Thursday, January 15
Black tie supper planned
NINEPIPES — Mark your calendar for The Ninepipe Museum’s 15th annual “Black Tie Dinner” on Thursday, Jan. 15, at the Allentown Restaurant. Wendy Woollett will bring a 20-minute segment of “The Montana Monologs” starring Gretchen Spiess, and Paul Kelley will provide the tunes. Black ties are always optional. There will be a pre-dinner complimentary tour of the museum and a silent auction. For more information got to: ninepipesmuseum@montana.com.
Preston to speak on success
RONAN — Mission Valley Sub-network of the Missoula Women’s Network will hold a meeting at the Lake County Community Development Building, 407 W Main Street, on Thursday Jan. 15, from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Speaker for the meeting will be Judy Preston, Judy Preston Consulting, owner of Skill Builders, LLC, a business development company specializing in leadership consulting, training and coaching. Her topic will be: “What Successful People Do Differently.”
Give yourself a bright new start to 2015.
Lunch sponsor for the day is DeeAnn Richardson of Safe Harbor.
RSVP to: ldville@yahoo.com by Jan. 13, 2015.
Friday, January 16
Literacy activities on tap at PAT gathering
POLSON — Make plans to attend the Parents as Teachers Group Connections at the Lake County Health Department in Polson on Friday, Jan. 16, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The focus will be on literacy. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend. See our Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/lakecountypat or call (406) 883-7288.
Music artists to put on Friday night show
POLSON — Finley Point Grill will present Billy Peterson (Grammy Hall of Fame artist on Bob Dylan album “Blood on the Tracks” and “Tangled Up in Blue”) plus long time bassist for the Steve Miller Band, Ben Sidran, Hang Dynasty, Les Paul etc. in a show on Friday, Jan 16.
Billy will play with his sons, Will and Ricky, along with Terry Brick and special guests. Showtime is from 8-11 p.m. or so with free admission and special drink selections. Call (406) 887-2020, for reservations.
Registration due for NARC growers' meeting
CRESTON – Local farmers are welcome to attend the annual growers' meeting at the Northwestern Agricultural Research Center, located at 4570 Highway 35 in Creston. Registration begins at 9:15 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 23. Seating is limited so RSVP (406) 755-4303 by Friday, Jan. 16. Seminars cover such topics as irrigation and fertilization scheduling, pest management, and crop productivity.
Saturday, January 17
Big Productions presents folk/pop performance
POLSON — Big Productions Performing Arts Series will present Jonathan Kingham on Saturday, Jan. 17, at the John Dowdall Theatre in Polson at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance and can be purchased at The Terrace and H&R Block in Polson and True Value and H&R Block in Ronan, or by calling (406) 676-2427. Tickets are $14 at the door.
Tuesday, January 20
Literacy activities planned
RONAN — The Lake County Health Department is sponsoring a Parents as Teachers Group Connection in Ronan at the MSU Lake County Extension office, 300 Third Street NW, on Tuesday, Jan. 20, from 10-11:30 a.m.
The theme will be literacy. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend. See our Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/lakecountypat or call at (406) 883-7288.
Neighborhood Watch sets meeting date
ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Neighborhood watch meeting will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 20, in the St. Ignatius Senior Citizens Center. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. All interested citizens are encouraged to attend.
Wednesday, January 21
Treats appreciated at community dance
POLSON — A community dance will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 21, at the Elks from 7-10 p.m. Ken’s Country Combo will provide the tunes. Treats are appreciated and everyone is welcome.
Thursday, January 22
Correction: Luncheon will be held
POLSON - The Help Feather the Nest luncheon fundraiser will still be held Thursday, Jan. 22, at the KwaTaqNuk resort in Polson.
It was not put on hold; however, there are only a very limited number of tickets left. For more information about the fundraiser, call (406) 546-0199. The Valley Journal regrets the error.
Enjoy free community dinner
POLSON — Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E, will have a free community dinner on Thursday, Jan. 22 at 6 p.m. A Mexican menu is planned. All are welcome.
Red Cross calls for donors at blood drive
RONAN — The American Red Cross with be at St. Luke Community Hospital on Thursday, Jan. 22, for our semi-annual blood drive from 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Donating blood is a simple thing to do, but it can make a big difference in the lives of others. The donation process from the time you arrive until the time you leave takes about an hour. If you would like to donate, please call (406) 528-5269 to schedule your appointment
Friday, January 23
Cinemafest returns to Polson
POLSON — The Flathead Lake International Cinemafest is scheduled for Jan. 23-25, 2015, in Polson.
Break out the special eyeglasses or shades for the festival kick-off, a “Spectacular Spectacle” themed opening party, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., Friday, Jan. 23, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Film screenings begin at 8 p.m., Friday at the Showboat Cinemas and continue through Sunday, Jan. 25, with an awards/closing party. The three-day program includes film screenings of domestic and international features, shorts and documentaries of all genres.
For more information, visit: www.flicpolson.com or e-mail: flic@montanasky.net.
Dinner, games planned in Big Arm
BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association is holding their January Potluck at the historic Big Arm School on Friday, Jan. 23. Please bring one of your favorite dishes to share. We will begin eating at 6 p.m. After dinner we will have game night. Bring your favorite board game, card game, Scrabble, cribbage boards, etc. to play with others. We will all come out winners at the end of the night by having a delicious meal and having lots of fun playing games, and maybe making a new friend or two. For more information, please contact- Nancy Foster (BAA secretary) at (406) 849-5064.
NARC growers set meeting date
CRESTON – Local farmers are welcome to attend the annual growers' meeting at the Northwestern Agricultural Research Center, located at 4570 Highway 35 in Creston. Registration begins at 9:15 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 23. Seating is limited so RSVP (406) 755-4303 by Friday, Jan. 16. Seminars cover such topics as irrigation and fertilization scheduling, pest management, and crop productivity.
Tuesday, January 27
Attend business workshop
RONAN — On Tuesday, Jan. 27, a business workshop will be held at the Lake County Community Development Corporation, 407 Main Street, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. This workshop will help you understand your cash flow; manage your business for profitability; help you meet the needs of lenders, suppliers and investors; help you pay your suppliers on time and help you pay your taxes and your bank on time. There is a $10 charge and lunch is included. Register today by calling Carol at (406) 261-3200.
Wednesday, January 28
All are welcome to community dance
POLSON – Dancers live longer and have more fun. Everyone is welcome to a dance at the Polson Elks ballroom on the corner of Sixth and Main Street in Polson from 7 to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Music will be played by Heart to Heart. Snacks are appreciated. For more information call (406) 883-1817.
EAA Chapter to meet at Polson airport FBO
POLSON — EAA Chapter 1122 will have their monthly meeting on Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. at the Polson airport FBO.
All EAA members and aviation enthusiasts are welcome to attend the meeting.
On the agenda for this meeting is the election of officers for 2015 and discussion of events and programs desired by the chapter for the upcoming year. We hope to see you at the meeting.
Help plan 40-year celebration
PABLO — Two Eagle River School will hold a “40-Year Celebration” planning meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. and the meeting will follow.
Come with ideas for a celebration/reunion of the past 40 years.
Plan to visit PAT in Arlee
ARLEE — The Parents as Teachers program of the Lake County Public Health Department will sponsor a Playgroup at the Hangin’ Art Gallery in Arlee on Wednesday, Jan. 28, from 10-11:30 a.m. Pregnant and parenting moms and their children who under 5 years old are invited to come visit and learn more about the Parents as Teachers program. Dads are invited, as well. For more information, call the Lake County Public Health Department at (406) 883-7209.
Purchase pasties for the Super Bowl
CHARLO – Mission Valley United Methodist Church is taking orders for tasty meat pies to be sold and picked up Jan. 30-31. You may place your orders with Mary Bick at (406) 745-3584, by Jan. 28. The cost is $4 each for homemade delicious goodness, just in time for the Super Bowl.
Restoration Society holds annual meeting
CHARLO — The annual meeting of Fort Connah Restoration Society will be held at Ninepipes Lodge on Wednesday, Jan. 28. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a no-host dinner and social hour. The membership meeting will begin at 7 p.m. All interested people are urged to attend. An election will be held to fill four Board of Directors positions. A review of the past year’s activities and accomplishments will be presented. Plans for the future will be discussed.
