The 31st annual Saturday Live is moving indoors this weekend due to the inclement weather forecasted. Help spread the word!
The Yellowstone Art Museum is accepting applications for its Artist-in-Residence program through Monday, October 9, 2023.
Living a full life and living a busy life are two very different paths. Remember that you are in control of where you apply your energy and where you give your time. It’s you versus busy, and you’ve g...
In this issue, we’re shining a light on grandparents, traditions, and aging well. There are numerous resources to connect the generations, preserve memories, and stay healthy and active as we age. Enj...
Pretty Shield (1856-1944), a Crow Medicine Woman, didn’t set out to make such a big name for herself, as Crow historian Mardell Plainfeather shares. “She merely did her job as a [mother and] grandmoth...
Embrace Beauty at Any Age with Central Wellness! Janine Griffin, CEO of Central Wellness, believes that everyone deserves to feel and look their best, regardless of age. With a vision of empowering wo...
Gratitude in Action Prosper is a worthy recipient of the Hands of Hope award. GIA Prosper is a multi-faceted campaign dedicated to enhancing services to low-income individuals in recovery.
After 125 years, St. Vincent remains boldly connected to its heritage, with the keys to its success driven by its mission to improve the health of the people they serve.
Comedian George Burns once said, "You can’t help getting older, but you don’t have to get old.” Now read that again, only this time imagine Frank Sinatra is crooning Young at Heart in the background,...
The Billings Community & Senior Center is on a mission to promote independent and healthy lifestyles for seniors, helping them age gracefully in place. From fitness classes and card games to book club...
Kids begin experiencing peer pressure from an early age, but a local expert shares her experience with adolescents changing the trend. A growing respect for different value sets and boundaries means t...
Exciting Times Ahead for Billings! November's bringing a game-changing opportunity for our city. The Parks and Recreation bond aims to transform our community with enhanced recreational options, upgra...
As a kid growing up in the city, surrounded by concrete, exhaust fumes, and constant noise, going to Grandma's country house was so much more than a vacation.
Have you ever tried ‘sarmale’? Learn how to make stuffed grape leaves with ground pork, using a traditional Romanian recipe.
September is home to Grandparents Day, and we're here with a handful of great ideas to connect the generations by way of the kitchen!
It’s hard to believe, but all-white kitchens and baths are on their way out after years and years of dominating the design scene. The home of tomorrow is full of deep, rich colors that exude simplicit...
Get your tickets for the 2023 Parade of Homes happening September 16-17 & 23-24!
Fall is a wonderful time to switch up your home decor to reflect the changing weather. Here are 5 ways to turn your home into a fall haven you’ll enjoy long after the snow flies.
Nestled in the Rock Creek Valley on the south end of Roberts, West Bench Home Furnishings has been specializing in high-quality, handcrafted indoor and outdoor furniture since 2020. Offering hardwood...
The 6th annual MINT Film Festival, presented by MT Film Office, will showcase over 40 films from 8 countries. Festival dates are September 21 - 24, 2023, in Downtown Billings. This year's event featur...
The Big J Show Cares and the Education Foundation for Billings Public Schools joined forces to raise $77,451 to support literacy in local schools.
Although adults may not be quite so ready to throw caution to the wind and chase summer’s adventures with the abandon of kids, we can still find ways to soak in the longer days and balmy evenings, eve...
Billings Clinic seeks Level 1 Trauma Center Status, giving patients a chance to receive top-notch care closer to home.
Big Sky Bravery is dedicated to supporting active-duty Special Operations Forces personnel between deployments to help them survive the trauma that goes along with high-risk missions. Through weeklong...
Planning a trip? Don’t sleep on using a travel agent. HighDTravel is a local travel business dedicated to making your next vacation the most memorable one yet - and the best part is, their services ar...
Montanans are a loyal breed, interested in preserving the Montana way of life through supporting their local communities. They drink locally brewed beer. They share locally grown greens. Montana-made...
Erwin Garcia made a huge move this summer along with his family; his wife of 16 years and their two elementary-aged boys shifted from Houston to put down roots in Billings. Dr. Garcia took over offici...
Dear Teachers: This is us wishing you a school year filled with growth, grace, and learning. May your students be sparkling sponges of learning readiness, your administrators offer the support you nee...
Let’s talk about some ways to support the efforts of our young athletes. Even if they are not registered for a sport, these tips can help your enthusiastic biker, runner, skier, skateboarder, scooter-...
Like most things in the parenthood, adding technology into our kids' lives is not a one-and-done conversation. Parents give their kids devices that can access Pandora's box of material, which requires...
Eating What's in Season: A Celebration of Local Agriculture. Whether you’re a backyard gardener or a large-scale producer, August in Montana is a time of bountiful harvest. Our growing season might be...
If you’re looking for a few new recipes, we’ve got you covered. We kept them short and simple. With so much to enjoy outdoors this month, who wants to slave away in the kitchen on a hot summer day?
Curating your child's bedroom: From Nursery to "Big Kid."
Summers in Montana are never long enough but one Billings family intends to enjoy every element of the season and they are lucky enough to do so without ever leaving their own backyard. Check out what...
Mark your calendars with Alberta Bair Theater's exciting 2023-'24 season schedule!
Mark your calendars! NOVA's 2023-'24 Season Schedule: September-June.
Please note: DBA's 2023 Downtown Summer Sounds Concert on July 23 has been moved indoors due to soaring forecasted temperatures.
"Imagine what our real neighborhoods would be like if each of us offered, as a matter of course, just one kind word to another person." -Mr. Rogers
This issue is a small tribute to those whose Western roots run deep; generations of families work the land to benefit us all. Throughout the pages, you’ll enjoy stories of those passionate about agric...
The Last Best Place. We live here, and we know it. Montana is our own little slice of paradise, often hidden from the eyes of the rest of the world. Yellowstone has put a national spotlight on the lif...
Montague’s Silver at Paris Montana Mercantile adds a touch of sophistication to Billings’ Downtown.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness, or NAMI, is a lifeline for peers and their loved ones and a valuable resource for the community. NAMI’s local branch, NAMI Billings, offers education classes,...
Learn how to get a $1,000 grant for your non-profit or tax-exempt organization, courtesy of First Federal Bank’s Community Commitment program.
The sport of youth rodeo has consistently been enjoyed in our great state with no slowdown in sight. Although it requires an extensive commitment (from both two-legged and four-legged competitors), th...
4-H brings the head, heart, hands and health into focus for kids of all ages, reaching beyond farming and ranching to projects rooted in science, art, and more. Check out why families of all kinds are...
Nestled in the beauty of the in-between of Park City and Columbus, tucked off the main road, is a unique, little working ranch that began its operation in 1987. SLM recently had a chance to tour Speci...
Ideas for implementing the spirit of farm-to-table – not just in the way we eat out, but in the way we eat at home – creating a lifestyle that’s practical, sustainable, and… delicious.
There are many options for purchasing locally raised or crafted foods in and around Billings, especially in the summer! Here are some of my suggestions for sourcing ingredients for this recipe:
Covid changed the way we travel and the way we work, but it also changed the way we eat. When supply chains crumbled, consumers started to demand local products, and ag producers rose to the occasion....
Nestled amidst the awe-inspiring landscapes of Montana and the Western states, a design style has emerged that seamlessly blends the rugged charm of the mountains with contemporary elegance. Local des...
