Events with the tag: Polson
Friday, July 29
Beef served at ‘Fifth Friday’ meal
POLSON — Beef is on the “Fifth Friday” menu at the Polson Community Church, 1814 First Street E. The meal will be served from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Friday, July 29. Admission is free for you, your family and friends.
Celebrate Dr. Irwin’s retirement
POLSON — Dr. Steven Irwin is retiring Friday, July 29, after 35 years of service in Polson. Providence St. Joseph Medical Center, 6 Thirteenth Ave. E, invites you to Dr. Irwin’s retirement and farewell event in the hospital lobby Friday, July 29, from 5-6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Dr. Irwin will continue his work with Polson Health and Rehab and Hot Springs Nursing Home. He will be spending time with his kids and grandkids, enjoying Montana, and his many hobbies.
Join MSU alumni for dinner cruise, golf
POLSON — On July 29, 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. MSU President Waded Cruzado will host the cruise, which departs on board the “Shadow” from the KwaTaqNuk Resort at 6 p.m. and returns at 9 p.m. A buffet dinner will be served on the boat, as well as a cash bar. Tickets are $45 per person or $100 for a family with children under 12. The golf scramble is hosted at the Polson Bay Golf Club on July 30. The format will be similar to last year’s event. The scramble will begin with a shotgun start at 10 a.m., followed by a social hour and barbecue. Entry fee is $500 per team. All proceeds benefit the MSU Bobcat Athletic Scholarship Fund. For further information, tickets and registration contact Shad at 406-883-8803 or shad.hupka@fib.com.
Library game day, movies alternate on Fridays
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library holds game days and Friday flicks on alternative weeks from 3:45-5:15 p.m. in the library meeting room. For more information contact the library at 406-883-8225.
Saturday, July 30
Bikes auctioned in Polson
POLSON — The city of Polson will hold their annual bike auction on Saturday, July 30, at the City Shop at the corner of First Street E and Eleventh Ave. E (other items will also be available). Walk through of bikes happens at 9:30 a.m., auction starts promptly at 10 a.m. Call 406-883-8212 for more information.
Monday, August 1
Enjoy musical, comedy at Theater on the Lake 8/11 through 8/28
POLSON — The Port Polson Players in association with the Mission Valley Friends of the Arts present “Guys On Ice” a musical/comedy. Shows will take place Wednesday-Saturday, Aug. 11-28, at 8 p.m., Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. The Theater on the Lake is located on Highway 93 S at Boettcher Park. For reservations call 406-883-9212 or go to: portpolsonplayers@centurytel.net.
Mother Goose, Makerspace activities held
POLSON — At 10 a.m. on Mondays, North Lake County Library Public Library hold Mother Goose book and finger plays for the little ones. Makerspace hands-on activities for children of all ages are held Mondays from 1-3 p.m. For more information contact the library at 406-883-8225.
Port Polson Players present mystery, thriller July 21 - Aug. 7
POLSON — The Port Polson Players in Association with the Mission Valley Friends of the Arts present “Shadows On Oak Island” a mystery/thriller. Shows will take place Wednesday-Saturday, July 21-Aug. 7, at 8 p.m., Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. The Theater on the Lake is located on Highway 93 S at Boettcher Park. For reservations call 406-883- 9212 or go to: portpolsonplayers@ centurytel.net.
Sandpiper Gallery presents ‘Exceptionally Eclectic’ through Aug. 22
POLSON — Sandpiper Art Gallery, 306 Main Street, presents “Exceptionally Eclectic” an exhibit of artwork from member artists Alice Varnum (ink/watercolor), Cynthia Hoelscher (fabric art), Charlie Fudge (woodworking), Carole Daniels (encaustic/watercolor), Michael Stockhill (photography), and Gitti Miller (basketry) from Saturday, July 9-Monday, Aug. 22.
Tuesday, August 2
Horsemen present riding in southwest slideshow
POLSON — Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen’s monthly meeting is on Aug. 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Ronan VFW on Round Butte Road. Kent and Charlene Krone, who spend their winters in the southwest and publish their experiences in horseman magazines, will be the presenters. Their slideshow about riding in parts of Arizona, Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana will be about 45 minutes long. The slideshow starts in the first territorial capitol of Arizona and ends in the second territorial capital of Montana. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. You won’t want to miss this presentation folks.
Wednesday, August 3
Ken’s Country Combo plays at Elks
POLSON — There will be a dance at the Elks on Wednesday, Aug. 3, from 7-10 p.m. Join us for the fun. Ken’s Country Combo will play.
Friday, August 5
Enjoy a movie under the stars
POLSON — Watch an intergalactic, family-friendly movie and free food. Everyone is welcome. Food starts at 8:45 p.m., galactic costume contest begins at 9:45 p.m., the movie starts at 10 p.m. Bring your own chair/blanket. Due to licensing, we cannot name the movie; however, we can tell you by word or over the phone at 406-883-2447. This event will be held on the north lawn of New Life Church, 1414 Second Street, W.
Library game day, movies alternate on Fridays
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library holds game days and Friday flicks on alternative weeks from 3:45-5:15 p.m. in the library meeting room. For more information, contact the library at 406-883-8225.
Saturday, August 6
Delicious barbecue ‘Smokin on the Water’
POLSON — Please join the 8th annual “Smokin’ On The Water” barbecue cook-off on Saturday, Aug. 6, from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Cash prizes and trophies awarded in all barbecue categories. We hope to see you there. For more information contact the Polson Chamber of Commerce.
Reading program ends
POLSON — The reading portion of North Lake County Library program will end on Saturday, Aug. 6, at 4 p.m.
Swim during Water Daze
POLSON — The 14th Annual Water Daze 1-Mile Swim will take place on Saturday, Aug. 6. Swimmers begin at Salish Point and swim to Boettcher Park. Registration will open at 11 a.m. with a 1 p.m. start time. Swimmers will be provided transportation to KwaTaqNuk from Boettcher about 30 minutes prior to the start of the race. See you there.
Sunday, August 7
Accordionists to jam
POLSON — The Northwest Montana Accordion Association will hold a jam session at the Elks Club on Sunday, Aug. 7, from 2-5:30 p.m. Call 406-752-8275 if you have questions.
Monday, August 8
Mega Sports Camp VBS offered
POLSON — A Mega Sports Camp Vacation Bible School will be offered at Polson Foursquare Church Aug. 8-12 from 5-8:30 p.m. Soccer, archery, art will be offered and a free family dinner will be served at 5 p.m. Ages K-6 grade may register online at: www.polsonfoursquare.org or call 406-883-9347.
Mother Goose, Makerspace activities held
POLSON — At 10 a.m. on Mondays, North Lake County Library Public Library holds Mother Goose book and finger plays for the little ones. Makerspace hands-on activities for children of all ages are held Mondays from 1-3 p.m. For more information contact the library at 406-883-8225.
Wednesday, August 10
Fire board to meet
POLSON — The Polson Rural Fire Board will meet Wednesday, Aug. 10, at 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Station. See you there.
Thursday, August 11
Back to School Block Party on tap
POLSON — Polson First United Methodist Church’s “Back to School Block Party” is Thursday, Aug. 11, from 5-7 p.m. in the church parking lot at 301 Sixteenth Ave. E. The block party is a fun time for children to come enjoy water slides, games and food.
Big splash planned for readers
POLSON — The North Lake County Library will hold their prize drawing/ice cream social/Happy Hippo excursion the morning of Aug. 11. A youth writing club meets at the library from 1-3 p.m. Call the library at 406-883-8225 for more information.
Caregiver class set
POLSON — Western Montana Area VI Agency of Aging presents a Powerful Tools for Caregivers six-week class session to give you, the caregiver, tools you need to avoid burnout. The classes will be each Thursday, Aug.11- Sept.15, from 10-11:30 a.m. at the O-Maley conference room on the second floor of Providence St. Joseph Medical Center #6, Thirteenth Ave. E. The cost is $50 with assistance available. Register by calling 406-883-7284 or 1-800-266-4188.
Get your sports physical
POLSON — St. Joseph Medical Center will provide sports physicals on Thursday, Aug. 11, from 3:30-6 p.m. for $30 cash or check made out to St. Joseph Medical Center (no credit cards or insurance). All proceeds are donated back to the Polson athletics program. Physical forms are available on the Montana High School Association's website.