Caffe Dolce has closed for regular services due to pandemic & staffing related issues.

NomtanaLaci RathbunOctober 5, 2021missoula, covid, newz, coffee shop, cafe, closed, bakery, news, staffingComment

Learning with Meaning Moves Into Former Library

Learning With Meaning, INC has found a temporary home at the old Missoula Public Library. LWM is Missoula’s only accredited homeschool co-op and now it has a new home.

Family Fun, In & Around TownTiffany WilliamsSeptember 30, 2021LWM, learning with meaning, homeschool, homeschool co-op, makerspace, missoula, library, Missoula Public Library

Scheels is Opening: Here’s Your Chance to Preview it Early

Scheels, the world’s largest all-sports retailer, is opening in Missoula on Saturday, but you have the chance to check it out early.

In & Around TownTiffany WilliamsSeptember 28, 2021scheels, grand openig, opening, mall, southgate mall, sneek peek, missoula, secret shoppingComment

How to Say Goodbye: Helping your family through the loss of a pet

Lifestyle, InspirationTiffany WilliamsSeptember 8, 2021pet, vet, veterinarian, Pryun, vet clinic, dog, cat, missoula

Cool Gear for the School Year

Getting your child some cool school gear can help make them look forward to the return of in-person classes. It doesn’t have to be anything expensive. With a little creativity, you can pick some cool but affordable school gear that your kids will surely love.

Education406 Families: Guest ContributorAugust 16, 2021back to school, school, MCPS, school year, school gear, shopping, missoula shopping, missoula, foomoo, foo-moo, education

Missoula's New Marshall Mountain Recreation Area

Beginning tomorrow, August 12, 2021, the community will be able to access and enjoy 160 acres of open space at the former Marshall Mountain Ski Area (5250 Marshall Canyon Drive)!

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Screen Time Strategies for Older Kids

In this continuation of the discussion about screen time strategies in the summer, we are talking about engaging with older children while they use screens.

Family Fun, Inspiration, Lifestyle, Parents, Things to do at home406 Families: Guest ContributorAugust 10, 2021summer, screen time, screen, missoula, montana, families, tv, tv time

Summer Screen Time Strategies for Engaging with Younger Children

It’s August, the final rush before school, the last lazy, hot, dog days of summer. If your family is anything like ours, you might be watching more TV than normal due to the heat and the smoke. Here’s some tips to be intentional about screen time with younger children.

4 New Food Booths to Find at The Fair

There will be new faces at the fair this year as the food options have expanded! Here’s some of the booth’s and food trucks we are excited to try.

In & Around Town, Family Fun, NomtanaLaci RathbunAugust 3, 2021missoula fair, fair food, western montana fair, lemondairy, dole whip, missoula, arabian food, food trucks, food boothsComment

Free Screening of Powerful Documentary, Jacinta coming to Missoula.

The community is invited to a FREE film screening. A deeply intimate portrait of mothers and daughters and the effects of trauma, JACINTA follows a young woman in and out of prison as she attempts to break free from an inherited cycle of addiction, incarceration and crime.

In & Around Town, ParentsLaci RathbunAugust 2, 2021documentary, jacinta, generational trauma, child abuse prevention, resources, the parenting place, missoula, parent helpComment

Got a Need for Speed? Tickets on Sale Now for ‘Lords of Dirt’

Flat track motorcycle racing and a motocross show are joining the lineup at this year’s fair!

Family Fun, In & Around TownLaci RathbunJuly 30, 2021western montana fair, lords of dirt, motocross, missoula, flat track, motorsports, race, fairComment

Great Ways to Support Local Farmers: CSAs Explained

While farmer’s markets are excellent ways to buy local, CSAs help you develop an even deeper connection with those who grow your food.

In & Around Town, LifestyleTiffany WilliamsJuly 17, 2021CSA, shop local, local produce, farmers market, farmer, farm share, community, community aggriculture, aggriculture, summer, spring, food, recipes, missoula, missoula food

New Bridge Includes a Cool Feature for Bikes

So many times we see people lugging their bikes up and down the big staircase near Caras park, but did you know there’s an easier way?

In & Around TownLaci RathbunJuly 6, 2021bike, bicycle, ramp, higgins, bridge, bear track bridge, missoula, wilma, caras, downtownComment

Centerfield Cinema

Centerfield Cinema is back! The Missoula Paddleheads, Missoula’s semi-pro baseball team, and The Roxy Theater teamed up earlier this year to bring an exciting new experience to Missoula—outdoor cinema at the baseball park!

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Follow These Dads!

From dad jokes to DIY advice, these dads are dishing up the best on social media.

Family Fun, ParentsCharity StubbJune 20, 2021funny dad, fathers day, missoula, instagramComment

Southgate Mall Is Bringing Fireworks Back!

Mall fireworks are back and we couldn’t be more excited!

In & Around TownTiffany WilliamsJune 19, 2021missoula, southgate mall, fireworks, fourth of july, fourth, usa, uited states, united states

Making a Splash with Toddlers Around Missoula

We live in an area that is packed with toddler-sized adventures closer to home—here’s some fun and safe ways to enjoy the water this summer!

Family Fun, In & Around Town406 Families: Guest ContributorJune 7, 2021summer, toddler, water, splash decks, splash pad, water park, river, water safety, missoulaComment

New Food Trucks To Try This Summer

New food trucks and booths that you HAVE to try around Missoula!

In & Around Town, NomtanaLaci RathbunJune 4, 2021food trucks, ice cream, shaved ice, sno cones, aikos, bubble tea, boba, missoula, pearl boba, thirst tea, dreamy’s soft serve, missoula food truck locator, miss zoola's, pockets missoula, wishboneComment

Downsizing Tips: How To Help A Senior Loved One Make A Smooth Move

Helping an older loved one transition to a new stage of life? Read this first.

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Missoula's Art Offerings

We’re looking forward to the days when every downtown business transforms into an art exhibit during First Fridays. When Caras Park is hopping with live music and crowds buzzing during festivals. But even without those things, Missoula is rife with cultural offerings and a great place to raise kids who appreciate the finer things.

Things to do at home, Move to Missoula, Lifestyle, In & Around TownTiffany WilliamsMay 24, 2021missoula, missoula art, montana art, missoula culture, culture, dana gallery, zacc, Zootown ArtsComment