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Everyone Is Known for Something (cont’d)
Of course the staff and other elders of Manda’s household, Spruce Lodge, enjoyed the rolls, but as people heard about them (and smelled them!), demand grew. Folks in Spruce Lodge began selling the rolls for a dollar a piece as
a fundraiser for their household mad money. Twice each year, the Bigfork Lions Club provided funds to purchase the ingredients and came to visit and enjoy the rolls with Manda and the other elders.
The iconic Carmen rolls became a tool for the household and organization to welcome new members of the household. The aroma of the delicious rolls also welcomed tour groups and other visitors to Bigfork Valley. Even the state surveyors were fortunate to make a visit when the rolls were being baked. There’s nothing like walking through the door into the smell of Carmen rolls baking to make you feel at home.
For the seven plus years Manda lived at Spruce Lodge before she passed away she continued to oversee the baking and teach staff the recipe. Her legacy lives on in the full bellies and smiles of all that continue to enjoy her caramel rolls today.
Community Learning Circle Questions
What are you known for?
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