Because I Can In Montana

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Due to numerous comments I have received from readers, I felt it was important to add this disclaimer.  When written over 2 years ago , this was accurate.  However, as with everything there is change.  For some it is good, for others it is annoying.  THE SKYLINE HAS CLOSED since this was written.

New ownership, new attitude, new food and new entertainment adds up to
Great Falls newest establishment!

Sitting high on Gore Hill is one of the best places we’ve found in Great Falls!  No longer 22,000 Square feet of empty building…  it is now home to one of the greatest places to go for food, fun and entertainment in all of Great Falls!   Old Skyline opened up it’s doors on March 11, 2009 to a full house! We were there two of the three nights of opening weekend.  I immediately knew I loved the place and wanted to photograph and write about it.  Owner Jennifer Gruber and Business Partner Billy Johns were kind enough to allow me to take some pictures one morning in April.  Knowing this would be the only time that the place wasn’t packed, I took advantage of this opportunity so I could share the actual beauty and craftsmanship of  Old Skyline.  I have placed them in the photo Gallery.

When you walk into the main level, the first thing you notice is an enormous horseshoe bar.  It reaches out 50 feet for a full 100 foot horseshoe bar. There are 11 50″ HDTV’s on the main level providing a variety of sporting events for your entertainment.   Read More

Comments (4) May 03 2011

Romance sets the theme for the Grand Re-opening of the Breaks Restaurant in Great Falls!

New owners Dave Snuggs and Joel Corda open the doors to the Breaks Restaurant Valentine’s weekend, February 12, 13, and 14, 2010.  The Breaks restaurant is located at 202 2nd Street South in Great Falls, Montana. In addition to the Restaurant seating downstairs, a secluded adventure in dining has been created upstairs!  Specifically for couples only, this intimate and private dining area is available at no extra charge.   Low-light, candles and scattered rose petals accompanied by  a personal selection of romantic music set the mood for a perfect night of romance.  Many of the culinary house favorites have been kept, however, the menu prices have been significantly reduced.  There are two seating times available for “Romance of the Night”.  The first is at 6:30PM and the second is at 8:00PM.  There is a limited seating area, and reservations are required for this event. (406) 453-5980

A champagne brunch titled “Brunch at the Breaks” begins Valentine’s Day, and continues each and every Sunday 10:30AM – 2:00PM.  ”Brunch at the Breaks” brings is a true big city brunch with over 30 items including a carving station and complimentary champagne for those 21 and over for only $12.95.

The Breaks hours of operation Valentine’s weekend are Friday and Saturday evening 5:00PM – 9:00PM, Sunday Brunch 10:30AM – 2:00PM and Sunday evening 5:00PM – 9:00PM.

Starting Wednesday, February 17, the Breaks standard hours of operation will be Wednesday – Sunday evenings 5:00PM – 9:00PM and Sunday “Brunch at the Breaks” 10:30AM – 2:00PM.  Closed Monday and Tuesday.

For reservations call:  (406) 453-5980

Owners Dave Snuggs and Joel Corda are very creative individuals that continue to add fun and excitement to Great Falls.  Keep checking in to find out what’s new at the Breaks.

NOTE:  The Breaks has closed it’s doors since this was written.  

Comments (1) Feb 10 2010

Who: Lucas Hoge

Where:  Old Skline in Great Falls, Montana

Lucas Hoge

When: Thursday, April 30th (No cover charge) 7Pm 

Friday, May 1st and Saturday May 2 ($5. cover) 9PM – ?

SPECIAL PERFORMANCE:    On  Sunday, May 3 from 7PM – 11PM Lucas Hoge has agreed to help celebrate the birthday and safe homecoming of one of our local soldiers returning from Iraq by playing one extra evening!  So come ready to party and take advantage of the chance to personally thank our local soldiers for everything they do for us.

Also check out Lucas Hoge on MYSPACE

Comments (0) May 02 2009

The Cattlemen’s Cut Supper Club is a favorite in the Great Falls area.  With such a variety of quality food, there’s something for everyone. It’s a great place for dinner whether be it a special occasion or simply a weeknight out.

Bill took me there on our first Valentine’s Day together, February 14, 2008.  We have been there several times since, including Valentine’s Day 2009. The menu offers a variety of choices ranging from simple home-style meals to exquisite Chef specialties.  The Chicken Oscar is one of my favorite dinners there. There is an extensive wine list, along with various beer and well drinks to choose from.  On Valentine’s Day Bill ordered us a bottle of Asti Spumanti Champagne, my favorite, which was kept chilled table side in a silver Champagne Server. This was a nice romantic touch.

I was looking through March 13th’s edition of the Hot Ticket, which is part of The Great Falls News Tribune. The Taste of Montana section is written by Sharon Hansen.  She mentioned several choices for St. Patrick’s Day.  Cattleman’s Cut was listed and my choice for St. Patrick’s Day dinner 2009 was easily made. Bill had a business appointment, so I invited my daughter Kizell and my 13 month-old grandson Nathan to join me.   Read More

Comments (1) Mar 21 2009

For those of you that have lived in the Great Falls area during the past 60 plus years, you have already heard of Eddie’s Supper Club. While many places have come and gone, Eddie’s Supper Club has remained open. Opening it’s doors in 1944, by the Newman family, by which it is still owned and operated. When we called to make reservations, we found out that they offer several choices on where to dine inside their establishment.

There’s a Coffee Shop, that is more on the casual side, a Dining Room, with fancier fare, and a Cocktail Lounge complete with a double Piano Bar. We made reservations for 7:15PM in the Dining Room.

When we walked in, the first thing we noticed was the heavenly aroma of steaks. My mind instantly envisioned them being cooked on an open fire. Until that moment, I had been contemplating either fish or chicken. Read More

Comments (1) Mar 21 2009

A wonderful opportunity to enjoy our beautiful state of Montana happened March 6 – 8, 2009. We had made our reservations a few months prior for a weekend get away for both ourselves and my husband Bill’s parents Wayne & Gayle Daniels.  Early Friday afternoon on March 6th, we left Great Falls via Highway 15 heading south towards Helena, with Chico Hot Springs as our destination.  Chico Hot Springs is about 25 miles from Livingston, Montana.

One of my favorite pictorial spots on the drive was the vicinity of  Wolf Creek. The variety of the topography that surrounds the highway throughout there is astounding.  The combination of snow-topped mountains and rock walls going straight up at great heights are beautiful. There were winding semi-frozen creeks all around.  No matter where we looked, the view was breathtaking.

Impressing my husband Bill and my Father-In-law Wayne, both hunters, was the bountiful wildlife we saw, especially the Antelope, White Tail and Mule Deer. There were well over 100 Antelope in one of the larger herds we passed, and we spotted a large Elk just past Townsend.  After only being removed from the endangered species list in June of  2007,  we were all in awe of the many Bald Eagles in a variety of settings.  We saw both adult and juvenile eagles and their nests. Both the female and male adult bald eagles have a blackish-brown back and breast; a white head, neck, and tail; and yellow feet and bill.  The juveniles are a mixture of brown and white.  It takes 4 or 5 years before they reach adulthood. Due to there not being a safe place to pull over at the sightings I was unable to get any pictures of them on this trip.  For  more information on  Bald Eagles visit www.baldeagleinfo.com. We also saw several Golden Eagles.

We arrived at Chico Hot Springs a little before 7:00PM. Read More

Comments (2) Mar 15 2009