teacher training and more.

In January, Thane signed a three-year contract with the school district, and his interim tag was lifted. Thane, 56, expects to stay in Missoula long after he retires.

But most of his administration’s time is being spent preparing for the slew of construction projects that will begin this summer and promise to shape Missoula schools for decades to come. The first $80 million in bonds were sold in February, with design plans and contract agreements for some sites already being drafted. Thane says he’s beginning to feel the pressure.

“These are my friends and neighbors,” he says, “and I need to be able to look them in the eye and be confident that we have not only done what’s necessary, but done it well and done it with respect to the fact that it’s their dollars that are doing it for us.”

Some $158 million and the next generation of Missoula’s schools are now in Thane’s hands. Why wouldn’t they tremble? dbrouwer@missoulanews.com

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White petals flying A new Missoula collection responds to the ghost of Federico Garcia Lorca

by Erika Fredrickson

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atalie Peeterse was adrift in Washington, D.C., when she first developed an affinity for the poems of Federico Garcia Lorca. No matter that the book she identified with was Lorca’s Poet in New York. What he described of the Big Apple’s streets in the 1930s resonated with her as she walked through Capitol Hill in the early 2000s. She was teaching high school students by day and college composition at night. She had graduated from the University of Montana with an MFA in poetry, and the shift from Missoula’s comfortable valley to the city was a shock, especially on the Hill where neighborhoods were so starkly divided between rich and poor, black and white. She saw the gentrification, of which she was a part. In Lorca, she found a poet bearing witness to it all, writing about the reptilian nature of Wall Street and the haves and have nots in vulgar but always beautifully visceral detail.

“I was familiar with his work, but in that time and place, that book rocked me,” she says. “I thought, ‘Someone else has seen this before.’ And the surreal qualities he used to describe it—the spiders and the alligators, the absurdity of it all, I just loved it.”

That was just the beginning of Peeterse’s journey with Lorca. She was miserable in D.C. but she had her close friend, Nicole, living with her. That comfort collapsed when Nicole left to work for the International Rescue Committee in Afghanistan and was murdered

by Taliban two months later. Peeterse turned to Lorca’s words to pull her from the emotional wreckage. And a few years later, after she moved back to Montana, she also took fresh aim at some of her own poems with which she’d been struggling. The book that came out of that experience was Black Birds : Blue Horse, An Elegy, which is both a collection about loss and an exploration of her time in the nation’s capital.

“I had this manuscript of poems about D.C., but they kind of didn’t have a heart,” she says. “So my first book was really an elegy to Nicole, but it was also about me wandering D.C.—where I didn’t live anymore but where I had lived with her—just trying to figure out that place. And grief, it’s kind of like vertigo, you know? So Lorca helped me through that book.”

Two years ago, Peeterse and poet Henrietta Goodman started the Open Country Reading Series, a program showcasing regional writers (and musicians and artists) with curated events throughout the year. The name “Open Country” is a reference to a line in Lorca’s poem “Landscape of a Pissing Multitude,” from A Poet in New York, where he writes, “We will have to journey through the eyes of idiots, open country where the tame cobras hiss in a daze, landscapes full of graves that yield the freshest apples ...”

This week, Open Country is launching a collection of prose and poetry, Verde Que Te Quiero Verde:

Spanish poet Federico Garcia Lorca is at the center of a new book from Missoula’s Open Country Reading Series.

Poems After Federico Garcia Lorca. It includes original works by both Peeterse and Goodman, plus several other regional stalwarts—M.L. Smoker, Shann Ray, Sharma Shields, Amy Ratto Parks and Chris Dombrowski, to name a few. There is also an award-winning translation of Lorca’s “Deep Songs” included, from Los Angeles poet Ralph Angel. And there’s an incredibly jarring piece from Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Sharon Olds, written specifically for this collection, which includes toilet and penis imagery in the spirit of Lorca’s sometimes crude language.

Verde Que Te Quiero Verde didn’t rise from the ashes of Peeterse’s D.C. experience. It took yet another encounter with the poet for the book to materialize. Last June, when Peeterse was occupied with other things besides Lorca, including a pregnancy, she came across a Facebook post from Sharma Shields. It was a link to an article in the Guardian about the poet, in which recovered police documents finally proved that Lorca’s death in 1936 had been a police hit, a reaction to Lorca’s controversial political views and his homosexuality.

“It was something everyone already knew had happened, but it finally confirmed Lorca’s assassination,” Peeterse says. “I think because of my history with him I felt a bolt of lighting, like I was reading

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news of a friend. In my pregnant haze I was thinking, ‘What does this mean to other people?’”

For the book, Peeterse asked writers to address that question, and the answers—not surprisingly—are complicated and diverse. One piece, by Miles Waggener, demystifies Lorca by detailing how he often failed miserably (in poetry and human interactions).

He wasn’t a martyr to be romanticized, Waggener insists. He was like any one of us; he didn’t want to die.

Goodman’s poem, “After So Long,” is an intimate piece that reaches to Lorca across space and time, through his own metaphors: “Sometimes the wind sends white petals flying,” she writes, “and I am still the girl I was, though he is years gone.”

Other writers take political turns, like in Arlene Biala’s “Tell Me Again,” which quotes a line from Lorca about water and then veers head-on into the travesty of Flint, Michigan’s water crisis.

“For this book, I think some of the writers attached to the images they associate with Lorca and some people attached to the idea of his spirit and some people attached to what they thought his work stood for,” Peeterse says. “Some are really centered around the idea that the poet is an important observer of the times.”

It was only a few weeks after Peeterse started soliciting writers for the book that several African-Amer-

icans were massacred at a South Carolina church by a white kid with a gun.

Peeterse’s poem, “Guerras Civiles/Civil Wars,” is written for both Lorca and Rev. Clementa Pickney, who was killed during the prayer service.

“Let us each look up and find a sanctuary,” Peeterse writes, “unlock a cloud and open it: find in it an act of righteous indignation.”

Verde Que Te Quiero Verde is a collaboration with other writers but also a conversation with Lorca. It addresses what Lorca might write about if he were walking the streets today, whether it be New York, D.C. or Missoula.

“A lot has been happening,” Peeterse says. “Policy brutality. The Black Lives Matter movement. And I was thinking, ‘What do we have to say as poets?’ Because Lorca took a risk to be who he was, and it was dangerous, but he was his flawed self anyway. So what is it that poets are up to? Trying to win a book prize? Let’s redirect from the fly-fishing poems. Let’s engage with the world.”

Open Country presents writers reading from Verde Que Te Quiero Verde, plus Lorca poems, at the Crystal Sat., March 12, at 7 PM. Free. efredrickson@missoulanews.com

[music]

Winning team Edhochuli reign supreme on Dream Warriors Edhochuli has basically thrown all my favorite elements of rock into one album, so excuse me if I follow them back to Pittsburgh and never come home again. The hardcore prog band reminds me of Bellingham’s U.S.S. Horsewhip, who totally ruled at Total Fest several years ago.

(Their remains now comprise a YouTube video and a MySpace page.)

Edhochuli also remind me a little of Seattle’s Akimbo in their crashing melodrama. On the most superficial level, I believe any serious hardcore band that can also indulge in clever humor are automatically superior. I can’t help but think that with their name and song titles like “Hashishkabob” and “Four Nice Haircuts and then We End It,” Edhochuli occupy that realm.

A lot of bands fuse genres and styles—often to their detriment. What Edhochuli do is make it an

art without overdoing it and without seeming like they’re trying too hard. “Chillin’ Amongst the Party” might be the strongest example of this on the band’s most recent album, Dream Warriors. The song kicks off with whirling dirty rock riffs before busting into some strutting Judas Priest-esque chordage. A mathy transition follows, and then the foreboding gang vocals beat the hell out of what feels like a dreamy, hardcore lullaby. Even the brief melodic tangents never undercut the satisfying heaviness of Edhochuli’s sound. It’s a powerful record from a band that doesn’t mess around.

(Erika Fredrickson) Edhochuli play the VFW Tue., March 15, at 10 PM, along with Holy Lands and Eat Strike. $5.

Darlingside, Birds Say Last October the four geek-charming guys of Darlingside gathered on stage at the Wilma around a single birdcage mic. They were opening for Patty Griffin, and with the first notes of their song my all-consuming thoughts of hearing Griffin live vanished. Darlingside’s clever lyrics, captivating harmonies and stellar musicianship were matched by their collective charm, which made for one of the best shows I’ve ever seen.

The college buddies who make up Darlingside— Dave Senft, Don Mitchell, Auyon Mukharji and Harris Paseltiner—are some kind of delicious mixture of Elliot Smith, Mumford and Sons, and Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Add loop pedal.

Their new album, Birds Say, is chock-full of what makes Darlingside great. Fast-paced, whimsical songs like “Harrison Ford,” where “Harrison and I are on a bird he built/ Out of old sedans, balloons and duct tape” contrast with sweet love songs like “My Gal, My Guy,” where a lover “finds all of the brightest things he can/ Violet indigo, leaves them on my pillow/ Some call it a sham, but I just find it so.” But, like those artists they bring to mind, listening to an album pales in comparison to seeing them live.

(Gaaby Patterson) Darlingside play the Top Hat Tue., March 15, at 8 PM, along with King Cardinal. Doors at 7:30. $15/$12 advance.

Radiation City, Synesthetica As much as I enjoy dream pop, the genre has become shorthand for songs in which not much happens. If the best pop songs tell a story—moving from one mood to another with an irresistible forward momentum—too many dream pop songs are situations. On Synesthetica, Portland’s Radiation City solves this problem with alacrity, harnessing the genre’s ethereal sounds to driving bass lines and forward drums. You can even dance to it, as long as you keep your arms over your head.

The studio drummer on this album is Riley Geare of Unknown Mortal Orchestra. Fans of their weird, breakout 2011 single “Ffunny Ffrends” will recognize the same shuffling patterns, this time

holding together a brighter palette of treble sounds. It’s a pleasing marriage.

Synesthetica takes the best tonal elements of dream pop and gives them something to do. The intrusion of recognizable dance motifs, including but not limited to wordless women’s vocals, may taint the genre for some listeners. But I believe Radiation City has expanded it, revitalizing their own sound and the scope of dream pop when it was in danger of become stale. All it needed was a little rhythm, and everything old is new again. (Dan Brooks) Radiation City play Stage 112 Mon., March 14, at 10 PM, along with Deep Sea Diver, BOYS and Wrinkles. Doors at 9. $7/$10 for those 18-20.

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[theater]

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The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged) has been produced and performed thousands of times all around the world. The whirlwind comedy involves improvisation and audience participation as just three actors (or four, in some cases) cover all 37 of William Shakespeare’s works (plus the sonnets). Missoula Community Theatre opens its production this week, directed by Rosie Ayers. One of the play’s three writers and original performers, Daniel Rover Singer, will attend the premiere. (His mom lives in the Bitterroot.) In anticipation of the show, Singer talked with us about what it’s like to take on the Bard.

How did this play come about?

Daniel Rover Singer: The play originated in California in 1981. Jess Borgeson, Adam Long and I were all performing at Renaissance fairs. We put together a 30minute version of Hamlet. It was a huge hit, though we weren’t sure what the audience thought was so funny.

It was just something fun we did on the weekends—a theater troupe populated by Bugs Bunny characters and the Marx Brothers. After developing our style, a friend suggested that we take our act to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 1987. To our shock, it was a tremendous hit.

What do you love about the show?

DRS: We wanted to create a vaudeville show for everyone—people who were familiar with Shakespeare as well as people who knew nothing. We wanted to include a lot of actual Shakespeare and also inject commentary. We wanted to dissect Shakespeare to make it appreciable to those who know Shakespeare but accessible to everyone else.

How often do you see the show these days?

DRS: I try not to see it more than twice a year.

There are a lot of productions of it and I get invited

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to a lot of them. Meredith Wilson went to every production of The Music Man that he could. He could see it an infinite number of times. That’s not me. I don’t want to be so tired of my baby that I can’t enjoy it.

This play is known for varying greatly from production to production and from night to night. What is the most memorable production you’ve seen?

DRS: I went to see a production a good 15 years ago that was put on by three women. I’d never seen any women in the cast. Not only were they spectacularly good at making it their own, but during intermission, I heard some audience members say they were surprised that the women didn’t write this show. They gave such a personal interpretation that if you didn’t know, you’d just assume.

Immediately my ego wanted to step up to them and say, ‘Excuse me,’ but I resisted the urge. I didn’t want to break the spell and take away from the performers.

What do you think Shakespeare would think about your play?

DRS: When we were on tour in England for the first time, we went to Stratford-on-Avon to pay our respects to Shakespeare’s grave. I remember the three of us coming together at his tombstone and saying, “Please don’t be too mad at what we’ve done.�

But you have to imagine that he was working really hard to entertain his audience with his work. If he had survived into the 21st century, I think the show would have made him laugh, even if it might annoy him a little bit.

The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged) runs Thu., March 10–Sun., March 13, and Wed., March 16–Sun., March 20 at the MCT Center for Performing Arts. Visit mctinc.org for tickets and times. arts@missoulanews.com

[books]

Strong bones Missoula author Bill Vaughn tackles crime fiction

by Chris La Tray

I love a book where the environment becomes as the bureaucracy of overlapping law enforcement jukey to the story as any living character. I love the diffi- risdiction. They must question wealthy Hollywood culties it presents for furthering the plot, the way it forces types filming a reality television series in the area.

Meanwhile, a few more bodies pile up. There are the action to jump through certain hoops. Thunderstorms and slick roads. Vast, empty spaces where help is some gruesome deaths, but there is also more than hours away, even if one can get a cell signal. In his debut the usual amount of humor typically found in a crime novel, Bill Vaughn captures such Montana-specific chal- story. One clue even leads to a “Creation Museum” lenges in an exciting, fast-paced romp of a crime story. in Alberta, Canada, where people are depicted living The setting of Making Bones is the Missouri Breaks shoulder-to-shoulder with dinosaurs.

Vaughn writes fantastic characters, and the situaregion of central Montana. I grew up in Big Sky Countions in which they find themtry and have now spent most of selves make me wonder if they my adult life in the state as well, might be based on actual but the Breaks, as we refer to events, because they are althem, is an area I know little most too far-fetched to be about. Vaughn does, though, imagined. He also does a fine and he paints a rough, unforgivjob avoiding the tropes so ing image of the place, even as common in more typical books he reveals its otherworldly of the genre. beauty. Vaughn’s descriptions Making Bones marks the struck me similarly to how the second release from Vaughn inSouthwest informs Ed Abbey’s side of a year, but the two books storytelling in The Monkey couldn’t be more different. Yale Wrench Gang, with his cast of University Press released his supporting characters just work of natural history, barely less quirky.

Hawthorn: The Tree That Has Making Bones opens with Nourished, Healed, and Inthe murders (by arrow to the spired Through the Ages, in May forehead) of two men who are of last year, and it recently redigging up dinosaur bones to ceived honors as part of the 2015 cash in on the black market Montana Book Award. Making trade. The story then jumps Making Bones Bones, however, was released forward four years, where Izzy Bill Vaughn solely by Vaughn last November Sain is our focus. She is a catKindle, Arrow Graphics and is available only as an ebook tleman’s daughter who grew 246 pages, $3.99 via Amazon’s Kindle app. up to be a professional phoThat devilish detail shouldn’t sway interested tographer. As an adult she’d moved away to travel the world, but upon the death of her parents she returns readers from seeking this book out. Most people I to their Montana ranch. Rather than sell, she decides know, even the diehard hard-copy crowd (which I consider myself a member of ) still keep an ebook to try and make it her home again.

During a rafting trip with her friends and reader handy. I have three different reading apps on boyfriend on the Missouri (“The Misery,” as locals call my phone and usually a book going in each one of it), the group hikes into a remote side passage Izzy them. As an exercise in self-publishing, Making Bones calls “Maniac Coulee.” (As an explorer of the Breaks is among the best I’ve seen—as clean as anything resince a pre-teen, she’s labeled all the unnamed areas leased from one of the big publishing houses and a on the map after rock bands.) There, Izzy uncovers lean, tight read. The latter shouldn’t be a surprise, as the skull of one of the unfortunates from the book’s Vaughn has been storytelling a long time.

Making Bones deserves a wider readership than opening, forcing a renewed investigation into what I suspect it will find as a Kindle-only release. I’m hophad essentially been a missing persons case.

Because of her intimate knowledge of the area, ing Vaughn plans a series of Izzy Sain adventures, bethe Bureau of Land Management—her boyfriend is a cause she is a strong character operating in an ranger for the agency—hires Izzy as a special deputy interesting environment. Her literary presence brings to help in the investigation. Their work faces a num- much needed energy to a tiring genre, and Izzy’s first ber of conflicts, not the least of which is navigating adventure renewed my interest in crime fiction. the feuds and generations-old animosities of rural Montana life. Izzy and her boyfriend must overcome arts@missoulanews.com

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[film]

Breakdown Maggie Smith’s Van lacks horsepower

by Molly Laich

“Downton Abby”-gone-wild.

If you’re a serious fan of Maggie Smith or the English playwright Alan Bennett, you may enjoy The Lady in the Van. For the rest of us, though, director Nicholas Hytner’s “mostly true” biography is a thing to be endured.

The Lady in the Van began as a stage play by Bennett based on a time in 1970 when an old lady parked her van in his London driveway and didn’t leave until her death 15 years later. Bennett adapted the screenplay himself, and the Royal Shakespeare Company’s Alex Jennings plays not one but two younger versions of the author. There’s the Bennett who rides his bicycle to the theater, drinks tea and talks to his neighbors, and then there’s the writer version, who sits studiously at their work station and occasionally bickers with his other half. It’s a suspiciously similar structure to a better film called Adaptation (2002), in which the screenplay’s author, Charlie Kaufman, writes himself into the script and invents a twin brother as a shadow alter ego. The gimmick works in Adaptation because the invented twin has a personality distinct from the real author.

Donald is confident, goofy and marketable in all the ways Charlie isn’t, and that makes for revelatory moments between them.

Here, Bennett invents a writer persona as a thing distinct from his regular self, but it’s not, really. The two Bennetts dress the same, have the same temperament and disagree on only the most minute of details. For example, is Bennett’s decision to let the old woman park in his driveway a matter of British politeness or timidity, and, what’s the difference? Perhaps I’m just jealous of Bennett’s self-described talent for such compartmentalization. In my experience, the side of me who pumps gas and stands in line has no

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reprieve from the side of me writing this review; we are hopelessly, inextricably linked.

Now, about this lady in the van we’ve heard so much about. The film often treats her like a metaphorical extension of Bennett, but in fact, she’s based on a real person, named either Mary or Margaret, and of course she wasn’t always homeless. An accident at the beginning of the film has her on the lam, and she might have had a few screws loose before that. But she was an educated woman once with a rich history we learn about through the film’s series of plotless, ambling turns.

Overall, Mary’s a cantankerous, proud and plainly delusional person who I was never able to fully like, but on the strength of Smith’s performance I managed to eventually get used to her. Smith has been old my entire life and always excellent; her comedic turn in Sister Act as the nun who doesn’t like change is so good it belongs in a museum. It’s more of a stretch to buy the matriarch of “Downton Abbey” in such a lowly position, but mostly she gets away with it. And if you’ve forgotten that people who live in vans smell, don’t worry, this film will remind you of it in a joke that isn’t funny at least half a dozen times.

If I sound like I’m being hard on this film, well, somebody has to be. The Lady in the Van has gotten almost entirely positive reviews, but I get the feeling they’re the result of a whole lot of faint praise. The movie has a sweet message about how we should treat poor and elderly people, but that lesson comes with a predictable, cloying and self-congratulatory delivery I am unable to forgive.

The Lady in the Van opens Fri., March 11, at the Roxy. arts@missoulanews.com

[film]

OPENING THIS WEEK

One is supernatural, the other, not so much. Rated PG. Showing at the Carmike and Pharaohplex.

10 CLOVERFIELD LANE A woman discovers the horrifying truth about the outside world while living in an underground shelter with two men. Stars Mary Elizabeth Winstead and John Goodman. Rated PG-13. Showing at the Carmike 12 and Pharaohplex.

LONDON HAS FALLEN Gerard Butler discovers a plot to assassinate all the world’s leaders. Can Dr. Evil be behind it? Also starring Aaron Eckhart and Angela Bassett. Rated R. Showing at the Carmike and Pharaohplex.

THE REVENANT After being brutally mauled by a bear, a fur trader struggles to survive in the 1820s wilderness with only his wits and less than one bar of cell service.

Stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hardy. Rated R, showing at the Carmike and Pharaohplex.

8 1⁄2 (1963) UM’s Office of International Programs presents the 1963 Fellini classic 8 1⁄2. Guido is a young film director who can’t get a moment’s peace after his big hit, and reflects on his life. Showing at the Roxy Mon., March 14, 7 PM.

TRIPLE 9 A gang of criminals and corrupt cops plan the murder of a police officer in order to pull off their biggest heist yet across town. Stars Casey Affleck, Kate Winslet and Chiwetel Ejiofor. Rated R. Showing at the Carmike.

THE BROTHERS GRIMSBY Sacha Baren Cohen stars in this comedy about a top spy who teams up with his football hooligan brother. Also starring Rebel Wilson. Rated R. Showing at the Carmike 12.

WHERE TO INVADE NEXT The creator of Fahrenheit 9/11 and Bowling for Columbine is back. Michael Moore visits a host of nations to learn how the U.S. could improve its own prospects. Rated R. Showing at the Roxy.

BURDEN OF DREAMS This week’s Essential Cinema choice is Burden of Dreams, a documentary about the chaos and crises during the making of Werner Herzog’s epic Fitzcarraldo. Showing at the Roxy Sat., March 12. 7 PM. THE LADY IN THE VAN True story of the relationship between a London man and the lady who lives in a van not down by the river but in his driveway for 15 years. Stars Maggie Smith.

Rated PG-13. Showing at the Roxy. (See Film.)

MEKKO This week’s Indigenous Cinema offering features Mekko, about a Native American trying to get by after spending 19 years in prison. Showing at the Roxy Sun., March 13. 7 PM. MOVIE CULT: CLUELESS This week’s Movie Cult pick is Clueless, the classic ‘90s high school comedy about Cher, a spoiled Beverly Hills bubblehead. Or is there something more to her? Stars Alicia Silverstone, directed by Amy Heckerling. Rated PG-13. Showing at the Roxy Sat., March 12, 9 PM. NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: AS YOU LIKE IT Shakespeare’s celebrated comedy of love and change stars Rosalie Craig as Rosalind, who experiences the rush of transformation while banished to the Forest of Arden. Showing at the Roxy Tue., March 15, 6 PM.

WHISKEY TANGO FOXTROT Tina Fey plays Kim Barker, a journalist who recounts her wartime coverage in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Rated R. Showing at the Carmike.

“Man, I told you putting Bacardi 151 in the bong was a bad idea!” Brothers Grimsby opens Fri., March 11, at the Carmike.

TELLURIDE MOUNTAINFILM TOUR Old favorites and new shorts from the Telluride Film Festival are gathered for a jolt of outdoors-themed cinema. Proceeds benefit the Selway-Bitterroot Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness. Showing at the Roxy Fri., March 11, 6 PM and 8:30 PM.

NOW PLAYING

who competed in the 1988 Olympics. Stars Hugh Jackman. Rated PG-13. Showing at the Carmike.

GODS OF EGYPT Winged golden gods, Egyptian skyscrapers and firebreathing cobra worms feature heavily in this CGIintensive fantasy adventure. Stars Gerard Butler and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau. Rated PG-13. Showing at the Carmike and Pharaohplex.

DEADPOOL Ryan Reynolds stars as possibly the most smartassed superhero in the history of Marvel Comics.

Rated R. Showing at the Carmike.

HAIL, CAESAR! The Coen brothers are back with a sprawling farce set in the glory days of Hollywood. Stars Josh Brolin, Tilda Swinton, George Clooney, Scarlett Johannson and many more. Rated PG-13. Showing at the Roxy.

EDDIE THE EAGLE Based on the true story of Eddie Edwards, the improbable but tenacious ski jumping Englishman

KUNG FU PANDA 3 Po (voiced by Jack Black) continues his “legendary adventures of awesomeness” as he faces two foes.

THE WITCH A family in 1630s New England is torn apart by witchcraft, black magic and possession. Rated R. Showing at the Carmike.

ZOOTOPIA In a city of anthropomorphic animals, a fugitive con artist fox and a rookie bunny cop must work together to uncover a conspiracy in Disney’s new animated feature. Rated PG. Showing at the Carmike.

Capsule reviews by Ednor Therriault Planning your outing to the cinema? Visit the arts section of missoulanews.com to find up-to-date movie times for theaters in the area. You can also contact theaters to spare yourself any grief and/or parking lot profanities.

Theater phone numbers: Carmike 12 at 5417469; The Roxy at 728-9380; Wilma at 7282521; Pharaohplex in Hamilton at 961-FILM; Showboat in Polson and Entertainer in Ronan at 883-5603.

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[dish]

Mushroom steaks

by Gabi Moskowitz I spent last week in New York City. One evening after working all day, I met up with friends for dinner in Brooklyn at a great restaurant called Flatbush Farm.

As the name suggests, the menu was focused on farmto-table dining—seasonal, fresh and rustic.

We decided to share a few entrees, one of which was a “Carrot Steak.” When the dish arrived, it looked to be some thickly sliced carrots that had been roasted and topped with a hearty grain and kale salad. It was a delicious vegetable dish—and one I would probably order again—but it did not in any way resemble steak.

I don’t have a problem with calling foods something they are not—I often call cauliflower everything from tortillas to rice to pizza—but I do feel strongly that if you are going to do that, you should at least make an effort to serve the food in the same manner as the food you are referring to. Even though the carrot steak we ordered was quite tasty, the restaurant hadn’t come close to anything resembling a steak.

With this in mind, I was inspired to turn the enormous King Oyster mushrooms I bought recently into the steaks I knew they could be. I first discovered the meaty potential of King Oyster mushrooms when I turned them into mushroom bacon a few months ago (check BrokeAssGourmet.com for that recipe).

Because mushrooms are meaty but not naturally juicy enough to resemble steak, I knew I needed to add moisture and a bit of umami flavor. To accomplish this, I plunked them, halved, into a simple marinade of soy sauce, smashed garlic, brown sugar, black pepper, olive oil and water. After marinating for about 30 minutes (I could have left them in for longer but didn’t want them to start to break down), they went into a hot cast iron— my favorite way of cooking steaks of any kind.

These “steaks” make a great side dish, but I dare you to try them as an entree, maybe with some mashed potatoes and seared broccolini or creamed spinach. I think you’ll find that their meaty texture and juicy, umami flavor is more than enough to satisfy carnivorous cravings.

Ingredients 1 ⁄8 cup soy sauce or tamari 2 cloves garlic, smashed ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

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BROKEASS GOURMET 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey 1 ⁄3 cup water 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for cooking 2 very large or 4 medium King Oyster mushrooms (the ones pictured measure about 9 inches in length), halved lengthwise 1 small handful fresh parsley, chopped (about 1 tablespoon chopped) ¼ cup vegetable broth, vermouth or other wine (red or white), optional (Recipe serves 2) Directions Stir together the first 6 ingredients in a wide, shallow dish.

Place the mushrooms in the dish, flat-side down.

Cover the dish and let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Heat enough olive oil to thinly coat the bottom of a large frying pan (preferably non-stick) over medium-high heat.

Remove the mushrooms from the marinade and shake off excess. Reserve marinade.

Cook flat-side down in the pan for 8-10 minutes, until very brown (check periodically to avoid burning).

Flip and let cook for another 2-3 minutes to sear.

Add about ½ of the marinade to the pan and cook until it is almost completely absorbed.

Remove the mushrooms from the pan and top with the parsley.

If you want to make a pan sauce, add the broth, vermouth or wine, and stir, scraping the brown bits off the pan and into the liquid.

Once the sauce has thickened (about a minute), pour it over the mushrooms.

Serve warm.

BrokeAss Gourmet caters to folks who want to live the high life on the cheap, with delicious recipes that are always under $20. Gabi Moskowitz is the blog’s editor-in-chief and author of The BrokeAss Gourmet Cookbook and Pizza Dough:100 Delicious, Unexpected Recipes.

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Bridge Pizza 600 S Higgins Ave. 542-0002 bridgepizza.com A popular local eatery on Missoula’s Hip Strip. Featuring handcrafted artisan brick oven pizza, pasta, sandwiches, soups, & salads made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Missoula’s place for pizza by the slice. A unique selection of regional microbrews and gourmet sodas. Dine-in, drive-thru, & delivery. Open everyday 11am - 10:30pm. $-$$

Burns Street Bistro 1500 Burns St. 543-0719 burnsstbistro.com We cook the freshest local ingredients as a matter of pride. Our relationship with local farmers, ranchers and other businesses allows us to bring quality, scratch cooking and fresh-brewed Black Coffee Roasting Co. coffee and espresso to Missoula’s Historic Westside neighborhood. Handmade breads & pastries, soups, salads & sandwiches change with the seasons, but our commit-

Good Food Store 1600 S. 3rd West 541-FOOD The GFS Deli features made-to-order sandwiches, Fire Deck pizza & calzones, rice & noodle wok bowls, an award-winning salad bar, an olive & antipasto bar and a self-serve hot bar offering a variety of housemade breakfast, lunch and dinner entrées. A seasonally-changing selection of deli salads and rotisserie-roasted chickens are also available. Locally-roasted coffee/espresso drinks and an extensive fresh juice and smoothie menu complement bakery goods from the GFS ovens and Missoula’s favorite bakeries. Indoor and patio seating. Open every day 7am10pm $-$$

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HAPPIEST HOUR What it is: Surely you’ve heard of Mis- describes it as “a classic Italian espresso” soula’s newest coffee shop, founded by Fitz and that’s “comforting and not so pungent.”

The Tantrums drummer John Wicks and his What you’re eating: Any number of globalwife, Jenna. Drum has dominated local news since its grand opening last Thursday—and right- inspired delectables, all made in an open kitchen fully so. It’s an immaculate yet cozy neighbor- situated right behind the register. On the day we hood coffee shop and bakery with a star-driven visited, the menu included cured olive cookies backstory. On the morning we visited, ABC Fox ($2), chocolate babkas ($3), honey saffron cake Montana was on-site to film a segment. The ($3) and chorizo empanadas ($5). The “Lil-Egg ies” breakfast sandwich daily newspaper splashed served on brioche with pesto Wicks and his staff across its ($4) looked especially good. front page. Even radio station “It’s such a competitive blogs are writing about the latmarket, I wanted to do someest addition to our competitive thing to set myself apart,” coffee scene.

Wicks says of the menu. He While Wicks is grateful for adds that the rotating food the attention, his fame shoulditems will be inspired by n’t overshadow Drum’s focus photo by Skylar Browning Mediterranean, Middle Easton what’s ultimately most important: its drinks, food, service and atmosphere. ern, North African and Spanish cuisine.

“It takes a little bit from all of the best cofWhere you’re sitting: On a barstool. fee shops I’ve visited or worked in and brings it all into one place,” says Wicks, who spent While the drink and menu options certainly years as a barista in Seattle before his music help Drum stand out, the feel of the place career took off. “This is the cafe I always makes an equally strong first impression.

Barstools overlook the espresso machine and wanted to hang out in.” kitchen for a diner feel, and also line the front What you’re drinking: A cortado, which wall, where garage-style windows can open to is 2 ounces espresso cut with 2 ounces a spacious patio. The vibe welcomes conversteamed milk, served in a Gibraltar glass. (In sation over doing work and would appear to fit the Bay Area, the drink is also known as a perfectly with Wicks’ vision of a local hangout.

“We specifically chose this spot because of Gibraltar.) Wicks proudly proclaims his the the neighborhood,” he says, noting the previbest in Montana.

“This is the drink I want us to be known ous lack of a central gathering spot. “We wanted to build a place where people would want to for,” he says. come and hang out and feel a part of things.”

Why you’re drinking the cortado (or Where to find it: Drum Coffee is located any other drink here): Wicks worked with Missoula’s Black Coffee Roasting Company to at 600 South Avenue. Open from 7 a.m. to create an exclusive blend for Drum. It’s based 3:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Closed on a blend from Abraço in New York City— Sunday.

—Skylar Browning one of Wicks’ favorite coffee shops—and he

Hob Nob on Higgins 531 S. Higgins 541-4622 hobnobonhiggins.com 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. MC/V $-$$

Iron Horse Brew Pub 501 N. Higgins 728-8866 ironhorsebrewpub.com We’re the perfect place for lunch, appetizers, or dinner. Enjoy nightly specials, our fantastic beverage selection and friendly, attentive service.

Stop by & stay awhile! No matter what you are looking for, we’ll give you something to smile about. $$-$$$

Iza 529 S. Higgins 830-3237 izarestaurant.com Local Asian cuisine feature SE Asian, Japanese, Korean and Indian dishes. Gluten Free and Vegetarian no problem. Full Beer, Wine, Sake and Tea menu. We have scratch made bubble teas. Come in for lunch, dinner, drinks or just a pot of awesome tea. Open Mon-Fri: Lunch 11:30-3pm, Happy Hour 3-6pm, Dinner M-Sat 3pm-close. $-$$

Missoula Senior Center 705 S. Higgins Ave. (on the hip strip) 543-7154 themissoulaseniorcenter.org Did you know the Missoula Senior Center serves delicious hearty lunches every weekday for only $4 for those on the Nutrition Program, $5 for U of M Students with a valid student ID and $6 for all others. Children under 10 eat free. Join us from 11:30 - 12:30 M-F for delicious food and great conversation. $

The Mustard Seed Asian Cafe Southgate Mall 542-7333 Contemporary Asian fusion cuisine. Original recipes and fresh ingredients combine the best of Japanese, Chinese, Polynesian, and Southeast Asian influences. Full menu available at the bar. Award winning desserts made fresh daily , local and regional micro brews, fine wines & signature cocktails. Vegetarian and Gluten free menu available. Takeout & delivery. $$-$$$

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. $$-$$$

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Orange Street Food Farm 701 S. Orange St. • 543-3188 orangestreetfoodfarm.com Experience The Farm today!!! Voted number one Supermarket & Retail Beer Selection. Fried chicken, fresh meat, great produce, vegan, gluten free, all natural, a HUGE beer and wine selection, and ROCKIN’ music.

What deal will you find today? $-$$$

Pearl Cafe 231 E. Front St. 541-0231 pearlcafe.us Country French meets the Northwest. Idaho Trout with Alaskan King Crab, Duckling with Pomegranate Cherry Sauce, Angus Beef, Fresh Seafood Specials Daily. House Made Charcuterie, Sourdough Bread & Delectable Desserts. Extensive wine list; 18 wines by the glass and local beers on draft. Reservations recommended for the intimate dining areas. Visit our website Pearlcafe.us to check out our nightly specials, make reservations, or buy gift certificates. Open Mon-Sat at 5:00. $$-$$$

Pita Pit 130 N Higgins 541-7482 pitapitusa.com Fresh Thinking Healthy Eating. Enjoy a pita rolled just for you. Hot meat and cool fresh veggies topped with your favorite sauce. Try our Chicken Caesar, Gyro, Philly Steak, Breakfast Pita, or Vegetarian Falafel to name just a few. For your convenience we are open until 3am 7 nights a week. Call if you need us to deliver! $-$$

The Starving Artist Cafe & Art Gallery 3020 S. Reserve St., Ste A 541-7472 missoulastarvingartist.com Local, high quality pastries and desserts from Missoula bakeries. Top of the line coffee blends from Hunter Bay Coffee, and specialty, hand crafted beverages. Monthly events, featured artists, and open mic night every Wednesday. The Starving Artist Cafe & Art Gallery is sure to please your palette! $

Sushi Hana 403 N. Higgins 549-7979 SushiMissoula.com Montana’s Original Sushi Bar. We Offer the Best Sushi and Japanese Cuisine in Town. Casual atmosphere. Plenty of options for non-sushi eaters including daily special items you won’t find anywhere else. $1 Specials Mon & Wed. Lunch Mon–Sat; Dinner Daily. Sake, Beer, & Wine. Visit SushiMissoula.com for full menu. $$-$$$

Taco Sano Two Locations: 115 1/2 S. 4th Street West 1515 Fairview Ave inside City Life 541-7570 • tacosano.net Home of Missoula’s Best BREAKFAST BURRITO. 99 cent TOTS every Tuesday. Once you find us you’ll keep coming back. Breakfast Burritos served all day, Quesadillas, Burritos and Tacos. Let us dress up your food with our unique selection of toppings, salsas, and sauces. Open 10am-9pm 7 days a week. WE DELIVER. $-$$

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. $-$$

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March 10–March 17, 2016

THURSDAYMARCH10 The Citywide Poetry Slam is your chance to spew some verse. Big Sky High School’s Aerie literary magazine welcomes community members to the open mic event. Three minutes, no props. At the Roxy. Sign up at 5:30, slam starts at 6. Entry fee is $5/$4 for students.

Traditional indigenous stories combined with interactive technologies make Stories Under the Stars a dynamic experience. Payne Family Native American Center, 4–5 PM. For info contact Joseph Grady at 243-2005.

nightlife Thesis exhibitions by MFA grad students Tressa Jones, Kate Lund and Aja Mujinga Sherrard are on display through Mar. 24 at UM’s Gallery of Visual Arts. Opening reception 5–7 PM. Meditation for Beginners with Raquel Castellanos is every Thursday at the Red Willow Learning Center, 825 W. Kent. 5:30–6:30 PM. $45.00 for the four-week course.

Kari Lynch provides the tunes at Draught Works Brewery, 6–8 PM. Free.

Idaho Falls native Kristofferson brings his acoustic style to Bitter Root Brewing. 6–8 PM. Free.

George Gogas, Missoula artist and teacher, gives a talk on his work at UM’s Meloy Gallery in the PAR/TV Center. 7–8 PM. Free, all are welcome.

Former NFL player Wade Davis is a thought leader, writer and educator on gender and race equality. After coming out in 2012, he was named executive director of the You Can Play Project. He speaks at the UC ballroom, 7 PM. Free, all are welcome. (See Agenda.)

The Double Down Band is in it to win it at the Sunrise Saloon. 8 PM. No cover.

Bare Bait Dance Co. presents All About Moon.

These dance pieces are inspired by a variety of moon myths, quintessential moon songs and general moon mania. Open Space at the PAR/TV center, 8 PM. $14/$12 advance. barebaitdance@gmail.com.

Local rockers Pale People host a residency at the Palace every second Thursday, where they’ll invite a rotating cast of musical and artistic characters to join them onstage. Doors at 9 PM, show at 10.

No cover.

FRIDAYMARCH11 “We’re new at this taking-a-bow thing. Should we face the crowd?” Yonder Mountain String Band and Polecat play the Wilma Wed., March 16.

Doors at 7 PM, show at 8. $30/$20 advance at thewilma.com.

Bare Bait Dance Co. presents All About Moon.

These dance pieces are inspired by a variety of moon myths, quintessential moon songs and general moon mania. Open Space at the PAR/TV center, 8 PM. $14/$12 advance. barebaitdance@gmail.com.

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It’s Buttman! He must have seen the Butt Signal. Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band funk up the Top Hat Sat., March 12. Doors at 9:30 PM, show at 10. $10.

UM’s Creative Writing Program hosts Writing at Work, an all-day conference featuring creative professionals sharing how they use reading, writing and analysis in their jobs. Dan Merchant, producer of “Z Nation,” is the featured guest. Noon–5 PM. UC Theatre, free and open to the public.

Charla Bauman plays acoustic folk at Ten Spoon Vineyard and Winery. Tasting room opens at 4 PM, music at 6. Free.

nightlife The ZACC opens its doors for a preview of the art available for auction at their upcoming Mini Benefit Show March 26 at the Wilma. Get a gander at the artwork and start bidding on silent auction pieces. 235 N. 1st St. W. 5:30 PM. Family Friendly Friday invites little ones to boogie to some live music while parental units kick back at the Top Hat. 6 PM. No cover.

Get your Gaelic on at the Irish Music Session every Friday at the Union Club from 6–9 PM. No cover.

Check out some original folky-tonk with Aran Buzzas at Missoula Brewing Co. 6–8 PM. Free.

David Fleming of Ireland’s University of Limerick speaks on the historic relationship between Ireland and America. Kettlehouse Northside taproom, 6:30 PM. Free.

If brevity is the soul of wit, the proof is in the pudding. The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged) opens for a two-week run at the MCT Center for Performing Arts. Rosie Ayers directs the four-actor cast. 7:30 PM. Tonight’s show is sold out. (See Theater) Working, based on the Studs Terkel book, continues at the Stevensville Playhouse. 7:30 PM. For tickets, visit stevensvilleplayhouse.org.

UM’s Percussion Ensemble pay tribute to rock nerds with their Spring Percussion Concert. Art Rock of the ‘70s and ‘80s features music from Emerson, Lake & Palmer’s Tarkus and Kit Watkins’ Labyrinth. Dennison Theatre, 7:30 PM. $11/$6 seniors/$5 students.

Coming up on the inside, it’s the Dark Horse Band at the Eagles. 8 PM– 1 AM. No cover.

Tom Catmull’s Radio Static comprises three whiz-band musical

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alchemists who keep you on your toes while you’re tapping them. Union Club, 9:30 PM. No cover.

ShoDown play all your twangy favorites at the Sunrise Saloon. 9:30 PM. No cover.

Missoula power trio Baby Tyger show their claws with a wide variety of tunes at the Top Hat. 10 PM. Free.

Celebrate the golden era of hip hop and R&B with ‘90s dance party at the VFW. Music by Ninja Mike. 10 PM. Free.

SATURDAYMARCH12 If you’ve been around long enough to have enjoyed Andre Floyd and Mood Iguana, you’ll have some extra love for his new band, New Iguana. Dig the blues at Dark Horse Bar, corner of Regent and Strand. 8 PM.

Basses Covered’s arrangements of familiar favorites will happy up your market visit. Missoula Winter Market, 2036 Mullan Rd. 10:30 AM–12:45 PM. The annual St. Patrick’s Day parade marches down Higgins at noon, participants line up downtown at 11 AM. For info email friendsofirishstudies@gmail.com.

Bare Bait Dance Co. presents a matinee performance of All About Moon.

These dance pieces are inspired by a variety of moon myths, quintessential moon songs and general moon mania.

Open Space at the PAR/TV center, 2 PM. $14/$12 advance. bare baitdance@gmail.com.

The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged) continues at the MCT Center for Performing Arts with a matinee performance at 2 PM. Tickets at MCTinc.org.

nightlife Join in the Great Irish Gathering for a day of hurling, dancing, whiskey tasting and more. Starts at 8 AM with mass at St. Francis Xavier Church, followed by a parade at 11 AM. For complete schedule, visit friendsofirishstudies.com.

Singer-songwriter Chris Lane unleashes not one, but two new CDs when he performs at Philipsburg Brewing Co. 5–8 PM. Free.

John Dendy folks things up at Draught Works Brewery, 6–8 PM. Free.

Dolce Canto performs at A Taste of Korea, a fundraiser for the choral group that features Korean cuisine and paired wines. Also silent and live auctions. St. Anthony Parish, 217 Tremont, 6 PM, $65 per person, $600 per sponsored table. Visit dolcecanto.info.

Basses Covered play acoustic rock at the Missoula Brewing Co., 200 International Dr. 6–8 PM. Free.

A bunch of bluegrass veterans got together and formed Pinegrass, and they bring their supertight string band to Bitter Root Brewing. 6–8:30 PM. Free.

Jeff Carroll plays Americana and country blues at Blacksmith Brewing Co. 6–8 PM. Free.

The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged) continues at the MCT Center for Performing Arts.

Showtime is 7:30 PM. Tickets at MCTinc.org.

Solas, an Irish-American band, appear as part of the Bitterroot Performing Arts Series. Enjoy some traditional Celtic music at the Dennison Theatre. 8–10 PM. $35/$32 advance at bitterroot performingarts.org.

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mic check A lot of musicians got their start at the Top of the Mic, says Mike Avery of the original competition at Sean Kelly’s.

That was before the downtown hot spot became the Thomas Meagher Bar, losing the stage to a heavy remodel. Top of the Mic was the brainchild of Avery and local radio personality Tracy Lopez. It’s a talent competition that pulled in musicians from all over western Montana, lured by the chance of snagging the $1,000 top prize. After three or four years of packing the bar for an entire springtime of preliminary rounds and semis, Top of the Mic went the way of the mastodon.

Now it’s back. Avery, a lifelong musician who was recently inducted into the Las Vegas Hall of Fame, has resurrected Top of the Mic at the Badlander. This WHAT: Top of the Mic WHO: 48 Missoula music acts WHEN: Prelims Mondays at 9:30 PM WHERE: The Badlander HOW MUCH: Free

time around, in addition to the $1,000 prize, the winner gets 10 hours in a local studio as well as a cash bonus culled from the bar take during the Monday night preliminary rounds.

Three figures from the local music world act as judges during the competition, offering constructive criticism on scoresheets that Avery later shares with the performers. Since half the performers’ score is taken from audience ballots, it pays to bring their friends.

Singer-songwriter Ron Dunbar won the very first Top of the Mic, going up against other solo artists, duos and full bands. This year bands compete against other bands, while solo and duo acts have their own category.

Of the 48 entrants, nearly all are fairly new—or brand new, in some cases—to performing in front of a crowd. “The whole thing is to get them up onstage with monitors and the whole concert effect,” says Avery. He also runs the sound, making sure to give the musicians tips on mic technique, amp settings, anything that will improve their performance. “The overall talent pool is still good,” he says. “And people help each other out here. It’s not so competitive.

Missoula has a really good music scene.”

MORE INFO: facebook.com/topofthemic

Coming up on the inside, it’s the Dark Horse Band at the Eagles. 8 PM– 1 AM. No cover.

Bare Bait Dance Co. presents All About Moon. These dance pieces are inspired by a variety of moon myths, quintessential moon songs and general moon mania. Open Space at the PAR/TV center, 8 PM. $14/$12 advance. barebaitdance@gmail.com.

Tango Missoula hosts a special Wilderness Tango Night to support the Selway-Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation, a local wilderness and river stewardship nonprofit. Learn about both wilderness and tango during this greenthemed, dance-filled evening that includes a beginning tango lesson, a raffle and more. Downtown Dance Collective, 8 PM–midnight. $10/$8 students.

DJs Kris Moon and Monty Carlo completely disrespect the adverb with their Absolutely Dance Party at the Badlander, which gets rolling at 9 PM, with fancy drink specials to boot. No cover.

Band in Motion are like the Baskin-Robbins™ of pub rock, offering scads of musical flavors. Check out the tasty variety

at the Union Club. 9:30 PM, no cover.

Learn some Gaelic steps at a traditional Irish dance workshop. Imagine Nation Brewing Co., noon–3:30 PM. Donations accepted.

Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band deliver some raucous funk-rock at the Top Hat. Doors at 9:30 PM, show at 10. $10.

Working, based on the Studs Terkel book, continues at the Stevensville Playhouse with a matinee performance at 2 PM. For tickets, visit stevensvilleplayhouse.org.

The ISCSM Drag Show returns to the Palace for a night of sexy revelry. Performer sign-ups begin at 9 PM, show at 10. $5, 18 and over.

Bare Bait Dance Co. presents a matinee performance of All About Moon.

These dance pieces are inspired by a variety of moon myths, quintessential moon songs and general moon mania.

Open Space at the PAR/TV center, 2 PM. $14/$12 advance. bare baitdance@gmail.com.

The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged) continues at the MCT Center for Performing Arts with a matinee performance at 2 PM. Tickets at MCTinc.org.

Can I get an amen? Dance Church is in session on Sunday mornings.

Dancers of all abilities are welcome at this mellow, guided class that lets you move like nobody is watching at the Downtown Dance Collective, 11 AM– noon, $5.

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Country Boogie Boys play country music at the Sunrise Saloon. 9:30 PM. No cover.

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The Missoula Mendelssohn Club joins the Missoula Community Chorus Chamber Choir for their 71st annual Spring Concert. University Congregational Church, 3 PM. $15/kids under 14 free. Tickets at Worden’s and Rockin Rudy’s.

The Contact Improv Jam is open to those of all abilities interested in exploring movement improvisation. At the Downtown Dance Collective every Sunday from 4:30–6 PM. $5.

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NOW HOW’S THAT FOR GIVING YOU A SPRING BREAK? For more info, call 549-9777 or visit montanasnowbowl.com. *Offer begins March 14, 2016. First two tickets must be left intact and attached to your jacket.

Old, mutilated or detached tickets will not be accepted. Offer expires at the end of the 2015/2016 season.

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nightlife Russ Nasset plays folk and country at Draught Works Brewery. 5–7 PM. Free.

The 18-piece Ed Norton Big Band puts some swing in the month’s second Sunday when they play the Missoula Winery, 5646 Harrier Way, 6–8 PM. $7.

Polish your steps with $5 swing lessons at 4:45 PM. Visit missoulawinery.com.

Jazz at the Break features small jazz groups from UM’s School of Music performing the music of jazz greats. Break Espresso, 7:30 PM. Free and open to the public.

Cover yourself in green and head over to the St. Patrick’s Day Dance at the Lolo Square Dance Center. 8– 9:30 PM.

Caregiver Support Group, for caregivers to an older adult or person with a disability, meets every third Tuesday of the month from 4–5 PM at Missoula Aging Services, 337 Stephens Ave. Call 728-7682 for more information.

nightlife The Craicers and Friends wield a musical shillelagh with their traditional Irish

presented by the UM’s School of Theatre and Dance. Masquer Theatre, 7:30–9 PM. $9/$6 for students and seniors.

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Darlingside are back, and this time they’re the headliner. Dig their four-part harmonies and inventive musicianship at the Top Hat. Doors at 7:30 PM, show at 8. $15/$12 advance at tophatlounge.com. (See Music.)

All in the Timing is a collection of six one-act comedies by David Ives, presented by the UM’s School of Theatre and Dance. Masquer Theatre, 7:30–9 PM. $9/$6 for students and seniors.

Here’s your one-way ticket out of Squaresville. Jazz Martini night offers live, local jazz and $5 martinis every Sunday night at the Badlander. 9 PM. No cover.

MONDAYMARCH14 Join Darah Fogarty and Ryan James for the shortest concert you’ve ever seen. Stair Session is a tenminute show at the Gallagher Business Building’s main staircase.

12:30–12:40 PM.

nightlife Local Deadheads have got you covered when the Top Hat presents Raising the Dead, a curated broadcast of two hours of Jerry Garcia and Co. 5–7 PM. Free, all ages.

Get a massage and help the cause at UM’s Montana Physical Therapy Student Association’s March fundraiser.

Massages available 6–9 PM March 1417, 21-24 and 28-31 at the Skaggs Building, room 129. $12 for a 20minute massage, $20 for 40 minutes.

Cash or check only, set an appointment by calling Caitlin at 243-4753.

Comedian Michael Jr. has appeared on “The Tonight Show,” “Oprah,” “The Late Late Show,” and Catalyst Conference. His material is clean enough to work in churches, yet funny enough to work in clubs. Valley Christian School, 2525 Sunset Ln. 6:30–7:30 PM. $20.

Milltown State Park manager Mike Kustudia gives an update to the park’s development at the monthly meeting of the Milltown Community Council. Bonner School Library, 7 PM. The Acousticals play folk and bluegrass at the Red Bird Wine Bar. 7–10 PM. Free.

While most range maps don’t show the common poorwill occurring west of the Continental Divide, surveys on the MPG ranch near Florence have shown several occurrences. Kate Stone discusses MPG’s ongoing study of this member of the nightjar family of birds at the Five Valleys Audubon meeting.

UM’s Gallagher Bulding, room L14.

UM’s Student Ensemble Series features the Men’s and Women’s Choruses and Cantemus Women’s Chorus. Dennison Theatre, 7:30 PM. $11/$6 seniors/$5 students.

“Whoa, your breath could gag a maggot!” Writer/director/producer Dan Merchant (“Z Nation”) makes an appearance at the Writing at Work conference Fri., March 11. Noon–5 at the UC Theatre.

Radiation City bring their sultry synth pop to Stage 112 with Deep Sea Diver.

9 PM. $10/$7 advance at ticketfly.com.

(See Music.)

Top of the Mic, Missoula’s own battle of the bands, returns. Artists compete for $1,000 cash. Prelims every Monday, semi-finals every other Friday. The Badlander, 9 PM. No cover. (See Spotlight.)

TUESDAYMARCH15 Jeff Bridges (yes, that Jeff Bridges) hits the Wilma stage for an evening of music and conversation as a fundraiser to benefit the reelection of Governor Steve Bullock. Doors at 7 PM, show at 8. $50 at thewilma.com.

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tunes in the taproom at Imagine Nation Brewing Co., 1151 W. Broadway, 6–8 PM. Learn some fascinating facts about exotic insects while quaffing a cold oat soda at Bugs and Brews. Missoula Butterfly House and Insectarium hosts the event monthly. $5 includes admission and two drink tickets. 6:30–8:30 PM. For more info visit missoulabutterflyhouse.org.

Two-step the midweek blues away at Country Dance Lessons at the Hamilton Senior Center, Tuesdays from 7– 8:30 PM. $5. Bring a partner. Call 381-1392 for more info.

All in the Timing is a collection of six one-act comedies by David Ives,

You some kinda wise guy (or gal)?

Prove it at the Quizzoula trivia night at the VFW, 245 W. Main St., with current events, picture round and more. Gets rolling around 8:30 PM. To get you warmed up, here’s a trivia question: Who is the zombie to the left of Dan Merchant in the photo on this page? Find answer in tomorrow’s nightlife.

Pittsburgh post-hardcore rockers Edhochuli are presumably as pumped as their National Football League referee namesake as they take the stage for a show at the VFW. With Holy Lands and Eat Strike. 10 PM. $5 or pay what you can. 18 and over.

(See Music.)

The Art Associates of Missoula hold their monthly meeting at Radius Gallery, 114 E. Main St. Courtney Blazon shares her colorful illustrations inspired by fairytales, natural history and poetry. 10 AM. Free and open to the public.

nightlife A Phish Happy Hour? Sounds more like a Trey Anastasio solo. Enjoy Phish music, video and more at the Top Hat every Wednesday at 4:30 PM. But I know you’ll show up at 4:20. Free. All ages.

Cribbage enthusiasts finally have a place to share their affliction at Cribbage Night. Enjoy a few cocktails as you look for nibs and nobs. Boards and cards

[calendar] provided. Rattlesnake Creek Distillers, 128 W. Alder St., Suite B. 6–8 PM. Wednesday Night Brewery Jam invites all musicians to bring an instrument and join in. Hosted by Geoffrey Taylor at Imagine Nation Brewing Co., 6–8 PM. Free.

This open mic is truly open. Jazz, classic rock, poetry, spoken word, dance, shadow puppets—share your creative spark at The Starving Artist Café, 3020 S. Reserve St. 6–8 PM. Free.

Tom Catmull brings his acoustic folk country charm to Blacksmith Brewing Co. 6–8 PM. Free.

Rediscover “the magic which makes you legendary in your own mind” when “Poncho” Dobson hosts the Live and Loco open mic at the Symes Hotel, Wednesdays from 6–9:30 PM. Call 741-2361 to book a slot, or just come hang out and party. Free.

Win big bucks off your bar tab and/or free pitchers by using your giant egg to answer trivia questions at Brains on Broadway Trivia Night at the Broadway Sports Bar. 7 PM. West Coast jazz? Continental jazz?

Bebop? Avant-garde? It’s all free jazz, as in no charge, Dad, when the Kimberlee Carlson Jazz Quintet plays Jazz Night at the Top Hat. 7 PM, no cover, all ages.

Matthew Wellert plays cello in his senior recital performance at the UM Music Recital Hall. 7:30 PM. Free and open to the public. The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged) continues at the MCT Center for Performing Arts. Showtime is 7:30 PM. Tickets at MCTinc.org.

Yonder Mountain String Band, one of Colorado’s best jam grass outfits, returns to the Wilma with Polecat. Doors at 7 PM, show at 8. $30/$20 adv. at thewilma.com.

Texas troubadour Bart Crow brings his Americana/country/blues sound to the Top Hat. Doors at 8 PM, show at 9. $15/$12 advance at tophatlounge.com (Trivia Answer: George R. R. Martin.)

THURSDAYMARCH17 The 36th annual Buddy DeFranco Jazz Festival features some of the biggest names in jazz, plus performances during the day from outstanding young musicians. UM’s School of Music Recital Hall, Dennison Theatre and Masquer Theatre. Daytime performances are free and open to the public. Evening concerts at 7:30 PM. $25/$15 seniors/$10 students. For tickets visit ev10.evenue.net.

Gwen Florio reads from her new novel, Disgraced, which has absolutely nothing to do with St. Patrick’s Day. Fact & Fiction, 5:30 PM. Free.

“When I snap my fingers you will awaken and laugh at everything I say.” Comedian Michael Jr. (who is not a hypnotist) performs at Valley Christian School Mon., March 14, 6:30 PM. $20.

nightlife Enjoy a traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner at St. Anthony Parish, followed by Irish music, dancing and singing. $15/$25 per couple. Call 5433129 for info.

Celebrate St. Patty’s Day with traditional Irish music from the Craicers at Missoula Brewing Co. 6–8 PM. Free.

Beargrass play bluegrass at Draught Works Brewing. 6–8 PM. Free.

Prints from Salvador Dali’s series on Dante’s The Divine Comedy are on display at Radius Gallery. Lisa Simon gives a talk on the historic ideas leading up to the Surrealist movement. 114 E. Main St. 6–7 PM. Don’t turn that beautiful beer green, but get your Irish on anyway with Poor Henry and their acoustic sound at Bitter Root Brewing. 6–8 PM. Free.

Flaunt your verbal prowess or root on your favorite from the crowd at E3 Convergence Gallery’s Poetry Slam. Sign up by contacting e3gallery@e3gallery missoula.com, or come a little early and sign in at the door. Poets need at least three poems to compete. All ages, so bring appropriate material. 229 W. Main St. 7–8:30 PM. Free.

The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged) continues at the MCT Center for Performing Arts. Showtime is 7:30 PM. Tickets at MCTinc.org.

Little Shop of Horrors is Hellgate High School’s first musical in 23 years.

When a plant with special qualities grows in a condemned florist shop, this love story takes on a special twist. Hellgate High School, 7:30 PM. All in the Timing is a collection of six one-act comedies by David Ives, presented by the UM’s School of Theatre and Dance. Masquer Theatre, 7:30–9 PM. $9/$6 for students and seniors.

Clear Grain play hundred-proof country at the Sunrise Saloon. 8 PM. Free.

Freddy Krueger and the Sweet Dreamers, Bryan McPherson and Quinn Conley team up for a night of local and touring punk at the Palace.

Check out the super cheap shots of Jamie because, you know, St. Patty’s Day. Doors at 9 PM, show at 10. $5.

Local Yokel host a St. Patrick’s Day party at the Top Hat with—what else?— Americana. Top Hat Lounge. Doors at 9:30 PM, show at 10. $5.

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What? A professional athlete has been arrested for his involvement in a shooting? Let me guess. It was at a strip club. For some reason boner farms figure heavily in the lifestyle of the pro ballplayer, and it fits right in with the culture of hypermasculinity that pervades the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB. Controlled aggression and a macho swagger is the ideal, and thus far that has left no room for the gay athlete. Wade Davis is working to change that culture.

Davis is one of half a dozen NFL players who came out after their retirement, and he’s the executive director of You Can Play, an organization that was formed four years ago to help wipe out homophobia in sports. You Can Play has a simple slogan: “If you can play, you can play.”

Davis, a cornerback who played some of his college ball at Weber State, spent a few years in NFL Europe, and on preseason teams with the Seattle Seahawks, Tennessee Titans and Washington Redskins before retiring due to injury in 2003. In 2012 he came out publicly and began speaking about what it’s like to be a closeted gay player in the NFL. He hopes You Can Play, with the growing support of pro athletes from the major pro leagues, will help the locker room culture evolve to the point where players are judged on their skills and contributions to the team, not their sexual orientation.

But we have a long way to go, baby. Given the

reactionary anti-LGBTQ policies in Russia during the 2014 Sochi Olympics, it’s clear that acceptance for gay and transgender athletes is an uphill climb. Well, until a downhill skier comes out.

—Ednor Therriault Wade Davis gives a presentation at the UC Ballroom Thu., March 10, 7 PM. Free, and the public is welcome.

[AGENDA LISTINGS] FRIDAY MARCH 11 It’s International Women’s Day. Celebrate at a dinner followed by a keynote speech from Denise Juneau. Proceeds benefit the Student Involvement Network and the Women’s Resource Center. UC ballroom, 6–9 PM. $15/$10 for students, tickets at The Source in the UC.

SATURDAY MARCH 12 Buy local, eat local at the Missoula Winter Public Market. Enjoy fresh produce, frozen meat, eggs, honey and other locally sourced food. Snag a hot cup of locally roasted coffee and check out the handmade crafts too. 10 AM, 800 S. 3rd St. W. Following their successful Racial Justice TeachIn in Sept., Missoula YWCA teams up with NCBI to host the True Colors workshop series. The workshops focus on anti-racism curriculum. 10 AM–2 PM. Free, lunch is provided. YWCA, 1130 W. Broadway.

Show your love for the Bitterroot at Skwala, Shamrock, and Stout, a fundraiser for the Bitter Root Water Forum. Sip brews, enjoy music and win prizes.

Music by Malarkey. Bitter Root Brewing, 4–7 PM.

MONDAY MARCH 14 Sip a fancy soda for a cause at this edition of Moscow Monday at the Montgomery Distillery, 129 W. Front St. A dollar from every drink sold is donated to a cause each week. Family friendly, noon–8 PM.

WEDNESDAY MARCH 16 Every Wednesday is Community UNite, wherein 50 cents of each pint of tasty KettleHouse brew goes to a deserving organization. KettleHouse Northside Taproom, 5–8 PM.

THURSDAY MARCH 17

The Golden Gala, a gold-themed Oula dance extravaganza, is a benefit for a young woman battling cancer.

Deck yourself out in your most creative gold and dig some refreshments, silent auction items, and more.

Oula Studio, 1900 W. Broadway, Ste. E. 7–10 PM. $5

Marketing legend Spider McKnight leads the Perfecting Your Pitch workshop, designed to show nonprofit organizations how to tell their story across all platforms. First Interstate Bank, Griz Den conference room. 11:30 AM–1 PM.

SUNDAY MARCH 13

Food for Thought is Missoula Food Bank’s monthly discussion series that focuses on causal issues of hunger and local solutions. This month Julia Cramer, policy analyst at Montana Budget & Policy Center, discusses earned income tax credits. Missoula Public Library, noon–1 PM. Free.

Following their successful Racial Justice TeachIn in Sept., Missoula YWCA teams up with NCBI to host the True Colors workshop series. The workshops focus on anti-racism curriculum. 10 AM–2 PM. Free, lunch is provided. YWCA, 1130 W. Broadway.

AGENDA is dedicated to upcoming events embodying activism, outreach and public participation. Send your who/what/when/where and why to AGENDA, c/o the Independent, 317 S. Orange, Missoula, MT 59801. You can also email entries to calendar@missoulanews.com or send a fax to (406) 543-4367. AGENDA’s deadline for editorial consideration is 10 days prior to the issue in which you’d like your information to be included. When possible, please include appropriate photos/artwork.

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elluride means skiing, but it also means a wellknown film festival. Mountainfilm on Tour has taken a handful of the most popular films, varying in running time from three minutes to featurelength, and mixed them in with newer offerings for their traveling festival. Proceeds from the festival go to a variety of outdoors and conservation nonprofits.

The beneficiary of the festival’s Roxy show is the Selway-Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation, which works to enlist the help of citizens and communities in the stewardship of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Frank Church River of No Return. Steep, rugged canyons and whitewater rivers make the River of No Return one of the most treasured yet unspoiled areas of wilderness in the West. The Salmon River snakes through the 2.36 million acres of forest and moun-

tains, which comprises the largest contiguous wilderness in the Lower 48. Only Death Valley is larger in the National Wilderness Preservation System.

With the Clearwater Mountains and the Bighorn Crags creating breathtaking gorges that are even deeper than the Grand Canyon in places, the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness represents one of the last best expanses of wilderness we have left.

The Telluride Mountainfilm program aims to help keep this wild resource unspoiled and available for future generations.

—Ednor Therriault Telluride Mountainfilm shows at the Roxy Fri., March 11, at 6 PM and 8:30 PM.

SATURDAY MARCH 12

MONDAY MARCH 14

Rock climbers can scamper up those knobs at the all-day Rock the Rec Climbing Competition. Hosted

by Campus Recreation, the competition features all new routes at UM’s Student Recreation climbing wall. Entry fee includes a t-shirt and raffle ticket. $33/$25 for members of Campus Rec. For info email campusrec@mso.umt.edu.

Learn to use a telescope with the guidance of Nick Wethington, president of the Western Montana Astronomical Association. North Valley Public Library, Stevensville. 4–5:30 PM. Free.

Learn all about one of the coolest and most mysterious raptors at All About Owls, part of the Trekker Kids series. Play an owl-inspired game and make your own craft owl. Travelers’ Rest State Park, 11 AM. $2 per child, adult chaperones free.

Wheels down! Join other cyclists for a bike ride to Grant Creek Trail. Enjoy a casual, 14-mile ride through a quiet nature reserve. Meet at UM’s Oval at 11 AM. All abilities welcome.

Irish Hurling has been a fast-moving passion for over 2,000 years. Check out a demonstration match between the UM Grizzly hurling team, two-time national champions, and the new Missoula club team, the Thomas Meagher Hurling Club. Loyola High School football field, 2:30–4 PM. Tango Missoula hosts a special Wilderness Tango Night to support the Selway-Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation, a local wilderness and river stewardship nonprofit. Learn about both wilderness and tango during this dance-filled evening that includes a tango lesson, a raffle and more. Downtown Dance Collective, 8 PM–midnight. $10/$8 students.

While most range maps don’t show the common poorwill occurring west of the Continental Divide, surveys on the MPG ranch near Florence have shown several occurrences. Kate Stone discusses MPG’s ongoing study of this member of the nightjar family of birds at the Five Valleys Audubon meeting.

UM’s Gallagher Bulding, room L14.

TUESDAY MARCH 15 Join the Montana Dirt Girls every Tuesday for an all-women hike or bike somewhere in the area. You can find the upcoming trip posted at facebook.com /MontanaDirtGirls. Various locations, 6 PM. Take the mystery out of your backpacking trip at the Rocky Mountain Backpacking workshop.

Learn about planning, preparation, gear and even trail etiquette at REI Missoula. 6:30 PM. Free.

UM’s Wilderness Institute hosts a weekly free lecture series, What’s the Wild Worth? The Price of Nature’s Amenities Through a 21st Century Conservation Lens. This week’s speaker is Dr. Kimiko Barrett, geographer, Headwaters Economics. UM’s Gallagher Building, room 123. 7:10–8:30 PM. Free and open to the public.

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I’m in my first serious relationship. It started off super hot and sexual. Now, a year in, it’s lovey-dovey and cuddly. Not that my boyfriend and I don’t have sex. We do, and it’s still good. But we no longer sext or send cute selfies, and the butterflies feeling is gone. Is it all downhill from here?

—Worried Once you’ve been together for a while, you may still have vivid fantasies running through your head during sex, like the one where you get to the dry cleaner’s before closing time.

The Declaration of Independence proclaimed that we have a right to “the pursuit of Happiness,” but it doesn’t get into actually having it, which, as you’ve discovered, can be a bit of a bore. This makes biological sense, considering that there are stages in attraction and bonding and a cocktail of biochemicals behind each. Dopamine, a neurochemical that researchers associate with wanting, “novelty-seeking,” and focused attention, is a star player when you’re in chase mode (aka “infatuation,” “attraction,” or, more descriptively, “Who knew you could get a callus down there?”).

However, evolution is no fool, and it realized that we couldn’t spend all of our time chasing each other around whatever passed for the kitchen table back when “the man cave” was an actual cave. So bonding hormones—oxytocin and vasopressin—eventually take charge. And that’s why, a year into a relationship, you may be doing “unnatural acts” in the bedroom, but they probably involve things like dusting the miniblinds.

Going from hot sexts to ho-humming along is a result of “hedonic adaptation.”

“Hedonic” comes from a Greek word for pleasure, and hedonic adaptation describes how we quickly acclimate to changes in our circumstances—positive or negative—to the point where they no longer give us the boost (or kick in the teeth) that they first did. Research by social psychologist Philip Brickman and his colleagues suggests that we each have a happiness “set point,” and we keep getting pulled back to it. A fascinating example of this is their finding that people who won big in the lottery were (of course) stoked at first, but ultimately, they ended up being no happier than victims of crippling accidents.

Happiness researcher Sonja Lyubomirsky finds that people in relationships can resist hedonic adaptation, but it takes “ongoing effort” to bring in variety.

She’s talking about varied experiences and, especially, varied surprising experiences.

Surprise, Lyubomirsky explains in “The

Myths of Happiness,” delivers “strong emotional reactions.” Remember strong emotional reactions? They’re a little hard to come by once you can close your eyes and draw a solar system of your beloved’s every birthmark, freckle, and mole.

The good news is that, even now, you can bring surprise into your relationship; you just need to stage it. Try to inject it into every day, take turns planning a weekly secret date night—secret from the person who isn’t the planner—so at least one of you is surprised. You might also take turns planning separate sextracurricular activities, on the same model. Without this extra effort, sex may still be fun, but the only way it’s likely to be surprising is if one of you tries to sneak out the window afterward.

REALLY OLD MEN IN THE HOOD

When I was in my youth, a lot of women I knew fell for bad boys. I’m now a man in my 60s, entering retirement. Amazingly, I’m finding that even women my age prefer bad boys. What’s this about?

—Nice Guy Since older women often end up dating much-older men, this leads to the question, what’s the profile of the elderly bad boy? Cheating at bingo? Swearing on the golf course? Shotgunning Ensure?

Some older women—just like the younger ones—go for bad boys because they don’t think much of themselves and feel most comfortable with someone who seems to share their view. But even older women who aren’t emotional shipwrecks can be drawn to the aging delinquent. It turns out that a bad boy’s unreliability has a neurological upside. Neuroscientist Wolfram Schultz finds that unpredictable “rewards” seem to be the most satisfying for the brain.

So, as a nice guy, the thing to be is exciting and unpredictable—without the downside of the deviousness, thieving, and unreliability. Use the element of surprise— even by hiding small presents (tiny chocolate bars) or funny notes around her house (as opposed to a bag of unmarked bills).

Ultimately, even thrill-seeking women prefer a man who says, “Quick, grab your suitcase. I’m taking you to Paris,” and not “Quick, duck down. The cops are here, and they have a warrant.”

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Cabela’s Part-Time Sales Outfitter in the fishing and footwear departments at our Missoula retail store. Restock, remerchandising, dusting, and vacuuming sales floor as needed This position requires experience and/or knowledge of the outdoor lifestyle. Full job description at Missoula Job Service. employmissoula.com Job # 10185106 JCP Salon Receptionist The Salon Receptionist supports the salon team by providing a superior client experience through offering additional styling services and product benefits to become salon destination of choice.

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Newborn Photographer Mom365 photographers interact with moms, families and our hospital partners to provide a delightful experience of capturing the newborn’s first moments. If you are self-motivated, like flexible hours and working independently, Mom365 is looking for you! Earn commission on selling products and services to Moms and Families. Full job description at Missoula Job Service. employmissoula.com Job # 10185094 Outlaw Music 724 Burlington Ave. is seeking a part time employee 3 days per week for our Music Store sales floor.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The marathon is a long-distance footrace with an official length of over 26 miles. Adults who are physically fit and well-trained can finish the course in five hours.

But I want to call your attention to a much longer running event: the Self-Transcendence 3100Mile Race. It begins every June in Queens, a borough of New York, and lasts until August. Those who participate do 3,100 miles’ worth of laps around a single city block, or about 100 laps per day. I think that this is an apt metaphor for the work you now have ahead of you. You must cover a lot of ground as you accomplish a big project, but without traveling far and wide. Your task is to be dogged and persistent as you do a little at a time, never risking exhaustion, always pacing yourself.

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CANCER (June 21-July 22): “I sit before flowers, hoping they will train me in the art of opening up,” says poet Shane Koyczan. “I stand on mountain tops believing that avalanches will teach me to let go.” I recommend his strategy to you in the coming weeks, Cancerian. Put yourself in the presence of natural forces that will inspire you to do what you need to do. Seek the companionship of people and animals whose wisdom and style you want to absorb. Be sufficiently humble to learn from the whole wide world through the art of imitation.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20): To have any hope of becoming an expert in your chosen field, you’ve got to labor for at least 10,000 hours to develop the necessary skills—the equivalent of 30 hours a week for six and a half years. But according to author William Deresiewicz, many young graphic designers no longer abide by that rule. They regard it as more essential to cultivate a network of connections than to perfect their artistic mastery. Getting 10,000 contacts is their priority, not working 10,000 hours. But I advise you not to use that approach in the coming months, Gemini. According to my reading of the astrological omens, you will be better served by improving what you do rather than by increasing how many people you know.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Quoting poet W. H. Auden, author Maura Kelly says there are two kinds of poets: argument-makers and beauty-makers. I think that’s an interesting way to categorize all humans, not just poets. Which are you? Even if you usually tend to be more of an argument-maker, I urge you to be an intense beauty-maker in the next few weeks. And if you’re already a pretty good beauty-maker, I challenge you to become, at least temporarily, a great beauty-maker. One more thing: As much as possible, until April 1, choose beauty-makers as your companions.

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By Rob Brezsny ARIES (March 21-April 19): “He in his madness prays for storms, and dreams that storms will bring him peace,” wrote Leo Tolstoy in his novella The Death of Ivan Ilych. The weird thing is, Aries, that this seemingly crazy strategy might actually work for you in the coming days. The storms you pray for, the tempests you activate through the power of your longing, could work marvels.

They might clear away the emotional congestion, zap the angst, and usher you into a period of dynamic peace. So I say: Dare to be gusty and blustery and turbulent.

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VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In old Vietnamese folklore, croaking frogs were a negative symbol.

They were thought to resemble dull teachers who go on and on with their boring and pointless lectures. But in many other cultures, frogs have been symbols of regeneration and resurrection due to the dramatic transformations they make from egg to tadpole to full-grown adult. In ancient India, choruses of croaks were a sign of winter’s end, when spring rains arrived to fertilize the earth and bestow a promise of the growth to come. I suspect that the frog will be one of your emblems in the coming weeks, Virgo—for all of the above reasons. Your task is to overcome the boring stories and messages so as to accomplish your lively transformations.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “Your anger is a gift.” So proclaims musician and activist Zack de la Rocha, singer in the band Rage Against the Machine. That statement is true for him on at least two levels. His fury about the systemic corruption that infects American politics has roused him to create many successful songs and enabled him to earn a very good living. I don’t think anger is always a gift for all of us, however. Too often, especially when it’s motivated by petty issues, it’s a self-indulgent waste of energy that can literally make us sick. Having said that, I do suspect that your anger in the coming week will be more like de la Rocha’s: productive, clarifying, healthy.

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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “Even now, all possible feelings do not yet exist,” says novelist Nicole Krauss. In the coming weeks, I suspect you will provide vivid evidence of her declaration, Scorpio. You may generate an unprecedented number of novel emotions—complex flutters and flows and gyrations that have never before been experienced by anyone in the history of civilization. I think it’s important that you acknowledge and celebrate them as being unique—that you refrain from comparing them to feelings you’ve had in the past or feelings that other people have had. To harvest their full blessing, treat them as marvelous mysteries.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “Look at yourself then,” advised author Ray Bradbury. “Consider everything you have fed yourself over the years. Was it a banquet or a starvation diet?”

He wasn’t talking about literal food. He was referring to the experiences you provide yourself with, to the people you bring into your life, to the sights and sounds and ideas you allow to pour into your precious imagination. Now would be an excellent time to take inventory of this essential question, Sagittarius. And if you find there is anything lacking in what you feed yourself, make changes!

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): According to a report in the journal Science, most of us devote half of our waking time to thinking about something besides the activity we’re actually engaged in. We seem to love to ruminate about what used to be and what might have been and what could possibly be. Would you consider reducing that amount in the next 15 days, Capricorn? If you can manage to cut it down even a little, I bet you will accomplish small feats of magic that stabilize and invigorate your future. Not only that: You will feel stronger and smarter. You’ll have more energy. You’ll have an excellent chance to form an enduring habit of staying more focused on the here and now.

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): One of the legal financial scams that shattered the world economy in 2008 was a product called a Collateralized Debt Obligation Squared. It was sold widely, even though noted economist Ha-Joon Chang says that potential buyers had to read a billion pages of documents if they hoped to understand it. In the coming weeks, I think it’s crucial that you Aquarians avoid getting involved with stuff like that—with anything or anyone requiring such vast amounts of homework. If it’s too complex to evaluate accurately, stay uncommitted, at least for now.

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PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “I wish I knew what I desire,” wrote Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish, born under the sign of Pisces. “I wish I knew! I wish I knew!” If he were still alive today, I would have very good news for him, as I do for all of you Pisceans reading this horoscope. The coming weeks will be one of the best times ever—EVER!—for figuring out what exactly it is you desire. Not just what your ego yearns for. Not just what your body longs for. I’m talking about the whole shebang. You now have the power to home in on and identify what your ego, your body, your heart, and your soul want more than anything else in this life.

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PUBLIC NOTICES IN JUSTICE COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA BEFORE MARIE A. ANDERSON, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE Cause No.: CV2015-1930 ALIAS SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION HAUSER ENTERPRISES, LLC. Plaintiff, vs. CHARLES COMES AT NIGHT and KATRINA PALMER 1811 Cooper, Unit B, Missoula, MT 59802, Defendants. THE STATE OF MONTANA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT KATRINA PALMER: A lawsuit has been filed against you. This is a suit to enter and re-take possession of that certain real property known as 1811 Cooper, Unit B, Missoula, Montana. YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action, which is filed with the above-named Justice of the Peace, a copy of which is served upon you, and to file your written answer with the above entitled Court and serve a copy thereof upon the Plaintiff, or Plaintiff ’s attorney within ten (10) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service. If you fail to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default, for the relief demanded in this Complaint.

A $30.00 fee must be accompanied by the answer for each Defendant. WITNESS my hand this 26 day of February, 2016. /s/ Honorable Marie A. Anderson, Justice of the Peace MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT

COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Cause No.: DV15-784 Dept. No. 4 Honorable Karen Towsend Notice of Hearing on Name Change of Minor Child In the Matter of the Name Change of Aidan Jesse Raiford, Minor Child Meghan Dickson, Petitioner on behalf of Aidan Jesse Raiford. This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court to change a child’s name from Aidan Jesse Raiford to Aidan Jesse Dickson. The hearing will be on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.

The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Missoula County. DATED: 10th day of February, 2016 /s/ Karen S. Townsend Dept. 4 MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT MISSOULA COUNTY Dept.

No. 1 Cause No. DP-16-22 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MERRIT C. WELTY, a/k/a Mike C. Welty 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 DIANE WELTY, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, c/o Thomas C. Orr Law Offices,

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No. 3 Cause No. DP-16-25 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DANIEL R. BROOKS a/k/a Dan Russell Brooks, 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 WILLIAM L. BOUCHEE, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, c/o Reely Law Firm, P.C., 3819 Stephens Avenue, Suite 201, Missoula, Montana 59801, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court.

DATED this 12th day of February, 2016. /s/ William L. Bouchee, Personal Representative REELY LAW FIRM, P.C. 3819 Stephens Avenue, Suite 201, Missoula, Montana 59801 Attorneys for Personal Representative By: /s/ Shane N. Reely, Esq. MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNT Dept. No. 2 Robert L. Deschamps, III Cause No. DV-16-137 NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE In the Matter of the Name Change of Alexander Phillip Clause: Petitioner.

This is Notice that the Petitioner has asked the District Court for name change from Alexander Phillip Clause to Alexander Phillip Truzzolino.

The hearing will be on Tuesday, the 5th day of April, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Missoula County. DATED this 23rd day of February, 2016. /s/ Shirley E. Faust, CLERK OF DISTRICT COURT By: Kersten Seilstad, Deputy Clerk of Court MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA

COUNTY Case No. DV-16165 Dept. No. 1 NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE In the Matter of the Name Change of Savannah Becker, Petitioner. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT Petitioner, Savannah Becker, has petitioned the District Court for the 4th Judicial District for a change of name from Savannah Monique Becker to Savannah Monique Dorvall, and the petition for name change will be heard by a District Court Judge on the 6th day of April, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. in the Missoula County Courthouse located at 200 West Broadway, in courtroom number 1. At any time before the hearing, objections may be filed by any person who can demonstrate good reasons against the change of name. DATED this 1st day of March, 2016. /s/ Shirley E. Faust, Clerk of Court By: /s/ Darci Lehnerz, Deputy Clerk MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Cause No.: DV16-141 Dept. No.: 2 Robert L. Deschamps, III Notice of Hearing on Name Change In the Matter of the Name Change of Austin Brady Gould, Petitioner. This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Austin Brady Gould to Austin Bradley Relic.

The hearing will be on 04/05/2016 at 11:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Missoula County.

Date: February 23, 2016 /s/ Shirley E. Faust, Clerk of District Court By: /s/ Kersten Seilstad, Deputy Clerk of Court MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 1 Probate No. DP-16-37 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LELA R. AUTIO, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned have been appointed Co-Personal Representatives 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 Lisa G. Autio and Lar K. Autio, the Co-Personal Representatives, return receipt requested, c/o Boone Karlberg P.C., P. O. Box 9199, Missoula, Montana 59807-9199, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled

MNAXLP Court. We declare, under penalty of perjury and under the laws of the state of Montana, that the foregoing is true and correct. DATED this 22nd day of February, 2016, at Missoula, Montana. /s/ Lisa Autio /s/ Lar Autio BOONE KARLBERG P.C. By: /s/ Julie R. Sims, Esq. P. O. Box 9199 Missoula, Montana 598079199 Attorneys for Lisa G. Autio and Lar K. Autio, CoPersonal Representatives MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 4 Cause No. DP-16-32 Hon. Karen S. Townsend Presiding. NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN RE THE ESTATE OF LINDA L. SKJELSET, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the abovenamed 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 Douglas G. Skjelset, the Personal Representative, Return Receipt Requested, c/o Skjelset & Geer, PLLP, PO Box 4102, Missoula, Montana 59806 or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court.

DATED this 23rd day of February, 2016. /s/ Douglas G. Skjelset, Personal Representative SKJELSET & GEER, P.L.L.P. By: /s/ Douglas G. Skjelset Attorneys for the Estate STATE OF MONTANA ):ss. County of Missoula) I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Montana that the foregoing Notice to Creditors is true and correct. Signed this 23rd day of February, 2016. /s/ Barbara J. Proud, Personal Representative Subscribed and sworn to before me this 23rd day of February, 2016. /s/ Sharon J. Davis Notary Public for the State of Montana Residing at Clinton, Montana My Commission Expires May 14, 2018 MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 4 Probate No. DP-16-29 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN RE THE ESTATE OF ROBERT M. CASEY , Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Steven J. Casey 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 Steven J. Casey, as Personal Representative, return receipt requested, in care of Richard J. Samson, 310 West Spruce Street, Missoula, Montana, 59802, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. Dated this 17th day of February, 2016. /s/ Steven J. Casey, Personal Reprsentative /s/ Richard J. Samson, Attorney for Personal Representative 310 West Spruce Street, Missoula, Montana 59802 MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 4 Probate No. DP-16-38 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARILYN GAYLE CARLISLE, a/k/a GAYLE CARLISLE, 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 James Carlisle, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, c/o Boone Karlberg P.C., P. O. Box 9199, Missoula, Montana 59807-9199, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. I declare, under penalty of perjury and under the laws of the state of Montana, that the foregoing is true and correct. DATED this 23rd day of February, 2016, at Culbertson, Montana. /s/ James D. Carlisle, Personal Representative BOONE KARLBERG P.C. By: /s/ Julie R. Sims, Esq. P. O. Box 9199 Missoula, Montana 59807-9199 Attorneys for James Carlisle, Personal Representative MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Probate No. DP16-39 Dept. No. 1 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF THERESA M. FRISTO, 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 RUSSELL V. FRISTO, Personal Representative, return receipt requested, in care of Douglas Harris, Attorney at Law, PO Box 7937, Missoula, Montana 59807-7937 or filed with the Clerk of the abovenamed Court. DATED this 25th day of February, 2016. /s/ Russell V. Fristo, Personal Representative Notice of Default and Notice of Intent to Sell Contents of Storage Unit at Public Auction Date: March 10th, 2016 To: Donald Kukla 323 Brooks St Missoula, MT 59801 Re: Storage Unit No. C9 Riverside Self Storage 3645 Clark Fork Way Missoula, MT 59808 Past Due Amount: $509.00 + incurring fees PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT you are more than thirty (30) days in default in the payment of rental fees and other charges for the above-referenced Storage Unit. As a result, the owner of the storage facility, Riverside Self Storage, has placed an “overlock” on the Storage Unit. Any attempt to remove the “overlock” on the Storage Unit without the express permission of Riverside Self Storage constitutes a criminal offense. You are prohibited from entering the Storage Unit and may not access any contents of the Storage Unit unless and until you comply with the terms of this Notice.

Please be advised that Riverside Self Storage claims a lien against the contents of the Storage Unit pursuant to Mont. Code Ann. § 71-31201(2)(a), and that said lien shall not be lost by reason of any forcible or fraudulent taking of said contents from the possession of Riverside Self Storage.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT you have thirty (30) days from the date of this Notice to pay the Past Due Amount set forth above and to claim the contents of the Storage Unit. If the entire Past Due Amount is not paid within thirty (30) days of the date of this Notice, the contents of the Storage Unit will be sold at public auction. The public auction will be held at 11:00AM on April 12th, 2016 at 3645 Clark Fork Way Missoula, MT 59808.

The proceeds of the public auction will first be applied to the costs of the sale and then to the unpaid rental fees and charges, and the excess proceeds, if any, will be paid to you. If you cannot be located, however, then the excess proceeds, if any, will escheat to the state of Montana as provided

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PUBLIC NOTICES in Title 72, chapter 14 of Montana Code Annotated.

All sales at the public auction vest title to the property sold in the purchaser of the property. You may respond to this Notice by contacting Riverside Self Storage’s designated agent, Kim Johnson, at 3645 Clark Fork Way Missoula, MT 59808 or at 406-830-6838.

Thank you, RIVERSIDE SELF STORAGE By: Riverside Self Storage Authorized Representative NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Reference is hereby made to that certain trust indenture/deed of trust (“Deed of Trust”) dated 12/15/98, recorded as Instrument No. 199834018; BK 566; Pg 1422, mortgage records of MISSOULA County, Montana in which David E Chamberlain, a single person was Grantor, Norwest Mortgage, Inc. was Beneficiary and First Montana Title was Trustee.

First American Title Insurance Company has succeeded First Montana Title as Successor Trustee. The Deed of Trust encumbers real property (“Property”) located in MISSOULA County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: Parcel E of Certificate of Survey No. 3983, located in the Northwest quarter (NW1/4) of Section 17, Township 12 North, Range 17 West, P.M.M., Missoula County, Montana. 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 06/01/15 installment payment and all monthly installment payments due thereafter. As of January 6, 2016, the amount necessary to fully satisfy the Loan was $61,827.23. This amount includes the outstanding principal balance of $57,824.28, 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 Missoula County Courthouse, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802, On the Front Steps, City of Missoula on May 19, 2016 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

MNAXLP 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. Chamberlain, David E. (TS# 7023.115228) 1002.285034File No. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE THE FOLLOWING LEGALLY DESCRIBED

TRUST PROPERTY TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S SALE. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned Successor Trustee will, on May 27, 2016 at the hour of 11:00 AM, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, the interest in the following described real property which the Grantor has or had power to convey at the time of execution by him of the said Deed of Trust, together with any interest which the Grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said Deed of Trust, to satisfy the obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including reasonable charges by the Successor Trustee, at the following place: Missoula County Courthouse, on the front steps of the Missoula County Courthouse, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802 John A. “Joe” Solseng, a member of the Montana state bar, of Robinson Tait, P.S. is the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust in which SARA LERBACK, as joint tenants with rights of survivorship and ANTHONY LERBACK, as joint tenants with rights of survivorship as Grantor, conveyed said real property to WESTERN TITLE & ESCROW as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., SOLELY AS NOMINEE

FOR MOUNTAIN WEST BANK, N.A., Beneficiary of the security instrument, said Deed of Trust which is dated July 7, 2008 and was recorded on July 7, 2008 as Instrument No. 200815878 Book 822 of Micro Records at Page 658 and re-recorded July 11, 2008 in Book 822 of Micro Records at Page 984, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Missoula County, Montana.

The Deed of Trust encumbers real property (“Property”) located at 2045 CHICKADEE DRIVE, MISSOULA, MT 59808 and being more fully described as follows: LOT 9, BLOCK 4, EL MAR ESTATES PHASE 3, A PLATTED SUBDIVISION OF MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. The beneficial interest under said Deed of Trust and the obligations secured thereby are presently held by Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC. The Beneficiary has declared the Grantor in default of the terms of the Deed of Trust and the Promissory Note (“Note”) secured by said Deed of Trust due to Grantor’s failure to timely 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. The default for which foreclosure is made is grantors’ failure to pay when due the following sums:

monthly payments totaling $59,636.46 beginning March 1, 2012; plus recoverable corporate advances of $1,719.00; less a suspense balance of $847.04; plus other fees and costs in the amount of $360.00; together with title expense, costs, trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees incurred herein by reason of said default; any further sums advanced by the beneficiary for the protection of the above described real property and its interest therein; and prepayment penalties/premiums, if applicable. By reason of said default, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said trust deed immediately due and payable, said sums being the following, to wit: $163,792.95 with interest thereon at the rate of 6.375 percent per annum beginning February 1, 2012; plus escrow balance of $8,599.09; less a suspense balance of $847.04; plus corporate advances of $360.00; plus expense advances of $1,719.00; together with title expense, costs, trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees incurred herein by reason of said default; any further sums advanced by the beneficiary for the protection of the above described property and its interest therein; and prepayment penalties/premiums, if applicable. Due to the defaults stated above, the Beneficiary has elected and has directed the Trustee to sell the above-de-

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PUBLIC NOTICES following described real property situated in Missoula County, Montana: LOT 10, BLOCK 6, WAPIKIYA ADDITION #3, CITY OF MISSOULA, MONTANA, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT AND SURVEY THEREOF NOW ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER OF MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA DOROTHY E DORVILLE, as Grantor, conveyed said real property to Charles J. Peterson, Attorney at Law, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to (“MERS�)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as a nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust on July 26, 2007, and recorded on August 9, 2007 as Book 803 Page 507 under Document No. 200720642. The beneficial interest is currently held by Federal National Mortgage Association (“Fannie Mae�).

First American Title Company of Montana, Inc., is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Mis-

soula 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 $923.30, beginning July 1, 2015, 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 November 3, 2015 is $146,900.08 principal, interest at the rate of 4.87500% totaling $3,023.14, late charges in the amount of $69.77, Negative escrow advances of $373.31, and other fees and expenses advanced of $67.00, plus accruing interest, 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

MNAXLP 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, including warranty of Title, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis, without limitation, the sale is being made subject to all existing conditions, if any, of lead paint, mold or other environmental or health hazards. 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: December 4, 2015 /s/Dalia Martinez Assistant Secretary, First American Title Company of Montana, Inc. Successor Trustee Title Financial Specialty Services PO Box 339 Blackfoot ID 83221 STATE OF Idaho )) ss.

County of Bingham) On this 4 day of December, 2015, be-

fore me, a notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Dalia Martinez, know to me to be the Assistant Secretary of First American Title Company of Montana, Inc., 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. /s/ Shannon Gavin Notary Public Bingham County, Idaho Commission expires: 01/19/2018 Seterus vs DORVILLE 100560 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S SALE on May 5, 2016, at 11:00 AM 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: THE EAST 65 FEET OF LOT 11 AND THAT PART OF LOT 12, BLOCK 2, WAPIKIYA ADDITION NO. 2, A PLATTED SUBDIVISION IN THE CITY OF MISSOULA, MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA, ACCORDING

TO THE OFFICIAL RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 12, BLOCK 2, WAPIKIYA ADDITION NO. 2; THENCE, SOUTH ALONG THE LOT LINE COMMON TO LOTS 11 AND 12, BLOCK 2 WAPIKIYA ADDITION NO. 2, A DISTANCE OF

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Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS), as nominee for GMAC Mortgage Corporation, its successors and/or assigns., as Beneficiary,

by Deed of Trust on December 17, 2004, and recorded on December 17, 2004 as Book 745 Page 204 Document No. 200435087. The beneficial interest is currently held by Ditech Financial LLC FKA Green Tree Servicing LLC. First American Title Company

MNAXLP of Montana, Inc., 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 $1,044.54, beginning June 1, 2015, 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 November 5, 2015 is $102,651.33 principal, interest at the rate of 5.50000% totaling $2,923.45, late charges in the amount of $315.76, plus accruing interest, 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.

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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).

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RUDY•Rudy is a 5-year-old male black cat. He is a true heavyweight champion at the shelter, weighing in at 20 lbs. Rudy comes across as a big, lazy couch potato, but all he wants in life is to find the most comfy place to snuggle. Despite his size, he gets around quite well. Rudy is the type of cat that will pick his person. If he picks you, there is not a single thing you can't do with this cat.

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ZOEY• Zoey's life changed dramatically when her family moved overseas. While a little reluctant to adapt to her new surroundings, Zoey is feeling better about shelter life. She still can’t wait to for that perfect person to come and adopt her, though. Zoey has a great personality profile, has lived with a dog and children, and enjoys laser pointers and snuggling in a warm blanket.

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REAL ESTATE 1 bedroom, 1 bath, $695 Southside, newer 4-Plex, wood laminate flooring, W/D hookups W/S/G paid. NO PETS, NO SMOKING. Gatewest 728-7333

A/C, coin op laundry, balcony, off street parking, W/S/G paid.

NO PETS, NO SMOKING. Gatewest 728-7333

1-2 bedroom, 1 bath, $635$750, near Good Food Store, DW, coin-op laundry, off-street parking, HEAT PAID. NO PETS, NO SMOKING. Gatewest 7287333

MOBILE HOMES

108 W. Broadway #2. Studio/1 bath, completely remodeled, DW, W/D, urban chic design in downtown Missoula. $1100 Grizzly Property Management 542-2060 1213 Cleveland St. “E”. 1 bed/1 bath, central location, heat paid, shared W/D $650. Grizzly Property Management 5422060 1324 S. 2nd Street West “C”. 3 bed/2 bath, central location, W/D, DW, single garage. $1050. Grizzly Property Management 542-2060 2 bed, 1 bath, $650, N. Russell, coin-op laundry, storage and offstreet parking, HEAT PAID. NO PETS, NO SMOKING. Gatewest 728-7333

Lolo RV Park. Spaces available to rent. W/S/G/Electric included. $460/month.

406-273-6034 Lolo, nice park. Lot for single wide 16x80. Water, sewer and garbage paid.

No dogs. $280/mo. 406-273-6034

DUPLEXES 1914 S. 14th St. West “B”. Studio/1 bath, newer unit, double garage, W/D, A/C $675. Grizzly Property Management 5422060 1920 S. 14th St. West “C”. Studio/1 bath, central location, double garage, W/D, A/C $675. Grizzly Property Management 542-2060

321 W. Spruce St. #2. 2 bed/1 bath, recently remodeled upper unit, near downtown with deck overlooking the back yard. $1000. Grizzly Property Management 542-2060 524 S. 5th St. E. “B”. 2 bed/1 bath, 2 blocks to U, W/D, all utilities included. $1000 Grizzly Property Management 5422060

HOUSES

OUT OF TOWN 6415 Mormon Creek Rd. Studio/1 bath, Lolo, all utilities paid. $500. Grizzly Property Management 542-2060

FIDELITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. 7000 Uncle Robert Ln #7

251-4707

1 bedroom, 1 bath House, $695, near Higgins & South, private yard area/parking in alley. S/G paid. NO PETS, NO SMOKING. Gatewest 728-7333

107 N. Johnson 1 Bed Apt. $625/month

2 bedroom, 2 bath, $825, Broadway & Russell area, D/W, A/C, coin op laundry, balcony, off street parking, W/S/G paid.

NO PETS, NO SMOKING. Gatewest 728-7333

111 N. Johnson # 2 2 Bed Duplex $695/month Uncle Robert Lane 2 Bed Apt. $760/month

Professional Property Management. Find Yourself at Home in the Missoula Rental Market with PPM. 1511 S Russell • (406) 721-8990 • www.professionalproperty.com

fidelityproperty.com

2306 Hillview Ct. #3. 2 bed/1 bath, South Hills, W/D hookups, storage. $650. Grizzly Property Management 5422060 425 Crosby: 1 Bedroom, 2nd floor, on-site laundry, central, cat OK $685. Garden City Property Management 549-6106

No Initial Application Fee Residential Rentals Professional Office & Retail Leasing Since 1971

509 S. 5th Street East #1. 1 bed/1 bath, 3 blocks from University, coin-ops, off-street parking, all utilities included $750.

Grizzly Property Management 542-2060

www.gatewestrentals.com

Studio-1-2 bed, 1 bath, $650$850, S. Russell area, D/W,

GardenCity Property Management 422 Madison • 549-6106 For available rentals: www.gcpm-mt.com

Grizzly Property Management, Inc. "Let us tend your den" Since 1995, where tenants and landlords call home.

2205 South Avenue West 542-2060• grizzlypm.com

Finalist

Finalist

MHA Management manages 7 properties throughout Missoula.

Earn CE credits through our Continuing Education Courses for Property Management & Real Estate Licensees westernmontana.narpm.org

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All properties are part of the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program.

The Missoula Housing Authority complies with the Fair Housing Act and offers Reasonable Accommodations to persons with Disabilities.

1235 34th St. • Missoula (406) 549-4113 missoulahousing.org

HOMES FOR SALE 1509 West Sussex. 2 bed, 1 bath with carport. $145,000.

Rochelle Glasgow, Ink Realty Group 728-8270. glasgow@montana.com 2 Bdr, 1 Bath, North Missoula home. $165,000. BHHSMT Properties. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com

2 Kasota. 4 bed, 2 bath with updated kitchen, finished basement & single attached garage. $250,000. Shannon Hilliard, Ink Realty Group 239-8350. shannonhilliard5@gmail.com 2004 Silver Tips Cluster. 5 bed on 1/2 acre in Circle H Ranch gated community. $675,000.

Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 546-5816 annierealtor@gmail.com 3 Bdr, 1 Bath, Downtown Missoula home. $265,000. BHHS Montana Properties. For more

REAL ESTATE info call Mindy Palmer @ 2396696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com 360 Stone Street. 5 bed, 4 bath ranch style on 3 acres. Additional 2.52 and 6.49 acre parcels also available. Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 546-5816. annierealtor@ gmail.com 4 Bdr, 3 Bath, South Hills home. $350,000. BHHSMT Properties.

For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com Are your housing needs changing? We can help you explore your options. Clark Fork Realty. 512 E. Broadway. (406) 728-2621. www.clarkforkrealty.com Close To Good Food Store 1824 S 9th St W. Centrally located home with character and charm, close to Good food Store, bike trails and a quick jaunt to downtown. $219,900. KD 406-2405227 porticorealestate.com Fidelity Management Services, Inc. • 7000 Uncle Robert Lane #7, Missoula • 406-251-4707.

Visit our website at fidelityproperty.com. Serving Missoula area residential properties since 1981.

Lewis & Clark Neighborhood 631 Pattee Creek, Beautiful Lewis and Clark home

close to the University, bike trails and Downtown. Over 3300 sq ft of living space-so much house for the price! $299,500 KD 2405227 porticorealestate.com Natural Housebuilders, Inc. Building comfortable energy efficient craftsman homes with radiant floor heat. 406369-0940 OR 406-6426863. Facebook/Natural House builders,inc. Solar Active House. www.faswall.com. www.naturalhousebuilder.net We’re not only here to sell real estate, we’re your full service senior home specialists. Clark Fork Realty. 512 E. Broadway.

(406) 7282621. www.clarkforkrealty.com

CONDOS/ TOWNHOMES

Uptown Flats #210. 1 bed, 1 bath modern condo on Missoula’s Northside. $154,000.

Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 546-5816. annierealtor@gmail.com

4.6 acre building lot in the woods with views and privacy.

Lolo, Mormon Creek Rd. $99,000. BHHS Montana Properties. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com

Uptown Flats #301. Large 1 bed, 1 bath plus bonus room with all the amenities. $210,000. Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 546.5816. annierealtor@ gmail.com

NHN Old Freight Road, St. Ignatius. 40.69 acres with 2 creeks & Mission Mountain views. $199,900. Shannon Hilliard, Ink Realty Group 239-8350. shannonhilliard5 @gmail.com

LAND FOR SALE

NHN Old Freight Road, St. Ignatius. Approximately 11 acre building lot with Mission Mountain views. $86,900. Shannon Hilliard, Ink Realty Group 2398350. shannonhilliard5@ gmail.com

2003 Lil Diamond Cluster. Beautiful .58 acre lot in Circle H Ranch gated community. $94,900. Rochelle Glasgow, Ink Realty Group. 728-8270 glasgow@montana.com

Old Indian Trail. Ask Anne about exciting UNZONED parcels near

Grant Creek. Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 546-5816. annierealtor@gmail.com

Hilliard, Ink Realty Group. 2398350 shannonhilliard5 @gmail.com 178

Huckleberry,

Florence.

High-end 4 bed, 2.5 bath on 2.59 acres near Bitterroot River. $419,000. Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 546.5816. annierealtor@gmail.com

COMMERCIAL 3338 Hollis Street 3106 West Broadway. 20,000 sq.ft. lot with 6568 sq.ft. building with office, retail & warehouse space. Zoned M1-2. $810,000.

Pat McCormick, Properties 2000.

240-7653 pat@properties 2000.com

BACK ON THE MARKET!

$310,00 MLS# 20153915 Lewis & Clark rancher offers convenience & space with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & functional floor plan.

OUT OF TOWN 1476 Eastside Highway, Corvallis. Lovely 3 bed, 2 bath with barn & greenhouse on 7 fenced acres. $389,900. Shannon

2 Bdr, 1 Bath, Tina Ave Condo. $139,000. BHHSMT Properties.

For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com Burns Street Condo 1400 Burns #16 Located next to Burns Street Bistro, this is a beautiful space to call home. With over 1200 sq ft this home lets you spread out and relax. $158,000 KD 240-5227 or Sarah 370-3995 porticorealestate.com

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REAL ESTATE

Open House March 13 1:00-3:00

2523 Rattlesnake $425,000

3 Bdr, 2 Bath, Stevensville home. $190,000. BHHSMT Properties.

For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com

For location and more info, view these and other properties at:

www.rochelleglasgow.com

Rochelle Glasgow Cell:(406) 544-7507 • glasgow@montana.com

$62,000 Come see this well-maintained manufactured home in a 55+ community.

Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, large rooms with walk-in closets & 2 bathrooms. Outside is a nice deck, double carport & storage shed. Lot rent is $350 per month in Katoonah Lodges.

3 Bdr, 2 Bath, Stevensville home. $200,000. BHHSMT Properties.

For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or www.mindypalmer.com 3 Bdr, 2.5 Bath, Frenchtown home. $350,000. BHHSMT Properties. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com

Charming 1930's 2 story bungalow. 3 beds, 2 baths. Large country kitchen with island & cork flooring. Wood floors, coved ceiling, fireplace & screened-in back porch.

MLS #20161256

6025 PEKLEY DR.

4 Bdr, 2 Bath, Florence home on 4.85 acres. $285,000. BHHSMT Properties. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com Six Mile Huson 17430 Six Mile Road, Huson. Stunning property with beautiful land and views. 3 bed, 1.5 bath early 1900’s well maintained farmhouse.

Yard features a massive raspberry patch and many fruit trees! $235,000. KD 240-5227 porticorealestate.com

MORTGAGE & FINANCIAL EQUITY LOANS ON NONOWNER OCCUPIED MONTANA REAL ESTATE. We also buy Notes & Mortgages. Call Creative Finance & Investments @ 406-721-1444 or visit www.creative-finance.com

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FOR SALE • $810,000 Building & Land Only 6568 sf Building / 20,000 sf land Offices and Warehouse

Pat McCormick Real Estate Broker Real Estate With Real Experience

pat@properties2000.com 406-240-SOLD (7653)

Properties2000.com

Matt Rosbarsky 360-9023 512 E. Broadway