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‘Park After Dark’ winter hike offered at Lone Pine State Park

KALISPELL — On Wednesday, Feb. 16, from  7:30-9 p.m. experience Lone Pine State Park on a wintery night on this full moon hike. Moon views vary depending on cloud cover, but you’re guaranteed a nighttime adventure that experiences the park after hours. Be sure to dress for the weather. Trails are typically icy at this time of year, so wear micro spikes like Yaktrax if there’s snow on the ground. We’ll have snowshoes available if needed. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706, ext. 0, to register, as space is limited. Cost is $4 per hiker ($8 entry fee for non-resident vehicles).

 

‘Prepare to be Bear Aware’ education class offered at Lone Pine

 

 

KALISPELL — On Saturday, March 16, at 10 a.m. at Lone Pine State Park Visitor Center, you can learn safety tips and tools to keep people safe and bears wild as they emerge from their dens this spring. Join us as we share practical strategies designed to minimize bear-human conflicts and promote coexistence. From securing garbage bins to proper food storage techniques, we will share provide invaluable insights into creating bear-resistant environments. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and take action for the well-being of all. Registration is required as space is limited. There is no charge for this program. ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). For more information visit: fwp.mt.gov/stateparks/lone-pine or call 406-755-2706

 

Attend ‘Here Comes the Sun’ Concert

POLSON — The Polson Fairground Amphitheatre is the site of the “Here Comes the Sun” concert. This concert celebrates the sounds and songs of the Beatles at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 29. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food trucks will be on site at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each.

 

Country Jam, dances cancelled

POLSON — Our Classic Country Jammin’ scheduled for April 5, at the Elks Ballroom in Polson is cancelled until further notice. Wednesday night dances at the Elks’ ballroom in Polson are also cancelled until further notice. We pray that everyone is staying home and being safe. We do have to go out for essentials and that is okay. Lake City Bakery, McDonalds and Burgerville are open in Polson for take outs. We are all in this together and need to help each other wherever we can, physically or financially. Please encourage one another and we will all get through this. Don’t be prideful and not ask for help, if you really need it. This hardship we are going through may take a little time but if we all work together and for each other, it will pass. We hope to see you all again very soon.

Experience ‘Lights under the Big Sky’

RONAN — On Saturday, Dec. 11, “Lights Under the Big Sky” will provide fun and entertainment for residents of the Mission Valley at the Ronan Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. There will be holiday lights displays; family activities and Santa.

 

Flathead Cheese holds annual open house

POLSON — Flathead Cheese, will hold their annual Open House Week from July 2-7, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, at their shop, 208 First Ave. E. Call 406-883-0343 for more information.

Free 'Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care' training held

PABLO — On April 22, from noon3 p.m. at Salish Kootenai College, Teresa Nygaard will present a free training entitled, "Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care." Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) is a term to describe traumatic events occurring before age 18. Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that without supports can have long-term negative effects. When “we” are trauma-informed, we realize the impact of trauma and understand there is potential for recovery. We recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma in those that we interact with and in ourselves. We respond by fully integrating knowledge about trauma into procedures, policies and practices. We seek to actively resist re-traumatization. We stop asking “What’s happening to you?” This training delves into this topic, responding to participants based on their pre-existing knowledge of the topic.

Credits are available.

The training is free but has limited seating. To register, send name, email, and contact number to: helpinghandsfund1@gmail.com. Registration confirmation will be sent within seven days. 

 

 

Free online meditation classes

ZOOM — Please join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesday, Dec. 28, and on subsequent Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, including meditation instruction, practice and discussion via Zoom. The classes will be each Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. Please join us and take advantage of this opportunity. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.

 

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Monday, September 14

Learn about herbs

9/14/2015

POLSON – The Thyme for Herbs meeting is on Monday, Sept. 14, at 7 p.m. in the North Lake County Public Library meeting room. 

The topic will be: How to Combine Herbs for Optimal Effectiveness and the discussion will include: how to harvest and preserve herbs; harvesting seed; and when to use essential oils. Anyone interested in learning to use herbs is invited to join us. Bring your questions for discussion. For more information, call Linda Peterson 406-319-2446.

 

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Wednesday, September 16

Community dance resumes

9/16/2015

POLSON— Ken’s Country Combo will play at the Wednesday, Sept. 16, community dance that begins at 7 p.m. at the Elks. Keep bringing your friends and neighbors. There was a good turnout at the Sept. 2 dance.

 

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Thursday, September 17

SPLASH at Sandpiper Gallery

9/17/2015

POLSON — Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 5-7 p.m.  Your host will be at the Sandpiper Art Gallery.  See you there.

 

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Friday, September 18

Calling All Lake County Democrats

9/18/2015

POLSON – The Lake County Democrats’ “End of the Summer” picnic is at Boettcher Park at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept 18. Turkey and ham, non-alcoholic drinks and plates/utensils will be provided. 

Bring a dish to share and a chair. Alcoholic beverages are permitted so BYOB. 

Music will be provided and our special guest Monica Lindeen, candidate for Secretary of State will be the featured speaker. 

If you have questions, contact Craig McClure at 406-599-4087.

 

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Saturday, September 19

Chamber uncorks fundraiser

9/19/2015

POLSON — The second annual Chamber Uncorked fundraiser will be held from 6-9 p.m. at the Polson Motorcoach Resort/KOA. Uncorked will also feature a tasting of Oktoberfest Brews and light hors d’oeuvres. Only 100 tickets will be sold for this event. Tickets are $45 and are available at the Chamber office at 418 Main Street. Deadline for purchasing tickets is Friday, Sept. 18.

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Check your child’s car seat

9/19/2015

POLSON — On Sept. 19 between 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in the parking lot of Walmart in Polson, there will be a Child Passenger Safety Check Station set up over by the garden area during the Polson Police Department’s annual Safety Days event, where you may stop by and have your child’s car seat checked. For more information on child passenger safety, go to www.nhtsa.gov.

 

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High school kids participate in rodeo

9/19/2015 - 9/20/2015

POLSON — Lake County High School Rodeo will be held at Polson Fairgrounds Sept. 19-20. Watch as the girls and boys participate in a wide range of rodeo activities: barrels, saddle broncs, goat tying, and breakaway and possibly sports shooting. There will be a great concession stand complete with homegrown Montana beef direct from our valley. For more information, call 406-644-2874 or 406-676-7600.

 

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Monday, September 21

Polson school board to meet

9/21/2015

POLSON — Polson’s next school board meeting will be held Monday, Sept. 21, at 5:30 p.m. in the district office, 111 Fourth Ave. E.

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Wednesday, September 23

Fire Board to meet

9/23/2015

POLSON — The Polson Rural Fire Board has scheduled a special meeting for Wednesday, Sept. 23, at 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Station, 25 Regatta Road.

 

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Sensory fun happens at PAT meeting

9/23/2015

POLSON — “September Sensory Fun” is the name of the Parents as Teachers Community Connections event on Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. A light lunch will be served. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome at this free program, held in the Lake County Health Department’s conference room, 801 Main Street. Children may explore, develop and refine their cognitive, social and emotional, physical, creative and linguistic skills. Call LCPH at 406-883-7288, for more information.

 

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Thursday, September 24

Free Italian dinner served

9/24/2015

POLSON — A free Italian Community Dinner will be served on Thursday, Sept. 24, at 6 p.m. at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. All are welcome.

 

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Friday, September 25

Pachyderms tackle Suicide prevention

9/25/2015

POLSON – Regrettably, suicide is a serious problem in Lake County. No doubt some of these tragedies could be avoided if we knew more about the issue and could recognize some of the warning signs. The public is invited to hear and interact with Roxana Colman-Herak as she discusses the topic of suicide at the meeting of the Lake County Pachyderm Club, Friday, Sept. 25, at noon. The meeting will be held in the Polson Rural Fire Hall on Regatta Road near the fairgrounds.

In October, Roxana will be teaching a two-day Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training course along with her husband Marty at Salish-Kootenai College.

The Pachyderm Club holds informational meetings the second and fourth Fridays of each month. 

 

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Saturday, September 26

Barbecue to benefit motorcycle victims

9/26/2015

POLSON — A benefit barbecue, raffle, 50/50 and silent auction for Victor Moldenhauer and Montana “Tana” Bosker will be held on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 3 p.m.-midnight at the Sportspage Bowl and Lounge. Victor and Tana recently sustained serious injuries in a motorcycle accident. The barbecue dinner, with all the fixin’s, is $10 per plate or $30 per family. A silent auction will be held from 3-8 p.m. and Gladys Friday will perform live music from 8-11 p.m. Donations may be made at Whitefish Credit Union.

 

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Car show on tap at MVCA

9/26/2015

POLSON — Mission Valley Christian Academy will hold their first annual car show on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the school. There will also be a food vendor, an old fashion photo booth and a 50/50 drawing. To register on line, call 406-883-6858 or go to: missionvalleychristianacademy.net.

 

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