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Summer Hours and Events

5/31/2017

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The Commons is gearing up for summer, and here's a preview: 

Summer Hours: 
Beginning June 1st, The Commons is shifting to summer hours.
  • Tuesday through Friday, 9am to 3pm
  • Saturday, 9am-12pm

Cinnamon Saturdays: 
Come down on June 10th, July 15th, and August 12th for "Cinnamon Saturday" and get delicious cinnamon rolls while enjoying conversation with others in our community!  Our usual menu of tea, coffee, and espresso drinks will also be available. 

Summer Exercise: 
The twice-weekly exercise class is on hiatus during the summer, but that group will be hiking together throughout the summer and invite you to join them. The first hike will be up the East Rosebud trail on June 14th. Meet at the Commons at 8am. 

Summer Reading: 
Children's story hour is also on summer break, but the Stillwater County Library is stepping in to fill the gap by bringing their summer reading program to Absarokee! Kids will build birdhouses, go on a town scavenger hunt, and help clean up an area of town. Click here to see all the info and print a registration form for your kids. 

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Oil Painting Demonstration: Thelma Senrud-Lukkes

5/9/2017

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Come watch an artist at work! Thelma Senrud-Lukkes will give an oil painting demonstration at the Commons on Tuesday, May 16th at 10am and 6pm.  This is a great opportunity for all ages to see the painting process, ask questions, and be inspired by Thelma's amazing ability and love for art.  Refreshments will be served and a door prize given. 

Thelma has been giving private painting lessons, teaching Adult Ed, and giving lectures and demos since 1983. She retired to Absarokee in 2011 and is working to establish the Absarokee Art Academy, which will make available in-depth study of oil painting and drawing. Her desire is to provide a rewarding experience for anyone in our community who is interested in art. 
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Local Artisans at The Commons

5/8/2017

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One of the ways MainStreet Commons supports the community is by providing a place for local artists and artisans to display and sell their beautiful creations. Our current featured artists include: 
  • Divine Designs of Montana - unique plasma-cut metal artwork. 
  • Sweet Briar Creations - a wide assortment of affordable jewelry made with copper, turquoise, and other beautiful materials. 
  • Jacqueline B. Designs - natural wreaths and floral arrangements made with local materials. 
  • From These Hands - featuring "fibersketches," which are hand-woven Montana landscapes using natural fibers. 
  • Bob's Knives & Leather - collectible knives and hand-crafted leather sheaths. 
  • Daryl Northup Pottery - stunning wheel-thrown pottery pieces that are oven proof, dishwasher safe, and microwave safe.
  • Rescued and Reborn - decor made with reclaimed items by the residents of Special K Ranch
  • And many more artists selling items such as scarves, soaps, wooden jewelry boxes, antler decor, photography, barnwood signs, vases, etc.
View a slideshow below and come to The Commons to support our local artists! 

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An Evening with Author Beth Judy

5/3/2017

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In conjunction with the Museum of the Beartooths, MainStreet Commons will host author Beth Judy for a reading and book signing on Wednesday, May 10th at 7pm. Ms. Judy's book Bold Women in Montana History features Absarokee native and artist Isabelle Johnson, as well as bronc-riding rodeo stars Marge and Alice Greenough from Red Lodge. 

Come out for a fascinating evening and learn a little Montana history from this accomplished author! Books will be available for purchase. 

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Make a Special Card for Mother's Day

5/2/2017

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Come to the Commons for a fun time of card crafting; the result is sure to "wow" your mom on Mother's Day! On Tuesday, May 9th at 10am Debbie Hougen will teach you how to make a beautiful pop-up flower card.  See the inside of the card in the video below. 

RSVPs encouraged - please use the contact form to let us know if you will attend.

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Build a Resume and Ace the Interview: Job Services Class

5/1/2017

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Whether you are a teen looking to land your first job, or an adult who is searching for new work, Billings Job Service is offering a free class at MainStreet Commons to help you toward your goal. Attend on Monday, May 8th for two back-to-back sessions: 

​1. Build a resume that will get you an interview |  3:45pm
This class is for you if you are...
  • Struggling with online applications
  • Applying for jobs, but can't get an interview
  • Unsure how to start crafting a resume
  • Highlighting things on your resume that you'd rather minimize

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Learn how to interview well | 4:15pm
This class is for you if you are...
  • Worrying about your upcoming interview
  • Getting interviews but not landing the job
  • Unsure how to best address difficult questions

RSVPs encouraged -- please use the contact form to let us know if you will attend! ​

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 Location: 19 S Woodard Avenue  
Phone:  406-328-4115
Hours:  9am -2pm  (Tues thru Fri)  Also some Saturdays and many evenings!
MainStreet Commons is a project of the Greater Absarokee Coalition, a non-profit 501(c)(3).