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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, April 19

Children invited to Easter egg hunt

4/19/2014

POLSON — The Polson Community Easter Egg Hunt, brought to you by Alpha Upsilon chapter of Beta Sigma Phi, will take place at Boettcher Park on Saturday, April 19, at 9 a.m. sharp. Children will be grouped by age from babies up to the fourth grade.  

 

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Frisbees to fly at tournament

4/19/2014

POLSON — Mission Valley Christian Academy Ultimate Frisbee Invitational is on Saturday, April 19, at 10 a.m. at the school, 38907 Highway 35 in Polson. There will be concessions, hot dogs for lunch and a bake sale available. Come check out Ultimate Frisbee and support the concessions. Proceeds help the team go to Seattle for a tournament.

 

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Nancy’s Kids sponsors Easter activities at Walmart

4/19/2014

POLSON — On Saturday, April 19, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Nancy’s Kids will sponsor a free kids’ carnival, train rides, a DJ, a free photo of your child with the Easter Bunny and an all-day bake sale at the Polson Walmart. A BBQ will also be held with proceeds going to a local veteran. For more information, contact Nancy at (406) 871-9784 or (406) 885-5504.

 

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Monday, April 21

Movie night to take place at Journey Be’s Wander Inn

4/21/2014

POLSON — The Montana Co-op Local Food and Sustainability’s “Monday Night at the Movies Spring Film Series” Monday, April 21, featured film will be “Foodmatters - Let thy food be thy medicine.”

The movie night is free; bring snacks if you desire. Show time is 6 p.m. The Co-op order meeting begins at 5 p.m. Come out, show up, eat well, live well, join the Montana Co-op night at Wander Inn at Journey Be, 101 Seventh Ave. W. in Polson. For more information, call (406) 883-1330.

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Wednesday, April 23

EAA to hear guest speaker

4/23/2014

POLSON — The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1122 will hold the April meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 23, at the Polson airport. This meeting is a planned potluck social and open to anyone interested in aviation. Everyone is asked to bring a side dish, salad, or desert; the chapter will provide burgers. Our guest speaker will be Keith Urbach who will speak on “Supporting Air Force One.” 

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Enjoy First Resort’s ‘Ladies’ Night’

4/23/2014

POLSON — Grab your girlfriends and join the First Resort on April 23, from 4-8 p.m., for “Ladies Night.” Enjoy great giveaways, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, wine and huge discounts.

 

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Heart to Heart to play at community dance

4/23/2014

POLSON — April 23 is the date for the next dance at the Elks. Bring treats and join the fun. Heart to Heart will play their wonderful tunes from 7-10 p.m.

 

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Thursday, April 24

All welcome at free soup dinner

4/24/2014

POLSON — A free community dinner will be held at Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E, on Thursday, April 24 from 6-7:30 p.m. The menu includes soups, salad and dessert. All are welcome.

 

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Library hosts open house in appreciation of Trustee Gran

4/24/2014

POLSON — The public is invited to an open house at North Lake County Public Library in appreciation of retiring library trustee Jackie Gran. The reception will be held in the library’s atrium from 3-5 p.m. on Thursday, April 24. Jackie served on the board of trustees for 12 years. The library is located at 2 First Ave. E. in Polson and can be contacted at (406) 883-8225.

 

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Friday, April 25

Annual yard sale starts at St. Andrews in Polson

4/25/2014

The St. Andrews Episcopal Church is holding their annual yard sale Friday and Saturday, April 25 and 26 at 110 6th Avenue East, at the corner of 2nd Street East. The sale is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday. All proceeds go to local charities.

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Cowboy Ball proceeds to benefit fairgrounds

4/25/2014

POLSON — Polson Fairgrounds, Inc.’s 24th annual Cowboy Ball, Dinner and Auction will be held Friday, April 25, under the Big Tent at the Polson Fairgrounds. No host cocktails and silent auction is at 5:30 p.m.; dinner is at 6:30 p.m.; a live auction takes place at 7:30 p.m.; and dancing featuring Southern Comfort Band will follow. Tickets are $40 each and include one free beer or a glass of wine. Proceeds to benefit fairground improvement and your donations are tax deductible. They are seeking donations of any type, large or small, both for the silent and the live auctions. For donations, tickets, or questions, call David or Una Rose Graham at (406) 883-1100.   

 

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Pachyderms invite Whitsitt to speak

4/25/2014

POLSON — The “Oil and Gas Revolution: The What, the Why … and the Factoid Factor” will be the topic at the Friday, April 25, meeting of the Lake County Pachyderms beginning at noon at the Polson Rural Fire Department building on Regatta Road near the fairgrounds. Dr. Bill Whitsitt, a former energy company executive and industry association leader, will be the guest speaker. 

 

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Saturday, April 26

Anderson Radio hosts annual Trades Fair

4/26/2014

POLSON — Anderson Radio Broadcasting, Inc. will present the Mission Valley Trades Fair and Business Expo, with vendors from all over, to be held at Polson High School. This has been an annual event for more than 20 years. It will take place on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For more information, call (406) 883-9200 or 1 (800) 750-5377.   

 

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Annual yard sale set for St. Andrews Church in Polson

4/26/2014

The St. Andrews Episcopal Church is holding their annual yard sale Saturday, April 26 at 110 6th Avenue East, at the corner of 2nd Street East. The sale is open from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. All proceeds go to local charities.

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Golf scramble to benefit CASA

4/26/2014

POLSON — CASA of Lake County’s golf scramble, hosted by Mick Holien, will take place at Polson Bay Golf Course on Saturday, April 26. The shotgun start 18-hole, four-person scramble includes registration/breakfast at 8 a.m. Entry fee is $260 per team or $60 per person. Tee off is at 10 a.m. Proceeds go directly to CASA of Lake County. Hit a hole-in-one shot for a car. For more details, call (406) 883-0158 or (406) 887-2058.

 

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St. Joe’s hosts second ‘Baby Fair’

4/26/2014

POLSON — The Nesting Place, at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center, is holding their second annual “Baby Fair” on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. in the first floor lobby. They will have information about birthing options, postpartum depression, infant safety and much more. You will be able to visit with pediatric providers, obstetricians, the Department of Public Health and Human Services, and other community groups. There will be several raffle prizes, so if you are having a baby, recently had a baby or planning to have a baby, don’t miss this event.

 

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Monday, April 28

Learn mysteries of words, music on water

4/28/2014

POLSON — The Montana Co-op Educational team’s “Monday Night at the Movies Spring Film Series” offers films on health, fitness, permaculture, gardening and other topics. All persons are invited to learn and share how we as a community can help each other to achieve a healthier lifestyle and thrive. Movie night is free; bring snacks if you desire. Show time is 6 p.m. at the Wander In at Journey Be, 101 Seventh Ave. W. in Polson. To learn more or order from the Co-op, come at 5 p.m. for the order meeting. On April 28 the movie is “Messages From Water - A look at water and the mysterious effects that words and music have on it.” For more information, call (406) 883-1330 or (406) 883-0110.

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Wednesday, April 30

Community invited to dance

4/30/2014

POLSON — Ken’s Country Combo will play for the April 30 dance at the Elks from 7-10 p.m. Treats are very much appreciated. Please join in and see all your friends there. 

 

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SKC to host annual Celebration of Research

4/30/2014

POLSON — The fourth annual Celebration of Research is on Wednesday, April 30, at SKC in the gym from 5-8 p.m. The event is kid-friendly and will have a barbecue.

 

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Thursday, May 1

‘Stepping On’ class teaches seniors strength, balance through May 27

5/1/2014 - 5/27/2014

POLSON — St. Joseph Medical Center is holding “Stepping On,” a falls-prevention program. This class meets for two hours a week for seven weeks starting April 15. It aims to reduce the more than one-third of adults 65 or older who fall every year. By joining our “Stepping On” workshop, you will learn tips on strength and balance exercises, identification of safe footwear, medications' contribution to fall-risk, eliminating fall hazards in your home, and so much more. This course has been shown to reduce fall risk by up to 30 percent. Join and learn with people your own age how to step outside your home with confidence. To register or to get more information, call Stephanie at (406) 883-8453.

 

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Barron serves ‘Barron Burgers’ at KOA

5/1/2014

POLSON — Please join us for a Meet and Greet on May 1, 2014, with Commissioner Bill Barron. He will be at the Polson Motorhome Park/KOA from 5-7:30 p.m. and will serve “Barron Burgers” and other refreshments.  Come meet and talk with Commissioner Barron and bring any questions or concerns you may have. This is sponsored by Citizens to Re-elect Bill Barron for Lake County Commissioner.

 

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Sandpiper Gallery show through May 9

5/1/2014 - 5/9/2014

Sandpiper Art & Gift Gallery presents ‘Cameras & Color’ a bright show that zooms in on invited artists Patrick Berry (watercolor), Lael Gray (various paint mediums), Kay Langlan (B&W photography printed on metal) and Sandpiper member Nancy Miller (floral paintings). The show will run from April 1st to May 9th, at the Gallery at 306 Main Street in Polson. For more information call 883-5956 or visit sandpiperartgallery.com.

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Friday, May 2

Church presents free movie

5/2/2014

POLSON — The theme of the film “Courageous” is honor begins at home. This movie will be shown Friday, May 2, at 7 p.m. at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. This movie is free; come and bring a friend. 

 

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Participate in Polson’s ‘Clean Up-Green Up Day’

5/2/2014

POLSON — Join Polson’s community-wide annual spring “Clean Up-Green Up Day” set for Friday, May 2, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Headquarters will be located in the Polson library community room at 2 First Ave. E. Volunteers may come to designate areas where they want to work or to be assigned areas that need cleaning up. Lightweight gloves, garbage bags, orange plastic vests, pointed pick-up sticks, bottled water, hot coffee and cookies will be available at “Clean Up-Green Up” headquarters. Participants may register to win one of four gift certificates from local businesses. The Beautification Committee of Envision Polson organizes this cleanup day.

 

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