Events with the tag: Polson
Wednesday, July 12
Fire Board meeting time change
POLSON — The Polson Rural Fire Board will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 12, at 6 p.m. at the Rural Fairgrounds Station number 1.
Native culture activities offered
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, July 13
NASA event on tap at library
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program’s “big event” on Thursday, July 13, at 10 a.m. is “Build a Better World … and Discover New Ones” with NASA. Call 406-883-8225, for more information.
Friday, July 14
Free dinner served at Presbyterian Church
POLSON — The July Friendship Table Dinner is on July 14 from 5-6:30 p.m. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from the Linderman School. Come join us. This dinner is free and open to all.
Saturday, July 15
‘Live History Days’ on tap
POLSON — Mark your calendars for a funfilled weekend called “Live History Days” at the Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane, on July 15 and July 16. There will be historic movies Saturday morning and Sunday afternoon. There will be ice cream and other concessions; rides on two trains; Army rigs; spinners and wood carvers; a sawmill in action; a jet trainer cockpit; a blacksmith shop; whirling flywheel engines; a tennis ball cannon; a one room schoolhouse, a flint knapper and educational gun exhibits. The “Country Combo” of fiddlers, pickers, singers and accordions will provide listening and dancing entertainment on Saturday. Join the fun, sell your wares and be a part of history. We welcome new exhibitors and volunteers. Vendors must have a direct link to things historical i.e.: soap making, broom making, pottery, beading, etc. For more information, contact Gil at 406-883-6264 or www.miracleofamericamuseum. org.
Many events planned for Cherry Festival
POLSON — Polson Main Street Flathead Cherry Festival will be held Saturday, July 15, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, July 16, from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Come enjoy the great selection of vendors, Flathead Cherries, homemade cherry pies, cherry quilts on display in store windows, unique arts and crafts, entertainment, sidewalk sales and specials all weekend long. Saturday’s schedule includes live music from 1-4 p.m.; a children’s cherry spitting contest in front of the Cove Deli at 2 p.m.; and an adult cherry spitting contest at 3 p.m. On Sunday there will be live music from 1-3:30 p.m.; a children’s pie eating contest takes place at 3 p.m. and the adult pie eating contest will be at 3:30 p.m. For more information, including vendor applications, go to: flatheadcherryfestival. com.
Mud Run supports Boys and Girls Club
POLSON — The third annual Polson Mud Run will be held on Saturday, July 15, at the Polson Fairgrounds. This is a fund raising event for the Flathead Boys and Girls Club. Show up at the Polson Fairgrounds at 9:30 a.m. for the Mud Run of your life and one of the toughest courses combining a challenging mix of climbing, kayaking, and running. The cost is $40 per person, plus a $3 signup fee. For more information, call 406-676-5437or go to: flatheadbgc.org or the sign up account: https://runsignup.com/Race/MT/Polson/GetMuddyBGC.
Sunday, July 16
Second day of cherry celebration continues
POLSON — Polson Main Street Flathead Cherry Festival continues from 10 am.-4 pm.
Monday, July 17
Listen to astronomy presentation
POLSON — On July 17, at the North Lake County Library, the president of the Big Sky Astronomy Club will give a presentation on developments in astronomy, astrophysics, and citizen science. There will be plenty of interactables to follow. This event will prepare attendees for the upcoming total solar eclipse in August.
Wednesday, July 19
Adult coloring on tap at library
POLSON — On Wednesday, July 19, the North Lake County Public Library is hosting an adult coloring program, “Goin’ On A Picnic!” from 2:30 – 4 p.m. in the library meeting room. Picnic-themed snacks and décor will add flavor and fun to the day. A variety of projects will be provided, along with coloring supplies (or you may bring your own). Please join us. Everyone will be there, even the ants. The library is located at 2 First Ave. E. For more information, stop by the library or call 406-883-8225.
Learn ‘wet-in-wet’ oil technique
POLSON — Explore painting in oils with master artist Terry Droll. Learn the wet-in-wet oil painting technique without the stink of turpentine on Wednesday and Thursday, July 19 and 20, from 9:30-11:30 p.m. for free. Call the Sandpiper Art and Gift Gallery at 406-883-5956 for more information.
Native culture activities offered
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, July 20
Hoop Fest history told at Kiwanis meeting
POLSON — The Polson Kiwanis Club meet the first and third Thursday of each month at the Kwa Taq Nuk Resort, Koostatah room from noon-1 p.m. Our guest speaker on July 20 will be Rich Forbes. He will give the history of the Hoop Fest and update us on the current event happening July 21-23 in Polson. Feel free to come join us, the coffee or tea is on us.
Learn about bees at library
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program’s “big event” on Thursday, July 20, at 10 a.m. is “Bees! Busy little builders” with Chuck Lewis (and some bees). Call 406-883-8225, for more information.
SPLASH at the KwaTaqNuk
POLSON — Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour will be held on Thursday, July 20, from 5-7 p.m. Your host will be KwaTaqNuk Resort and Casino located, 49708 US Highway 93, E. See you there.
Saturday, July 22
Play basketball in downtown Polson
POLSON — The Flathead Lake 3-on-3 basketball tournament is played in the streets of downtown Polson, July 22-23, just a slam dunk away from beautiful Flathead Lake. Please join us for one of the most fun and popular athletic events in Montana. Financial support provided mainly through team fees and corporate sponsors has enabled 3-on-3 to donate its net proceeds to local charities. Play hard, laugh a lot and lend a hand to this charitable event. For more information, go to: flatheadlake3on3. com.
Tuesday, July 25
Library to host ‘Being Social: Using Social Media’
POLSON — North Lake County Public Library will host a free technology class on Tuesday, July 25, at 2 p.m. in the meeting room. Specialist Heather Miles will present a class titled “Being Social: Using Social Media.” Attendees are welcome to bring their own laptops or tablets to follow along. Library laptops will also be available for those 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. Call 406-883- 8225 to reserve your spot.