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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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Saturday, February 2

Learn helpful health-related information at Wellness Fair

2/2/2019

POLSON — The Polson Winter Wellness Fair will take place at the Red Lion Inn on Saturday, Feb. 2, from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. There is a $5 entry fee and proceeds benefit Life Savers Animal Rescue. For more information, look up “Polson Winter Wellness Fair” on Facebook, or call 406-883-4216.

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Monday, February 4

FRHRC talks immigration

2/4/2019

ST. IGNATIUS — The Flathead Reservation Human Rights Coalition will hold a potluck and conversation on immigration policies and procedures at 6:30 p.m. at Mission Valley United Methodist Church, (70715 Hwy 93, top of Post Creek Hill). There will be a presentation with immigration attorneys Robert Gentry and Randall Caudle and activist Neyreda Calero. Questions and answers and discussion will take place after the program. SKC and OPI credits will be available. For more information please call 406-745-4259.

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Give food for fines at city court

2/4/2019 - 2/28/2019

POLSON — Polson City Court, (106 First Street, E), will hold their annual “Food for Fines” drive from Feb. 4 -28, Mondays-Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Defendants with existing fines may reduce the amount owed by donating non-perishable, non-expired food.

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Tuesday, February 5

Deputy, canine to present to horsemen

2/5/2019

RONAN — Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen will hold their next monthly meeting on Feb. 5, at 7:30 p.m. at the Ronan VFW. Our program this month will be with Deputy Scott Sciaretta and his new canine partner. MVBCH members - you won’t want to miss this presentation.

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Quilters encourage ‘Show and Tell’

2/5/2019

RONAN — The Mission Mountain Quilt Guild will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 5, at the Terrace Lake Community Church. Enjoy refreshments at 6 p.m. and join the regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. Inspire someone with a show and tell.

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Wednesday, February 6

Date announced for dropping off quilts

2/6/2019

POLSON — Drop-off your quilts by Feb. 6 to share your quilts with All In Stitches’ annual quilt show, “Quilt Walk Around Polson.” The show begins on Saturday, Feb. 9. Please drop quilts off at All In Stitches on Main Street.

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Griz fans invited to visit, discuss new season

2/6/2019

POLSON — Hey Griz Fans save the date. Come join us for a Griz Street and Gab on Feb. 6 at Glacier Brewing. Head Coach Bobby Hauck, along with his assistants and athletic department representatives, will join us for a brief signing day-visit on their way north. They will discuss the new signees and future expectations for the 2019 football season. Light refreshments will be served and it will be a fun fan event. The doors will open at 2 p.m. and the coaches and others should arrive about 3:30 p.m. Let’s show our support for the program and let these guys know how much we appreciate all their hard work. Go Griz!

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Introductory Zen meditation class offered

2/6/2019

POLSON — An introductory Zen meditation class is being offered at the YogaHeart Studio, 314 Main Street, on Wednesday, Feb. 6, at 6 p.m. The class will be presented by Zen Priest Zenku, Jerry Smyers. We are encouraging newcomers to attend to help them begin to establish a regular meditation practice. There is no charge for the class. Everyone is welcome. For more details call 847-721-0665.

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Softball signups scheduled

2/6/2019

RONAN – The Ronan-Pablo Youth Softball Association will conduct girls’ softball signups at Ronan Middle School on Wednesday, Feb. 6 and Wednesday, Feb. 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. Signups will also be held on Feb. 13 at K. William Harvey Elementary School and Pablo Elementary from 5 to 7 p.m. Those interested in coaching or volunteering or who have questions should call Sandra Wirz at 406- 203-2850 or Jennie Youngren at 406-360-8051.

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Valentine’s Day celebrated at Polson’s community dance

2/6/2019

POLSON — On Wednesday, Feb. 6, please join us for the Valentine’s Dance in the ballroom at the Elks on Main St. From 7-10 p.m. Ken’s Country Combo will provide a variety of country and vintage rock and roll music. Our theme will be Valentine’s Day and Valentine’s Day colors, so wear them if you have them. Jeans and boots? Oh, yes. The important thing is you getting out, enjoying the music and having fun with everyone. We would love to have you and your friends join us. No Elks membership required. The cover charge is $5. Hope to see you there.

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Thursday, February 7

Color away mid-winter grays

2/7/2019

POLSON — “Pop of Color,” an adult coloring program, will be in the large meeting room from 2-4 p.m. Are mid-winter gray days starting to take a toll? A pop of color is what we need. We provide snacks and all coloring projects and supplies (or you may also bring your own.) Please join us for this popular library program, full of relaxed fun, a little lifelong learning and good conversation. See you there.

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Judge Christopher to speak on drug-endangered children at Kiwanis Club meeting

2/7/2019

POLSON — The Polson Kiwanis Club meets the first and third Thursday of each month at the KwaTakNuk, in the Koostahtah room from noon-1 p.m. On Feb. 7 our guest speaker will be the Honorable Deborah Kim Christopher who will speak on drug-endangered children in Lake County. Everyone is welcome.

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Friday, February 8

Free Friendship Table dinner served

2/8/2019

POLSON — A free dinner will be served at Polson Presbyterian Church, located across from the Linderman School, on Friday, Feb. 8. The February Friendship Table is free and open to all. Come join us.

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Saturday, February 9

Enjoy annual 'Quilt Walk Around Polson'

2/9/2019

POLSON – Join us for All In Stitches’ annual quilt show “Quilt Walk Around Polson.” Quilts will hang in businesses on Main Street from Saturday, Feb. 9 through Saturday, Feb. 23. Plan to take some time to pick up a ballot at All In Stitches and walk around Polson to vote on your favorite quilts by Feb. 20. Winning ribbons will be hung Feb. 21. Feel free to call All In Stitches at 406-883-3643 to talk with any of us if you have any questions.

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Swing dance at Valentine party

2/9/2019

CHARLO — Ninepipe Arts Group is holding its annual Valentine party at Leon Hall on Saturday, Feb. 9, at 5:30 pm. Leon Hall is on Leon Road off Highway 93 south of Ronan. Enjoy a silent auction of unique arts and crafts, gift baskets and lovely desserts. KC and the Valley Cats are providing the swing-era music. Please join us for “Wild About Art.” Tickets are $10 each. For more information, call 406-644-2311.

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Monday, February 11

Final day to apply to library board of trustees

2/11/2019

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library District election for two seats on the Board of Trustees will be held May 7, 2019. If you are interested in running for the library board, pick up a Declaration for Nomination and Oath of Candidacy form at the library or at the County Election Office. Filing closes at 5 p.m. on Feb. 11. There is no filing fee or petition needed.

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Wednesday, February 13

Arlee CDC hosts chocolate lover’s event

2/13/2019

ARLEE — The Arlee CDC will host their 15th annual Chocolate Lover’s Festival on Wednesday, Feb. 13. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., tasting starts at 6 p.m. The auction takes place beginning at 7 p.m. and the cost is $2 per person or $5 per family. If you wish to enter the contest, please bring two identical dishes, one for tasting and one to be auctioned. Proceeds support youth programs and the Jocko Valley Library. For more information, call 406-726-5550.

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Auxiliary meets

2/13/2019

RONAN — The Ronan VFW Auxiliary 5652 will have a meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 13 at the VFW Hall. For more information call 406- 676-3380.

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Rural fire district board to meet

2/13/2019

POLSON – The regular monthly meeting of the Polson rural fire district board of trustees will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 13, at 6 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Station number 1, 25B Regatta Rd. The agenda is available on the Monday prior to the meeting on the website: polsonruralfiredistrict.org.

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Softball signups scheduled

2/13/2019

RONAN – The Ronan-Pablo Youth Softball Association will conduct girls’ softball signups on Wednesday, Feb. 13 at K. William Harvey Elementary School and Pablo Elementary from 5 to 7 p.m. Signups will also be held on Wednesday, Feb. 20 at Ronan Middle School from 5 to 7 p.m. Those interested in coaching or volunteering or who have questions should call Sandra Wirz at 406-203-2850 or Jennie Youngren at 406-360- 8051.

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