Stopped by the collectible store in Westgate Mall and saw this – a Monopoly-like game based on Great Falls. Any of you remember either the game or the Plush Pillow?

Just upgraded my WordPress installation…and this is the obligatory test post. Happy end-of-August, everyone!

Finally! Cool enough outside to wear one of my beloved flannel shirts. And did I mention that it’s still August? w00t!

Stopped by The Barn (antiques and collectibles) on Saturday and spotted this awesome thing: box of Super Sugar Crisp from 1973 that features a record (remember those?) on the back of the box!

And it wasn’t just the box – it was unopened, still had the cereal in it. Selling price: $65.

Rick Springfield performing in Great Falls!

Received this from an anonymous source…no idea if it’s true:

I have it on “good authority” that Rick Springfield was at Jaker’s last night (Thursday). Him and his girlfriend got into an argument, such that he and his band left without paying the bill. My friend who witnessed this said that the Jakers manager tried to go after them, asking who was going to pay the bill, and that he (Springfield) apparently treated the waiters like dirt.

I would be thrilled to learn that this is nothing more than gossip or wishful thinking (Rick ate at Jaker’s!). I would be even more thrilled to find out that Rick actually ate at, say, Howard’s Pizza or Goode’s Q, and regaled the staff with funny showbiz tales, gave autographs, and dropped a huge tip.
Of course, if it IS true, then it might be fun to imagine the scene, using Rick’s song titles to tell the story. “Don’t Talk…To Waiters…” etc.
So speak up – anyone who saw Rick out and about in Great Falls on Thursday night – can you confirm or deny any of this?

UPDATE: apparently Rick stopped at the Sip-N-Dip last night and posted a picture on his Facebook page! Wonder if he sang “Sweet Caroline” with Piano Pat?

UPDATE 2: Spoke with someone at Jaker’s who said that Rick was indeed there last night with about 7 other people, and there was a hint of unpleasantness – but not necessarily from Rick, but rather from someone in his party. Also told that he was a very good tipper – good to hear!

Jack The Blogger has another edition of “Caught My Eye” – definitely worth a read. I really enjoy his observations.

Greg has some thoughts about the issues surrounding the arrival of “Adam & Eve” (sex toys, lingerie, etc) in downtown Great Falls.

Some Canadian visitors enjoyed their trip to Great Falls – especially shopping and eating at On The Border! I’ve only eaten there twice – good fajitas.

Also: still some wonky stuff happening under the hood here at GreaterFalls – comments aren’t working properly. Will figure it out soon!