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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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Tuesday, March 17

Club sells St. Patty’s pasties again

3/17/2015

POLSON — The Montecahto Women’s Club will be making their delicious St. Patty’s pasties again this year (our original recipe). If you are interested in ordering, please call Sharon at (406) 883-2072 or Myrna at (406) 407-2352. 

Leave a message with your phone number and amount ordered. They are $5 each and we will start selling on Saturday, March 7.

 

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Wednesday, March 18

More dancers needed

3/18/2015

POLSON — A Community Dance will be held on Wednesday, March 18, at the Elks Club from 7-10 p.m. The dance will feature Ken’s Country Combo. We could use some more dancers so join us for the fun. We bring treats to share, but it isn’t mandatory to do so.

 

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Thursday, March 19

First Citizens Bank to host SPLASH

3/19/2015

POLSON — Every month, the Polson Chamber invites its members and members of the public to join them during the monthly Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour (SPLASH). The March 19 SPLASH will be from 5-7 p.m. at First Citizens Bank, 213 First Street W.

The March event will include the announcement of the winners of the Chamber’s photography contest. The monthly SPLASH offers participants the chance to network and learn more about the featured business(s) every month. For additional information about this and other Chamber programs, visitwww.polsonchamber.com or call (406) 883-5969.  

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MVCA to present ‘Little Women’

3/19/2015 - 3/21/2015

POLSON — Mission Valley Christian Academy will present the play “Little Women” from March 19-21. 

For more information, contact Julie at (406) 883-6858.

 

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Friday, March 20

Plan to attend baby food idea meeting

3/20/2015

POLSON – Make plans to attend the Parents as Teachers Group Connections at the Lake County Health Department in Polson on Friday, March 20, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Gina Lozar, Registered Dietitian from the Polson WIC Office, will talk about transitioning from pureed baby foods to finger/table foods and give tips on making fun and healthy snacks. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend. A light lunch will be served. See our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/lakecountypat or call the Lake County Health Department at (406) 883-7288 for more info.

 

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Saturday, March 21

Mexican food on tap at Methodist fundraiser

3/21/2015

POLSON — Polson United Methodist Church’s Fiesta Dinner Fundraiser to reduce their mortgage debt is scheduled for Saturday, March 21.

This event includes great Mexican food, a silent auction, a pie auction, and door prizes. Prices are $10 per adult, $5 for children under 10 years of age, and children under 5 years of age are free.

Dinner is from 5-6:30 pm. Tickets may be purchased from a church member. The United Methodist Church is located at 301 16th Street E.

 

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Sunday, March 22

Spring celebrated with music

3/22/2015

POLSON — A “Celebration of Spring” music recital will be held in Polson at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 409 Fourth Ave. E, on Sunday, March 22, at 3 p.m. Donna Rowold, organist and minister of music at Good Shepherd, is bringing together her musical friends and colleagues to join her in a concert of a wide variety of music, from classical to blues. Scheduled to perform are pianists Karla Gallatin, Karen Vergeront, Gay Cochrane, Heather Mergenthaler and Diane Torres; harpist Cathy Gillhouse; violinists Del and Cheryl Des Jarlais; and the Flathead Flute Choir, with flutists Michael Kramarczyk, Libby Smith, Barbara Magone, and Kathy Quist. A free will offering will be received to benefit the Mission Valley Friends of the Arts Heat/Air Conditioner upgrade fund. The Greater Polson Community Foundation will match the collection. Please join us for a delightful afternoon of musical favorites. 

 

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Wednesday, March 25

Dance, enjoy treats on Wednesdays

3/25/2015

POLSON — Come one; come all to the best-kept secret for Wednesday night fun. The weekly dance at the Elks on Sixth and Main, is a great time. Bring your friends and practice your dance moves from 7-10 p.m. Tunes are provided by ‘Heart to Heart.’ We don’t have a sponsor anymore so, if you can, bring a treat to share.  

 

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Fire District to review truck purchase

3/25/2015

POLSON – The Polson Rural Fire District will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, March 25, at 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Station. The purpose of the meeting is to review Wildland Type 3 new fire truck purchase. All residents of the Polson Rural Fire District and interested general public are encouraged to attend. 

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MVCA to present ‘Little Women’

3/25/2015 - 3/27/2015

POLSON — Mission Valley Christian Academy will present the play “Little Women” from March 25-27. The Wednesday, March 25, matinee is at 1 p.m., and performances on Thursday, March 26, and Friday, March 27, begin at 7 p.m.  Dessert will be served during intermission. Tickets are $15 per person or $65 for a family of five.

For more information, contact Julie at (406) 883-6858.

 

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PSPI schedules March meeting

3/25/2015

POLSON — The March Partners in Suicide Prevention and Intervention meeting will be on Wednesday, March 25, at the Polson Tribal Health and Human Services Clinic on the third floor. It will be held from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Roxana Colman-Herak will present on Cyber-bullying and then have an open discussion. A short period of time will be dedicated to ideas for our social media Circle of Trust campaign.

 

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Thursday, March 26

Church to serve free community dinner

3/26/2015

POLSON — A free community dinner will be served on Thursday, March 26, at 6 p.m. at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. The menu will include Sloppy Joes, salads and dessert. All are welcome.

 

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Saturday, March 28

View gymnasts

3/28/2015

POLSON – On Saturday, March 28, the Head Over Heels Tumbling and Acrobatics Show will be held in the “gym” at the Polson Alliance Church on Highway 93 and Tower Road. The show begins with our littlest gymnasts opening at 1 p.m. At 2 p.m. our Tumblers will be showcased followed promptly by the Acro Teams. Questions may be addressed to Jessica at: headoverheelsmontana@gmail.com.

 

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