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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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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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Monday, June 26

Bible lessons, games held at Vacation Bible School

6/26/2017

POLSON — Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E, will hold Vacation Bible School from June 26-30. Children first – sixth grade may join in the Bible lessons, crafts, healthy snacks, singing, games and missions from 9 a.m.-noon. Registration takes place at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, June 26, and there are no fees. VBS is free.

 

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Call Polson Schools for summer camp info

6/26/2017

POLSON — Summer camps will be available in Polson starting Monday, June 26, through the After School Program. For more information, contact Polson School District #28 at 406-883-6335.

 

 

 

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Wednesday, June 28

Native culture activities continue

6/28/2017

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. For additional information, call the District Office at 406-883-6355.

 

Thursday, June 29

‘Band Weaving’ class taught at Sandpiper

6/29/2017

POLSON — The Sandpiper Art and Gift Gallery will hold “Band Weaving” for children and adults. You can create colorful, patterned, ‘inkle’ woven bands with master weaver Mary Sale. You can use them as belts and headbands, or to ornament clothes, backpacks, or purses. Class will be on Thursday, June 29, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Call 406-883-5956 for more information.

 

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‘Building Local’ presented at library

6/29/2017

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program’s, “big event” on Thursday, June 29, at 10 a.m. is “Building Local” with Beth Palm of AmeriCorps/Finley Point State Park. Call 406-883-8225, for more information.

 

Friday, June 30

Fifth Friday Dinner on tap

6/30/2017

POLSON — Chicken is on the menu at Polson Community Church’s Fifth Friday Dinner, 1814 First Street E, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 30. All are welcome.

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Final day to register for ‘Chamber Blast’

6/30/2017

POLSON — Registration deadline for the “Chamber Blast” is June 30. Contact the Polson Chamber at 406-883-5969 for more information about the “Chamber Blast” scheduled for Friday, July 7, at Big Sky Sporting Clays from 12:30-4 p.m.

 

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Mariners host annual Firecracker Tournament

6/30/2017

POLSON — MV Mariners will be hosting the 23rd Annual Firecracker Tournament this year from June 30- July 4. Eight teams from around Montana and Canada will be at the Baseball Tournament.  Season pass holders for the MV Mariners will be able to get in to the tournament free this year. Many activities will take place in addition to the tournament: a home run derby, a pig roast, a movie on the mound, etc.

 

Saturday, July 1

Legion presentation, movie on tap

7/1/2017

POLSON — American Legion Post 112 will put on a welcoming and Honor Guard presentation at 5 p.m. at O’Malley Park. There will also be a showing of “The Sandlot” with donations accepted.

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Sunday, July 2

Pig out with Mariners

7/2/2017

POLSON — At 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 2, a pulled pork dinner will be served for $6 per person at the O’Malley Field. Players will eat for free.

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Monday, July 3

Crawdad crawl planned at Firecracker Tourney

7/3/2017

POLSON — As part of the annual Mariners’ Firecracker Tournament, players’ crawdads will compete in the Crawdad Crawl. Come join the fun.

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