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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, January 6

Dogsled, skijore at Seeley Lake Trailhead

1/6/2018 - 1/7/2018

SEELEY LAKE — On Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 6 and 7, 2018, from 9 a.m.- noon each day, all mushers (beginning or experienced) and all skijorers are invited to Montana Mountain Mushers Fun Run at the Seeley Lake Trailhead (Morrell Creek), just north of Seeley Lake. Park in the mushers parking lot and be ready to run. Participants will run their dog(s) Saturday between 9 a.m.-noon and again on Sunday between 9 a.m.-noon. There will be lots of hands-on training for everyone. This run is free but registration is required. Bring your sleds, skis and dogs to run each day. Everyone is welcome and it will be a fun, relaxed and great way to run your dogs with experienced dog mushers. For information, call 406-881-2909 or 406-677-3141, or go online to: montanamountainmushers. com.

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Monday, January 8

Ronan School Board to meet

1/8/2018

RONAN — The Ronan School Board will meet in the Ronan High School Library at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 8.

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Tuesday, January 9

Join ‘Working Together: Community Action Workshop’

1/9/2018

RONAN — Mission Valley Rises: Democracy Engaged! is a local, non-partisan, community-led group, committed to exploring issues that affect our community. We have invited Svein Neuman, of Northern Plains Resource Council, to explain how his organization has been so effective in bringing together people with different points of view to find solutions that work for the community. He will also engage participants in a conversation about how we can be more effective as active citizens. Join us for another interesting and informative evening on Tuesday, Jan. 9, from 6-8 p.m. at the Ronan Senior Citizens’ Center, 528 Main Street SW. For more information, call 406-745- 3001 or go to missionvalleyrises. com.

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Sheriff to discuss jail changes

1/9/2018

POLSON — A Polson Pachyderm meeting will be held on Feb. 9 from noon-1 p.m. at Polson Rural Fire department off Regatta road. Sheriff Don Bell will speak about the work being done to implement NIC assessment recommendations and lower the overcrowding in the Lake County Jail.

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Wednesday, January 10

Auxiliary to meet

1/10/2018

RONAN — The Ronan VFW Auxiliary 5652 will meet on Wednesday, Jan. 10, at the VFW Hall at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 406-676-3380

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Benefit supports West Shore Library

1/10/2018

LAKESIDE — A benefit entitled, “One pint at a time,” is being held to support the West Shore Community Library on Jan. 10, 2018, at the Tamarack Brewing Company from 6-9 p.m.

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Fort Connah group meets

1/10/2018

CHARLO — The Fort Connah Restoration Society will hold their annual membership meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2018, at Ninepipes Lodge. Social hour and no-host bar will begin at 5:30 p.m., dinner is at 6 p.m. followed by a meeting at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join us.

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Learn about multigenerational workforce

1/10/2018

PABLO — Five generations in the workplace – are you ready? Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Generation Y/Millennials, Generation Z … Today they’re all in the workforce. Rick Edwards, an expert on workplace dynamics, will talk about the challenges and opportunities of managing a multi-generational workforce. Learn how generations differ, what they have in common, and how they can work together to form productive relationships. Join us on Wednesday, Jan. 10, from 10 a.m.-noon in the Johnny Arlee /Vic Charlo Theater at SKC. RSVP at 406-676- 5901 to reserve your seat. This workshop is free.

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Rural Fire Board to meet

1/10/2018

POLSON — The Polson Rural Fire Board’s January meeting of the Board of Trustees will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 10, at 6 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Station No. 1 meeting room 25-B, on Regatta Rd.

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Friday, January 12

Enjoy free dinner

1/12/2018

POLSON — The January Friendship Table Dinner is on Friday, Jan. 12, 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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Saturday, January 13

Begin new year with half marathon

1/13/2018

POLSON — The third annual “Sorry Bout That Half Marathon and Team Relay” will take place on Saturday, Jan. 13. Entry fee for the race is $33 dollars until Jan. 1, 2018, and. includes a T-shirt, a race medal, chili and coffee. For more information and registration go to: RunSignup.com and search for “Sorry Bout That Half Marathon.”

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Chamber to award businesses

1/13/2018

POLSON — The annual Chamber Awards banquet is set for Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018, at the KwaTuqNuk Resort. Tickets are $50 each or a table of 10 for $500. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 406-528-5262 or bduty@stlukehealthcare.org.

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Sunday, January 14

Join community potluck

1/14/2018

VALLEY VIEW — Celebrate the New Year with our community potluck on Sunday, Jan. 14. Bring your drink of choice to social time at 5:30 p.m. and bring your favorite potluck dish to share for dinner at 6 p.m. Come enjoy good food and good company; everyone is welcome. The Clubhouse is located at 40762 Valley View Road. If you have any questions call 406-883-2910. We hope to see you all there.

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Mariners change signups to Polson location

1/14/2018

POLSON — The Mission Valley Mariners will have sign ups on Sunday, Jan. 14, at Sweet Bliss in Polson from 1-4 p.m. (Originally scheduled for Ronan horticultural barn.) Players must be 13-19 years old. For more information, call 406-261-6015 or 406-212-2540.

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Wednesday, January 17

Adult coloring offered

1/17/2018

POLSON — Let’s have some fun before the snowmen melt away. Join us Jan. 17, from 2-4 p.m. (one session only) at the North Lake County Public Library for an Adult Coloring Program. This month’s theme is “Achromatic” (which means having no hue). The library will provide coloring projects and all supplies. You are also welcome to bring your own. Hot cocoa will be served.

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MVR hosts Progressive Democrats

1/17/2018

RONAN —Mission Valley Rises: Democracy Engaged! is a local, non-partisan, community-led group, committed to exploring issues that affect us all. We invite you to our meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 6 p.m. at the Safe Harbor Office (corner of Eisenhower and Highway 93). We will discuss our Community Action Workshop held on Jan. 9; begin our program of meeting with different political groups by hosting the Montana Progressive Democrats; and plan our next event. Come and bring your ideas. For more information, go to: Missionvalleyrises.com.

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Thursday, January 18

Fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics

1/18/2018

POLSON —Kiwanis will hold a fundraiser on Jan. 18, from 5-8 p.m. at Glacier Brewery to benefit the Special Olympics. Taco soup will be provided and Glacier Brewery is donating part of the proceeds of the sales to the Special Olympics.

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Join Resource Roundtable

1/18/2018

POLSON — Lunch will be provided for those attending the Jan. 18 Resource Roundtable meeting at noon in the Lake County Health Department conference room.

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Kiwanis Club to meet

1/18/2018

POLSON — The Kiwanis Club meet the first and third Thursday of each month at the KwaTaqNuk Resort in the Koostatah room from noon-1 p.m. Our speaker on Jan. 18 will be Brett Rigler from Edward Jones who will talk about the market in general and be available to answer questions. Later in the day the Kiwanis will hold a fundraiser for the Special Olympics from 5-8 p.m. at the Glacier Brewery. Everyone is welcome at both events.

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Learn about women’s financial considerations

1/18/2018

RONAN — Lake County Community Development is the site of the workshop, “Take Control of your Financial Future: Master Five Money Questions for Women.” The workshop is on Thursday, Jan. 18, at noon. Jacob Baumman from Edward Jones will discuss the different financial strategies women have from men. This workshop is brought to you by the Mission Valley Subnetwork of the Missoula Businesswoman’s Network.

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Ninepipes Black Tie Dinner on tap

1/18/2018

CHARLO – It’s time to mark your calendars for the Thursday, Jan. 18, Black Tie Dinner; the annual fundraiser for the Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana. (And remember, a Montana “black tie” event means wearing your best pair of blue jeans.) The 2018 guest speaker is James Spencer, a Nez Perce storyteller and musician who will speak on “Legend Days: Past and Present.” Attendees are invited to the museum at 5 p.m. for a complimentary visit through the museum followed by a sit-down meal at Allentown Restaurant in the Ninepipes Lodge at 7 p.m. Call 406-644-3435 to reserve your tickets and make your entrée selection.

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SPLASH in Polson

1/18/2018

POLSON — The monthly SPLASH gathering is being co-hosted by Lake Funeral Home and the Cove Deli and Pizza. The SPLASH will take place at the Lake Funeral Home from 5-7 p.m. and the Cove Deli will provide the food. See you there.

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