Wednesday, February 1
‘Adopt a Book’ happening at library
POLSON — Adopt-A-Book is coming to the North Lake County Public Library. February is “I Love to Read Month.”
To celebrate, we are offering books to be “adopted” for our youth collection. Each title costs $15.
Once you choose a book, we will put a bookplate in it with your personal message and it will be added to the permanent collection.
What a great way to honor someone you love.
Free online meditation classes offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Please join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on 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. We will cultivate and deepen our centering skills and meditation practice during the class. 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.
Thursday, February 2
Library moves
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closed Thursday, March 2, through Saturday, March 4, to move to their temporary location at 301 16th Ave. E.
Story Time geared for kindergarten readiness
POLSON — Story Time begins at 9:15 a.m. on Thursdays at the North Lake County Public Library. Join us to read books, make crafts and play games with your little ones. This program is geared for kindergarten readiness ages 3-5. It is important that all children attending have an opportunity for appropriate, safe play for their age. Please be mindful of this when bringing younger children to Story Time.
Friday, February 3
Crack some crab, more
POLSON — The Mission Valley Elks Lodge will how their Traditional Crab Crack plus Shrimp event at 6 p.m. on March 4. There are limited tables for reservation. Please see the bartender for details and reservations
Open Mic Night held at the Musicians Co-op
RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Co-op holds an Open Mic Night every Friday from 7-9 p.m. at 1 Eisenhower St. SW (the old Red Poppy Building).
Saturday, February 4
Community Jam held at the Musicians Co-op
RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Co-op holds a Community Jam every Saturday from 7-10 p.m. at 1 Eisenhower St. SW (the old Red Poppy Building).
Monday, February 6
Mother Goose provides fun, learning
POLSON —Mondays mean Mother Goose at the North Lake County Public Library. Join us at 9:15 a.m. Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents and caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time. It is important that all children attending have an opportunity for appropriate, safe play for their age.
Please be mindful of this when bringing older children to Mother Goose.
Tuesday, February 7
Burgerfest held at the Elks Lodge
POLSON — The Kiwanis Club’s Buffalo Burgerfest will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 7, from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 512 Main St. The menu includes: buffalo burgers, salad, baked beans, pies and beverages.
Tickets can be purchased from Kiwanis members or at the door. Tickets are $10 each.
MV Backcountry Horsemen to meet
RONAN — The Mission Valley Backcountry Horsemen will have their next monthly meeting on Feb. 7, 2023, at 7 p.m. at the Ronan VFW on Round Butte Rd. Our program will be a slide show about packing and riding in the Bob Marshall Wilderness by Mack and Connie Long of Bob Marshall Wilderness Outfitters.
You don’t want to miss this slideshow folks so bring your questions and find out what this club is all about. Hope to see you there.
Wednesday, February 8
‘Adopt a Book’ happening
POLSON — Adopt-A-Book is coming to the North Lake County Public Library. We are offering books to be “adopted,” each title costs $15. A bookplate will be put in it with your personal message and it will be added to the collection.
‘Picture Perfect’ art show at Sandpiper
POLSON — The Sandpiper Gallery, 306 Main Street, will continue their “Picture Perfect” art show until March 17. Follow them on Facebook or call 406-883-5956 for more information.
Free online meditation classes offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Please join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on 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. We will cultivate and deepen our centering skills and meditation practice during the class. 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.
Monthly potluck held at Leon Hall
CHARLO — Leon Hall will host their monthly potluck dinner on Wednesday, Feb. 8. The hall is located at 35964 Leon Road, a Charlo address on the corner of Leon and Kerns Road. Meeting is open to all locals and those that are looking for a good potluck dinner and visiting with a variety of community members from the Mission Valley.
Take meditation class
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information and a Zoom link 847-721-0665.
Thursday, February 9
Story Time on tap
POLSON —Story Time begins at 9:15 a.m. on Thursdays at the North Lake County Public Library.
Friday, February 10
Open Mic Night held
RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Co-op holds an Open Mic Night every Friday from 7-9 p.m. at 1 Eisenhower St. SW.
Saturday, February 11
Arlee Rehabilitation Center holds Gala, Banquet
MISSOULA — The Arlee Rehabilitation Center provides a sanctuary where will hold their second annual Gala and Banquet on Saturday, Feb. 11, from 5-9 p.m. at the Missoula Hilton Garden Inn. Tickets are $50 each. Call 406- 207-9338 for more information.
Baby Fair held at SKC
PABLO — If you are a new parent, expecting, or a family member looking for resources, the 2023 Baby Fair sponsored by CSKT Early Childhood Services has something for you. Held on Saturday, Feb. 11, at the SKC gym, the event goes from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and lunch will be provided. For additional information call 406-745-4509
Community Jam held at the Musicians Co-op
RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Co-op holds a Community Jam every Saturday from 7-10 p.m. at 1 Eisenhower St. SW (the old Red Poppy Building).
Monday, February 13
Mother Goose provides fun, learning
POLSON —Mondays mean Mother Goose at the North Lake County Public Library. Join us at 9:15 a.m. Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents and caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time. It is important that all children attending have an opportunity for appropriate, safe play for their age. Please be mindful of this when bringing older children to Mother Goose.
Friday, February 17
Bluegrass Jam held
RONAN — Western Montana Musicians Co-op, 1 Eisenhower St. SW, will hold their monthly Bluegrass Jam from 7-9 p.m. Hosted by Lydia Conway, the jam is completely unplugged with playing going around in a circle. The event is free but donations are gratefully accepted.
Saturday, February 18
Heidi performed by local students
POLSON — The Port Polson Players Children’s Theatre Musical rendition of Heidi will be performed on Saturday, Feb. 18, at 4 p.m. on the Polson High School stage
Saturdays are Jam Night
RONAN — The WMMC holds their weekly jam from 7-10 p.m. at 1 Eisenhower St. SW. Hosted by John Hegel, this event is free, and you are invited to come play or listen.
Sunday, February 19
Heidi performed by local students
POLSON — The Port Polson Players Children’s Theatre Musical rendition of Heidi will be performed on Sunday, Feb. 19, at 4 p.m. on the Polson High School stage.
Monday, February 20
Library closes for holiday
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closed on Feb. 20 in recognition of President’s Day
Wednesday, February 22
Flathead District to meet
RONAN — The Flathead District’s monthly meeting will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 22, at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW.
Free online meditation classes offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Please join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on 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. We will cultivate and deepen our centering skills and meditation practice during the class. 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.
Thursday, February 23
Story Time geared for kindergarten readiness
POLSON —Story Time begins at 9:15 a.m. on Thursdays at the North Lake County Public Library. Join us to read books, make crafts and play games with your little ones.
This program is geared for kindergarten readiness ages 3-5. It is important that all children attending have an opportunity for appropriate, safe play for their age.
Please be mindful of this when bringing younger children to Story Time.
Friday, February 24
Chinese dinner served
POLSON — A Chinese dinner will be served at 6 p.m. at the Mission Valley Elks Lodge, 512 Main Street, on Feb. 24. Tickets purchased through Feb. 20 are $15 and tickets are $17 after that. Tickets available at the Elks Lodge bar.
Dinner to include wonton soup, egg rolls, BBQ pork, pork chow mien, orange chicken and pork fried rice.
Flathead Lake International Cinemafest begins
POLSON — The Flathead Lake International Cinemafest has become a Destination Film Festival for filmmakers from across the country and globe. FLIC will be celebrating its 11th year of presenting a broad slate of domestic and international films. Whether you’re a filmmaker or a film lover, make plans to enter or attend this exciting winter event in picturesque Polson.
Many items for sale at library
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will hold a surplus sale on Friday, Feb. 24, from 2-6 p.m. and on Saturday, Feb. 25, from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. in the library. Lots of items available including shelving, furniture, equipment, supplies etc.
Open Mic Night held at the Musicians Co-op
RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Co-op holds an Open Mic Night every Friday from 7-9 p.m. at 1 Eisenhower St. SW (the old Red Poppy Building).
Saturday, February 25
Community Jam held at the Musicians Co-op
RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Co-op holds a Community Jam every Saturday from 7-10 p.m. at 1 Eisenhower St. SW (the old Red Poppy Building).
You are invited to help make a better world
RONAN — You are invited to the third gather of friends, neighbors and well-wishers of humanity to explore how we can work together for the betterment of the world starting with small efforts in our own neighborhoods.
Meet with us at the Boys and Girls Club in Ronan on Saturday, Feb. 25, from 2-4:40 p.m. The meeting will be followed by refreshments and cleanup. This is a potluck so please bring something to share. if possible.
This meeting is based on the concept of the oneness of humanity that we have the capacity to come together to create a better world for all.
We are living in a time of both turbulence and great promise.
Monday, February 27
Mother Goose provides fun, learning
POLSON —Mondays mean Mother Goose at the North Lake County Public Library. Join us at 9:15 a.m. Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome.
We encourage parents and caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time.
It is important that all children attending have an opportunity for appropriate, safe play for their age.