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AS NOVEMBER ROLLS AROUND, WE’RE ANXIOUSLY AWAITING THE APPROACH OF THANKSGIVING, THE HOLIDAY SEASON AND TIME SPENT WITH OUR LOVED ONES. The winding down of the year always brings about a time of reflection for us— remembering everything we’ve done or accomplished in months past; looking back on turkey disaster stories, mornings watching the Thanksgiving Day parade or afternoons spent curled up on the couch after one too many pieces of pie; thinking of the people, experiences and things we’ve been blessed with in the last year. As we press pause on the hustle and bustle of life putting together a monthly magazine, we’re able to look back on the past year and, most meaningfully, the stories from all of you that have made what we do possible. We also take this chance to think of those less fortunate and encourage you to take the opportunity this giving season to donate to local organizations or charities giving back locally. We hope that as you read this issue, you—like us—find inspiration in the lives and experiences of your neighbors and the connections that have been made. Happy Thanksgiving, Billings!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2018

FEATURES 10 Service to Others MasterLube Owner and Founder Bill Simmons Believes in Empowering Employees and Inspiring the Community

16 (Not) Home for the Holidays During the Season of Giving, Give Thanks to Our First Responders

24 Give by Number Your Donations Can Make a Huge Impact for Those in Need within Our Community

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34 Small Business Saturday Keeping Billings Local

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SERVICE TO OTHERS 10

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MASTERLUBE OWNER AND FOUNDER BILL SIMMONS BELIEVES IN EMPOWERING EMPLOYEES AND INSPIRING THE COMMUNITY

ARTICLE STEPHANIE HOWER | PHOTOGRAPHY NATHAN SATRAN

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INSPIRED BY (CON TI N U ED)

A MAN’S CHARACTER IS NOT MEASURED BY THE OBSTACLES HE FACES BUT BY THE ACTIONS HE TAKES TO OVERCOME THEM.

Stories of success, in which

MasterLube and its founder want each individual employee to

persistence and hard work

reach their goals and achieve their highest potential.

triumph over bad fortune, in-

“We realize that no one dreams as a child that they will one

spire us. We crave someone

day change oil on other people’s vehicles, so the best thing is to

to root for, an underdog. Bill

embrace that fact and use our time together to help them develop

Simmons, the founder and

skills and habits that will help them become what it is in their heart

chairman of MasterLube, be-

that they most want to be. What if a paycheck is the least important

lieves in the underdog. He

thing one receives from MasterLube?"

believes in persistence and

He encourages employees to view their job as a tool, utilizing

hard work clearing life’s ob-

MasterLube and its resources to learn, grow and even fail in order

stacles. He believes because

to direct each individual in the direction of their dreams.

he has lived it.

program, now in its sixth iteration. It was an epiphany about the

of invention, then desperation

value of his team, early on in MasterLube’s history, that led Bill to

is the father in the story of MasterLube’s beginning,” Bill quips. In 1980, Bill had spent nearly three years unemployed. He had a young family, a wife and two kids. Something needed to change.

create the program. “These guys are worth about three times more than what I can afford to pay them,” he says. “Which means each hour they are

“Luckily for me, despite a lack of employment, I still had some

working, I am going in debt to them, and that just isn’t fair. So an

solid people in my corner, which led to a coffee meeting with Jerry

agreement, sealed with a handshake, is made with each individ-

Woods,” he says.

ual…to ensure MasterLube is not taking advantage of them. They

Jerry Woods was one of six owners of Minit Lube, a local business struggling to find its place in the community.

should expect—even demand—from MasterLube the training and resources they need.”

“The conversation that day led to a deal in which I would run the

Due to these strong ideals, the training consists of much more

store for one year with an agreement that if in a year I can make it

than just product knowledge, vehicle knowledge and customer ser-

work, I would take over the business and its debt.”

vice. While Bill regards those aspects as crucial to delivering a high

After a lot of the aforementioned persistence and hard work, they began the takeover for Minit Lube on Feb. 16, 1981.

level of service, his training program also emphasizes health and human behavior, personal development, goal setting and leadership.

“It was around this time that my good friend Rod

“Currently we are privileged to have some great friends and men-

Davidson sketched an idea on the back of a placemat while hav-

tors to work with: Nich Pertuit, a professor at Rocky Mountain College

ing lunch on 24th Street. This sketch of his would become the

and founder of Healthy Is; author and public speaker Russ Cherry; and

logo for MasterLube, the same logo design and colors that you

sales and communication guru Joe Thomas of Impact Advantage all

see to this day.”

have a consistent and vital part in the program," Bill says. "There are

A pillar of the Billings community was born, rising from the ashes of misfortune that had plagued both Bill and the former business model. In building his business, Bill maintains a few rock-solid principles that have propelled him to success.

and have been many others over the years that have contributed to our training, and we are grateful for each and every one.” When asked if there is a particular success story that stands out in his memory, Bill has difficulty narrowing it down to just one.

“There is a line you will find on posters and cards throughout

“So many wonderful people have been part of the MasterLube

MasterLube that reads, 'Because the act of serving others is where,

family and story,” he says. “On the walls in each of our stores, as

when and how transformation occurs.'This is the heartbeat of

well as on our website, you will find stories of some that have gone

MasterLube, service to others. Through service to others, you can

on to do wonderful things in their life: college graduates, business

not only make someone else’s day better but go home feeling 10

leaders, teachers, doctors, Marines, mothers, fathers—stories we

feet tall because of the many moments of elevation throughout the

are very proud to tell.”

day. Making life better for people is why we exist. Good business is a result, but it does stand on its own.” Bill believes strongly in the power of the individual. Each person has their own unique set of circumstances, history, family, goals and aspirations. There is something exceptional in everyone. 12

In order to fully empower his employees, Bill enacted a training

“If necessity is the mother

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Bill has been able to consistently foster an atmosphere of opportunity, growth and achievement for his team, which in turn has granted the community a strong business dedicated to providing excellent service. Many, in some part, owe their accomplishments to MasterLube. Bill would credit MasterLube's success to them.

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(NOT)HOME FOR THE HOLI DAYS DURING THE SEASON OF GIVING, GIVE THANKS TO OUR FIRST RESPONDERS

AT THEIR HEART, HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS ARE BUILT UPON TWO FUNDAMENTAL IDEAS: TRADITION AND

TOGETHERNESS. Though we may honor them in different ways, we all share the

desire to be surrounded by family and friends on those sacred days. For people

who serve and protect the community, the privilege of being home is not guaranteed. First responders are often asked to sacrifice time with family to answer the call of duty. We spoke to three such dedicated individuals to learn about their time of service and the special holiday traditions they have embraced within their departments to maintain the spirit of the season.

ARTICLE STEPHANIE HOWER PHOTOGRAPHY NATHAN SATRAN

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HOW LONG HAVE YOU SERVED THE COMMUNITY? I have been with the Billings Fire Department for almost 12 years. I was promoted to engineer about a year ago. I served as a Shepherd volunteer firefighter for three years prior to getting hired with Billings. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO JOIN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT? Many firefighters my age were shaped by the events of Sept. 11, and I was no different. During my senior year, I had applied to a few colleges but was still not sure what I wanted to study. That is when my school’s secretary asked if I had considered a career in firefighting. Her husband was a captain with the BFD, and she mentioned that I should do a ride-along. Thanks, Jane! WHEN YOUR SCHEDULE DICTATES THAT YOU CANNOT BE HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS, HOW DO YOU CELEBRATE WITH YOUR CREW OR DEPARTMENT? Firefighters know going in that there are days we will miss. Birthdays, graduations, holidays and many other events happen while we are away. What makes things bearable? It is the brothers and sisters I work with. There is no other job where you spend this much time with your coworkers. We eat in the same room, we sleep under the same roof, we see the good and the bad together for 24 hours at a time over a 20- to 30-year career. And after we are done, we hang out together on our days off. When you join the fire service, you gain a second family. WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE HOLIDAY TRADITION AT THE STATION? Firefighters love good food. We have some of the best cooks in this town. On Thanksgiving, there is no administration on duty, there is no extra duty and no training, only emergency calls. So, we cook—a great breakfast, no lunch, only appetizers and then dinner. A favorite meal for Thanksgiving is prime rib, and for the firehouse, this is a great choice. If we get a call, the prime can cook unattended for a while. It’s always a fun day; many fire-

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(NOT) HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS (CON TI N UED)

HOW LONG HAVE YOU SERVED THE COMMUNITY? I have worked for the Billings Police Department for 25 years, 15 of them as a patrol officer. I started out in 1993 as a police clerk. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO JOIN THE BILLINGS POLICE DEPARTMENT? Initially, I was hired as a police clerk working in the office. I enjoyed it so much, but I wanted to do more. I tested for patrol and in 2002 became a police officer. I wanted to do more in my community and help those who were not in a position to help themselves for whatever reason. I am a field training officer with the department, helping to train new officers and assist in their development. I have also served as a domestic violence investigator targeting not just enforcement but victim assistance and support. I am involved in my local police association and serve on its board. I recently became the Adopt a Cop for Friendship House in Billings. WHEN YOUR SCHEDULE DICTATES THAT YOU CANNOT BE HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS, HOW DO YOU CELEBRATE WITH YOUR CREW OR DEPARTMENT? Our community is very generous when the holidays roll around. We are always getting trays of food and treats delivered to the department, which is very appreciated because we do have to work the holidays. This allows the crew to share some food together in between calls for service on those holidays. My department is absolutely a second family for me, so if I cannot be home for the holidays, I am grateful to be able to spend it with my coworkers. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE HOLIDAY TRADITION AT THE DEPARTMENT? Each year, the department hosts Photos with Santa. Our chief dresses up as Santa, and our officer of the year gets to dress as his elf. The entire department is invited to this event along with their families. The children get their picture taken with Santa and his elf. It is a wonderful time for all of us to get together with our families and socialize with each other. 18

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HOW LONG HAVE YOU SERVED THE COMMUNITY? I have been working in EMS for 34 years and with St. Vincent HELP Flight for the last 25 years. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO JOIN THE HELP FLIGHT? I started my career in EMS with Billings Ambulance Service as an EMT. During transports to St. Vincent Healthcare, I had the opportunity to work with members of HELP Flight and was inspired by their job, and I dedicated my education and training to work toward a position on the team. With their encouragement, I applied and was hired as an orderly in the hospital. After a couple of years doing this, I applied for a position with the flight team and was hired. I then worked to obtain my paramedic license and have been happily working as a team member since. WHEN YOUR SCHEDULE DICTATES THAT YOU CANNOT BE HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS, HOW DO YOU CELEBRATE WITH YOUR CREW OR DEPARTMENT? We try to share the holiday schedules from year to year so we can have those special times at home with our families. If we do need to work on a holiday, we try to make the best of the day with our work family. We often have potluck meals so that we can share the spirit with our coworkers. St. Vincent Hospital also provides a meal to associates within the hospital to have during Thanksgiving and Christmas. There are plenty of opportunities to feel appreciation from patients and other

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FAMILY DRINKS 1

THE POLITICAL UNCLE

INGREDIENTS + 2 ounces rye whiskey or bourbon + 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup + 2 dashes Angostura bitters + 2 dashes orange bitters + Cinnamon stick and candied orange slice for garnish

DIRECTIONS Combine maple syrup, whiskey and bitters in an old-fashioned glass until syrup is dissolved. Add a single large ice cube and garnish with orange peel and cinnamon stick, if desired.

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WE LOVE THEM, BUT ITâ€™S NO SECRET THAT SOME FAMILY MEMBERS MAKE THE HOLIDAYS A LITTLE MORE INTERESTING. CHEERS TO THEM!

THE HIPSTER COUSIN

INGREDIENTS

+ 1 1/2 ounces vodka + 1 1/2 ounces Baileys Irish Cream Pumpkin Spice Liqueur + 3 ounces cereal milk (steep cereal of your choice—we like pumpkin spice Cheerios— in milk for 25-30 minutes, then strain)

DIRECTIONS Fill a rocks glass (or any unconventional container you have laying around) with desired amount of ice. Add vodka and pumpkin spice liqueur, then top with cereal milk. Cheers!

THE MOTHER-IN-LAW

INGREDIENTS + 1 1/2 ounces vodka + 1 part club soda or tonic + 1 part Sprite or lemon-lime soda + 1 part cranberry juice + Lime and cranberries for garnish

DIRECTIONS Add vodka, club soda or tonic, Sprite and cranberry juice to a glass of your choice—the more ornate, the better. Garnish with lime and cranberries if desired and enjoy!

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2 18TH ANNUAL MAGIC CITY MUSIC AWARDS SHOW Pub Station

This year’s awards show includes performances by Alder Lights, Death-

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HUFF’S ANTIQUE SHOW AND SALE

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collectibles from several states with

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with metal art, woodwork, stained

2-4 MARKETPLACE MAGIC Metrapark Expo Center

MarketPlace Magic is an incredible three-day shopping featuring a variety of

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made toys, jewelry, artwork, pottery, florals, quilts, dolls, holiday decor and more! More than 200 booths

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17 HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS Rimrock Auto Arena

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The Original Harlem Globetrotters are

on the road for their action-packed

tour! A star-studded roster will have

fans on the edge of their seats to witness the ball handling wizardry, basketball artistry and one-of-a-kind family entertainment that thrills fans of all ages. Metrapark.com

18 MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER Rimrock Auto Arena

This year marks the 34th anniversary of the Christmas Tour and release of

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, an album that revolutionized the holiday season music category. Grammy Award winner Chip Davis will direct

and co-produce tour performances with MagicSpace Entertainment. The show features classic Christmas hits from Mannheim Steamroller and dazzling multimedia effects in an intimate setting. MannheimSteamroller.com

19 ROCK OF AGES Alberta Bair Theater

Nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical, ROCK OF AGES captures the iconic era that was the big, bad 1980s Hollywood. Featuring the music of hit bands such as Styx, Poison, Twisted Sister and Whitesnake, this 10th-anniversary production features a dynamic new cast revisiting the larger-than-life characters and the exhilarating story that turned ROCK OF AGES into a global phenomenon. RockofAgesMusicalTour.com

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24-25 THE NUTCRACKER: SAN DIEGO BALLET & BILLINGS SYMPHONY Alberta Bair Theater

A Billings Thanksgiving weekend tradition of more than 30 years, Tchaikovsky's enchanted The Nutcracker is sure to get you into the holiday spirit! All the magic and pageantry are brought to life by the Billings Symphony Orchestra with the San Diego Ballet Company and more than 80 local ballet students and members of local children's choruses. BillingsSymphony.org

26 STRAIGHT NO CHASER: ONE SHOT TOUR Alberta Bair Theater

Straight No Chaser is an amazing a cappella group, the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense—and with a sense of humor. They have emerged as a phenomenon with a massive fanbase and numerous national TV appearances, plus an unforgettable live act. AlbertaBlairTheater.org

27 CIRQUE MUSICA HOLIDAY PRESENTS WONDERLAND Rimrock Auto Arena

Wonderland is an all-new concert experience featuring the cast of Cirque Musica together with your favorite holiday songs performed by a live symphony orchestra. Cirque Musica Holiday will bring audiences on a journey into a world of “Wonderland” with unforgettable visuals and amazing acrobats, aerialists, hilarious hijinks and holiday cheer. CirqueMusica.com November 2018 | Billings Lifestyle

LOCAL’S CHOICE

KEEPING BILLINGS LOCAL

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY ARTICLE STEPHANIE HOWER

TIRED OF THE SAME OLD BIG BOX STORES FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING? Skip the early wake-up on Black Friday, and embrace the

beauty of shopping local on Small Business Saturday on Nov. 24 this year. We've compiled a list of five amazing, locally owned and operated retailers that are dedicated to serving the community and meeting all of your holiday checklist needs. 1. THE JOY OF LIVING Unique and fun gifts to fit any budget. Home decor, women's clothing, accessories, jewelry, kitchen tools and so much more. If you have a person on your list who is tough to shop for, this might be the perfect place to explore. 1524 N. 24th St. W, Billings, Montana, 406.294.1701, TheJoyOfLiving.com 2. THE BASE CAMP

Lovers of the great outdoors, rejoice! Backpacking, climbing, paddling and skiing equipment, apparel to embrace the Montana lifestyle, top-of-the-line footwear and gifts. 1730 Grand Ave., Billings, Montana, 406.248.4555, TheBaseCamp.com 3. TIME OUT SPORTS The best running shoe store in Eastern Montana, Time Out Sports works with doctors, podiatrists and physical therapy centers to help athletes and everyday customers run and walk comfortably. You will find activewear, footwear, orthotics and equipment such as Hydroflasks, heart rate monitors and energy boosters. Satisfy any athlete or gym junkie. 1595 Grand Ave., Billings, Montana, 406.245.9735, TimeOutSports.biz 4. LIBERTY & VINE COUNTRY STORE Step back in time as you browse gorgeous antiques and unique, genuine Montana-made goods and gifts. The store breathes new life into the brick building it inhabits, built more than a century ago. Includes a large country mercantile store, general goods, home decor, great things to eat and an antique warehouse full of treasured pieces. 2019 Montana Ave., Billings, Montana, 406.534.8667, LibertyAndVine.com 5. SOUTH HARPER BOUTIQUE & MERCANTILE Hit the shops at Shiloh Crossing and stop by this chic boutique full of trendy clothes, accessories and gift ideas. The shop carries top brands and styles you and your loved ones are sure to adore. 1027 Shiloh Crossing Blvd. #4, Billings, Montana, 406.969.1006 34

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