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‘Park After Dark’ winter hike offered at Lone Pine State Park

KALISPELL — On Wednesday, Feb. 16, from  7:30-9 p.m. experience Lone Pine State Park on a wintery night on this full moon hike. Moon views vary depending on cloud cover, but you’re guaranteed a nighttime adventure that experiences the park after hours. Be sure to dress for the weather. Trails are typically icy at this time of year, so wear micro spikes like Yaktrax if there’s snow on the ground. We’ll have snowshoes available if needed. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706, ext. 0, to register, as space is limited. Cost is $4 per hiker ($8 entry fee for non-resident vehicles).

 

‘Prepare to be Bear Aware’ education class offered at Lone Pine

 

 

KALISPELL — On Saturday, March 16, at 10 a.m. at Lone Pine State Park Visitor Center, you can learn safety tips and tools to keep people safe and bears wild as they emerge from their dens this spring. Join us as we share practical strategies designed to minimize bear-human conflicts and promote coexistence. From securing garbage bins to proper food storage techniques, we will share provide invaluable insights into creating bear-resistant environments. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and take action for the well-being of all. Registration is required as space is limited. There is no charge for this program. ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). For more information visit: fwp.mt.gov/stateparks/lone-pine or call 406-755-2706

 

Attend ‘Here Comes the Sun’ Concert

POLSON — The Polson Fairground Amphitheatre is the site of the “Here Comes the Sun” concert. This concert celebrates the sounds and songs of the Beatles at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 29. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food trucks will be on site at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each.

 

Country Jam, dances cancelled

POLSON — Our Classic Country Jammin’ scheduled for April 5, at the Elks Ballroom in Polson is cancelled until further notice. Wednesday night dances at the Elks’ ballroom in Polson are also cancelled until further notice. We pray that everyone is staying home and being safe. We do have to go out for essentials and that is okay. Lake City Bakery, McDonalds and Burgerville are open in Polson for take outs. We are all in this together and need to help each other wherever we can, physically or financially. Please encourage one another and we will all get through this. Don’t be prideful and not ask for help, if you really need it. This hardship we are going through may take a little time but if we all work together and for each other, it will pass. We hope to see you all again very soon.

Experience ‘Lights under the Big Sky’

RONAN — On Saturday, Dec. 11, “Lights Under the Big Sky” will provide fun and entertainment for residents of the Mission Valley at the Ronan Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. There will be holiday lights displays; family activities and Santa.

 

Flathead Cheese holds annual open house

POLSON — Flathead Cheese, will hold their annual Open House Week from July 2-7, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, at their shop, 208 First Ave. E. Call 406-883-0343 for more information.

Free 'Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care' training held

PABLO — On April 22, from noon3 p.m. at Salish Kootenai College, Teresa Nygaard will present a free training entitled, "Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care." Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) is a term to describe traumatic events occurring before age 18. Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that without supports can have long-term negative effects. When “we” are trauma-informed, we realize the impact of trauma and understand there is potential for recovery. We recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma in those that we interact with and in ourselves. We respond by fully integrating knowledge about trauma into procedures, policies and practices. We seek to actively resist re-traumatization. We stop asking “What’s happening to you?” This training delves into this topic, responding to participants based on their pre-existing knowledge of the topic.

Credits are available.

The training is free but has limited seating. To register, send name, email, and contact number to: helpinghandsfund1@gmail.com. Registration confirmation will be sent within seven days. 

 

 

Free online meditation classes

ZOOM — Please join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesday, Dec. 28, and on subsequent Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, including meditation instruction, practice and discussion via Zoom. The classes will be each Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. Please join us and take advantage of this opportunity. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.

 

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Monday, February 8

ACT to discuss refugee resettlement

2/8/2016

POLSON — On Monday, Feb. 8, learn the latest information about the effort to establish an office to coordinate refugee resettlement and bring 100 refugees a year to Missoula, plan to attend the program, “Refugee Resettlement: What does it mean to you?” Two short videos and the latest information on refugee resettlement throughout the country will be presented from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Red Lion Inn. This is part of a free series on the threat of radical Islam sponsored by the Lake County ACT for America. Contact: lakecountact@gmail.com.

 

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Herb group plans busy meeting

2/8/2016

POLSON — The next gathering of the “Thyme for Herbs Group” will be Monday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m. in the North County Library meeting room. Our topic will be “Strategies for Prevention.” We will continue the discussion of ingredients to avoid in our foods and other products. During February we will focus on cayenne, ginger, and turmeric and talk about planning our gardens for the most productivity. For those who are new to using herbs, we are planning some special classes for beginners.

Call Linda Peterson 406-319-2446 for details.

 

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Kiwanis cook burgers, support youth

2/8/2016

POLSON — On Monday, Feb. 8, from 4:30-8 p.m. at the VFW, the Kiwanis Club is cooking buffalo burgers to support youth programs. Tickets are $8 and come with salads, fresh pie and a beverage.

 

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Thursday, February 11

Introductory meditation class rescheduled

2/11/2016

POLSON — A special Introduction to Zen Meditation Class that was being offered at the Yoga Heart Studio, 314 Main Street, on Thursday, Feb. 11, at 7 p.m. has been rescheduled until sometime in March. For more details call 847-721-0665.

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Support Polson girls’ basketball

2/11/2016

POLSON — Come out and support the Polson Lady Pirates basketball teams on Thursday, Feb. 11, against Bigfork High School in the Linderman Gymnasium. Freshman game starts at 4:15 p.m., JV game is at 5:45 p.m. with the varsity game at 7:30 p.m. For more information go to the Polson High School website.  

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Valentine’s theme chosen for Masumola meeting

2/11/2016

POLSON — Masumola Club will meet on Feb. 11 starting with social hour at 5:45 p.m. Hosts for February are Lou and Irene Marchello and Ron McClellan.  It will be a Valentine’s theme.

Suggested potluck food distribution are: A–H salad or veggie; I–O; meat or hot dish; P –Z dessert. March hosts are the Olsons, the Clements and the Mowbrays. There will be live music provided by The Shamrockers.

 

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Friday, February 12

All invited to Friendship Dinner

2/12/2016

POLSON — A free dinner will be served at the Polson Presbyterian Church on Feb. 12 from 5-6:30 p.m. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from the Linderman School. Come join us. The Friendship Table Dinner is free and open to all.

 

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Sheriff to address Pachyderm Club

2/12/2016

POLSON — Lake County Sheriff Don Bell will speak at the Friday, Feb. 12, noon meeting of the Lake County Pachyderm Club at the Polson Rural Fire Dept. meeting room. Sheriff Bell will assess his first year in office, report on the consolidation of all Search and Rescue equipment to under one roof, and discuss the “meth” problem in Lake County. The meeting is open to the public, and everyone is encouraged to attend.

 

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Tuesday, February 16

Pirates play last basketball game

2/16/2016

POLSON — Come out and support the Polson Pirates basketball teams on Tuesday, Feb. 16, against Whitefish High School at Linderman Gymnasium. Freshman game starts at 4:15 p.m., JV game is at 5:45 p.m. and varsity at 7:30 p.m. This is the boys’ last game and is Senior Night.  For more information, go to the Polson High School website.

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Self Help Law Center comes to Polson

2/16/2016

POLSON — Missoula Self Help Law Center will be in Polson on Tuesday, Feb. 16, at the North Lake County Public Library from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. They will provide services on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Walk-ins are welcome all day or to schedule an appointment please call 406-258-3428.

 

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Wednesday, February 17

Annual Quilt Show on tap in Polson through Feb. 23

2/17/2016 - 2/23/2016

POLSON — Join us for All In Stitches’ 15th Annual Walk Around Polson Quilt Show. Quilts will hang in businesses on Main Street from Saturday, Feb. 13, through Saturday, Feb. 27. Plan some time to pick up a ballot and walk around Polson to vote on your favorite quilts by Feb. 23. Ribbons will be hung Feb. 24. Feel free to call All In Stitches at 406-883-3643, if you have any questions.

 

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Community Dance continues tradition

2/17/2016

POLSON — The Community Dance has been going on at the Elks Club for nearly 25 years. Every first and third Wednesday from 7-10 p.m. Ken’s Country Combo plays wonderful tunes and does take requests. Come check it out. 

 

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Dance participants desired

2/17/2016

POLSON — We really could use your support at the dance at the Elks on Feb. 17. We need bigger crowds and would love to include you. Ken’s Country Combo plays the wonderful music. We get together from 7-10 p.m. at the Elks. Come and join the fun.

 

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Learn about digital technology

2/17/2016

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library, 2 First Ave. E, will host Digital Learning Day on Wednesday, Feb. 17, from 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. in the library meeting room. Trainer Sara Fisher will instruct and answer your questions about technology and electronic devices. Devices such as an iPad, Kindle, etc. will be available to explore, along with instructional practice involving the library’s e-resources. There will also be laptops featuring different topics or skills. Information about free technology tutorials will be offered. Any one of any age or skill level is invited. For more information, call 406-883-8225.

 

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Parents as Partners invite the public

2/17/2016

POLSON —The theme for the Wednesday, Feb. 17, Parents as Teachers Community Connection will be “Random Acts of Kindness.” Open to the public, this fun event will include snacks, an activity or two, places to climb and crawl through, and story time. Kids will be able to take a book home with them too. Come join us from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main St.

Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend this free program. This is a good chance to meet other families with young children in the area, and to learn more about the Parents as Teachers Home Visiting program. Call LCPH at 406-883-7288 for more information.

 

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Roundtable Resource meeting to serve lunch

2/17/2016

POLSON — The Resource Roundtable will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 17, at the Lake County Health Department conference room at noon. Lunch will be provided; hope you can join us.

 

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Wednesday services continue during Lent through Mar. 16

2/17/2016 - 3/16/2016

POLSON — Ash Wednesday and Lenten soup suppers and worship services will be held each Wednesday, Feb. 10-March 16, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Suppers are at 5:30 p.m., followed by the worship services at 6:30 p.m. Good Shepherd is located at 409 Fourth Ave. For more information, call 406-883-5864 or visit the website: www.gslcpolsonmt.com.

 

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Thursday, February 18

Final Pirate girls’ basketball game played

2/18/2016

POLSON — Come out and support the Polson Lady Pirates basketball teams on Thursday, Feb. 18, against Whitefish High School in the Linderman  Gymnasium. Freshman game starts at 4:15 p.m., JV game is at 5:45 p.m. with the varsity game at 7:30 p.m. This is the girls’ last home game and will be Senior Night. For more information go to the Polson High School website

 

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Parent Educators to address Kiwanis Club

2/18/2016

POLSON — The Polson Kiwanis Club meets the first and third Thursday of each month at the KwaTaqNuk Resort, Koostatah room from noon-1 p.m. Please join us Feb. 18 when our guest speakers will be Jenifer Blumberg and Savanna Bell, RN, who are Parent Educators with the Lake County Public Health Department. They will give an overview on the Parents as Teachers Home Visiting Program. They will also provide a summary of the Adverse Childhood Experience Study and its impact on children and families. Finally, they will talk about The Nest, a new home in Lake County/Flathead Reservation serving pregnant and parenting young moms.

 

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SPLASH held at Red Lion

2/18/2016

POLSON — Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour will be held Thursday, Feb. 18, from 5-7 p.m. Your host will be Red Lion Hotels, 209 Ridgewater Drive. See you there.

 

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Saturday, February 20

Annual Winter Fest to benefit ‘Soup’s On’

2/20/2016

POLSON — Blue Smoke will headline Polson’s Seventh Annual Winter Fest, Saturday, Feb. 20, at the Elks Club Ball Room, beginning at 5 p.m. “Soup’s On,” a free food program relies on this yearly fundraiser to support these efforts. Admission is only $10, which includes a Montana Feast in the Spirit of the Valley. Desserts will feature our finest bakers who volunteer weekly at Soup’s On. Children under 10 are free. A silent auction and 50/50 drawing are also on tap. Donation items for the auction are greatly appreciated. If you have any questions you may contact the Wander Inn between 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Thursday at 406-883-5160 or 406-871-1109.

 

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