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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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Friday, January 13

Cutaways play in Hot Springs

1/13/2017

HOT SPRINGS — The Cutaways will play folk music at the Symes Hotel in Hot Springs from 8-10 p.m.

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Enjoy Latin American musical variety

1/13/2017

RONAN — From fiery Cuban son and Brazilian samba-funk, Maracuja takes you on a musical journey around Latin America. Enjoy soothing bossa nova and wistful boleros on Friday, Jan. 13, at the Ronan Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. This music will make you smile. Mission Valley Live is the sponsor of this event.

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Free dinner served at Polson Church

1/13/2017

POLSON — The January Friendship Table Dinner is on Jan. 13 from 5-6:30 p.m. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from the Linderman School. Come join us. This dinner is free and open to all.

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Pachyderms invite Judge Christopher to speak

1/13/2017

POLSON — The Lake County Pachyderm Club will meet Friday, Jan. 13, at noon in the Rural Polson Fire Department building on Regatta Road in Polson. District Judge Kim Christopher will be the featured speaker. She will explain the need for a separate criminal justice building. She is expected to share courtroom examples of potentially explosive situations where feuding family members needed to be separated by deputy sheriffs. Anyone wishing to be informed on this issue is cordially invited to attend the meeting.

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Safe driving class offered in Mission

1/13/2017

ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Senior Center will be the sight of AARP’s “Safe Driving Course” on Friday, Jan. 13. The class begins at 9 a.m. Call the center for additional information at 406-745-4462.

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SKC’s MLK series continues

1/13/2017

PABLO — SKC’s Martin Luther King series will continue on Friday, Jan. 13, from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at Salish Kootenai College Library. There will be video clips and speakers will include Lydia Schildt-Silva and Amanda Means. Childcare will be available.

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Saturday, January 14

Hillbilly music, more played at Symes

1/14/2017

HOT SPRINGS — Friends of Clem bring hillbilly, jazz and old country music to the Symes Hotel in Hot Springs from 8-10 p.m.

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Monday, January 16

Library closed for MLK Day

1/16/2017

RONAN – The Ronan Library District will be closed on Monday, Jan. 16, in honor of Martin Luther King Day.

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Tuesday, January 17

Library closed for staff work day

1/17/2017

RONAN – The Ronan Library District will be closed for a staff work day on Tuesday, Jan. 17.

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Wednesday, January 18

Restoration Society holds annual meeting

1/18/2017

CHARLO —The Ft. Connah Restoration Society’s annual membership meeting will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 18, at Ninepipes Allentown Restaurant in Charlo on Highway 93 at 7 p.m. There will be a no-host bar starting at 5:30 p.m. with the option of ordering a meal prior to the meeting. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information email: 4winds@blackfoot.net or call 406-745-4336.

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Special speaker planned for Resource Roundtable

1/18/2017

POLSON—It might be a bit cold outside but the time together will warm your heart and stimulate your mind-so join us. Resource Roundtable will meet on Jan. 18 at noon in the Lake County Health Department conference room. Lunch will be provided. We will have a special speaker. Please RSVP for a meal count.

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Thursday, January 19

Museum to hold fundraising dinner

1/19/2017

CHARLO —Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana’s “Black Tie Dinner — tie optional— fundraiser” is on Thursday, Jan. 19. Guests are invited to take part in an open tour of the museum starting at 5 p.m. and the dinner at Allentown Restaurant in the Ninepipes Lodge starts at 7 p.m. Guest speaker is Dale Burk, a writer-photographer. Attendees may make reservations by calling 406-644-3435 or emailing ninepipesmuseum@montana.com.

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Polson Co-op hosts SPLASH

1/19/2017

POLSON — The first Polson Chamber of Commerce SPLASH of 2017 will be held on Thursday, Jan. 19, from 5-7 p.m. at the Montana Co-op, 401 Main Street. The monthly Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour offers participants the chance to network and learn more about the featured business every month. For additional information about this and other Chamber programs, visit www.polsonchamber.com or call 883-5969.

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Friday, January 20

Country music played on Friday in Hot Springs

1/20/2017

HOT SPRINGS — Pam Vankirk will provide country music at the Symes Hotel in Hot Springs from 8-10 p.m.

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Library hosts ‘Family Movie Night’

1/20/2017

RONAN — The Ronan Library District will host a “Family Movie Night” from 4-6 p.m. We will show “Megamind.” For more information, stop by or call the library at 406-676-3682.

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Saturday, January 21

‘Youth Mental Health First Aid’ class offered

1/21/2017

POLSON — A “Youth Mental Health First Aid” Class will be given at Polson Foursquare Church on Saturday, Jan. 21, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

This free 8-hour training teaches a five-step action plan to offer initial help to young people showing signs of mental illness in a crisis, and connect them with appropriate professional, peer, social, or self-help care. To register for the class, call 406-300-7011 or 406-261-8723.

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American Legion hosts cribbage tournament

1/21/2017

ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius American Legion Auxiliary Unit 106 is hosting a cribbage tournament fundraiser at Allentown on Saturday, Jan. 21, starting at 2 p.m. The entry fee is $20 per team. To sign up or to get more information, you may call 406-270-1079.

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Boey to play contemporary rock

1/21/2017

HOT SPRINGS — Alex Boey will play contemporary rock music at the Symes Hotel in Hot Springs from 8-10 p.m.

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Learn Christian beliefs about dreams

1/21/2017 - 1/28/2017

RONAN — Please plan to attend a workshop on Christian beliefs about the importance of dreams on Jan. 21 and Jan. 28 at 11 a.m. at the Assembly of God Church. Everyone is welcome. Call 406-644-2760 with questions.

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Ronan Class of 1977 to meet

1/21/2017

RONAN — The 1977 Class of Ronan will have a reunion meeting Saturday, Jan. 21, at 10 a.m. at the Ronan Cafe. Please let any classmates know. If you have questions, call 406-883-2910.

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Watch ‘A Culture of Health …” at Showboat

1/21/2017

POLSON — Premiere the screening of “A Culture of Health: Farm to Hospital in Montana” at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21 at the Showboat Cinemas in Polson during the Flathead Lake International Cinemafest, commonly called FLIC. Continue the conversation during a social hour from 3-4 p.m. at the Vine & Tap in Polson.

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Monday, January 23

Fyant to hold ‘Listening Session’

1/23/2017

ARLEE — Shelly Fyant, Arlee district representative on the Tribal Council, will hold a “Listening Session” on Monday, Jan. 23, at 6 p.m. at the Arlee Community Center on Pow-Wow Road. Dinner will be served. Contact Shelly at 406-546-5633, for more information.

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Wednesday, January 25

Free intro to Zen Meditation class offered

1/25/2017

POLSON — A special Introduction to Zen Meditation Class is being offered at the YogaHeart Studio, 314 Main Street, on Wednesday, on Jan. 25, from 7-9 p.m. The class, presented by Zen Priest Jerry Smyers, includes an introduction to Zen, meditation instruction and practice, a questions and answer period and refreshments. There is no charge for this class. Everyone is welcome. For more details call 847-721-0665

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Thursday, January 26

Free dinner served at Baptist Church

1/26/2017

POLSON — There will be a free community dinner at Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E, on Thursday, Jan. 26, at 6 p.m. The menu includes: soups, stews, salads, and desserts. All are welcome.

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Mobile Vet Center coming to Ronan

1/26/2017

RONAN — The Missoula Mobile Vet Center will be at the VFW Post in Ronan from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26. The outreach visit will provide any veteran, service member, service provider or veteran family member with information on Vet Center and other VA programs and benefits. Staff will be available to answer questions and assist with enrollment in readjustment counseling services, VA health care and other VA and Veteran specific programs.

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Museum showcases traveling exhibit

1/26/2017

POLSON — The Miracle of Montana Museum’s “Free Night at the Museum” will take place on Thursday, Jan. 26, with the National Archive’s traveling exhibit of “The Bill of Rights and You,” which, commemorates its 225th anniversary.

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New Markets Tax Credits presentation held

1/26/2017

RONAN — On Thursday, Jan. 26, from 11:30 a.m.– 1 p.m., (lunch provided if you RSVP), at Lake County Community Development Corporation Office, Montana and Idaho Community Development Corporation’s New Markets Tax Credits program will be presented. NMTC is a tool for creating jobs and making under-funded projects possible. Call 844-728-9234 x 210 for more information.

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Shooters hold social, dinner, meeting

1/26/2017

POLSON — The Polson Shooters’ Association will hold its annual general membership meeting on Jan. 26, 2017, at the Polson VFW. The meeting starts with social time (no host bar) at 5:30 p.m. A spaghetti dinner follows at 6 p.m. with the meeting after. The cost of the dinner will be waived for those joining or renewing their membership. For more information call 406-883- 1110 or 406-249-2250.

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Storytime tells another dinosaur story

1/26/2017

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library hosts Storytime at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Thursdays for preschoolers. This week’s story is: “How Do Dinosaurs Say I Love You?” The North Lake County Public Library is located at 2 First Ave., E in Polson. For more information call 406-883-8225.

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