Thursday, January 29
Groups present ‘CSKT Water Compact and You’
PABLO — The Republican Women and Lake County Democrats are joining together to present an informational program entitled “The CSKT Water Compact and You” at the Salish Kootenai Theatre on Thursday, Jan. 29. Refreshments will be served at 6:30 p.m. and the program will begin at 7 p.m.
Rhonda Swaney, acting managing attorney for the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, will be the presenter. Melissa Hornbein, staff attorney for the Montana Reserved Water Rights Commission, will also be on hand to answer questions.
The program will include a brief history of Montana Water Rights, key points of the newly negotiated Compact agreement, and the differences between a negotiated settlement versus litigation.
Friday, January 30
All invited to Community Dinner
POLSON – All are welcome to the first Fifth Friday Community Dinner of 2015 on Friday, Jan. 30, at Polson Community Church at 1814 First Street East. Spaghetti will be ready from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Dessert will follow.
Fabulous Friday event planned
RONAN – Come join us at the North Crow Club House for Fabulous Friday on Friday, Jan. 30 anytime from 3-8 p.m. We are having a huge inventory sale from Thirty-One gifts and Silpada jewelry. We will have the new spring catalogs. Chair massages, door prizes, snacks and much more will be offered. Bring a friend and enjoy a night out.
Saturday, January 31
Home school group to hold geography bee
POLSON — Mission Valley Home Educators will have their geography bee on Saturday, Jan. 31, at 1 p.m. at the Polson library. This is for grades 4-8. Please come even if you don’t feel prepared. We need the numbers! For more information, call Ann Murphy at (406) 849-5413.
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation to hold banquet event
POLSON — Tickets are still available for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Big Game Banquet on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2015, at the Best Western KwaTaqNuk Resort. Join us for raffles, games and the silent auction beginning at 5 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. and the live auction to follow. Join the Mission Valley Chapter where fun and fundraising combine for a memorable event - all in a spirit of camaraderie shared by folks who love the outdoors. For more information and tickets, please contact Kelly Kost at (406) 240-1325, or at Les Schwab in Ronan.
Sunday, February 1
Accordionists to jam
POLSON — The Northwest Montana Accordion Association will hold a jam session on Sunday, Feb. 1, from 2-5:30 p.m. at the VFW in Polson.
Library invites you to foster books through Feb. 28
RONAN — The Ronan Library has handpicked some new, high-quality books for children and young adults. You can “foster” one or more of these books this month by purchasing them any time in February. Come in to the library or go to: http://r2888.myubam.com/Event/82764 to purchase books for the library, or for yourself.
Spirit of Truth Church moves to Pablo
RONAN – The Spirit of Truth Church, Pache Community Building in Ronan, is relocating to 57816 Hwy. 93 South, Pablo (the old Allred’s Paints building.) The first service will be held Feb. 1 at 11 a.m. All are invited.
Bible studies and free counseling services will be provided as requested. A dedication service planned for the new location is yet to be scheduled.
We deeply appreciate the generosity shown by the Salish Kootenai Housing Authority for the use of their community building. For more information contact Pastor Dr. Mingo Guerrero at cell (707) 337-2645, home (406) 837-2637 or email mguerrero1018@yahoo.com
Monday, February 2
Department of Agriculture sets local meeting
RONAN — The United States Department of Agriculture State Food and Agriculture Council in Montana will hold seven USDA community meetings on Montana’s seven Indian reservations from Feb. 2 to Feb. 9 to promote the availability of USDA programs. The local meeting will be held Monday, Feb. 2 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ronan Community Center, 300 3rd Ave. NW, Ronan. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. For more information contact Jennifer Cole (USDA Farm Service Agency) at (406) 587-6786.
Tuesday, February 3
All invited to three-week ‘Spiritual Practices’ course
RONAN – Pastor Seth Nelson will be leading a three-week course entitled “Spiritual Practices in the Church and in the World” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3, 10, and 17. The course will focus on spiritual disciplines that many find helpful in their faith journeys including disciplines like devotional Bible reading, recitation of the Jesus Prayer, how to make and use prayer beads, and more. All are welcome to join us in the basement of Faith Lutheran Church in Ronan as we explore different spiritual practices together.
Public invited to informational meeting regarding water compact
POLSON — A City Commission Work Session will be held in Commission Chambers at 106 1st Street East on Feb. 3 at 6 p.m. to receive information about the Proposed Water Rights Compact. Representatives from the State of Montana, the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, and the Opponents of the Compact have been invited to give presentations.
The goal of this work session is to hear information strictly related to the municipal groundwater claims the City holds and how these claims may be affected by the Compact. After these informational presentations, the Commission may call for public comment and citizens are encouraged to attend. This work session will conclude promptly at 8 p.m. No political position on behalf of the City will be taken at this work session.
Any questions, please call Karen Sargeant at (406) 249-5123 or contact via email at parks@cityofpolson.com
Quilt guild hosts monthly meeting
RONAN - The Mission Mountain Quilt Guild will hold their next meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the Terrace Lake Community Church, on Terrace Lake Road in Ronan. Bring your sew and tell. Everyone is welcome.
Wednesday, February 4
Fyant to sponsor Arlee District meeting
ARLEE —The Arlee District meeting will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 4, from 6-8 p.m. at the Arlee Community Center.
Shelly Fyant is sponsoring this event. Call (406) 546-5633, for more information.
Hitch a ride to ‘Western’ dance
POLSON — It will be “Western Night” at the community dance this Wednesday, Feb. 4. Ken’s Country Combo will play Wednesday at the Elks from 7-10 p.m. Grab your horse, your gal and meet us on the dance floor. Treats are wonderful so bring your favorite to share and join the fun.
Friday, February 6
RHS hosts talent show
RONAN – The Ronan High School will host a talent show Friday, Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 for ages 6 and older and are available at Valley and Community Bank main locations, RHS and RMS offices, as well as at the door. Proceeds will help fund the RHS 2015 Jazz Band Tour.
Saturday, February 7
Arts group hosts Valentine’s party
CHARLO — Ninepipe Arts Group is having its annual Valentine Party at Leon Hall on Feb. 7 at 5:30 pm. Leon Hall is on Leon Road off Hwy 93, south of Ronan. Enjoy a silent auction of unique arts and crafts, lovely desserts and gift baskets. KC and the Valley Cats are providing the swing era music. Please join us for the “heArt of Fishing.” Tickets are $10. For more information, call (406) 644-2311.
Help Dillard family
ARLEE — A chili feed benefit and silent auction to help the Dillard family will take place at the Old Arlee High School gym at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7. The Dillard family recently lost everything in a house fire. Tickets are $5 per person or $20 per family of five. Call Amanda Dillard at (308) 660-9465 or donate to the Dillard Family Fire account at Valley Bank.
Hospital hosts insurance fair
POLSON — Providence St. Joseph Medical Center will host a health insurance enrollment fair on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Certified application counselors and insurance brokers will be on hand to help with initial enrollment and re-enrollment. For more information, call (406) 883-5680.
Ronan Livestock show planned
RONAN — The 25th annual Lake County Expo and Livestock Show will be held Saturday, Feb. 7, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Ronan Community Center and Lake County Fairgrounds.
VFW to serve breakfast
RONAN — The Ronan VFW 5652 will serve their monthly community breakfast from 7 a.m.-noon on Saturday, Feb. 7.
Sunday, February 8
Community invited to ‘Island Celebration’
RONAN – An Island Valentine’s celebration and dinner, featuring island dancing, will be presented by DTS students from the Fiji islands Sunday, Feb. 8, from 5-7 p.m. Festivities take place at the Ronan Senior Center, 528 Main Street SW. Seating is limited. For more information, call Don at (406) 249-4871.
Join Valley View potluck
VALLEY VIEW — Our monthly community potluck will be on Sunday, Feb. 8, at the Valley View Clubhouse, 40762 Valley View Road. Social time will be at 5:30 p.m. and dinner is at 6 p.m. Bring your favorite potluck dish to share and enjoy visiting with family and friends. Everyone welcome. If you have questions, call Kelly Bailey at (406) 883-2910.
Methodists combine supper, photography
CHARLO — Mission Valley United Methodist Church, (top of Post Creek Hill-Highway 93), will present “Photograph Fun” on Sunday, Feb. 8. The evening begins with supper at 6 p.m. followed by three presenters: Jay Bergman, Bill Schalk, and Rand Smith. Come join us for an evening out.
Monday, February 9
‘Thyme for Herbs’ meeting planned
POLSON – The next gathering of the “Thyme for Herbs Group” will be Monday, Feb. 9, at 7 p.m. in the North Lake County Public Library Meeting Room, 2 First Ave. E. The program will focus on “What Herbs and Foods Do We Need?” The discussion will include: what to plant in your garden this spring, and how eating only nutrient-dense foods can improve your health. Anyone interested in learning to use herbs is invited to join us. For more information, call Linda Peterson at (406) 319-2446.
Board to hold meeting
POLSON — The Polson School Board meeting will be held Monday, Feb. 9, at 5:30 p.m. It will be held at the district office, 111 Fourth Ave. E.
Tuesday, February 10
All invited to ‘Spiritual Practices’ course
RONAN – Pastor Seth Nelson will be leading a course entitled “Spiritual Practices in the Church and in the World” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10 and 17. The course will focus on spiritual disciplines that many find helpful in their faith journeys including disciplines like devotional Bible reading, recitation of the Jesus Prayer, how to make and use prayer beads, and more. All are welcome to join us in the basement of Faith Lutheran Church in Ronan as we explore different spiritual practices together.
All invited to Kiwanis Burgerfest
POLSON – The Polson Kiwanis Club invites all to its annual Burgerfest on Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Polson VFW upstairs hall on Main Street. Your $8 ticket includes a buffalo burger with fixin’s, salad, beans, pie, beverages and a time to socialize. Tickets are available at the door. Proceeds go to Polson Kiwanis community Mission Valley youth projects.
Legion to come together
RONAN — The American Legion Post of 138 of Ronan is meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 63869 Highway 93 (next to Stageline Pizza).
Sign up for Iron Dog Wrestling
ST. IGNATIUS — Mission/Charlo/Dixon Iron Dog Wrestling sign-ups for ages 6-14, (no kindergartners), will be held Tuesday, Feb. 10, at the Cross Collar Academy (20 First Ave.) from 5:30-6:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Cronk at (406) 745-4691.
Wednesday, February 11
Bring sweetheart to dance
POLSON — A Valentine’s dance is planned at the Elks with Heart to Heart providing the music. Bring your favorite beau or gal and a sweet treat to share.
Ladies Auxiliary hosts meeting
RONAN – The VFW Ladies Auxiliary will hold their next meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the VFW Hall in Ronan. New members are welcome. For more information call Marge Fay at (406) 676-3380.
Library offers free tech classes
POLSON — Free technology classes are being offered at North Lake County Public Library in Polson during the month of February. Space is limited, so please call the library at (406) 883-8225 to register.
On Wednesday, Feb. 11, Simple Photo Editing with PicMonkey will be taught from 3-4 p.m. PicMonkey is a free photo editing website. This class will teach you how to crop, adjust color, and add text and other features to your digital photos. Please bring a flash drive with a picture on it for editing, or have access to a photo via your email.
PAT plans playgroup 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, Feb. 11, from 10-11:30 a.m. Pregnant and parenting moms and their children who are pre-kindergarten age are invited. Dads are invited, as well.
Family Support Specialists will be on hand with activities and information about the PAT program, and snacks will be provided. The Arlee PAT Playgroup meets monthly; sometimes twice a month. For more information, call the Lake County Public Health Department at (406) 883-7209.
Sign up for Iron Dog Wrestling
CHARLO — Mission/Charlo/Dixon Iron Dog Wrestling sign-ups for ages 6-14, (no kindergartners), will be held Wednesday, Feb. 11, in the Charlo lunchroom from 5:30-6:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Cronk at (406) 745-4691.
Youth violence discussed at meeting
POLSON — A Resource Round Table meeting will take place at the Lake County Health Department Conference room at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 11. The presentation topic is, “Youth Violence-A Different World.” Hope you can make it. Lunch will be provided as well as a smile.