Events with the tag: Polson
Friday, November 16
Movie shown about Alexander’s bad day
POLSON — Friday is movie day at the North Lake County Library. On Nov. 16 at 3:30 p.m. come watch a movie about the boy Alexander that has a lot of bad days, but this one is especially bad.
Saturday, November 17
Learn about author Ursula LeGuin
POLSON — On Saturday, Nov. 17, at 11 a.m. the North Lake County Library will show “Worlds of Ursula K. LeGuin,” a documentary on the life of the influential fantasy and science-fiction author Ursula K. Le Guin. This hour long documentary will explore Ursula’s works and her life story.
Monday, November 19
Enjoy nursery rhymes, stories with your toddlers
POLSON — The North Lake County Library hosts “Mother Goose,” a half-hour program for toddlers (ages 0-3) and their caregivers on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Come enjoy nursery rhymes and stories galore.
Ninety minutes of building fun open to all
POLSON — Makerspace is available on Mondays beginning at 3:30 p.m. at the North Lake County Library. This 90-minute program is for kids of all ages and their caregivers any Monday the library is open. Come build, make, and play. The theme for Nov. 19 is “Strange New Planet.”
Wednesday, November 21
Join community dance in Polson
POLSON — Please join us for the community dance at the Elks on Main Street on Wednesday, Nov. 21, from 7-10 p.m. in the ballroom. Music is provided by Ken’s Country Combo playing a variety of country and vintage rock and roll. Snacks are provided during break at 8:30 p.m. Drinks and soft drinks are available for purchase in the bar. Fountain water is also available. We will celebrate individuals who have had or will be having birthdays in November with a special cake. Everyone is welcome. An Elks membership is not required. Cover charge for the evening is $5. Come and check us out.
Thursday, November 22
Bring leftovers, watch movie
POLSON — The 4th Thursday’s free “Night at the Museum” takes place on Thanksgiving this year, so bring your leftover treats at 6:30 p.m. to the Miracle of America Museum and help us remember Veterans Day by watching the movie,”Kelly’s Heroes.” This power-packed, action movie mixed with tongue-in-cheek attitude make this one of the most entertaining movies that Clint Eastwood, Donald Sutherland, Telly Savalas, and Don Rickles have made. For more information contact Gil Mangels at 406-270-7895.
Free Thanksgiving dinner open to all in Polson
POLSON — The Polson Senior Center; at 504 Third Ave. E, will host the annual Polson Community Thanksgiving dinner, Thursday, Nov. 22, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Dinner is free and open to anyone who wishes to join us. If you need a ride to the center, or a meal delivered, please call 406-883.4735.
Friday, November 23
Help library purchase 3-D printer
POLSON — The North Lake County Library will hold a 20-percent off sale on everything in the library gift nook starting Friday, Nov. 23. All proceeds will go to the purchase of a 3-D printer for the library Makerspace.
Monday, November 26
Ninety minutes of building fun open to all
POLSON — Makerspace is available on Mondays beginning at 3:30 p.m. at the North Lake County Library. This 90-minute program is for kids of all ages and their caregivers any Monday the library is open. Come build, make, and play. The theme for Nov. 26 is “Volcanoes: Go With the Flow.”
Watch Mars InSight landing at library
POLSON — On Monday, Nov. 26, at 12:45 p.m. the Mars InSight Landing Watch Party will take place at the North Lake County Library. This party will live stream NASA TV coverage as the Mars InSight Lander reaches the red planet. There will be popcorn. There’s a great article on Space.com about the “six minutes of terror” and what else to expect from the coverage: https://www.space. com/42311-nasa-mars-insight- lander-touchdownvideo. html
Tuesday, November 27
Library offers class on computer basics
POLSON — From 2-3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 27, the North Lake County Library will hold the first part of a class on computer basics. This class will cover the absolute basics of starting out with a computer. You can come with your own device, borrow one from the library, or just follow along on the Smart Board. Please contact the library at 406-883-8225 to sign up for the class. This series is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, November 28
Learn how wetlands habitats are important
POLSON — “The Importance of Wetland Habitats for Wildlife and People” by Dennis Lichtenberg is the next Mission Mountain Audubon educational program and will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 28, at 7 p.m. in the Polson library meeting room. Wetland acreage in the United States has declined drastically since European settlement. Dennis will discuss the reason for the loss of wetlands and the importance of these habitats for both wildlife and people. Dennis Lichtenberg is a Geographic Information System map maker, analyst, and contractor that teaches geography at Salish Kootenai College.