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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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Wednesday, April 29

Dance on Elks’ great dance floor

4/29/2015

POLSON — There are five Wednesday in April and Ken’s Country Combo will play for the April 29 dance. The dances are held every Wednesday at the Elks, the best dance floor in Polson. Treats have been wonderful but we still need more dancers. Dancing is from 7-10 p.m. Come join us.

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Library to host free humanities program

4/29/2015

POLSON – North Lake County Public Library in Polson will host the Humanities Montana Speakers Bureau program “Home, Home on the Ranch” with William Rossiter on Wednesday, April 29, at 4 p.m. 

The event is free and open to the public.

 

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Thursday, April 30

Library hosts children’s program

4/30/2015

POLSON – North Lake County Public Library will host special one-hour programs for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers on Thursdays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., which will include stories, songs, movements, crafts and more. The theme for Thursday, April 30, will be, “I’m not scared.” For more information, call (406) 883-8225 or go to: northlakecountylibrary.org.

 

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Polson Health to host open house

4/30/2015

POLSON — Polson Health, Kalispell Regional Medical Center, will host an open house on Thursday, April 30, from 1-5 p.m. They will introduce an extensive list of outreach services and celebrate their new clinic at 106 Ridgewater Drive, (across from Walmart behind O’Reilly Auto Parts). Refreshments will be served.

 

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Friday, May 1

Children’s artwork displayed May 16-30

5/1/2015 - 5/30/2015

POLSON – Sandpiper member Heather Holmes will display a multi-media collection of Native American inspired art from art classes she taught with Cherry Valley and Linderman Elementary students including ledger art, totems, masks, mandalas, clay pots and sculptures. The show runs May 16-30. There will be a reception on Friday, May 22 from 5-7 p.m. Come in and show your support of our children.

 

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Port Polson Players schedule Irish play May 8 - 17

5/1/2015 - 5/17/2015

 

POLSON – On Thursday, May 8 through Sunday, May 17, Port Polson Players will present “Shillelagh,” a modern Irish comedy centering on an Irish story of romance and rebellion. Half of the show features traditional Irish tunes; the other half are new songs written by Neal Lewing. A shillelagh is a stick recognized as a symbol of Irishness, used for walking or as a weapon. Curtain time is at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and at 2 p.m. for Sunday matinees. Tickets are $15 for adults and $14 for students and senior citizens. Call (406) 883-9212
 

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Sandpiper show features ‘R’ in aRt April 6 through May 16

5/1/2015 - 5/16/2015

POLSON — Sandpiper Gallery with have a non-juried show entitled “The ‘R’ in aRt” from April 6-May 16. The show features rodeos, ranching, railroads, reflections, raptors, rockets, roundups, robots, riding, raccoons, and radios... all things “R.” A reception will be held on April 10 from 5-7 p.m.

 

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Saturday, May 2

Art, fashion on tap at SKC Gala

5/2/2015

POLSON – The Annual Art Auction and Gala for the SKC Student Foundation is on May 2, 2015, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. with a reception, a silent auction and a live auction preview. At 6:30 p.m. dinner, the live auction and the Student Fashion Show will take place. For more information, call (406) 275-4983. Single tickets are $50 and tickets for a couple are $75.

 

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Sunday, May 3

Accordion group gathers to jam

5/3/2015

POLSON — The Northwest Montana Accordion Association will hold a jam session Sunday, May 3, from 2-5:30 p.m. at the VFW in Polson.

 

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Help build, plant new community food hub

5/3/2015

POLSON – On Sunday, May 3, at 2:30 p.m. Montana Co-op will celebrate International Permaculture Day by building and planting new vertical beds at our new community food hub site. Bring a potluck item, gloves, drills, and any plants to donate. Movies will be shown that are related to permaculture and will inspire you. There is a “Barefoot Church” service beforehand at 1 p.m. Build community and resilience through skill building, local food systems and education about best practices for a better world. Help beautify our corner of Fourth (410) and Main Street.

 

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Spring music festival funds Helping Hands

5/3/2015

POLSON — Immaculate Conception Church is the site of Helping Hands’ Spring Music Festival on Sunday, May 3 at 4 p.m. Local musicians; church choirs and instrumentalists will all collaborate to provide music. A spaghetti dinner provided by the Knights of Columbus will follow the concert. Donations will be accepted for Helping Hands - an organization that helps provide emergency assistance to Lake County residents as well as folks traveling through our area. If you have questions, please call Toni Young at (406) 883-1676 or Val Linstrom at (406) 883-4160.

 

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Tuesday, May 5

Learn to design for backyard abundance

5/5/2015

POLSON – On Tuesdays in May from 7:30-9 p.m. learn to transform urban lots, homesteads or farms to poly-cultural, abundant, and resilient systems while enhancing ecology and improving your community. This series explains permaculture, sustainable afro-ecology in a series explored at the Montana Co-op, Polson, 410 Main Street. There is no charge for classes but donations are accepted. The May 5 class is: Introduction-Design for Abundance in your backyard or farm including financial opportunities.

 

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Wednesday, May 6

Enjoy lunch at chamber meeting

5/6/2015

POLSON — The Polson Chamber general meeting and luncheon is scheduled for Wednesday, May 6, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort from noon-1 p.m. The speaker will be Glenn Oppel from the Montana Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call the chamber office at (406) 883-5969.

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Thursday, May 7

Courthouse lawn site of prayer gathering

5/7/2015

POLSON — On Thursday, May 7, from noon-1 p.m. on the front lawn of the Lake County Courthouse, a Christian gathering of prayer will take place for the National Day of Prayer. All are welcome to attend. Call (406) 883-9347 or go to: www.nationaldayofprayer.org, for more information.

 

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Republicans hold county convention

5/7/2015

POLSON — The Lake County Republican Central Committee will hold its county convention for the election of officers for 2015-17 on Thursday, May 7, at 6:30 p.m. at the Polson Rural Fire Hall, Regatta Road. This is an open meeting but only elected or appointed precinct committeemen and women are eligible to vote. For more information, call (406) 883-4544. 

 

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Friday, May 8

Choose from Episcopal yard sale goodies

5/8/2015 - 5/9/2015

POLSON – St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Polson, 110 Sixth Ave., will have a yard sale on Friday, May 8, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and on Saturday, May 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Free dinner served at Presbyterian Church

5/8/2015

POLSON – The May Friendship Table Dinner is coming up on May 8 from 5-7 p.m. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from the Linderman School.  Come join us. This dinner is free and open to all.

 

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Saturday, May 9

Co-op to host Spring Green 2015

5/9/2015

POLSON — From 10 a.m.-5 p.m., on Saturday, May 9, on the corner of Main and Fourth, the Montana Co-op is hosting its first Spring Green event. This event introduces their health and wellness program and youth program. There will be displays and demonstrations of: magic, music, boxing, Yoga, chiropractics, massage, Zumba, and acupuncture along with delicious Co-op food.

The Co-op and Get Well Clinic will host a weeklong juice fast with registration at the Spring Green event.

 

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Support Relay for Life

5/9/2015

POLSON — Come out and support Relay for Life and enjoy the Mother’s Day Mile fun run/walk on Saturday, May 9, with registration at 8 a.m. and race at 9 a.m. Registration and race start in front of Providence St. Joseph Medical Center on 13th Ave W. Pick up your registration form at the front desk at St. Joe’s. Prior to May 1, a family of three or more is $25, and individuals are $8. After May 1, a family of three or more is $40 and an individual is $20. All proceeds go to Relay for Life. For more information, call (406) 883-8275.

 

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Monday, May 11

Polson Board to meet

5/11/2015

POLSON — The regular Polson school board meeting will take place on May 11, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. at the District Office, 111 Fourth Ave. E.

 

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