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FEBRUARY 2017 PUBLISHER

ello, and welcome to the premiere issue of Billings Lifestyle, where we’re inspired by community, and hope this magazine inspires you, too!

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We’re thrilled to be your source for all things local here in Billings. As you flip through these pages, you’ll be drawn into the incredible stories behind the people and places that call Billings home. From the carefully crafted food being served up at local restaurants like Lilac, Local Kitchen & Bar, and The Fieldhouse, to the beautiful home remodels happening in Forest Park, Yellowstone Country Club and Gregory Hills; from start-ups and successful businesses such as Bottega Clothing, Kibler and Kirch, and Simply Wine, to local artists, designers and fashionistas and their inspired creations—Billings Lifestyle serves as a guide not only to the people of the community but of the businesses and services sustaining it.

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Around Town

Open House

Local Limelight

Locally Owned

Culinary Creations

Lifestyle Calendar

Parting Thoughts

16 Reignited By Retirement

Jeff Carroll Continues To Inspire Excellence

18 A Local Hot Spot: Last Chance

A Local Restaurant

22 Bumps And Bundles

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Main Room and Kitchen

redwood stained to a deep charcoal gray. With sheer strength evident even before an onlooker first steps inside, this place’s entry consists of an eight-foot Iron Trellis. The fortress’ main entrance is stamped with an 800-lb front door, offset by a glass inset. The door itself was said to have taken four men to install, pointing to the determination behind Leffler’s vision. With a swing of the thick door, the house opens up into a wide, free main living space. A high box beam ceiling lofts throughout the house joined with custom iron brackets. The ceiling is heavy timbered and powerful. An elegantly finished floating kitchen island compliments the space’s power with an artful touch. The kitchen CONTINUED >

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countertops display smooth Aspen Granite Quartz, which rolls into

of the main room, the basement

modern, chrome-finished sinks. Despite the main room’s vast visual

allows the possibility for children

space, it contains a special intimacy, featuring surround sound speak-

to play while adults entertain. This

ers that run throughout the room and hold an opportunity to harness

area too is fully equipped with sur-

the attention and affection of guests or family.

round sound, but what marks the

Warmth is echoed even with an exit out the main room’s door into

area’s distinctiveness is a custom-

the open air of the back porch. Straight away, onlookers can enjoy

ized wet bar. The bar is sunk in a

views of both Billings’ Rimrocks and cascading mountains at eye

stylish, cave-like cutout, featuring

level to the immediate right. A dropped deck is featured immediately

floating iron shelves, sturdy verti-

below the main level porch, leaving ample chance for barbecuing or

cal beams and a stone archway.

the addition of a Jacuzzi.

Overall,

Back inside, comfort and space continue in the master suite bed-

and

Leffler’s

balance

boldness apparent

room. Featuring spacious his and hers closets, the bedroom hosts

throughout this five-bedroom,

stained alder cabinets. The modern tones of Leffler’s design are

four bath home. The end result

obvious as it leads into a master bathroom with chrome sinks, a tiled

is an unflinching home with a

shower with double shower heads, and a Jacuzzi-style drop-in tub.

pleasantly unique feel that is

Throughout the homes’ bedrooms and baths, this same balance of

equipped with the versatility to

custom-craftsmanship, rustic feel, and modern design radiates.

fit a range of homeowners.

These blended themes continue throughout the house with contempo-

“We love the house,” said Albin. “It has room

rary, hanging light fixtures speaking to the house’s modern atheistic. Doors

for office work and entertaining, but it’s also a

between rooms consist of carefully finished wood, designed to give off the

great space for a family.”

rustic feel of a mountain home. Even still, Medieval themes meet modern

The asking price for Mac Leffler’s designer home,

aesthetics through features like the main room’s fireplace, which is lined

located at 3139 Harrier Lane, is $589,900. Those

with natural stone but also is gas powered.

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reignited by retirement JEFF CARROLL CONTINUES TO INSPIRE EXCELLENCE ARTICLE MCCOY WORTHINGTON | PHOTOGRAPHY KRISTIN JEAN

ears ago, a local athlete gathered the

more state championships than any other high

neighborhood youth in a schoolyard hud-

school volleyball program in Montana. Still,

dle. The hometown hero gave playing advice

throughout all of the accolades, his personal

to a group of admirers. Listening with wide

goals have always been rooted in something

eyes was a young Jeff Carroll, but he wasn’t

much deeper than wins, losses and awards.

just listening to the words of the local athlete;

“I didn’t judge my success by champi-

He was watching, absorbing his techniques

onships or wins as much as by whether

and passion like a thirsting sponge. The seeds

coaches will recruit my players,” says Carroll.

of coaching took root within Carroll and later

In fact, Carroll says his most fulfilling

blossomed into one of the most successful

accomplishments are linked to the doors he’s

coaches in the history of Montana high school

helped open in his players’ lives. With 80 of his

volleyball. Now, just a few months since

players going on to play collegiate volleyball,

announcing his retirement from teaching and

Carroll estimates that his student-athletes

coaching, Carroll is cultivating a new career,

have gone on to accrue upwards of $4.25

through Coach Jeff Carroll’s Consulting, that

million in scholarship money. These are the

draws from his experience, passions and that

types of accomplishments Carroll relishes:

first day in the schoolyard.

character growth, sparked ambition and

“(My influences) inspired that competition

realized potential. Still, anyone who thinks his

that lies deep inside all of us,” Carroll recalls.

recent exit from formal coaching will change

“For me, it was wanting to better myself so

these priorities hasn’t spoken to Carroll.

that I could better other people.”

“I don’t want to retire; I want to ‘re-Fire,'”

To say this passion has yielded success for

he explains. “I feel like I’m starting my coach-

Carroll within the sporting arena would be a

ing career over again…Now, it’s like I’m

vast understatement. In the last 34 years as a

coaching to coach. “

coach at Billings Senior, he has been named

Carroll has now transitioned into a new role,

Montana High School Volleyball Coach of the

tapping into his passion to bring out greatness

Year on 12 separate occasions. Amongst a list

in others through his new company, Coach

of coaching honors, he has led his teams to

Jeff Carroll’s Consulting.

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Although his announcement to retire from formal coaching has been fairly recent, preparation for his new leadership company began long ago. After attending a Global Leadership Summit in 2003, Carroll says he caught the “leadership bug.” Soon after, he started developing leadership courses at Billings Senior High, where his love for building leaders was affirmed. Last year, he received executive coaching credentials through the Townsend Institute, all-the-while focusing on his own personal growth. “What I look forward to,” Carroll explains, “is becoming more of the man that Proverbs 20:5 says: ’The purposes of a man’s heart are deep waters, but a man of understanding draws them out.' I want to become a better man of understanding.” Carroll will offer leadership appointments through his website, CoachJeffCarroll.com, and will provide leadership guidance to a range of clients in both individual and group sessions. Still, if you ask Carroll about his ideal client, he won’t hesitate to give an astute description: “They’re humble, they’re hungry, they’re smart…that’s the ideal client.” Fittingly, this is an apt description for a familiar young character, one who once sat in the schoolyard observing with wide, observant eyes fixed on his hometown hero.

“(My influences) inspired that competition that lies deep inside all of us,” Carroll recalls. “For me, it was wanting to better myself so that I could better other people.”

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LAST CHANCE (CON TI N U ED)

traditional European fare along with fresh ideas daily creating a menu that is always exciting and interesting to the local gastronome. The menu is updated with different dishes quite frequently. Alongside some things that have fast become staples on his menu, Jason includes items that are limited-time-only, which will change with the availability of ingredients or the whimsy of the Chef. With the location of the Pub being Downtown Billings, accommodating the people who work in the area was a consideration of the Chef and Tanner in planning right from the beginning. Everything on the menu is available in a timely fashion which serves to cater to those with limited lunch time. Continuity of an inviting atmosphere, exciting menu items to choose from and the importance of consistently great service are goals of the staff and management. Red Lodge Ales' year round brews will be consistently available on tap at the pub as well as two rotating local draft beers. Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily; Last Chance has private rooms available and a community table in the main seating area for those who would choose to mingle. The idea of the community table seems to be the soul of the place itself, encouraging community and the spirit of the traditional pub. Tanner Vinecke 20

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in Billings, Bozeman or Red Lodge. This artfully decorated store has

and includes a place to play while adults browse the racks.

gifts for kids up to age eight including but not limited to select jewelry, uniquely themed candles, bags, stuffed animals and toys from $20

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his is definitely the easiest and best way to make rich-tasting butternut squash soup, without having to peel and dice a large,

awkwardly shaped vegetable. You start by cutting the squash in half lengthwise and roasting it in a hot oven. Scrape the roasted flesh from the skin, and simmer it with sautéed yellow onion, fresh sage, and a tart Granny Smith apple. When everything’s soft and the flavors have melded, purée it all in the blender. Finally, enrich the soup with a bit of heavy cream.

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1. Heat the oven to 425°F and arrange a rack in the middle. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the squash pieces cut-side up on the baking sheet. Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter and brush all of it over the tops and insides of the squash halves (alternatively, you can rub it on evenly with your fingers). Season generously with salt and pepper. Roast until knife tender, 50 minutes to 1 hour. 2. Meanwhile, peel, core, and cut the apple into medium dice. Cut the onion into medium dice. Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the apple, onion, and sage, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened,

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup • 4 pounds whole butternut squash (about 2 medium),

3. When the squash is ready, set the baking sheet on a wire rack until the squash is cool enough to handle. Using a large spoon, scoop the flesh into the saucepan with the sautéed apples and onions; discard the skins. 4. Add the broth, water, and measured salt and pepper, stir to combine, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

halved lengthwise and seeds removed

Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer, stirring occa-

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/4 stick)

sionally and breaking up any large pieces of squash, until

• 1 medium Granny Smith apple (about 8 ounces)

the flavors meld, about 15 minutes. Remove the pan from

• 1/2 medium yellow onion

the heat and stir in the cream.

• 8 fresh sage leaves

about 7 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and set aside.

5. Using a blender, purée the soup in batches until

• 2 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth

smooth, removing the small cap (the pour lid) from the

• 2 1/2 cups water

blender lid and covering the space with a kitchen towel

• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed

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• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more as needed

from popping off ). Alternatively, use an immersion blender.

• 1/3 cup heavy cream

Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve

• 1/2 cup toasted pumpkin seeds, for garnish (optional)

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JAM AT THE YAM YELLOWSTONE ART MUSEUM Start your ArtWalk by heading to our local art museum on Friday after work and soaking in live music while scoping out current exhibitions. Admission is free for everyone from 4-9 p.m. during the ArtWalk. Jam at the YAM features live music provided by local

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FEBRUARY 4 TASTE OF BILLINGS - DECADENT BILLINGS Saturday is Billings' most luxurious Black-Tie event of the year, featuring a 7-course plated tasting dinner by the most celebrated chefs in the city of Billings, perfectly paired with wines, all accompanied by the sounds of the Magic City Big Band. This gorgeous spectacle is the must-see event of the year! Tickets available at BillingsDepot.org.

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BILLINGS SYMPHONY PRESENTS NORTHERN LIGHTS ALBERTA BAIR THEATER The Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale presents Northern Lights, a beautiful dedication to the violin. Simone Porter is an up and

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coming international violinist. In Billings, she will be playing Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto. AlbertaBairTheater.org.

FEBRUARY 10 - 11 ALL CLASS WRESTLING TOURNAMENT RIMROCK AUTO ARENA Come check out the largest wrestling event in Montana. The All Class Wrestling Tournament showcases the best wrestling athletes in classes AA, A and B-C from across the state. The action takes place on twelve mats throughout the arena. MetraPark.com.

FEBRUARY 16 - 17 MATE SHOW METRAPARK EXPO CENTER MATE, The LARGEST Agricultural Trade Show in Montana. MetraPark.com.

FEBRUARY 18 NO LIMITS MONSTER TRUCKS RIMROCK AUTO ARENA Get ready for some exciting monster truck action! Featuring the popular trucks Ghost Ryder, Girl Power & Illuminator. Prior to the evening events, there will be a free pit party for all VIP ticket Holders. All VIP spectators will be allowed to go down on the floor and meet the drivers and see the trucks up close. MetraPark.com.

FEBRUARY 22 - 25 SUPER A DIVISIONAL BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT RIMROCK AUTO ARENA See all the top teams from Montana Class A schools go head-to-head in the hopes of making it to the State Tournament. MetraPark.com

FEBRUARY 24 BILLINGS BULLS HOCKEY CENTENNIAL ICE ARENA Cheer on our hometown Billings Bulls as they take on the Great Falls Americans at the Centennial Ice Arena. Enjoy the fast-paced action with your family and friends. Go Bulls! BillingsBulls.com. February 2017 | Billings Lifestyle

Parting Thoughts

ON THE DESK OF

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