Category: Events

Every year since our birth (ok, that is just 2 years!) we have been lucky to be sponsors for beautiful, heart-wrenching, uplifting, and important films during the Big Sky Documentary Film Fest. Soft Landing Missoula was catalyzed from photos and film and we firmly believe in their power to show truth and create positive change in the world.

This year- year three- we are honored and in so much awe of the selection that we have the privilege of sponsoring.  These films are very near and dear to our hearts. From the moment the “New Neighbors Project” came to us with a proposal to teach interested new arrivals in Missoula how to document their own experience, to flip the lens that had been placed on them, through all of the hard work that it takes to make a full feature film and multiple shorts a reality, we knew this was going to be incredible.  We are so proud of the refugee film makers that created these films and endlessly grateful that they have chosen to share these powerful stories with us.  Getting into the BSDFF was never a “given” for this project, but speaks to the amazing craftsmanship, talent, and guts of the filmmakers and the New Neighbors crew. 

Please check out the New Neighbors Website for the trailer for the full length film, filmmaker bios, and info on how to get tickets.

Schedule (click to read more about each film from the BSDFF website):

Tuesday Feb 20th, 6p, MCT

Renga for the West (New Neighbors full feature)

Never Give Up While You Are Still Alive (Short by Joel Kambale)

Sunday Feb 25th, 8:15p, MCT

This is Congo (not part of the New Neighbors project but looks incredible and we are still proud to sponsor it!)

Kuwezesha Wanawake (Short by Justine Binwa)

 

Please join us for these transformative films and share the privilege of getting to hold these stories in your heart forever. 

We are so excited to bring you the fresh yet ancient flavors of Syria as presented by Guest Chef Ghalia Ahmad Fayz AlMasri.

In a country well known for its hospitality and generosity, many traditional Syrian dishes date back to at least the 13th century.  Large shared platters of food often include spiced varieties of meats such as lamb, nuts, rice, and flavorful combinations of vegetables. Scents of fresh herbs and garlic are common, and much care goes into presenting a dish that is as beautiful as it is delicious. Spending time with family and friends while gathering to share love through food is central to Syrian culture and cuisine, as well as ending the meal on tastes of sweetness. 

Come enjoy this incredible family style meal with us! 

Our second Supper club is being generously hosted by Masala and the limited seats will sell out fast!

Where: Masala – 206 W. Main St., Missoula

When: Sunday January 14th.  Doors open at 6p and food will be served at 6:30

Cost: $40/person

How: Call Masala at (406) 926-6444 to make a reservation.  Please let them know if you have a vegetarian in your party.

Please direct any further questions to mary@softlandingmissoula.org

Menu:

Appetizers (Mezza):

Fattoush Salad (Veg)

Baba Ganoush (Veg)

Kibbeh (Lamb)

Flat bread

 

Main course:

Kebab (Beef)

Stuffed Squash (Veg)

Rice

 

Desert:

Traditional Cookies

Coffee/tea

 

other drink options available for purchase

 

Come check out our booth at the Missoula MADE Fair this Sunday from 11 am – 6 pm. We will have awesome SLM swag for sale that is perfect for your holiday gift-giving! We will be located in the upstairs West gym, booth #195.

See you then!

We are excited to share that the Burns Street Bistro “Taste of Eritrea” event is completely full! If you would like to put your name on the cancellation list, call Burns Street Bistro at 543-0719.

Save the date for our next supper club at Masala on Sunday, January 14! 

Thank you all for your excitement for these events! We can’t wait to continue to host these amazing dinners in 2018!

Join Soft Landing Missoula and Eritrean chef Negasi Weldense Gebreyesus for our first Soft Landing Supper Club, “A Taste of Eritrea” at the Burns Street Bistro! 

The menu will feature traditional Eritrean items like Injera, Doro Wat, Atkit, and more! Rooted in warmth and spice, Eritrean food is full of flavor. Varying according to region of
the country, traditional foods include stews, wholesome meats and vegetables. Eritrean
culture and cuisine are best-shared family style, in community. Instead of utensils, enjoy
the hands-on elements of using injera, a traditional bread, to scoop up your next bite.

This event will be served “family style”; it is $40 per person.

Reservations for this special event are limited and are required. Call Burns Street Bistro at 406-543-0719 to make your reservation today! We are sure it will sell out quickly! 

what is this new “soft landing supper club”?

Through Soft Landing Supper Club, we hope to share the incredible culinary talent of some of Missoula’s newest neighbors, who bring rich traditions and flavor to our community, and offer it in love.

Every Monthly Supper Club will feature a different region of the world, highlighting a chef from the refugee community, in collaboration with local restaurants of Missoula. Proceeds from Supper Club will directly support the guest chef and Soft Landing Missoula.

We are grateful to the refugees of our community for their willingness to share their culture with us. A very special thank you to Burns St. Bistro for offering their kitchen, creative collaboration and guidance in hosting our first Monthly Supper Club.

In a world often divided, we believe it is United We Eat!

Soft Landing Missoula is excited to participate in the first-ever MADE Fair in Helena on Saturday Dec. 2 and Sunday Dec. 3 at the Lewis and Clark Fairgrounds. We will be sharing our message, selling our merchandise, and connecting with the Helena community.

Then, catch us at the can’t-miss Missoula MADE Fair the following weekend, Sunday December 10!

Come say hi and pick up some Soft Landing holiday gifts for your loved ones! See you there! 

This year, Soft Landing Missoula will participate in the national day of giving, #GivingTuesday.

2017 was marked by increased programming for refugee families, as well as numerous events to bring refugees and Missoulians together. These events were some of the first opportunities for Missoulians to see, hear, taste, and celebrate the new cultures that refugees have brought to our city. We have a lot more of this planned for 2018. Please help us make it happen!

On November 28, we encourage you to make a gift to Soft Landing Missoula to help us reach our goal of $10,000! Your support will impact our programming, events in the community, and resources here in the office. Check in throughout the day to take advantage of one of the incredible matches organizations and individuals have offered for this campaign. We are so grateful for you! 

To make a gift online, go to www.softlandingmissoula.org/donate. Or, text “GIVE2SLM” to Text “GIVE2SLM” to 1-844-544-7171. You can also drop off a check at our office, 939 Stephens Ave Suite C, any time between 8 am – 4 pm on Tuesday, Nov. 28!

Mark your calendar for November 28 to support SLM on #GivingTuesday!