Events with the tag: Polson

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will hold another Computer Basics Class on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 2 p.m. entitled “Better Safe Than Sorry: Computer Backups and How to Do Them.” We will teach you why you need to do backups to keep your devices safe. This class is free and open to the public.

POLSON — You are invited to join the Parents as Teachers Home Visiting Team for a pumpkin-decorating, craft-making Halloween event at the North Lake County Public Library at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 30. Parents as Teachers Home Visiting Team will join the Wiggle Worms group for this fun event, open to all with young children. For more information, call the Lake County Health Department at 406-883-7288.

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Wiggle Worms program will study El Salvador from 3:30-5 p.m.

POLSON — On Thursday, Oct. 31, come Trick-or-Treat at North Lake County Public Library. Wear your costume or come as you are. We will be giving out candy until it is gone. 

POLSON — Are you passionate about the Polson community? Do you have an idea that would enhance our town? Come and explore the possibilities in a fun and engaging event facilitated by the University of Montana’s AMRII team. The evening will include a brainstorming session surrounding the topics of community enhancement and innovation. Persons of every age, background, and level of expertise are welcome. We will meet at Glacier Brewing Company on Nov. 1. Brainstorming will begin at 4:30 pm.

All former members of the Montana education community, bus drivers to administrators, teachers to custodians, paraprofessionals to cooks, even school board members, are invited to learn about MREA--the Montana Retired Educators' Association--at a Meet & Greet Friday, November 1, 1-3 p.m. at Fiesta en Jalisco in Polson. Come for a no-host lunch or just to ask questions and discover the benefits they offer. You might be surprised. For more information, contact Karen Richardson at 406-253-7581 or tbark@bresnan.net.

POLSON — Friday, Nov. 1, and Saturday, Nov. 2, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. the North Lake County Public Library’s Friends of the Library will hold a used book sale. Come in to the large meeting room of the library. There will be books of every genre, bargains galore. Fill a bag for $5 or buy the Friends of the Library canvas book bag for $15 and fill it up for free. All proceeds benefit the library’s many programs and projects.

POLSON — Come meet candidate for governor of Montana, Whitney Williams, on Friday, Nov. 1, from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Bickford Building, 220 Main Street. Join hosts Co Carew and Joe McConald for wine, cheese and other goodies.

POLSON — An annual fall bazaar and luncheon is being held at the First United Methodist Church, 301 Sixteenth Ave. E, on Friday, Nov. 1. Art, homemade crafts and bake goods will be sold from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. There will be soup, sandwiches and an apple dumpling with ice cream served from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Proceeds are used for local and church-wide Mission Outreach.

POLSON — Welcome Home Inc. is a new non-profit organization in Polson. They are planning a casual attire benefit dinner to honor local veterans on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 5-7 p.m. at the Red Lion Inn. They are planning on between 100-120 people attending this free event. There will be guest speakers from Sen. Tester's office and Sen. Daines’ office as well as local veterans sharing their stories. Some of our board members will introduce the services we offer free to veterans, gold star members and their families. Our services include a wide range of services from educational, medical and financial to emotional and recreational therapy. There is limited seating available, so RSVP as soon as possible to Jeannie Butler at 406- 890-1405.

POLSON — Classic Country Jammin’ will be held on Sunday, Nov. 3, in the Elks ballroom, on Main Street from 2– 5 p.m. This event will continue to be held on the first Sunday every month. Bring your guitar, banjo, mandolin, auto-harp, fiddle, drum, bass, sax, keyboard, etc., and join us for a few hours of fun. If playing you must bring your own equipment and it’s recommended you bring your own amp. You may also play acoustic. Everyone is welcome to play, sing, dance or just listen. The cover charge is $5 and there is no charge for singers or players. For further information call 406-883-3130.

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library continues their forays into Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) principles. This is a come-and-go-as-you need activity for kids of all ages from 3:30-5 p.m.

POLSON — Join us for the community dance at the Elks on Main Street on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 7-10 p.m. in the ballroom. Music is by Ken’s Country Combo playing a variety of classic country and vintage rock and roll. Snacks provided during break at 8:30 p.m. Elk membership is not required. Cover charge is $5. Come early as Elk members cook up great hamburgers for purchase from 5-7 p.m. prior to our dance. Everyone is welcome.

POLSON — The Polson Chamber of Commerce general meeting luncheon will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at The Red Lion Inn, 209 Ridgewater Dr., from noon-1 p.m. Lunch will be from MacKenzie River Pizza at a cost of $13 each. November’s guest speaker is Polson School Superintendent Rex Weltz. Reservations are not required. These meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month. For more information please call the Chamber office at 406- 883-5969 or Polsonchamber.com.

POLSON — A progressive sale where each week’s discounts get bigger while quantities become limited will take place at the North Lake County Public Library. Purchases will be given a five percent discount through Nov. 9. Browse and find the perfect gift for your book lovers. All sale proceeds go towards the purchase of new technology and other items for library patrons.

POLSON — A Zen meditation class is being offered at the YogaHeart Studio’s new location, 209 Ridgewater Drive, on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 6 p.m. (located in the Red Lion Inn with private entrance to Yogaheart just south of main entrance) The class is presented by Zen Priest Zenku, Jerry Smyers. We are encouraging all to attend to help establish a regular meditation practice for a healthy body and mind. There is no charge for the class. Everyone is wecome. For more details call 847-721-0665.

POLSON — The Polson Kiwanis Club will meet on Thursday, Nov. 7, at the KwaNaqNuk Resort downstairs in the Koostatah room from noon-1 p.m. Please join us to hear Kathy Ross, a landscape/gardener for 30-plus years in Northwest Montana, discuss the need for native insects, birds and the vital role native plants play in their survival. She'll also explore suggestions for landscaping practices and native plants that are not only attractive garden plants but promote biodiversity. All are welcome.

POLSON — You are cordially invited to attend an afternoon tea and coloring in the meeting room at the North Lake County Public Library, 2 First Ave. E On Thursday, Nov. 7, from 2-4 p.m. With the holiday season just around the corner, supplies will be provided to make place cards for a holiday table or a fall note to a friend. Vintage hats are welcome. (One simply can’t color in gloves, however.) See you then.

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library will hold their “Movie Day” on Friday, Nov. 8, at 3:45 p.m. Please noted this is a onetime only date change for our usual “First Friday Fun-Movie Day.”