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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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Saturday, March 22

Annual ‘Crab Crack’ put on calendar

3/22/2014

POLSON — The annual “Crab Crack” at the Polson Elks club will be held on Saturday, March 22.   

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Chamber sponsors free school board candidate training

3/22/2014

POLSON — The Polson Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring training for all school board candidates on Saturday, March 22, from 10 a.m.-noon at the North Lake County Public Library in Polson. This is a free course offered to anyone planning on running for a position on any school board.

 

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Tuesday, March 25

Cherry Valley hosts Kindergarten Roundup

3/25/2014 - 3/26/2014

POLSON — Polson Kindergarten Roundup will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 25 and 26 at Cherry Valley School. Please call for an appointment at (406) 883-6333.

 

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Internationally recognized flautist to perform

3/25/2014

POLSON — The internationally recognized Tibetan flautist, Nawang Khechog, will perform at the Crow’s Nest Art Gallery on Tuesday, March 25, from 2-4 p.m. We are truly privileged to have this acclaimed master musician in our midst. He will be accompanied by Tibetan rock star, Tselodoe Tipa. This sizzling event will include a (very) short talk by one of our home girl authors, Roberta Anderson, who recently published her first book in Nepal, titled “Thank You, India.” A book signing will follow her talk.

Please join us for what will prove to be an amazing, memorable event in the history of Polson. This event is open to the public.

 

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Wednesday, March 26

Democrats invited to general business meeting

3/26/2014

POLSON — All Lake County Democrats are invited to a general business meeting to be held on Wednesday, March 26, at the North Lake County Public Library in Polson. A social hour will start at 6:30 p.m. with the meeting convening at 7 p.m. Topics for discussion will be 2014 candidates, precinct captains and future fundraisers.

 

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Experimental Aircraft chapter to discuss upcoming year

3/26/2014

POLSON — The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1122 will meet Wednesday, March 26, at 6:30 p.m. at the Polson Airport.

Anyone interested in aviation or airplanes is invited to attend. We will discuss our schedule of events for the coming year.

For more information, call Mauri Morin at (406) 249-2250 or just show up and meet some of the local pilots. Meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of every month.

 

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Ken’s Country Combo on tap at community dance

3/26/2014

POLSON — Ken’s Country Combo will play at the Elks’ community dance on March 26 from 7-10 p.m. Please keep the wonderful treats coming.

 

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Thursday, March 27

Baptist Church hosts free chilidog dinner

3/27/2014

POLSON — Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E, is hosting a free community dinner on Thursday, March 27, from 6-7:30 p.m. Chilidogs, salads and desserts will be served. All are welcome to attend. 

 

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Friday, March 28

Play offers relief from winter blues

3/28/2014 - 3/30/2014

POLSON — Port Polson Players, in association with the Mission Valley Friends of the Arts, presents “The Farndale Ave. Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Murder Mystery” March 28-30. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and at 2 p.m. for the Sunday matinee. Call (406) 883-9212 for reservations. This show is a breath of fresh air and sure to tickle your funny bone after this exceedingly long winter.

 

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Shrives to speak at Pachyderm meeting

3/28/2014

POLSON — Mark Shrives, Polson’s City Manager, will be the featured speaker at the Friday, March 28, meeting of the Lake County Pachyderm Club held in the Polson Rural Fire Department building on Regatta Road near the fairgrounds. The business meeting begins at noon and social time begins at 11:30 a.m. Brown bag lunches are encouraged.

 

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Saturday, March 29

Talent show semifinals held at Sportspage

3/29/2014

POLSON — D&D Karoke and Anderson Broadcasting will present “Polson’s Got Talent,” Voices of the Mission Valley semifinals on Saturday, March 29, at the Sportspage. Win a trip to Las Vegas for two and cash prizes. For more info visit Andersonbroadcasting.com. All contestants must sign up before contest starts.

 

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Talent show semifinals held at Sportspage

3/29/2014

POLSON — D&D Karoke and Anderson Broadcasting will present “Polson’s Got Talent,” Voices of the Mission Valley semifinals on Saturday, March 29, at the Sportspage. Win a trip to Las Vegas for two and cash prizes. For more info visit Andersonbroadcasting.com. All contestants must sign up before contest starts.

 

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Tuesday, April 1

‘Love Unknown’ chosen as theme for Lenten worship through April 9

4/1/2014 - 4/9/2014

POLSON — Good Shepherd’s Wednesday services and soup suppers will be held each week during Lent, through April 9. The theme for this year’s Lenten worship is “Love Unknown.” We will follow the verses of “My Song is Love Unknown,” which include topics such as “love to the loveless,” “love and grief,” and the “needs we have.” The liturgy for each week comes from modern-day composer Marty Haugen’s “That You May Have Life.” Good Shepherd is located at 409 Fourth Ave. E in Polson. For more information, call (406) 883-5864 or visit the website: www.gslcpolsonmt.com.

 

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Bible study group meets through April 10

4/1/2014 - 4/10/2014

POLSON — Beginning Thursday, Feb. 20 from 1-3 p.m. a “Living the Questions” Christian faith study will have its first of eight meetings. Each session includes a video, guided discussion, spiritual exercises and Bible study. With the help of modern, progressive Christian theologians, we invite seekers and “alumni(ae)” of faith traditions to re-discover their Christian faith in new ways. We will meet at Polson United Methodist Church at 301 16th Ave E. For more information, you may contact Rev. Donna Young at (315) 283-3113 or Kathy Quist at (406) 883-0302.

 

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Free parenting course focuses on ‘Connecting with Your Kids’ through April 28

4/1/2014 - 4/25/2014

LAKE COUNTY — The Sunburst Community Service Foundation, is providing courses for parents. The courses are based on an early intervention program designed to enhance attachment security between parents and children.

The eight-week course, “Connecting with Your Kids,” will take place in Polson. The course is free but registration is required. Childcare will be available. Students who complete the course will receive a Circle of Security Certificate. The course will begin on Friday, March 7, and run eight weeks. For more information or to register, call the Sunburst office at (406) 883-4060 or (406) 396-4577.

 

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Good Shepherd schedules Holy Week Services through April 20

4/1/2014 - 4/20/2014

POLSON — Several worship services are scheduled at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Polson during Holy Week.

The Maundy Thursday service, commemorating the Last Supper, will include a study, hymns and Holy Communion. The service begins at 6:30 p.m.

The Good Friday service on April 18 also begins at 6:30 p.m. Lessons and hymns reflect on the events occurring after the Last Supper through the time of Christ’s crucifixion.

Easter Sunday begins bright and early April 20, with a 7 a.m. sunrise service. The youth group will serve a hearty breakfast at 8 a.m. There is no charge for the meal; however, donations will be gratefully accepted and go toward the 2014 service trip to Bethlehem. The Easter Day service begins at 9 a.m. Holy Communion will be served at both services. For more information, call (406) 883-5864, email: gslcpolsonmt@gmail.com or visit: www.gslcpolsonmt.com.

 

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Mission Valley Aquatics to hire, train lifeguards through April 6

4/1/2014 - 4/6/2014

POLSON — Mission Valley Aquatics is hiring lifeguards and swim instructors to fill morning and daytime shifts during the week. If you are 15 or older and looking for a great part-time or summer job, or a challenging career that’s in demand, this Red Cross Lifeguarding Program is the place to start. Course will be held Sundays and Wednesdays beginning March 9, with the final exam being held on April 6. 

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Wednesday, April 2

King to speak at Polson Chamber meeting

4/2/2014

POLSON — Polson Chamber general meeting and luncheon is scheduled for Wednesday, April 2, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort in Polson from noon-1 p.m. David W. King will be sharing one of his latest projects with the Western Montana Growers Co-op and Lake County Community Development on the “Farm to School” program.

 

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Snowbirds welcomed back at community dance

4/2/2014

POLSON — Ken’s Country Combo will play on Wednesday, April 2, at the Elks from 7-10 pm. The group welcomes back all the snowbirds. You have been missed. Bring a treat to share and join us.

 

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Thursday, April 3

Museum provides venue for students’ music

4/3/2014

POLSON — The Miracle of America Museum on Memory Lane, in Polson, just off of Highway 93 S, will present an evening of enlightening music on Thursday, April 3, from 5-7 p.m. This is a free concert provided by the students of Fiddle Sticks School Of Music. This year’s selections will be old time fiddle tunes, jazz, big band era, country western, beach tunes and more from 1920s through 2000s, showcasing how young and old can learn to play the instrument they always wanted to. For more information, call (406) 883-1519.

 

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