"Tell us your story" fosters community

SEELEY LAKE – Conversation was lively following the "Tell Us Your Story" event Oct. 14. New connections had been made simply by listening to each share about their life and experiences - "I didn't know we both rode the bus to Missoula for high school," "Now I know who you are when I see you at the gym," "You're the one who works with that organization...I need to talk to you."

The storytelling event featured residents who shared their stories about why they moved to the area and why they love it in. According to Organizer Tom Beers, it was an effort to build community by gaining a deeper under...