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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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Thursday, September 22

Adults, children invited to ‘Big Read’

9/22/2016 - 9/24/2016

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library in Polson invites everyone to take part in the Big Read. The adult book selection is “Love Medicine” by Louise Erdrich. Events take place Thursday, Sept. 22 and Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. The children’s selection is “The Mud Pony” by Caron Lee Cohen. Events take place on Saturday, Sept. 24, from 11 a.m.-noon. For more information, please call the library’s circulation desk at 406-883-8225.

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Enjoy free night, movie at MOAM

9/22/2016

POLSON — Enjoy a free night at the Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane, on the fourth Thursday evening of each month. The program starts at 6:30 pm. Treats and donations accepted. On Thursday, Sept. 22, we will show “The Sound of Music.” Come join us for a fun evening. If you have questions call 406-883-6804.

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Soups served at Community Dinner

9/22/2016

POLSON — Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E, will host a Community Dinner on Thursday, Sept. 22, at 6 p.m. The menu includes soups, breads, salads and desserts. All are welcome

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Friday, September 23

Bereavement group set to begin in Polson

9/23/2016

POLSON — A free eight week Bereavement Support Group series for adults grieving the death of a loved one is offered Wednesdays from 10-11:30 a.m. from Sept. 28-Nov. 16, at the O’Maley conference room at St. Joseph Medical Center. Registration is required by Sept. 23. To register contact: Mary Martin, LCSW, at 406- 883-8914 or mary.martin@ providence.org.

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Clark speaker at Pachyderm meeting

9/23/2016

POLSON — The Lake County Pachyderms will feature Johanna Clark, Candidate for HD93, Friday, Sept. 23, at noon at the Polson Rural Fire Department.

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Saturday, September 24

Garage sale proceeds to benefit Methodist Church

9/24/2016

POLSON — Multiple families have donated goods to the United Methodist Church, 301 Sixteenth Ave. E, garage sale scheduled for Saturday, Sept 24. All proceeds benefit the church. Doors will open at 8 a.m. and close at 3 p.m. Coffee and cinnamon rolls will be available for purchase. Call 406-883-6161 or 406-883-4015 with questions.

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Have fun under the stars at fundraiser

9/24/2016

POLSON — Mission Valley Christian Academy will host a fun night under the stars at their Island Dreams Fundraising Auction and Dinner at the Red Lion on Saturday, Sept. 24. You won’t want to miss the opportunity for great vacation packages, world class fish sculpture, area certificates and much, much more. All proceeds benefit Mission Valley Christian Academy. Admission/dinner tickets are $25 each, doors open at 5 p.m. and dinner is served at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call MVCA at 406-883-6858.

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Marines, public play golf for “Toys for Tots”

9/24/2016

POLSON — The first annual Marine Corps Reserves “Toys for Tots” four-person Golf Scramble, presented by Marine Corps League #1041, takes place on Saturday, Sept. 24, (one day event). Play 18 holes at the Polson Bay Golf Course Bayshore Nine (old nine) 2 laps. Shotgun start is at 9 a.m. on the old nine. Entry fee: course season pass holders are $40 per person and non- course season pass holders $50 are per person. Entry includes golf and meal after play on the lawn below clubhouse. Scoring by Pro Shop on the Calaway System. The field is limited to the first 64 entries and is open to the public. For more information call the Polson Bay Golf Course at 406-883-8230.

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Watch PHS volleyball at Linderman

9/24/2016

POLSON — The Polson High School Volleyball team plays against Hamilton and Dillon on Saturday, Sept. 24, at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. in the Linderman School gym. For more information call 406- 883-6351

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Monday, September 26

PBC announces ‘Decorate the Bench Competition’

9/26/2016 - 10/7/2016

POLSON — Celebrate fall with the downtown “Decorate the Bench Competition.” Choose a bench at Navigator Travel between Sept. 26-Oct.7. The public votes Oct.15-21 with winners announced at our “Downtown Open House” on Oct. 22. The first place prize is $200 in PBC-dollars; the second place prize is $100 in PBC-dollars; and third place is $80 in PBC-dollars. This is another event brought to you by the Polson Business Community. If you have questions, call Jackie at 406-883-5800 or Evonne at 406-883-5222.

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Wednesday, September 28

Bereavement group set to begin in Polson

9/28/2016

POLSON — A free eight-week Bereavement Support Group series for adults grieving the death of a loved one is offered Wednesdays from 10-11:30 a.m. from Sept. 28-Nov. 16, at the O’Maley conference room at St. Joseph Medical Center. Registration is required by Sept. 23. To register contact: Mary Martin, LCSW, at 406-883-8914 or mary. martin@providence.org

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Thursday, September 29

Bison Range ownership discussed

9/29/2016

POLSON — “Restoration of the National Bison Range to Federal Trust Ownership for the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes” by Brian Upton will be Mission Mountain Audubon’s next educational program on Thursday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m. in the Polson Library meeting room. Everyone is welcome. Brian Upton, a CSKT attorney, as well as other staff will be on hand to discuss the Tribe’s draft legislation to restore the National Bison Range land to federal trust ownership for CSKT. The staff will also discuss some of the related history and background at the National Bison Range.

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Friday, September 30

Chicken served at Fifth Friday Dinner

9/30/2016

POLSON — Chicken’s on the menu at the Polson Community Church, 1814 First Street E. This Fifth Friday Dinner will be served on Sept. 30. from 4:30-6:3 p.m.

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Join homecoming parade, game

9/30/2016

POLSON — Polson High School’s Homecoming Parade takes place Friday, Sept. 30. The parade begin at 2:35 p.m. from the high school, travels north on Second Street W, turns east onto Eighth Ave. in front of Cherry Valley, then north on Main Street. The floats will turn east on Third Ave. and continue past the Lake County Courthouse, turn right onto Second Street E in front of Linderman Gym, and then goes east to the finish near the tennis courts. All spectators are urged to show their Polson Pride by wearing purple and gold. The football game against the Whitefish Bulldogs begins at 7 p.m. with crowning of the homecoming king and queen at halftime.

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Saturday, October 1

Journey Be opens used book, furniture store

10/1/2016

POLSON — Journey Be will open “Pretty Good Books,” 101 Seventh Ave. W, with a sale on Oct. 1. Journey Be opened the used books and furniture store to address homelessness issues in the area. The Grand Opening sale is from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information call 406-883-5160 or 406-871-1109.

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Sunday, October 2

Accordionists to jam

10/2/2016

POLSON — The Northwest Montana Accordion Association will hold a jam session at the Elks Club on Sunday, Oct. 2 , from 2-5:30 p.m. Call 406-752-8275 for more information.

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Monday, October 3

NAMI group to meet

10/3/2016

POLSON — NAMI Mission Valley wilL meet Monday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m. in the meeting room of the North Lake County Library. We will be continuing with our series on "The Brain." All are welcome. If you have questions, please phone 406-883-1092.

Tuesday, October 4

Worthy Grand Matron to make official visit

10/4/2016

POLSON — Marlene Pfaff of Laurel, Worth Grand Matron of the Grand Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star I Montana will make her official visitation to Mystic Chapter No. 53 on Oct. 4 at 7:30 p.m. She will be accompanied by Worthy Grand Patron David Nielsen of Helena. The meeting will be preceded by a soup supper at 5:30 p.m. at The Masonic Hall in Polson. The current Worthy Grand Matron Marlene and Worthy Grand Patron David will reside at their “OES – What a Wonderful World” session in Billings, June 14-17, 2017, to celebrate the 128th anniversary of Montana Grand Chapter.

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