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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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Saturday, June 23

Annual Fireman’s Auction held at Old Town Field

6/23/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Volunteer Fire Department Fireman’s Auction will take place on Saturday, June 23, at 11 a.m. at the Old Town Field. Concessions begin at that time and include hamburgers, hot dogs, pulled pork sandwiches with coleslaw and ice cream. Meals will be served until the end of the auction at approximately 5 p.m. (Purchase a meal and you’re entered in the door prize drawing.) The silent auction starts at 11 a.m.; the live auction starts at noon with raffle drawings and door prizes. Raffle tickets will be sold before the auction for a ½ beef; a whole hog cut and wrapped; and a .AR15 rifle with scope. To donate auction items please call 406-531- 4082 or 406-745-4266.

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Skatepark holds free Skate Jam

6/23/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — Come join us at the St. Ignatius Skatepark on June 23 for a “Free to the public” Skate Jam hosted by Board of Missoula. The event runs from noon-4 p.m. and is open to all age groups. There will be contests for all kinds of things including “best trick,” and lots of free prizes, a raffle and a product toss. There will also be free hot dogs and beverages while they last. For more information call Chris Bacon at 406-721-7774. Thank you for supporting our local skateparks.

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Monday, June 25

Sign up for ‘Operation Arctic’ Vacation Bible School

6/25/2018 - 6/29/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — St. Ignatius Christian Missionary Alliance Church will offer “Operation Arctic” Vacation Bible School. The program runs June 25-June 29, from 6-8:15 p.m. each evening at 529 Third Ave. N, four blocks north of the school on Third. Ave., kitty-corner to the blue water tower. Come explore the coolest book on the planet. There will be games, snacks, crafts, music and learning each evening. Lots of fun and learning to be had. Children 3 years old through entering sixth grade are welcome.

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Wednesday, June 27

Free Community Dinner served in St. Ignatius

6/27/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — A free Community Dinner will be served from 5:30–6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 27, at the St. Ignatius Senior Citizens Center. Come enjoy a hot, home-cooked meal with your friends, neighbors, by yourself, or with family, etc. Spend time with your community and fill your belly. All are invited and welcome. Hosted by St. Ignatius Christian Missionary Alliance Church. Call 406-360-0563 or 406-273-8203 for more information.

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Tuesday, July 10

Tennis courts open

7/10/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — Drop in to play tennis in St. Ignatius at the school tennis courts from 6:30- 8 p.m. on July 10. The bathrooms will be open and tennis balls/rackets will be available. Come as an individual, as a group, with friends/family and find someone to play a tennis game with or just hit around. Call 406-273-8203 for more information.

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Thursday, July 19

Sign up for Good Old Days’ tennis tournament

7/19/2018 - 7/21/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — St. Ignatius’ Good Old Days Tennis Tournament starts on Thursday July 19, at 5:30 p.m. and continues on Friday, at 12:30 p.m. (and on Saturday at 3 p.m. if there are enough entries needing Saturday play). There will be singles, doubles and mixed doubles. Junior division is for 12- to 18-year-old players and the adult division for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. Registration deadline is midnight on Friday, July 13. You will be called or emailed with first starting times by Tuesday, July 17. To register call or text Kimimi Ashley at: 406-273-8203 or email: kimimiashley@yahoo. com or FaceBook message registration information. Needed is - name, phone number, email address, events playing and junior player age or adult skill level. See you on the courts.

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Friday, July 20

Good Old Days events listed

7/20/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — Little Miss and Mr. Good Old Days Pageant will take place on Friday, July 20. The theme this year is the ‘50s. Kiddos of all ages from birth to 17 are welcome. Check us out or register online at: missionmountainpageants@ weebly. com or you can call 406-396- 7838. At 4 p.m. there will be a dessert baking contest. From 5-7 p.m. enjoy a barbecue for $10 for adults and $6 for kids under 12. Big toys events will take place from 5:30-8:30 p.m. and a Farmers Market will be held from 5-7 p.m. Jeff Daniels will provide a free concert at the Amphitheater at 7:30 p.m. A tennis tournament begins at 5:30 p.m. at the St. Ignatius High School tennis courts.

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Saturday, July 21

Buffalo Run to be held in St. Ignatius

7/21/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — St. Luke Community Healthcare’s 36th annual Buffalo Run will be held July 21 and consists of a 1-mile, 4-mile, 7-mile and half marathon runs. The half marathon starts promptly at 7 a.m. with the other races starting at 8 a.m. The annual run begins in front of Gamble’s Hardware and the course is in and around the town of St. Ignatius and is mostly flat. Entry forms are available on the St. Luke website: stlukehealthcare.org or by calling 406-528-532.

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Class of ‘63 joins Good Old Days Parade

7/21/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — During Good Old Days the Mission class of 1963 will have a float in the parade at noon on July 21. Then they will meet at the Olmsteds’ at 4 p.m. to visit and enjoy an Amish chicken dinner and fresh baked pies at 5 p.m. The meal will cost around $7or $8 apiece. Bring your own beverages. Water and iced tea will be provided. For more information or to provide a head count before July 5, please call LaVonne at 406-745-3423.

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Pancakes start off Good Old Days events

7/21/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — A pancake breakfast will take place from 7-11 a.m. at the senior center. The 34th annual Buffalo Run begins with the half-marathon at 7 a.m. sharp. The 1, 4, and 7 mile runs start at 8 a.m. on the corner of Main and Mountain View Drive. The Good Old Days parade begins at noon. Dog races and lawn mower races are at 1 p.m. and big toys and the climbing wall events are from 1-4 p.m. Family games are at 2 p.m. and a tug-owar is at 2:30 p.m. Enjoy bingo at the senior center from 2-4 p.m. Uke Jam is at 3 p.m. A pizza eating contest is at 7:30 p.m. and the new “Jumanji” movie will be shown at dusk. Tennis contest continues at 5:30 p.m.

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Sunday, July 22

Bet on your duck

7/22/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — Bet on your duck and support area high school seniors. Purchase ducks at 9 a.m. and the race takes place at 10 a.m.

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Fly-in at St. Ignatius airport

7/22/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — From 8 a.m.-noon there will be a fly-in at the St. Ignatius airport. A large display of aircraft, door prizes and huckleberry pancakes, biscuits and gravy, eggs and more top off the event.

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