Red Lodge Christmas Stroll - Two Evenings Full of Fun, Food, Music and Memorable Characters - Photo Journal of December 5, 2009
On the second night of the Christmas Stroll in Red Lodge (www.redlodge.com/stroll), I made my way out of the Prudential Red Lodge office (www.PrudentialRedLodge.com) from the back door.
Anyone feeling in the mood for some disco dancing?
I went through the parking lot and across the street to my favorite wine and speciality food store: Babcock & Miles (www.babcockandmiles.com). It was snowing and it added a sense of magic to the evening.
Not only did they have a master chef at the store which was dishing out some mouth watering gourmet food, but they also had some very original holiday cookies.
Next, I took a break along my stroll to watch and listen to a band playing some holiday music.
Next stop is the Sylvan Peak store (http://www.shopredlodge.com/shoprl/pc/_store_level_3.asp?IDBrand=5) which was packed with night shoppers. There, behind the counter, I saw a friendly face who managed to surprise me with her elf appearance.
Oh my! Those were some big ears for an elf! Do You Hear What I Hear?
As I stepped out to the snow to continue my stroll, I noticed that there were many local residents who decided to have their dog participate in the stroll. Here is a photo I managed to snap while on the go.
The street was full of unexpected and memorable characters!
In the photo above is my dear friend Susan which I managed to convince to pose in between two enormous cookies (they were promoting girl scout cookies and raising funds for the boy and girl scouts of Red Lodge).
Just after seeing the giant cookies, I came across another surprising appearance in a store window.
These beautiful ladies were striking interesting poses in the window and were promoting a health and fitness store for women.
I continued North and got to Kibler and Kirch (www.kiblerandkirch.com), a great furniture and interior decor store. The place was very well decorated for the holidays! There was more delicious food awaiting as well some more holiday musical entertainment. Talk about more treats for the eyes, the ears and the stomach!
After another interesting indoor visit, I ventured back outside and continued my stroll North and headed to Lights on Broadway (Lights on Broadway Info).
When I got there I was greeted by the owners Tammy and Laurie and they did not waste any time to ask me if I wanted to try their chili or the egg nog. I could not resist trying the lightly spiked egg nog. Here is a special chandelier that was altered to display the holiday colors.
Drink in hand, I thanked the hostesses and went outside to continue my stroll. All along main street, there were many fire pits in place for those wanting to take a break and get some warmth around a nice fire. I thought they added additional ambiance to the Christmas Stroll. You be the judge by looking at the following photo.
The snow was continuing to fall. It was interesting to see the various reactions of the people strolling on main street. Some were walking at a fast pace between stores to avoid getting too much snow on them. Some were happy to see the snow and to take their time enjoying every bit of the outdoor stroll. There were also those younger ones who loved the snow and took advantage of the street being closed to automobile traffic to make snow angels.
Here are two other characters that appeared along the stroll (only one is real).
Even at the Christmas Stroll in Red Lodge, seing a real indian is not something you would expect. One of many memorable characters and likely the most special and unexpected person that I got to encounter along my stroll.
One other unusual photo posted in my blog. One of me in front of the very popular Red Lodge sign: the Red Lodge Cafe sign. I am wearing my Montreal Canadiens winter hat ("tuque" as they would say it in Quebec).
This completes the photo journal of my fun filled evening of Christmas strolling in Red Lodge!
Happy holiday season from Red Lodge, Montana. It's Good to Be Here!!
Gerry Khatchikian, ASA, TRC (4 languages spoken: English, French, Spanish, Armenian)
Realtor Associate
ASA: Associate of the Society of Actuaries TRC: Transnational Referral Certification
Prudential Red Lodge Real Estate
PO Box 947, 103 South Broadway
Red Lodge, MT 59068
406-446-2123
800-752-2499
Gerry@RedLodgeLand.com
www.PrudentialRedLodgeRealEstate.com
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