Fifty plus people attended the 2019 GFR Holiday Extravaganza! The event was filled with laughter, serious conversations, singing, and lots of good potluck food. Thanks for the comedy performances of Jerry Rukavina, a regular part of our event, and David… Read More ›
Great Falls
GREAT FALLS RISING GATHERING – OCTOBER 29th, 2019 – LGBTQ Issues in Great Falls
Great Falls Rising will hold its October 29th gathering at 6 p.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation. The event is open to the public; please invite your friends and neighbors. A survey was taken at the September gathering… Read More ›
City Commission Forum Tomorrow 10/17
The Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and The Electric GF are sponsoring a Candidates’ Forum for City Commission candidates on Thursday, October 17th at 6:30 p.m. in Heritage Hall at GF College-MSU. Our commissioners make many decisions that affect… Read More ›
Big Sky 55+
From Jacob Bachmeier: Hello Big Sky 55+ Members and potential members! Thank you for being contributing members to Big Sky 55+. Your contributions and interactions in Cascade County built a strong membership for us to move forward on engaging those… Read More ›
Weekly Protest – Human Rights Abuses
Every Monday at 6 PM, weather permitting, members of the Community Action Team will gather on the 1st Ave North Bridge, Great Falls, MT to visibly protest the U.S. government’s human rights abuses of immigrants and asylum seekers. These abuses… Read More ›
Forward MT and GFR Reception
From Gerry: Congratulations to Elsie Tuss and Keaton Sunchild for a wonderful evening tonight with Forward Montana. The venue, food, agenda, and speakers were all terrific. We will definitely work with Tom Moore and the Great Falls Public Schools to… Read More ›
When it comes to safety in Montana’s cities and towns, locals know best
Great Falls City Commission: When it comes to safety in Montana’s cities and towns, locals know best BY GREAT FALLS CITY COMMISSION MARCH 20, 2019 As city commissioners in Great Falls, we give public safety top priority. If our residents… Read More ›
Your Turn!
GREAT FALLS RISING Opportunity to meet with local legislators during their transmittal break: Monday, March 4th at 5:30 p.m. legislators will meet with KEY (Kids Education Yes) at the Great Falls Public Schools Administration Bldg., 1100 4th Street South. Tuesday,… Read More ›
GFR Gathering 2/26/19
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E72IgaFSpME&fbclid=IwAR2OdZMA0tZZczfoE__Atr9h1lGVkLJ1q48SFvZ_R744felE9YTgfWUkwh4 On a very cold February evening, GFR held a very warm and informative gathering. Thanks to all who participated and attended. A special thanks to Shannon Wilson for videoing this event. Click on the above link to view the… Read More ›
Third Annual Women’s March
January 19, 2019 12 PM – 2 PM Gibson Park 400 Park Dr N, Great Falls, Montana 59401 Bring a sign! Sponsored by the Great Falls Community Action Team of Montana
MWA’s Wild Winter Adventures
From our friends at the Montana Wilderness Association… To get 2019 off on the right foot, MWA will kick off the season of Wild Winter Adventures by introducing the snowy adventures that Island Range Chapter volunteers will be leading over… Read More ›
GFR’s Second Annual Christmas Extravaganza Gathering
Agenda: Potluck Dinner Rudolph Rukavina’s Christmas Catalog of Craziness Hodges’ Happy Harmonies GFR’s Christmas Carolers And, a chance to chat, laugh, and celebrate together! Bring a “dish” to share as well as a beverage of your choice. GFR… Read More ›
Crisis of Conscience VI – Fascism in 2018
Aart Dolman asks: 1. What do an adolescent in Holland in the 1940’s, a vote for Nixon in in the 1972, and a vote for Trump in 2020 have in common? 2. What can the citizens of the United States… Read More ›
We Resolve to Stand United!
The Great Falls City Commission endorsed a resolution condemning the recent murders in Pittsburgh. It will be read at the next commission meeting at the Civic Center this coming Wednesday evening, November 7th, at 7:00 p.m. (the meeting is Wednesday… Read More ›
From Gerry…
For those interested: Come join Senator Jon Tester for a Get-out-the-Vote Rally in Great Falls on Monday, November 5th. This event will be held from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm at the Black Eagle Community Center, located at 2332 Smelter… Read More ›
GFR October Gathering
More to come … but, a special “Thank you!” to Barbara Harris from the Helena League of Women Voters, the board of Great Falls Rising, Aart Dolman, and the 140+ attendees and participants for an uplifting panel discussion last night… Read More ›
Voting in the 2018 Midterm Election
Here are three ways to vote in this election: Vote early: In Montana, you can register to vote AND vote early, all in one visit! You can vote early by going to your County Election Office (8AM-5PM on weekdays… Read More ›
Crisis of Conscience V – Aart Dolman – GFR 10/30
Civility in Public Debate and Discussions … Read More ›
GFR October 30th Gathering: “Civility in Public Discourse – Is It Possible?”
“Civility in Public Discourse – Is it Possible?” … Read More ›
Informative Candidate Forum September 25th
Ninety+ people attended the GFR Candidate Forum on September 25th. The forum proved to be informative and civil! Thanks to the candidates and the audience for their participation in our democracy!
Great Fall Rising September 25th Gathering – Candidate Forum
Great Falls Rising’s September 25th Gathering provides you, the residents of Cascade County, the opportunity for face-to-face discussions with your Montana Legislative candidates and your Cascade County candidates. What: A chance for Legislative and County Candidates in the up-coming November… Read More ›
2018 Labor Day Picnic
Candidates and Community mix together in support of Labor!
GFR Hosts Commissioners and Candidates at August 28th Gathering
From The Electric Posted on September 2, 2018 by Jenn Rowell Local government officials laid out areas of concern for state lawmakers during a forum on Aug. 28th. Four City Commissioners and all three County Commissioners participated in the event… Read More ›
Labor Day Picnic
The Central Montana Central Labor Council presents its annual Labor Day Picnic featuring hot dogs, chips, beans, refreshments, live music and guest speakers. When/Where: Noon – 3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 3rd, at the Montana ExpoPark Cost: Free Contact: 406-788-1107