Valley Journal
Valley Journal

Submit an Event

NOTE: All submissions are subject to our Submission Guidelines.

Ongoing Events

‘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.

 

through

Events with the tag: Polson

View All Events

Tuesday, April 24

Computer classes held at library

4/24/2018

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library presents free twice-monthly computer classes that can provide you with computer and technology basics. On April 24, at 2 p.m. “Internet Basics No. 2” will be taught. All classes will be held in the Library Community Room. Reserve your spot by contacting Heather or the Circulation Desk at 406-883-8225.

Tags:  Polson  

Learn about Essiac tea

4/24/2018

POLSON — Mrs. Wonderful’s, 103B Third Ave. E, will hold a free tea-tasting with Wonderful cookies to follow on Tuesday, April 24, from 4-6 p.m. Come learn about Essiac tea and its 100 plus-year history of helping people thrive. We are seeking volunteers for an informal anecdotal study.

Tags:  Polson  

Wednesday, April 25

Elks begin ‘Open Mic/ Jam’ events for charities

4/25/2018

POLSON — The Elks is having an “Open Mic/ Jam” for charity to benefit the Helping Hands group on Wednesday, April 25, at 7:30 p.m. The jam is open to the public. Call Steve McCoy at 406-253-8666 for more information. The Elks plan to have an “Open Mic/Jam” every third Wednesday of the month to benefit a different non-profit each time. Please come out and play/support your local musicians and help different charities.

Tags:  Polson  

Free Zen Meditation Class offered

4/25/2018

POLSON — A Zen Meditation Class is being offered at the YogaHeart Studio, 314 Main Street, on Wednesday, April 25, at 6 p.m. The classes will be presented by Zen Priest Zenku, Jerry Smyers. There is no charge for the class. Everyone is welcome. For more details call 847-721-0665.

Tags:  Polson  

Thursday, April 26

Story time held at library

4/26/2018

POLSON – Please join us at the North Lake County Public Library every Thursday at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for a one-hour program for children ages 3-5, their siblings and their caregivers. The program for April 26 is “What is your DNA?”

Tags:  Polson  

Tour pioneer village at MOAM event

4/26/2018

POLSON — The free “Night at the Museum,” event will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 26, at the Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane. By request, we will be doing an outside walking tour of the outside museum pioneer village with explanations of the history of some of the buildings and artifacts. April programs will cover the east yard. If you want more information, call 406-883-6804 or 406-270-7895.

Tags:  Polson  

Friday, April 27

Learn about Boys and Girls Club plans

4/27/2018

POLSON — You are invited to hear a speaker at the Pachyderm meeting from noon – 1 p.m. on Friday, April 27, at the Rural Fire Station off Regatta Road. Amy Vaughan, the director of operations for the Boy and Girls Club, will share updates on what the organization is doing to build capacity and impact through various projects in Lake county. The organization plans a new facility in Polson across from the Middle School, which will include a Community Center.

Tags:  Polson  

PHS students serve spaghetti, perform play

4/27/2018 - 4/28/2018

POLSON — Polson High School students will perform the play, “Reality Stars: Greek Gods Edition” by Jonathon Yukich. At 7 p.m. on April 27 and 28 at the Polson High School Auditorium. The cost is $5 for students and $7 for adults. The Spanish Club will host a spaghetti dinner from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the PHS cafeteria for $5 each or $20 for a family.

Tags:  Polson  

Saturday, April 28

Visit MV Trades Show, Business Expo

4/28/2018

POLSON — Mission Valley Spring Trades Show and Business Expo takes place on April 28 at Polson High School. Get your picture taken with a real live Super Hero. Wear a Super Hero costume, t-shirt or hat and win special prizes. Follow us on Facebook to see which super heroes will be at the show. Businesses are invited to participate in this exciting, effective and unique marketing opportunity. The festive environment and tradition of the Trades Fair makes it convenient and fun for potential customers to experience your product or service. We are proud to have a history of a tremendous variety of exhibitors, with virtually all aspects of commerce represented. Space is limited. Reserve your booth today. Our fax number is 406-883-4441. Call 406-883-9200, 406-675-9200 or 1-800-750-5377 for information.

Tags:  Polson  

Tuesday, May 1

Join ‘Moving for Better Balance’

5/1/2018 - 7/19/2018

POLSON — Moving for Better Balance, an evidence-based, adapted Tai Chi class, will be offered by the Area VI Agency on Aging on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. for 12 weeks, May 1-July 19. Classes will be held at the Polson Senior Center. The fee is $35 for senior center members, $50 for non-members (they get a membership included), but everything is on a slidingscale. Call 406-883-7284 for information or to sign up.

Tags:  Polson  

New exhibit begins at Sandpiper Gallery through May 11

5/1/2018 - 5/11/2018

POLSON — The exhibit, “It’s All About The Timing” will be shown at the Sandpiper Gallery, 306 Main Street, from April 9-May 11. This exhibit features member artists Nathan Eyre (wood); Patrick Berry (acrylic) ; Barb Shrider (watercolor) ; Willie DeJana (mixed media); and guest artists Kristy Humble (found art); Kody Bundy (scratchboard).

Tags:  Polson  

Wednesday, May 2

Free Zen Meditation class offered

5/2/2018

POLSON — Zen Meditation Class is being offered at the YogaHeart Studio, 314 Main Street, Polson on Wednesday, May 2, at 6 p.m. The classes are presented by Zen Priest Zenku, Jerry Smyers. There is no charge for the class. Everyone is welcome. For more details call 847-721-0665.

Tags:  Polson  

Join the community dance

5/2/2018

POLSON — Calling all of you who love classic country music to come and join us at our next dance from 7-10 p.m., on Wednesday, May 2, at the Elks on Main Street. The Band also plays music from the '50s, '60s and '70s. If you like hamburgers, the Elks puts out a pretty good one before the dance. The cost of the dance is $5 per person. Come and enjoy yourselves.

Tags:  Polson  

Thursday, May 3

National Day of Prayer event planned

5/3/2018

POLSON — A local Christian National Day of Prayer event will take place from noon-1 p.m. at the Lake County Courthouse front lawn. Go to: www.nationaldayofprayer.org for more information. All are welcome. Call Pastor Gregg at 406-261-8723 for details.

Tags:  Polson  

Story time held at library

5/3/2018

POLSON – Please join us at the North Lake County Public Library every Thursday at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for a one-hour program for children ages 3-5, their siblings and their caregivers. The program for May 3, is “We the Kids of the USA.”

Tags:  Polson  

Travel Channel airs Flathead Historical Museum’s Flathead Lake Monster story

5/3/2018

POLSON — On Thursday, May 3, 2018, at 7 p.m., The Travel Channel’s “Mysteries at the Museum” program will air their program, which includes The Polson-Flathead Historical Museum’s Flathead Lake Monster and an interview with the museum President, Karen Dunwell, about this amazing event. Host Don Wildman digs into the world’s greatest institutions to unearth extraordinary relics that reveal incredible secrets from the past. Through compelling interviews, rare archival footage and arresting recreations, “Mysteries at the Museum” illuminates the hidden treasures at the heart of history’s most incredible triumphs, sensational crimes and bizarre encounters. (Hour-long episodes.) “Lucky Lucca, The Flathead Lake Monster and Bumbling to Berlin” - premieres Thursday, May 3, at 7 p.m. In this episode Don Wildman investigates an explosive tale of a four-legged hero; a fearsome creature found in a Montana lake and a pilot’s attempt to push the boundaries of aviation.

Tags:  Polson  

Tribal Police Chief speaks to Kiwanis Club

5/3/2018

POLSON — Polson Kiwanis Club will meet at noon on Thursday, May 3, downstairs at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Police Chief Craige Couture will be the speaker. He will talk about law enforcement from the perspective of the Tribal Police. He will highlight what additional resources are available to at-risk tribal youth. The public is welcome to attend.

Tags:  Polson  

Friday, May 4

Cleanup in Polson

5/4/2018 - 5/6/2018

POLSON — On Friday through Sunday, May 4-6, Polson will hold their annual “Clean Up! Green Up!” event. On Friday go the North Lake County Library Atrium Room at 2 First Ave. E from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. to pick up trash bags, gloves and assignment area for cleanup. Refreshments will be available there also. Shred Day will take place from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Glacier Bank, 50510 Highway 93. Two boxes per person are allowed. City of Polson Curbside Pick Up will also take place on Friday, May 4. Have your leaves and branches on the curb by 8 a.m. for “free” pickup. No garbage please.

Tags:  Polson  

Come visit first day of Polson Farmers Market

5/4/2018

POLSON — The first day of Polson’s 2018 Famers Market season takes place on Friday, May 4, in downtown on Third Ave. W from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The market offers locally made baked goods, fabric creations, jewelry, crafts, photography, homegrown vegetables and more. Vendors welcome direct orders too. They accept SNAP, credit/debit cards and farmers market senior coupons. Visit their Facebook page. Polson’s Farmer’s Market takes place every Friday through Oct. 12.

Tags:  Polson  

Silver Ring Thing’ event held at PMS

5/4/2018

POLSON — The National Tour for Silver Ring Thing is taking a stop in Lake County at the Polson Middle School on May 4 from 7-9 p.m. A special parent session will be offered at 7 p.m. Silver Ring Thing is an international youth ministry that defies today’s culture of the “meet-up, hook-up, break-up” mindset that contributes to brokenness. The organization’s newest tour, Explicit Truth: Leaving nothing merely implied, presents the truth about love, relationships, sexuality and identity. Ticket prices will be $6 online, $8 at the door, and Silver Ring Thing is offering a special group discount for groups for $5 online. You can register and check out all of the informational videos at: www.silverringthing. com. For more information here in Polson, contact pastorjason@newlifepolson. com.

Tags:  Polson  

Saturday, May 5

'UnVariety Show' raises funds for SKC, embraces diversity

5/5/2018

POLSON — A bigger, better, and certainly more amazing UnVariety Show 2.0 is heading to Polson on Saturday, May 5, at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Last year’s event drew more than 200 participants who watched a range of unforgettable performers and then capped the night with a karaoke marathon. Co-hosted by the Salish Kootenai College Spirit of Many Colors, SAFE Harbor and ACLU Montana, it is a night to embrace diversity, celebrate individuality and share in a high level of laughter. This is a night to promote human rights and to embrace “everyone’s value.” The event is also a fundraiser for scholarships at Salish Kootenai College and everyone is welcome. Tickets are $5 per person or $60 for a VIP table for eight. This is an 18 and older show. For more information or to get tickets, call 406-240-0640 or email: dana@safeharbormt.org.

Tags:  Polson  

‘Hammer-In’ all day at MOAM

5/5/2018

POLSON — A free blacksmith “Hammer-In” will take place from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, May 5, at the Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane. Safety glasses and non-flammable clothing and shoes are required as well as parental or guardian slips for minors. These are available for new participants at the museum. We have slips on file from the last activity. For more information, call 406-270-7895

Tags:  Polson  

‘Living in the Moment’ exhibit begins

5/5/2018

POLSON — The Sandpiper Art and Gift Gallery, 306 Main Street, will hold an exhibit entitled “Living in the Moment” about everything we love about Montana and will feature member artists Kathy Calkins (acrylic paint), Marla Hall (photography), Mary K. LeProwse (fused glass), Joanne Simpson (Batik watercolor, jewelry) and a yet to be announced guest artist. Call 406-883-5956 for more information.

Tags:  Polson  

Chess Club starts in Polson

5/5/2018

POLSON — Join the newly started Polson Chess Club for our first meeting. Come to our home on Saturday, May 5, from 2-4 p.m. at 1209 Eleventh Ave. E. All ages and skill levels are wel-come. Bring your own board. Contact polsonchessclub@ gmail.com with your questions.

Tags:  Polson  

Sponsored by: