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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, May 24

Let spring inspire your coloring

5/24/2017

POLSON — Spring Is Bustin’ Out All Over and an adult coloring program hosted by North Lake County Public Library will take place in the library meeting room on Wednesday, May 24. Two 90-minute sessions are offered at 2:30 p.m. and again at 5:30 p.m. Piano instrumental music is on tap for the afternoon session and the Mission Valley Choral Society Small Ensemble will appear for a set of vocal selections in the evening. The library provides coloring projects of all sizes, along with supplies and refreshments. Or, you may bring your own supplies. The library is located at 2 First Ave. E. Please call 406-883- 8225 with questions.

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Thursday, May 25

Enjoy a free night at the museum

5/25/2017

POLSON — On Thursday, May 25, at 6:30 p.m. at the Miracle of America Museum, a mixed media program titled “Guns, Guns, Guns” will take place. We will begin with a short historic tour and exhibition of firearms dating from the first type up through cartridge guns. There will also be a safety issues presentation, information on buying your first gun, holsters, and ammunition, and information on legal issues. Representatives from various shooting clubs, gunsmiths and related businesses have been invited. If you have questions or something to share, call 406-270-7895. Treats and donations are welcome.

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Read ‘Dinosaur Dances!’

5/25/2017

POLSON — North Lake County Library presents Story Time on Thursdays for 3-5 year olds at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The one-hour program includes reading, rhymes, and crafts. This week’s story theme is “Dinosaur Dances!’

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Monday, May 29

Pioneer Museum opens in Polson

5/29/2017

POLSON — The Polson Flathead Historical Museum, “The Pioneer Museum on Main Street” invites you to view amazing exhibits of daily life in the Mission Valley and Flathead Lake area in the late 1800s and early 1900s, such as the stagecoach, chuck wagon, fire trucks, Calamity Jane’s saddle and Flathead Lake’s ‘Nessie” (some say it was, some say it wasn’t, caught here) and much more. We open for the season on Memorial Day each year, and go until Friday, Sept. 15. The museum is located at 708 Main Street and operates Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Closed on Sundays) There is a visitor fee of $10 and children under 10 years old are admitted free with a paying adult. For more information, go to: www.flatheadmuseum.org.

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Thursday, June 1

Sandpiper opens new exhibit through June 25

6/1/2017 - 6/25/2017

POLSON — Sandpiper Art Gallery, 306 Main Street, Polson, presents “Montana West of the Mountains.” This exhibit will be the best images of everything we love about Montana and features member artists Antonia Wolf (photography), Sue Arneson (watercolor), Marie Stockhill (pottery), and guest artists Mike and Belinda Williams (photography) and jeweler Donna Miller. The exhibit continues until June 25. The Gallery is open Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Saturday, June 3

Join rock skipping contest

6/3/2017

POLSON — The 2017 Flathead Lake Rock Skipping Championship will crown a new record holder on Saturday, June 3, at the Riverside Park Dock in Polson. The event showcases finesse, touch and fun. Bring Your Own Rocks (B.Y.O.R.) to this exciting event and bound on down to Polson for skipping and laughs. Registration begins Saturday, June 3, at 9 a.m. at the Cove Deli and Pizza. Registration costs $10 each or $40 for the whole family. There are two categories per gender: 12 and under, and 13 and up. The contest begins at 10 a.m. and finishes around at 11 a.m. when awards are given and the state record is bestowed. Then it’s up to the Cove Deli and Pizza where all participants receive free pizza. If you have any questions call 406-250-0393.

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St. Joe’s holds charity golf tourney

6/3/2017

POLSON — Providence St. Joseph Medical Center’s Charity Golf Tournament is scheduled for Saturday, June 3. Registration is at 8 a.m. and shotgun start is at 9 a.m. This will be an 18- hole/four-person scramble with an entry fee of $100 per team, which includes golf/golf cart/tees/prizes and lunch. For questions or team registration contact Cameron at Polson Bay Golf Course at 406-883- 8230 or go to: polsonbaygolfcourse@ gmail.com.

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Monday, June 5

Boys and Girls Club closed for the week

6/5/2017 - 6/9/2017

POLSON/RONAN — The Boys and Girl Club of the Flathead Reservation and Lake County, in both Ronan and Polson, will be closed from Monday, June 5, through Friday, June 9.

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Wednesday, June 7

Polson Chamber to meet

6/7/2017

POLSON — Polson Chamber of Commerce’s general meeting and luncheon is scheduled for Wednesday, June 7, at the KwaTaqNuk from noon- 1 p.m. Scheduled speaker is County Commissioner Bill Baron. For more information, call the Chamber Office at 406- 883-5969.

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Friday, June 9

Earn SNAP dollars, learn gardening basics

6/9/2017

POLSON — Come learn and earn $20 worth of double SNAP dollars to spend on locally grown produce, seeds, meat, eggs, bread, and garden plants at the Polson Farmers Market, for those that qualify. On Friday, June 9, from 2-3:30 p.m. Rene Kittle from the Flathead Reservation Extension Office will teach a Gardening Basics class. The class will be held at 701 B First St. E. Space is limited so please sign up for classes in advance.

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School year ends in Polson

6/9/2017

POLSON — Last day of school for Polson School District.

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SPLASH softball tourney held

6/9/2017 - 6/11/2017

POLSON –– The Polson Splash Classic Softball ASA tournament will be held at the Polson softball complex between June 9-11. For details, call Kelley Druyvestein at 406-253-1590.

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Saturday, June 10

Fundraiser event held

6/10/2017

POLSON — Lake County Search and Rescue will hold a fundraising event with an ATV, UTV, and Dirt Bike Poker Run on Saturday, June 10. The event will begin at 11:30 a.m. at Buffalo Bridge and ends at Sloan Bridge. After the event there will be a barbecue dinner back at Buffalo Bridge. Pre-registration will take place Friday, June 9, from 6-8 p.m. at the VFW in Polson. Late registration starts at 8 a.m. June 10. Registration fees are $35 for the first poker hand and a T-shirt; $10 for additional hands. Additional T-shirts will be available to purchase: $15 for children and $18 for adults. The top three hands will receive prizes. For more information, call 406-261- 4886.

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Sunday, June 11

Join the Baha’I ‘Race Unity Picnic’

6/11/2017

POLSON — The Baha’is of the Flathead Reservation will hold a “Race Unity”Picnic” celebrating Race Unity Day and promoting unity in diversity, friendship and respect for all people. The event is on June 11, from 1-3 p.m. at the large pavilion in Boettcher Park in Polson. Food, crafts and games will be provided. We are dedicated to promoting unity in diversity and hope you will consider coming. Everyone is most welcome. Hosted by the Baha’is of the Flathead Reservation. For more information, call 406-872-2222 (voice mail) and we will call you back.

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Monday, June 12

Boys and Girls Club starts in Ronan, Polson

6/12/2017 - 8/18/2017

LAKE COUNTY — The Flathead Reservation and Lake County Boys and Girls Club will operate a summer program at both their Polson and Ronan sites Monday-Friday (not July 4) from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. The cost is $25 per month or $75 for the entire summer program, which runs June 12-Aug. 18. The summer program focuses on academics, good character and citizenship and developing healthy lifestyles. Applications may be picked up onsite or at: www.flatheadbgc. org.

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Cherry Valley serves breakfast, lunch

6/12/2017 - 8/4/2017

POLSON — Monday, June 12, is the first day of the free breakfast and lunch Summer Food Service Program in Polson. Cherry Valley, 107 Eighth Ave. W, is the site for the program. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-9:30 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m., Monday-Friday. All children 18 years old and under eat for free. Lunches are available for adults for a fee. All kids can come enjoy food in a safe, fun, healthy environment. The program ends on Friday, Aug. 4.

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Free training given for Law Enforcement

6/12/2017

POLSON —Detective Guy Baker from the Missoula Police Department will provide a free POST Certified Training on “Sex Trafficking Investigations” on June 12 from noon-5 p.m. in the Lake County Courthouse Conference Room. This training is restricted to Law Enforcement. Call 406-872-2367 for more information.

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Polson Youth Basketball, Volleyball Summer Camps

6/12/2017 - 6/14/2017

Sign-up for Polson Youth Basketball, Volleyball Summer Camps POLSON — Polson Youth Basketball and Volleyball Summer Camps, sponsored by the head girls’ basketball and volleyball coaching staffs and current high school players, will be held for grades 2-8, Monday-Wednesday, June 12-14, at Linderman Elementary School. The cost is $60 dollars for both camps or $30 dollars for each sport. The basketball clinic runs from 9 a.m.-noon, a free lunch is offered from noon to 1 p.m. and the volleyball clinic is from 1-4 p.m. Contact: pluetzen@polson. k12.mt.us or jquinn@ polson.k12.mt.us, for more information.

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Register for summer reading program

6/12/2017

POLSON — Registration for North Lake County Library’s Family Summer Reading Program begins at 10 a.m. Call 406-883-8225 for more information.

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Tuesday, June 13

Join ukulele players

6/13/2017

POLSON — The Polson Ukulele Club will be meeting at the Polson Library weekly every Tuesday from 6:30- 7:30 p.m. starting June 13. Players of all levels are welcome to join the ever-growing Ukulele community in Lake City. For details call 406-471-6051 or email: dnqltd@gmail.com.

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Learn safe driving skills

6/13/2017

POLSON — AARP‘s Smart Driver Course will be taught at the Polson Area Senior Center on June 13 from 8:30-11 a.m. and from 1- 3 p.m. Call 406-883-4735 for a reservation.

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Wednesday, June 14

Polson Rural Fire Board to meet

6/14/2017

POLSON —The regular monthly meeting of the Polson Rural Fire District Board of Trustees will take place Wednesday, June 14, at 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Station #1 meeting room, 25-B Regatta Rd.

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Thursday, June 15

Brewers, bands on tap in Polson

6/15/2017

POLSON — The first annual “Blues, Brews and Booze” event will include 10 local breweries, three bands and go from noon to 10 p.m. For more information, call 406-396-0125.

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New director of MVAS to speak to Kiwanis

6/15/2017

POLSON — The Polson Kiwanis meets on the first and third Thursday each month at the KwaTaqNuk Resort from noon- 1 p.m. in the Koostatah room. Our speaker will be the new director of the Mission Valley Animal Shelter, Filip Panusz. Flip comes from Missoula where he worked at the Humane Society and also as an Animal Control Officer. Everyone is welcome.

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SPLASH at Valley Bank

6/15/2017

POLSON — SPLASH (Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour) takes place on Thursday, June 15. from 5-7 p.m. Your host will be Valley Bank and Finley Point Grill. Location for Splash will be at Valley Bank located at 49430 Highway 93. For more information, call 406-883-5969. See you there.

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Friday, June 16

PPP’s ‘Guys on Ice” returns by demand

6/16/2017 - 6/18/2017

POLSON — The Port Polson Players launch their summer teaser, “Guys on Ice,” the ice fishing musical. The show is back by popular demand and plays only three evenings, June 16 -18. Curtain time is at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, with a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m.

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Sunday, June 18

Dads eat pancakes for free

6/18/2017

POLSON — Polson Motorcoach and RV will serve free huckleberry or regular pancakes to all Dads on Father’s Day from 8-10:30 a.m.

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Monday, June 19

Catch the wave of God’s love at VBS

6/19/2017 - 6/23/2017

POLSON — Kids can “Catch the Wave of God’s Amazing Love” at Vacation Bible Camp at the Polson United Methodist Church from 9 a.m. to noon, June 19-23. The camp’s theme, “Surf Shack,” will use the analogy of waves to help campers experience God’s love. Activities will include music, puppets, story-time, games, science, crafts and mission. A light snack will be served. Camp will end with a Friday Celebration Day picnic provided for the campers and their families from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Registration for kids, entering kindergarten-12 years of age is now open. Potty-trained preschoolers are also welcome. Forms are available at the church or at: www.polsonumc.org. Camp costs are $10 per child or $20 per family. Scholarships are available. For more information call the church at 883-6161 or email info@polsonumc.org.

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Tuesday, June 20

Library offers free class

6/20/2017

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will host a free technology class on Tuesday, June 20, at 2 p.m. in the meeting room. Specialist Heather Miles will present a class titled, “The Cloud and What to Do With It.” Attendees are welcome to bring their own laptops or tablets to follow along. Library laptops will also be available for attendees who don’t have a device. Anyone of any age or skill level is invited to attend. Registration is required. North Lake County Public Library is located at 2 First Ave. E. For more information or to sign up, go to the library or call 406-883-8225.

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Wednesday, June 21

Earn SNAP dollars, learn how to make salsa

6/21/2017

POLSON — Come learn and earn $20 worth of double SNAP dollars to spend on locally grown produce, seeds, meat, eggs, bread, and garden plants at the Polson Farmers Market, for those that qualify. FoodCorps Service Members will teach a family friendly how-to-make salsa class in the Polson Middle School Garden at 1608 Second St. E on Wednesday, June 21, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Space is limited so please sign up in advance.

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Native culture activities taught on Wednesdays through Aug. 9

6/21/2017 - 8/2/2017

POLSON — The Polson School Indian Education Committee is sponsoring Summer Native Culture activities available to all kids on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. Kids will learn about Native plants, Tribal forests, Native art, crafts, traditional tools, and drumming. Participants will experience hands-on activities and take home their own handiwork. Activities begin June 21 at the Polson Middle School and run through August 9 – except July 5. Lunch is provided. For additional information, call the District Office at 406-883-6355.

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Thursday, June 22

‘Invasion of the Lake Snatchers’ presented

6/22/2017

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program’s “big event” on Thursday, June 22, at 10 a.m. is “Invasion of the Lake Snatchers” with Georgia Smies (CSKT). Call 406-883-8225, for more information.

 

Fire Board to hold executive session

6/22/2017

POLSON — The Polson Rural Fire Board will hold a special meeting on Thursday, June 22, at 5:30 p.m. at the Rural Fairgrounds Station number 1. This is an executive session only regarding personnel matters.

 

MOAM hosts motorcycle movie, tour

6/22/2017

POLSON — The Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane, invites all to their “Free Night at the Museum,” the fourth Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. The classic movie “The World’s Fastest Indian” will be shown on Thursday, June 22, along with a tour of the Indian Motorcycles (the first motorcycle manufacturer in America) in the MOAM’s motorcycle collection. Treats and donations are always welcome.

 

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MOAM hosts motorcycle movie, tour

6/22/2017

POLSON — The Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane, invites all to their “Free Night at the Museum,” the fourth Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. The classic movie “The World’s Fastest Indian” will be shown on Thursday, June 22, along with a tour of the Indian Motorcycles (the first motorcycle manufacturer in America) in the MOAM’s motorcycle collection. Treats and donations are always welcome.

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Friday, June 23

Montecahto rummage sale set for June 23 and 24

6/23/2017

POLSON – The Montecahto Club will hold its rummage sale at the Finley Point Fire Station on Friday, June 23, from noon-5 p.m. and Saturday, June 24, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fire station is next door to the clubhouse, across Highway 35 from the Finley Point Grill. Money raised at the rummage sale goes to the club’s ongoing projects, including an annual scholarship for a Polson High School senior and sending gift boxes to those serving in the military.

 

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Watch NRA Rodeo in Polson

6/23/2017

Watch NRA Rodeo in PolsonPOLSON — Mission Mountain NRA Rodeo is on Friday and Saturday, June 23-24 beginning at 6:30 p.m. There will be youth events including mutton bustin’ and mini bull riding at 7:30 p.m. NRA Rodeo events include bareback, steer wrestling, saddle bronc, team roping, tie down toping, ladies and youth barrel racing, ladies and youth breakaway roping and bull riding. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12 years of age. Tickets will be available at the gate. There will be no pre-sale tickets. Food, beverage and beer garden concessions will be available. There will also be live music after the Friday night performance. (Free vendors fair, no food items.) Call 406-261-2861 or for general rodeo information call 406-883-1100.

 

Saturday, June 24

Annual Nesting Place Baby Fair to be held

6/24/2017

POLSON — The Nesting Place’s fifth annual Baby Fair will be held Saturday, June 24, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the front parking lot of Providence St. Joseph Medical Center, 6, Thirteenth Ave. E. Visit with the only board certified obstetricians in the valley, community groups, vendors and Department of Public Health and Human Services representatives. There will be information, tours of the Nesting Place and birthing rooms, free child car seat safety checks, a free children’s clothing exchange and refreshments, plus raffle drawings, kids’ games and the Polson Fire Department will be on hand. For more information, call 406-883-8273.

 

Sunday, June 25

‘Single, Double, Triple’ art features locals

6/25/2017

POLSON — Sandpiper Art Gallery, 306 Main Street - Polson, presents “Single, Double, Triple,” an exhibit featuring Sandpiper member artists Karla Martinson (mixed media), Juanita Small Salmon (painter), Matt and Heather Holmes (mixed media and raku pottery), Holly Wurl (leather), and guest Kay Langland of Moondance Artwork and Jewelry. This exhibit runs from June 25-July 28. The artist reception is scheduled for Friday, June 30, from 5-7 p.m. at the Gallery.

 

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