Events with the tag: Polson
Sunday, July 22
Shotgun event kicks off Lake County Fair
POLSON — The Lake County Fair will hold a Shotgun Event at Big Sky Sporting Clays at 10 a.m.
Monday, July 23
Library serves up vanilla ice cream, reading
POLSON — Join the Parents as Teacher Home Visitors as we partner with Youth Services Librarian Kendra during the North Lake County Public Library’s Mother Goose Story Hour at 10 a.m. on Monday, July 23. The theme will be ice cream, in observance of “Vanilla Ice Cream Day.” We’ll have activities, a craft project, and Kendra will read us fun books on the topic. We will also have some coupons for free child’s cones, compliments of The Cove. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend the Parents as Teachers Community Connections. This is a good chance to meet other families with young children, and to learn more about the Parents as Teachers Home Visiting program. Call LCPH at 406-883- 7288 if you have questions about the event, or the Parents as Teachers Home Visiting program in general – it’s free and fun.
Wednesday, July 25
Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board to meet
POLSON — The Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board will meet on Wednesday, July 25, at 6 p.m. at the Polson City Library. Board Chair Pelah Hoyt invites all interested persons to attend. For more information, contact Germaine White, 406-883-2888 or germainew@ cskt.org.
Thursday, July 26
‘Foxfire’ comedy, drama plays at theatre on the lake
POLSON — The second production by the Port Polson Players is “Foxfire,” a Hallmark Hall of Fame classic. Annie Nations and her husband Hector loved their life together in the Blue Ridge Mountains, but when Hector dies, Annie has to decide if she can handle the wilderness on her own. When son Dillard, a rising country music singing star returns, he must decide the fate of the farm. Montana Governor’s Awards for the Arts recipients and Players’ producers Neal and Karen Lewing are featured. All summer theatre shows are presented at Polson’s beautiful theatre on the lake on the Polson golf course (Highway 93, Boettcher Park. This tender, witty and wise comedy-drama plays from July 26-Aug 12. Reservations can be made by calling the theatre box office at 406-883-9212 or visiting portpolsonplayers.com. Tickets are $19 for adults, $18 for senior citizens and students.
Rock & roll at library
POLSON — The North Lake County Thursday morning reading program invites you to rock and roll with Dickie Williamson from 10-11 a.m.
Friday, July 27
MSU alumni invited to dinner cruise, golf
POLSON — On July 27, area friends, MSU Alumni, families and Bobcat Boosters are invited to participate in a Flathead Lake dinner cruise. This event is designed specifically for MSU alums, families and friends whether or not you participate in the golf scramble. This is a great opportunity to socialize with other Bobcats, while enjoying a scenic voyage on Flathead Lake. The cruise will be hosted by MSU Head Football Coach Jeff Choate. Cruise on board the “Shadow,” which departs from the Kwataqnuk Resort at 6 p.m. and returns at 9 p.m. A buffet dinner will be served and there will be a cash bar. Tickets are $55 per person. The golf scramble will be hosted at the Polson Bay Golf Club on July 28. The format will be similar to last year. The scramble begins with a shotgun start at 10 a.m., followed by a social hour and a barbecue. Entry fee is $500 per team. Proceeds benefit the MSU Bobcat Athletic Scholarship Fund. For information, tickets and registration call 406-883-8803 or email: shad.hupka@fib.com.
Recycling in Lake County addressed
POLSON — All are invited to the Pachyderm meeting on Friday, July 27, to hear Mark Nelson address the changes in recycling and overall operations of Lake County solid waste. The meeting takes place from noon-1 p.m. at the Polson Rural Fire Department off Regatta Road.
Saturday, July 28
Polson plays basketball
POLSON — The 26th anniversary of Montana’s longest running 3-on-3 basketball tournament takes place on Saturday and Sunday, July 28 and 29, in downtown Polson. This tournament is played just a slam dunk away from beautiful Flathead Lake. Please join us for one of the most fun, alcohol-free 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: theflatheadlake3on3.com.
View art at Sacajawea Park
POLSON — The Sandpiper Art and Gift Gallery is sponsoring the fourth annual Festival of Art on Saturday, July 28, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, July 29, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This is an exciting two-day, juried, fine art show on the shores of Flathead Lake at Sacajawea Park. Featuring beautiful original fine art from some of the most talented artisans in Montana and beyond. For more information, visit: www.sandpiperartgallery.com information, or call 406-883- 5956.
Monday, July 30
Crafts, treats, reading planned at library story hour
POLSON — Join the Parents as Teacher Home Visitors as we partner with Youth Services Librarian Kendra during the North Lake County Public Library’s Mother Goose Story Hour at 10 a.m. on Monday, July 30. The theme will celebrate the “International Day of Friendship.” We’ll have activities, a craft project, treats, and, of course, stories.
Call LCPH at 406-883- 7288 if you have questions about the event, or the Parents as Teachers Home Visiting program in general – it’s free and fun.
New art exhibit begins at Sandpiper Gallery
POLSON — The Sandpiper Art and Gift Gallery, 306 Main Street, begins their new exhibit, “Where does the Story Begin?” The show runs from July 30-Aug. 31 and features member artists Carole Carberry (watercolor), Maryann Eikens (sculpture/watercolor), Gitti Miller (basket weaving) Jan Brooks (wearable art), Jan Lindgren (watercolor), Julie Christopher (everything and anything), and guest artist John Ashley (photography). Gallery hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday.
Tuesday, July 31
Reserve a spot in ‘Internet Safety’ computer class
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will present a computer class on “Internet Safety” from 2-3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 31. The class will take place in the conference room. Call 406-883-8225 to reserve a spot.
Wednesday, August 1
Boys and Girls Club summer program June 11 through August 17
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. from June 11-Aug. 17. The cost is $25 per month and must be paid up front in addition to membership fee. Space is limited. 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.
Polson reading program June 11 through August 10
POLSON — The national theme for the Family Summer Reading Program is “Libraries Rock.” Registration begins at the North Lake County Public Library on Monday, June 11, and ends on Aug. 10. On Monday, June 11, the library will host the Usborne Book Fair. Come browse the latest books.
Thursday, August 2
SciNation Maker Truck at special reading program
POLSON — The North Lake County Library’s Thursday morning reading program invites you to a special two-hour program with the SciNation Maker Truck. The program is from 10 a.m.-noon.
Share the Spirit director to speak
POLSON - The Polson Kiwanis Club hold lunch meetings the first and third Thursday of each month downstairs in the KwaTaqNuk Resort, Koostatah room, from noon-1 p.m. Toni Young, Share the Spirit’s director, will speak about the local organization’s efforts since 1998 to make sure Lake County children have the best Christmas possible. Share the Spirit has been in partnership with the United States Marines and Toys for Tots for the past 15 years, and also with the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, which raises money for a shopping excursion at Wal-Mart. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Friday, August 3
Artists’ reception held
POLSON — The Sandpiper Art and Gift Gallery, 306 Main Street, will hold a reception for their new exhibit, “Where does the Story Begin?” on Friday, Aug. 3, from 5-7 p.m. at the gallery.