Events with the tag: Polson
Tuesday, August 18
Register for AARP driver course
POLSON — A Montana AARP Smart Driver Course will be held on Aug. 18, at the Polson Area Senior Center from 8:30-11 a.m. and from 1-3 pm. Call 406-883-4735, for a reservation.
Wednesday, August 19
Fire Board continues Aug. 12 agenda
POLSON — Polson Rural Fire Board meeting will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 19, at the Polson Fairgrounds Station, 25 Regatta Road. The meeting includes public hearing FY 2015-2016 budget at 6:30 p.m. followed by a continuation of the Aug. 12 agenda at 7 p.m.
Ken’s Combo to play at Elks
POLSON – Join us on Wednesday, Aug. 19, when Ken’s Country Combo will play at the Elks, from 7-10 p.m. Bring treats if you like.
Learn how to can
POLSON — The Polson Farmers Market invite you to a free class on how to can from 2-5 p.m. on Aug. 19. Classes are for qualified SNAP recipients only. After the class is completed, a $20 certificate to be used at the market to purchase local produce will be given. Classes include children activities, so bring the kids. The class is located at the Polson Flathead Reservation Extension Office, 701-B First Street E. The instructor will be Rene Kittle, MSU extension agent. Please sign up at the market with LouAnne Hoskinson or Melissa Michel.
Public invited to resort tax meeting
POLSON – The Polson Economic Development Committee invites the public to join them Wednesday, Aug. 19, at 6:30 p.m. at the Polson Middle School to learn more about the proposed Polson Resort Tax. This meeting is open to the public and public questions and comments are encouraged and appreciated.
Thursday, August 20
Rodeo provides food, entertainment
POLSON — The Flathead River Rodeo will take place on Aug. 20, 21 and 22. The Indian National Finals Tour Rodeo, sponsored by the KwaTaqNuk Resort and Casino and the CSKT Tribes, begins at 7 p.m. each night with live music after the rodeo each night. Food and beverage concessions will be available. There will be a professional bullfighting competition each night following the rodeo performance. Admission is $15 for adults, $5 for students and there is no charge for children 6 years and under. This event has been voted Tour Rodeo of the Year for the past three years. For more information, contact Pete White or Sheila Matt at 406-883-3636.
Friday, August 21
Boys and Girls Club ends extended hours
POLSON/RONAN –– Friday, Aug. 21, is the last day of extended summer hours for the Boys and Girls Clubs in Ronan and Polson.
Saturday, August 22
Rotary holds annual Chili Cook-off
POLSON –– The annual Rotary Chili Cook-off will be held Saturday, Aug. 22, from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Riverside Park.
Yard sale, you-dig plants to support Ware-Whipple family
POLSON — The Ware-Whipple family of Aware Wellness Center has to move to Panama in early September due to the respiratory health of their son. On Saturday and Sunday, August 22 and 23 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. there will be a yardsale and a plant share, you dig free sumac, maple, some apples, pears, lots of comfrey, Jerusalem artichokes, sedum, pears to harvest, apples for winter storage, etc., all on donation basis.
The yard sale will have all things related to winter including clothing, coats, ski gear, ice fishing, hunting, guns, ammo, winter sheets, blankets and bed spreads, etc. Long term food storage for sale, too. Come support our family’s future farming in Panama, and come say goodbye. We are so thankful to such a loving community, we will miss you all and welcome you to our winter eco retreat escape Aware Wellness Retreat in northern Panama.
For more information call Kelly at 406-314-3808 or Whip at 406-314-3716.
Youth group raises funds for charity
POLSON — Catalyst Youth Group of New Life Christian Center, 1414 Second Street W, is asking all to come and give your support at their spaghetti feed on Aug. 22 at 6 p.m. at the New Life Christian Center. They are raising money for charity. The meal is just $4 per person or $18 dollars for a family of five or more. The spaghetti dinner includes dessert and a gluten-free dinner option will also be available. Donations will also be greatly appreciated. If you have any questions, please call 406-890-1407.
Monday, August 24
Boys and Girls Clubs closed for week
RONAN/POLSON — Boys and Girls Clubs will be closed on Monday, Aug. 24 to Friday, Aug. 28.
Tuesday, August 25
Middle School begins year with barbecue
POLSON – Polson Middle School will hold a beginning of the year barbecue and open house at the school on Tuesday, Aug. 25, from 4-6 p.m. Students, families and teachers are all invited.
Wednesday, August 26
Heart to Heart plays at community dance
POLSON — Heart to Heart will be playing for this Wednesday’s dance. Come and join us for the fun at the Elks from 7-10 p.m. We need more dancers, so bring all of your friends and help to fill up the place. Treats, as always, are welcome and wonderful.
Learn how to dehydrate, preserve food
POLSON –– The Polson Farmers Market would like to invite you to a free class on dehydrating and preserving food from 2-3 p.m. on Aug. 26. Classes are for qualified SNAP recipients only. A $20 gift certificate will be given after the class is completed. The certificate is to be used at the market to purchase local produce. Classes will include children's activities … so bring the kids. The class is located at the Polson Flathead Reservation extension office, 701-B First Street E. The instructor will be Rene Kittle, MSU extension agent. Please sign up at the market with LouAnne Hoskinson or Melissa Michel.
Parents as Teachers have fun
POLSON – The Lake County Health Department’s Parents as Teachers program is sponsoring a “Staying Fit with Your Child” fun time on Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Riverside Park in Polson. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend this free program. This is a good chance to meet other families with young children, and to learn more about the free Parents as Teachers Home Visiting program. Call LCPH at 406-883-7288, for more information.
Thursday, August 27
Enjoy a free, full menu
POLSON – A free community dinner will take place on Aug. 27, at 6 p.m., at Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. The menu includes casseroles, salads, and desserts. All are welcome.
Friday, August 28
Parents called to fall orientation
RONAN/POLSON —Boys and Girls Club Parent/Guardian Welcome Back Fall orientation for Polson and Ronan takes place on Friday, Aug. 28. Call 406-883-5021, for details.
Preschool to hold open house
POLSON — An open house for Good Shepherd’s Little Friends Preschool is on Friday, Aug. 28, from 4–6 p.m. Come to the preschool and meet teacher/director Heather Holmes, see the preschool and learn more about our program. We are a Christian preschool with emphasis on socialization and kindergarten readiness. Call 406-370-6397, for more information.
Reception celebrates four artists’ work
POLSON – On Friday, Aug. 28, from 5-7 p.m., a reception for artists Susan Evans, Joe Girsch, Karla Martinsen and and Rachel Phelps will be held. The “Fire Within Us” exhibit will be featured from Aug. 22-Oct. 3. Susan Evans’ work includes mobiles and calligraphy, Joe Girsch will show his photography, Karla Martinsen will show her two-dimensional and three-dimensional paintings and Rachel Phelps will present her grass weaving. Go to Sandpiperartgallery.com, for more information.