Thursday, January 12
Get up to speed on driving strategies
POLSON — AARP’s Smart Driver Course will be taught on Thursday, Jan. 15, from 1-5 p.m. at the North Lake County Public Library.
Class materials fee is $20 for AARP members or $25 for non-members.
To register call 406-883-8225 or go by the library. Be up to speed with the latest driving strategies, auto safety features and new state and local laws.
Masumola Clubhouse holds Bobby Burns Night
POLSON — It’s January, and you know what that means -- It’s the return of Bobby Burns Night at the Masumola Clubhouse Thursday, Jan. 12. Join your hosts, Eve and Charlie Dixon, Mark and Shannon Nunlist and Dick Walsh for a celebration of the new year and poets long gone.
Expect pipers to usher in the haggis along with frivolity, fun and good cheer at this potluck dinner celebration. Suggested Food Distribution: A – H hot dish; I – O dessert; P – Z –salad or veggie. Remember your plates, utensils, and choice beverage. You can brave the cold commando style if you choose.
Since post-Covid attendance has been consistently lower than before, there is sure to be ample seating and ample food. Ample frivolity and ample good will as always.
Monday, January 16
Cutthroat Volleyball tryouts, registration to begin
POLSON — Tryouts for the 2023 Cutthroat Volleyball season will take place at the Polson Boys & Girls Club, 110 17th Ave. W from 7:30-9:30 p.m. on Jan. 16 &17 for 12 year old students.
Please bring a water bottle, knee pads (if you have them), and athletic shoes for tryouts. If you have any questions please email us at: cutthroatvolleyballclub@gmail.com
Tuesday, January 17
Cutthroat Volleyball tryouts, registration to begin
POLSON — Tryouts for the 2023 Cutthroat Volleyball season will take place at the Polson Boys & Girls Club, 110 17th Ave. W for 7:30-9:30 p.m. on Jan. 17 &18 from 13 year old students.
Please bring a water bottle, knee pads (if you have them), and athletic shoes for tryouts.
If you have any questions please email us at: cutthroatvolleyballclub@gmail.com
Library holds ‘The Big Reunion’
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library invites anyone who has ever colored at the library, or just always wanted to “The Big Reunion” Coloring Program on Jan. 17 in the library’s meeting room at 1 p.m.
Wednesday, January 18
Cutthroat Volleyball tryouts, registration to begin
POLSON — Tryouts for the 2023 Cutthroat Volleyball season will take place at the Polson Boys & Girls Club, 110 17th Ave. W from 7:30-9:30 p.m. on Jan. 18 &19 for 14 year old students. Please bring a water bottle, knee pads (if you have them), and athletic shoes for tryouts. If you have any questions please email us at: cutthroatvolleyballclub@gmail.com
Join Doug for an evening of rhythm, fun
Join Doug Ruhman for an evening of rhythm and fun at the Western Montana Musician Cooperative from 7-9 p.m. at the Red Poppy Building, 1 Eisenhower St SW in Ronan. We are open to all drummers, percussionists and lovers of rhythm. Come join in on some beats. All percussion is welcome, including hand drums, kit players, etc. Several drums will be available on site, but feel free to bring your own. We are a member-based, member-funded cooperative. The monthly Drum Circle is free, however, for non-members donations are gratefully accepted and appreciated.
Thursday, January 19
Agency on Aging to host SPLASH
POLSON — The Western MT Agency on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, will host the January SPLASH meeting from 5-7 p.m. The public is invited. Meet the agency’s new Executive Director, Lori Thibodeau.
Free Restorative Foot Clinic held
POLSON — Bonnie Mueller will provide a Restorative Foot Clinic on Thursday, Jan. 19, at 11:30 a.m. at Mission Fitness, 805 Seventh St. E. This free one-hour clinic is offered to members and non-members on the third Thursday of each month. Please call 406-253-1682 if you plan to attend.
Grazing, Ag Conference held
MISSOULA — Conflux Brewing, 210 Pattee St. in Missoula, will be the site for the 2023 Western Montana Grazing and Agriculture Conference on Thursday and Friday, Jan. 19 and 20. Registration is $50. There is a block of rooms available at the Doubletree.
For more information go to: https://lakecountyconservationdistrict.org/2023-western-montana-grazing-and-ag-conference/ or the Lake County Conservation District’s Facebook page.
Friday, January 20
Bluegrass Open Jam
A Bluegrass Open Jam will be held at the Western Montana Musicians Cooperative from 7-9 p.m. at the Red Poppy Building, 1 Eisenhower St. SW in Ronan. This event is hosted by Lydia Conway. A bluegrass jam is completely unplugged. We play going around the circle, taking turns choosing songs and tunes. Come ready to lead songs if comfortable, or just strum/hum along. Feel free to share and invite your friends. We are a member-based, member-funded cooperative. The bluegrass jam is free, however, for non-members donations are gratefully accepted and appreciated.
Saturday, January 21
‘Sorry Bout That’ Half Marathon, Team Relay on tap
POLSON — Polson Running will hold their ‘Sorry Bout That Half Marathon and Team Relay” on Saturday, Jan. 21 starting at 309 Ridgewater Dr. The course will be clockwise this year. If you wear a costume you get a .30 second head start. Packet pickup is the same day only. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. The race starts at 11 a.m. and awards are given out at 2 p.m.
Musicians' Co-op holds community jam
Western Montana Musicians Co-op's Saturday Night community jam will be held from 7-10 p.m. at the Red Poppy Building, 1 Eisenhower St SW, in Ronan. This event is hosted by Doug Ruhman. Saturdays are jam night at the Western Montana Musicians Co-op. Stop by and check out our talented members. Come to listen or come to play - everyone is welcome. We are a member-based, member-funded co-op. The community jam is free, however, for non-members, donations are gratefully accepted and appreciated.
Monday, January 23
Library hosts author book signing
POLSON — On Monday, Jan. 23, at 5:30 p.m., the North Lake County Public Library will host a book signing for Milana Marsenich whose latest release is “Beautiful Ghost,” the sequel to “Copper Sky.” The new book is about the fall of 1918 as the influenza pandemic reaches Butte.
Mission West is hosting a Value-Added Producer Grant Working Group
Mission West is hosting a Value-Added Producer Grant Working Group in coordination with the virtual workshop. See details here: https://missionwestcdp.org/value-added-producer-grant-workshop-working-group/
Wednesday, January 25
Co-op holds night school jazz jam
RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians’ Co-op at the Red Poppy Building, Hwy. 93 & Eisenhower, will hold a community jam from 8-11 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 25. This event is hosted by Lee Whalen. Come play; come listen. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 406-290-3549 or go to: www.mtmusic.org.
Fire Board to meet in St. Ignatius
ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Rural Fire District board will hold a regular meeting at the St. Ignatius Fire House on Wednesday, Jan. 25, at 6 p.m.
For more information call Tim Callahan at 406-745-4112.
Fire Board to meet in St. Ignatius
ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Rural Fire District board will hold a regular meeting at the St. Ignatius Fire House on Wednesday, Jan. 25, at 6 p.m.
For more information call Tim Callahan at 406-745-4112.
Irrigators to meet using December agenda
RONAN — The Flathead Irrigation District will hold their monthly meeting on Jan. 25 at 1 p.m. at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW.
The December monthly meeting was cancelled due to emergency travel only so the December agenda will carry over to the January meeting.
Join a free Business Startup workshop
RONAN — Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main St. SW, is offering a free workshop on the basic elements of getting a new business up and running, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 25. Call 406-676-5928 or go to: www.missionwestcdp.org for more information.
Join a free Business Startup workshop
RONAN — Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main St. SW, is offering a free workshop on the basic elements of getting a new business up and running, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 25. Call 406-676-5928 or go to: www.missionwestcdp.org for more information.
Learn cash flow management
RONAN — Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main St. SW, is offering a free workshop entitled, “Cash Flow Management: Cash keeps you in Business,” on Wednesday, Jan. 25, beginning at 1 p.m. for approximately two hours. Learn how to increase cash in the business with five basic formulas. Call 406-676-5928 or go to: www.missionwestcdp.org for more information.