MDA Member Info

With more than 400 members the MDA works continuously to stay in touch with those we serve. Below you will see the three monthly member networking socials we hold. We would love to see you at one (or all!) of them. Also, if you have an announcement for your business, let us know and we would  be happy to post it in the Member News area below.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Upcoming Networking Socials

Member Luncheon – Tuesday, September 14

Join us at the Holiday Inn-Downtown at the Park (200 S. Pattee Street) for an engaging MDA Luncheon next Tuesday, September 14th from 11:30am to 1pm. Greg Sundberg, Executive Director of the Grizzly Scholarship Association (GSA) will provide an overview of UM athletics and GSA programs, including what it takes to sustain these programs. You’ll also hear more about their upcoming fundraiser, the fifth annual Western Montana Wine Festival which takes place on Friday, Oct. 8. Luncheon RSVPs will be taken at the MDA office until Friday, September 10th at 10 am.

Downtown On Tap – August 31

Join WGM Group (1111 East Broadway Street) for a special Downtown On Tap this Tuesday August 31, from 5 to 7 pm! MDA members and friends are invited to a Dylan/Mellencamp pre-party featuring after-hours cocktail and hors d ’oeuvres at WGM. Come network with your fellow MDA members, swap Roots Fest stories, and get geared up to see another great concert at WGM’s riverfront office.

Coffee Talk: August 18th from 8 to 9 am

Join Run Wild Missoula at the Dana Gallery (246 North Higgins Avenue), for Coffee Talk Wednesday August 18th, from 8-9 am. Come network with your fellow MDA members and learn about Run Wild Missoula’s upcoming races and programs. Enjoy delicious pastries and coffee from the Break Espresso.

August Membership Luncheon – Tuesday, August 10

Join us at the Missoula Osprey stadium (Ogren Park at Allegiance Field) for a very informative MDA Luncheon on Tuesday, August 10th from 11:30am to 1pm. Dave Stack of the National Museum of Forest Service History will provide an overview of museum plans and programs for the new Missoula location. Anne Guest and Diana Kightlinger, board members for the Missoula Symphony Association, will share information on the first ever Cycle for the Symphony (C4S), a fund-raising effort for the Missoula Symphony. RSVP at the MDA office by Friday, August 6th at 10 am.

MDA Annual BBQ – July 13 from 5-8pm at Caras Park

Join your fellow MDA members for the 25th Annual Barbeque & Hoedown with Shodown on July 13 from 5 to 8 pm at Caras Park! Bring your co-workers and family for barbeque courtesy of Datsopoulos, MacDonald & Lind in memory of Ron MacDonald, as well as salads, desserts and your favorite beverage donated by local businesses. Activities for the kids will be provided. $10 for adults ($12 at the door) and $5 for children. Reserve a table for your staff with wine, raffle tickets, and recognition at the event (Table of 8, $150). Contact the MDA office for tickets and more information. MDA 25th Annual Barbecue

Member News

Posted: September 7th, 2010

Member Luncheon – Tuesday, September 14

Join us at the Holiday Inn-Downtown at the Park (200 S. Pattee Street) for an engaging MDA Luncheon next Tuesday, September 14th from 11:30am to 1pm. Greg Sundberg, Executive Director of the Grizzly Scholarship Association (GSA) will provide an overview of UM athletics and GSA programs, including what it takes to sustain these programs. You’ll also hear more about their upcoming fundraiser, the fifth annual Western Montana Wine Festival which takes place on Friday, Oct. 8. Luncheon RSVPs will be taken at the MDA office until Friday, September 10th at 10 am.

Posted: September 2nd, 2010

Office Furniture For Sale!

L & L Mortgage Plus is moving and has Office Furniture for sale!

  •  Three 60” Maple cross finish Compact “L” desks; $99 each
    Features keyboard/mouse shelf, concealed CPU storage, box drawer and file draw that holds letter size files
    29 ¼” H x 59 ¼”W x 59 ¼”D
  •  One 71” Maple cross finish full sized “L” desk with HUTCH, $250
    Same features as above plus hutch features frosted glass doors, open storage, monitor compartment
    Desk: 29 ¼” H x 71”W x 71”D
    Hutch: 36” H x 71”W x 12 1/2” D
  • One Lateral file; $75
    Accepts letter or legal size hanging file folders
    29 1/8” H x 29 5/8” W x 21 ¾”D
  •  One 60” Maple cross finish Credenza; $199
    File drawer holds letter size files
    29 1/8”H x 59 3/8”W x 24 3/8” D
    Keyboard shelf is concealed by drop down front
    Concealed compartment w/ fixed shelf for printer and CPU
    Box Drawer for office supplies

ALL PHOTOS can be found at www.staples.com under Bush Somerset Maple Cross Finish or by clicking here!.

If interested, please contact Julie Lapham at 240-0032; julie@landlmortgage.com

Posted: August 11th, 2010

Support the Missoula Food Bank @ Osprey Baseball!

Did you know that you can support hungry families in our community by simply attending an upcoming Osprey game? That’s right! Simply call up Missoula Food Bank at 549-0543 and buy a ticket to Missoula Osprey games on either Thursday or Friday, August 19th or 20th, and $3 of your $8 ticket price will go to our food bank! Give us a call and thanks for supporting our community! -Missoula Food Bank staff

Posted: June 21st, 2010

Summer Schedules from Watercolor Computer Training

Watercolor Computer Training has announced their summer training schedule! Check out the links below for details or visit their website at www.watercolorct.com.

Watercolor Computers Summer Schedule 2010

Watercolor Computers Summer Workshops

Posted: June 17th, 2010

Reminder from First Night Missoula

First Night Missoula artist application deadline fast approaching: June 30! The application is now online. Simply go to www.missoulacultural.org and follow the instructions. The online form helps the Cultural Council streamline the entire process, saving time, paper, and postage. If for any reason the online forms are not going to work for you, contact the Missoula Cultural Council and they can mail you one (532.3240 / info@missoulacultural.org). They can also guide you through the process if online forms are new to you. Their office hours are 9 – 5 M-F.