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cathedral of saint HelenaSunday, 5 December 2010 • 7:30 P.M.
The helena Symphony ushers in the holiday season with some of the
greatest christmas music of all time.Buy early! our holiday concerts
will sell out quickly!
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Q. What type of insurance do you offer? We can write policies for your personal needs, home, auto, business and motorcycles,
to name a few.
Q. how long have you been in the insurance business? rick: I have been in the insurance
business since 1989, carrie has been in the insurance business since 1993, and
John has been in the insurance business since 1997. The three of us are all licensed
agents, not commissioned sales people. our number one priority is customer
service, and our client’s best interest always comes first.
Q. Why is Cochrane Insurance an independent insurance company? What can you offer that other insurance companies cannot? We are an independent insurance agency
by choice. an insurance person that writes policies for one company is pretty limited.
It is like having a shoe store that can offer only one size shoe. By being independent,
we represent a variety of insurance companies but do not work for them. We work
for the client. Because of this, we are able to write for over 30 different insurance
companies including Travelers, Progressive, Safeco, Kemper and hartford. When
clients come to us, we get quotes and compare policies and rates from up to six
different companies at the same time. We are familiar with all the companies we work
with, how they handle claims, how fast they respond to claims, and how fair they are
to clients. This allows us to quote the best coverage at the lowest rate in Montana. no GIMMIcKS.no GecKoS.
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1075 north rodney, #106 Helena 442-6700 1-800-696-3896 bestrateinmontana.com
why be local? as small business owners, we understand how hard it is to stand out in a crowd. This publication was created with the idea that there
is power in numbers. If we work together as small, local businesses, we can all afford a high-quality, alternative advertising option that is both created and distributed
by local businesses. Be Local/Shop Local is all about promoting and supporting locally-owned, independent businesses. It’s about making your hard-earned money
go further, fueling the local economy, and helping to preserve the unique character of our community. Make a difference. Shop local.
Q. What obstacles do you encounter in the insurance business?We know that almost half the state of Montana is not insured. no
one likes to pay insurance any more than they like to pay their
taxes. However, most people find out their coverage is lacking after
an accident. The majority of people have no idea what the details
are of their coverage, they just know how much they pay each
month. There are laws in place to protect people from purchasing
inadequate insurance (also known as “twisting”) but when policies
are purchased like a commodity or from a sales person who is not
familiar with the fine print, things may slip through the cracks.
Q. If a person is interested in comparing their rates to some other companies, what options do they have? We are available by phone at 442-6700, in
person at 1075 north rodney Street, Suite 106. You can email us at
[email protected] or log onto www.bestrateinmontana.com.
We are the only insurance agency in Montana that does not have
insurance sales people on commission. our staff is always paid a
salary rather than a commission. We designed it that way so that our
clients’ best interests always comes first.
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Kari
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1401 cedar St // helena442-0404
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Why should buying flooring be complicated? We make it simple so that you can get back to the important things
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The Pierce Promise is offered exclusively by Pierce Flooring and Design. This
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We have a proven track record as a leader in business in Montana for over 80 years.
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enter to win an all expenses paid trip to your choice of rome or London or choose $3000 cash. Tickets are three for $125 or $50 each. Purchase online
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Back by popular demand, the helena Symphony and Queen city Ballet company join forces to bring you this christmas favorite featuring professional dancers and a full, live
orchestra. hurry, get your tickets today—The Nutcracker is not to be missed!
8 West Lawrence St // helena // 444-5004 // queencityballet.com
828 Great northern Blvd helena // 442-6210
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Spectacular selection of unique christmas decor, delicious candy,
and great gift ideas. Don’t miss the new jewelry arriving daily.
Free gift wrapping always available to complement your purchases.
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community. For over 30 years we have believed in the idea that nice does matter and have strived to make a difference. And we will always be here to
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ewing Palace
SeW YOu WAnT TO SeW All brands welcome at this class where you will learn the basics of using your machine, threading, winding a bobbin, cleaning, oiling, selecting
stitches and changing your needle. Class Dates: Mon/Nov 29 1-4Class Fee: $18Instructor: Priscilla Hedgecock
MulTi-HOOPing WiTH TeMPlATeS Learn to perfectly place your designs time and time again. If you want to do large de-signs with basic software, this is a great class for you. Learn some tips and tricks of multi-hooping using templates. No software required.Class Dates: Tues/Nov 30 1-4 or 6-9Class Fee: $18
Required ETO Collection: Asian BlossomsInstructor: Dawn Schneider
CHriSTMAS COunTDOWn Create the cutest holiday quilt called “The Stockings are Hung.” Learn applique techniques and stitching with the machine for “hand embroidery”Class Dates: Wed/Dec 1 12-4
Class Fee: $18 Instructor: Julie Dess
CuTWOrK WOrKSHOP Learn the ins and outs of your cutwork software and the use of your cutwork tool.Class Dates: Thur/Fri Dec
2 & 3 1-4 or 6-9 (Two sessions, same time both days)Class Fee: $33 Instructor: Dawn Schneider
SOfTWAre CluB Digitize the cutest little snowman picture ever, then stay for a festive holiday party and embroider the snowman onto your project.Class Dates: Mon/Dec 6 1 or 6Class Fee: $20 Instructor: Dawn Schneider
CrAzY PATCH PillOW Come use a Bernina Serger and create a cute, crazy patch pillow. This is a perfect holiday “Make-n-Take” that you can test on our Bernina Sergers.Class Dates: Wed/Dec 8 10 & 2; Thur/9 11amKit Fee: $15 Instructor: Jenny Yannone
Beer & BrAuTS niTe December 9 5:30-8pm. Men’s Night at The Sewing Palace! Shop for all those special holiday gifts on her “wish list.” FREE gift wrapping that evening for all the guys. All regularly priced items will be 15% off that night!
STiTCH lOunge Join us in our stitch lounge and make a cute apron. Perfect class for the beginner sewer or a holiday gift for the “Chef ” in your life.Class Dates: Sun/Dec 6 1-4Class Fee: $18 Instructor: Julie Dess
WATerfAll SCArf Make a beautiful scarf with snippets of fabric and thread.Class Dates: Mon/Dec 13 10-2Class Fee: $22 Instructor: Carol Haulbohm
reADY, SeT, Serge Create a cute holiday gift bag for under your tree. Learn how to use your serger in so many wonderful ways.Class Dates: Mon/Dec 13 5:30-8Required Book: Ready, Set, Serge by Georgie Melot $22.99Class Fee: $15Instructor: Ileen Kockler
WOOl WHiMSeY TABlerunner Tis the Season for
quilting and other comforts coming your way. You’ll love this wool appliqué table runner.Class Dates: Wed/Dec 15 1-4Class Fee: $18 Required Book: ’Tis the Season by Jeanne Large and Shelley WicksInstructor: Julie Dess
TrenDY lillY APrOn This jaunty apron design lends itself perfectly to today’s hottest fabrics. Large scale florals and graphic designs. Sign up early!Class Date: Fri/Dec 17 12-4pmRequired Pattern: Lilly Apron by Busy Bee Quilt Designs $8.95Class Fee: $22 Instructor: Jenny Yannone
KiD’S DAY CAMP Full day kid’s day camp during Christmas break. Have fun creating a fun quilt that stuffs into an attached bag.Class Date: Tues/Dec 28 9-5 All dayClass Fee: $30Required Pattern: The Sleepover Quilt $10Instructor: Julie Dess
8 SerieS DeCOrATive PillOW Come in and test drive a new Bernina machine. Create a small project to take home and learn about the wonderful Bernina machines.
Class Dates: Thurs/Jan 6 10, 2 and 6Kit Fee: $10
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