Events with the tag: Polson
Monday, July 31
Sports, food at VBS
POLSON — A Mega Sports Camp VBS will take place Monday, July 31-Aug. 4, from 5 p.m. at the Polson Foursquare Church. There will be a free family dinner at 5:45 p.m. Opening rally begins at 8:15 p.m. There will be soccer, archery, Frisbee golf, and art classes. Register online at: www.polsonfoursquare. org. Click on the Mega Sports Camp link or call for more information at 406-883-9347 or 406- 261-8723.
Tuesday, August 1
Guitars, bass, piano play country music in comedy through Aug. 6
POLSON — From July 20–Aug. 6 the Port Polson Players will offer the musical comedy “Pump Boys and Dinettes.” Set in contemporary Georgia, this refreshing story features selections like “Tips, Farmer Tan,” “Catfish” and “Mona Mona” in a country music-infused celebration. The ‘Pump Boys’ sell high octane on Highway 57, as the ‘Dinettes’ run the Double Cup diner next door. Together they fashion an evening of country western songs on guitars, piano, bass and, yes, kitchen utensils.
Watch ‘Death by Golf ’ through Aug. 27
POLSON — From Aug. 10-27 the Port Polson Players production of Gregg Kreutz’s comedy-mystery “Death by Golf ” wraps up Polson’s Summer Theatre season. When an escaped convict, an anxious bride, a scheming new husband, and a suspicious attorney all convene at Grandpa’s house, it doesn’t take long for Grandpa to realize he has to reschedule his golf game. This show pays tribute to the Players’ location on the Old Nine of the Polson Golf Course. Reservations can be made by calling the theatre box office at 406-883-9212 or visiting portpolsonplayers.com.
Wednesday, August 2
Chamber examines Montana’s economy
POLSON — On Wednesday, Aug. 2, members of the Polson Chamber of Commerce will hear from Paddy Fleming, Director of the Montana Manufacturing Extension Center, whose goal is to help Montana manufacturers succeed. The luncheon will be held at the KwaTaqNuk Resort from noon-1 pm. Cost of the luncheon will be $11. Reservations for the luncheon are not required. For additional information about the Chamber and its activities, call 406-883-5969.
Concert, family activities planned at Boettcher Park
POLSON — Join us for “Music in the Park”, a fun, family event at Boettcher Park, from 7-8:30 p.m. “Harvest Sound,” a musician group traveling through Montana will play music. This event is sponsored by Mountain Song Church. There will be free snacks and water, face-painting, personalized songs, and a free concert.
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, August 3
Lego Movie’ event planned at library
POLSON — North Lake County Library will hold Movie Day on Aug. 3 and go to the Showboat Cinema in Polson and watch the “Lego Movie.” For more information, contact the library at 406-883-8225.
Saturday, August 5
Swim in annual race
POLSON — The 15th Annual Water Daze 1-Mile Swim will take place on Saturday, Aug. 5. Swim from Salish Point, through the pristine waters of Flathead Lake, to Boettcher Park with the backdrop of the Mission Mountains. Registration will open from 11 a.m. to noon with a 1 p.m. start time. Swimmers will be provided transportation to KwaTaq- Nuk from Boettcher about 30 minutes prior to the start of the race. Local kayakers and emergency personnel will be along the racecourse for safety and support. Since the beginning, Water Daze has been an essential part of the Mission Valley Aquatic’s mission, outreach and fundraising campaign. There is beautiful scenery, clear water, great food and friends — all in support of the Lake Monsters Swim Team and Mission Valley Aquatics. See you there.
Sunday, August 6
Accordionists to meet
POLSON — The Northwest Montana Accordion Association will meet at the Elks in Polson on Sunday, Aug. 6, from 2-5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 8
Class for Caregivers given through Sept. 12
POLSON — Aug. 8 is the first day for the caregivers’ class. Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes are scheduled for six Tuesdays, Aug. 8- Sept. 12 in Polson. Time for the class is 10-11:30 a.m. The classes are sponsored by the Area VI Agency on Aging to help caregivers thrive in this most difficult life role. Please call 1-800-266-4188 for more information or to register. Class size is limited.
Wednesday, August 9
Native culture activity cancelled
POLSON — The Polson School Indian Education Committee has cancelled the Native culture activity planned for Wednesday, Aug. 9, from 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. This activity will be rescheduled at a later date. Notices will be sent when that date is determined. For additional information, call the District Office at 406-883-6355.
Thursday, August 10
Make clay tiles at Riverside Park
POLSON — A clay tile making event will take place in Polson on Aug. 10 from 4-7 p.m. at Riverside Park. Tiles are being made for the Riverside Community Mosaic Project. Families welcome. First come, first served, while supplies last.
Thirty-second annual Bug Race held
POLSON — The North Lake County Library will hold the 32nd annual “Bug Race” at the VFW on Aug. 10. For more information, call the library at 406-883- 8225.
Friday, August 11
Free dinner served
POLSON — A free dinner will be served at Polson Presbyterian Church on Friday, Aug. 11, 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.
Get health screening in Polson
POLSON — The University of Montana Improving Health Among Rural Montanans will be conducting health screenings from 9 a.m.- 2.p.m. on Friday, Aug. 11, at Lakeshore Pharmacy, (inside Super 1 Foods, Polson). IPHARM will offer the following health screenings: bone density, hgA1c (blood glucose), cholesterol (this test requires a 9-12 hour fast for complete results; but please drink plenty of water). The cost is $15 per test. Free blood pressure readings will also be available. Call Lakeshore Pharmacy at 406-883-0342 to schedule an appointment.
Summerfest begins
POLSON — Day one of Polson’s Summerfest is Friday, Aug. 11. There will be numerous activities in the park and on the water.
Saturday, August 12
Get ready for chili
POLSON — The 11th annual Rotary Chili Cookoff will be held Saturday, Aug. 12, from noon-2 p.m. at Riverside Park. Make sure you purchase your raffle tickets, ($25 per ticket or 5 tickets for $100), to help raise funds for the Boys Scouts’ Summer Camp; the Mission Valley Aquatic Center’s bleachers, youth pool toys; and the Linderman Elementary summer program. Prizes this year include: $1000 cash, groceries and gas ($1000 total value), more than 100 bottles of wine, 2 annual golf passes, $1000 worth of local beef, and a flight seeing trip and dinner for four. Raffle tickets are available from any Rotarian. Anyone wishing to enter the Chili Cook-off Contest can find contest rules and an application form on the Polson Rotary website: https:// portal.clubrunner.ca/1867. For more information, call 406-883-1842 or 406-253- 5452.
Music celebration at Aber Day Reunion
POLSON — The Aber Day Reunion Concert will take place at the Regatta Shoreline Amphitheater on the banks of the Flathead River in Polson from 3-9 p.m. Mission Mountain Wood Band, Sam Riddle, Andrea Harsell and Luna Roja will provide the music. This event is family friendly with food, beer and wine vendors on site; free parking; dry camping available, (no animals except service dogs); no coolers or glass containers; bring lawn chairs and blankets. Bus pickup at various locations to be announced. This is a non-profit event with proceeds distributed to area non-profits by Anderson Broadcasting Charitable Foundation. Tickets may be purchased at the UM Alumni Association at: www.grizalum.com.
Summerfest includes art, car show
POLSON — Day two of Polson’s Summerfest, Saturday, Aug. 12, includes a car show and The 46th Annual Sandpiper Art Festival on the Lake County Courthouse lawn from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Artists and artisans from around the region sell their work in this 1-day show. Enjoy a day of art, fine crafts, food and entertainment on the beautiful courthouse lawn. For more information, visit: www. sandpiperargaller.com or call 406-883-5956.