ARLEE — Karen Goulet, director of the Salish Kootenai Art Department, will be the featured artist at the Killdeer Artisans’ Guild summer show. The show presents new works from Montana artists at Hangin’ Art Gallery in Arlee. The show will remain up until Oct. 24.

POLSON — Immaculate Conception Catholic Church is sponsoring an apple festival on Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities included at the festival are: a delicious lunch, selling apple pies, raffles, rummage sales, and several craft vendors.  Come and join us. 

Contact Caryl at (406) 883-2371, for table reservations.

POLSON — Polson Running will sponsor the “Live Locally Race” this year and it will be held on Saturday, Oct. 11. For more information, contact: polsonrunning.com.

RONAN — Each year, SAFE Harbor has its Annual Art Auction and Celebration when community partners from across the region share their creations, talents and services to help raise awareness and financial support. This year’s event is on Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Ronan Community Center. At the gala both a live and a silent auction will take place with original artwork, jewelry, quilts, pottery, carving, sculptures and photography. Special baskets are also auctioned that include lodging, movie passes, theater tickets, etc. If you would like further information, please contact us at (406) 676-9242 or at (406) 676-0800.

PABLO — The People’s Center’s annual Dry Meat Social will be on Monday, Oct. 13 from 7 a.m.– 4 p.m. Hunters are invited to bring their game to slice and then dry the meat on the outside rack here. The public is invited to participate, learn and share. Lunch will be available for participants. For more information, call Marie at (406) 675-0160.

POLSON — There will be a Polson School Board meeting on Monday, Oct. 13, at the district office, 111 Fourth Ave. E at 5:30 p.m. 

POLSON — The next gathering of the “Thyme for Herbs Group” will be Monday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m. in the North Lake County Public Library meeting room, 2 First Ave. E (use the east side door). The topic for the evening will be, “What We Need To Be Well.”

Anyone interested in learning to use herbs and desiring to be well is invited to join us. Bring your questions for discussion. For more information, call Linda Peterson at (406) 319-2446.

POLSON — NW Montana AARP’s Driver Safety Class will be held on Oct. 14 at the Polson Area Senior Center from 8:30-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. Please call (406) 883-4735, for a reservation.

POLSON — Polson Booster Club meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are at the high school in the conference room at 7 p.m. Come get involved in booster club. Next meeting will be on October 14.

CHARLO — The D’Aste Women’s Club meeting will be held at the D’Aste Church on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 5:30 p.m. We will elect officers for the upcoming year. If you have questions, contact Nancy Evans at (406) 644-2578 or Jennie Youngren at 406) 676-5044.

POLSON — Due to floor renovation activities, the Wednesday night dance normally held at the Elks will be held at the VFW on the night of Oct. 15. Ken’s Country Combo will play everything from waltz, two step polka swing and anything from the 50s. Dance is from 7-10 p.m. Bring a treat to share.

MOIESE — The Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 15, at the National Bison Range Headquarters in Moiese. The Board will hear reports from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding 2014 accomplishments under the State/Tribal agreement and plans for 2015. A training session will also take place for new board members.

Interested persons can get more information by calling Germaine White at (406) 883-2888, or John Fraley at FWP at (406) 751-4564 by sending email to: germainew@cskt.org or jfraley@mt.gov.

ARLEE — The Lake County Public Health Department will be offering flu shots to the public at Arlee Senior Center on Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 10:30 a.m.–noon. The cost is $25. Seniors, please remember to bring your Medicare Part B coverage cards as that will pay for your flu shot.

You may also get your flu shot at our walk-in immunization clinic held every Tuesday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. or you may call and schedule an appointment. The Lake County Public Health Department is located at 802 Main Street in Polson. Call (406) 883-7288, with your questions.

ST. IGNATIUS — The Lake County Public Health Department will be offering flu shots to the public at St. Ignatius Senior Center on Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 3:30–5 p.m. The cost is $25. Seniors, please remember to bring your Medicare Part B coverage cards as that will pay for your flu shot.

You may also get your flu shot at our walk-in immunization clinic held every Tuesday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. or you may call and schedule an appointment. The Lake County Public Health Department is located at 802 Main Street in Polson. Call (406) 883-7288, with your questions.

ARLEE — The Parents as Teachers program of the Lake County Public Health Department is sponsoring a playgroup at the Hangin’ Art Gallery in Arlee on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 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 PAT program. Dads can come, as well. For more information, call the Lake County Public Health Department at (406) 883-7209.

PABLO — A blood drive will be held on Oct. 15, from 10:15 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. in The Late Louie Caye Sr. Memorial Building at the Salish Kootenai College.

POLSON — Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour will be held Thursday, Oct. 16, from 5-7 p.m. Your host will be First Interstate Bank. Hope to see you there.

RONAN — Pastor Seth Nelson of Faith Lutheran Church will offer a free, three-week course entitled “Martin Luther and his Legacy.” The course will cover the history of Martin Luther’s life and work and the reformation movement, which he started. The courses will be held on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. in the basement, (Fellowship Hall), of Faith Lutheran Church on Oct. 9, 16 and 23. These courses are free to the public and all are welcome. For more information, feel free to call our office at (406) 676-2721.

RONAN — The Mission Valley Sub-network of Missoula Businesswomen’s Network will meet at the Lake County Community Development Building, 407 W Main Street on Thursday, Oct. 16, from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. 

Hobie Hare will share tips for creating more focus, balance, peace and productivity during the work day. C2 Business will sponsor the lunch. 

Please RSVP by Oct. 14 to: ldville@yahoo.com.

RONAN — USDA Farm Service Agency, in partnership with the USDA Risk Management Agency and Montana State University will host an informational meeting on Friday, Oct. 17, from 8 a.m.- noon, at the Ronan Community Center, 300 Third Ave., NW. The meeting will cover important new from the Agricultural Act of 2014: price loss coverage; agricultural risk coverage programs; supplemental coverage option. A printable schedule of other meetings and local contact information is available at: fsa.usda.gov/Internet/FSA_File/2014mtusdamsufarmbillmtgs.pdf.

RONAN — The Round Butte Grange has invited political candidates to speak at the Rocky Mountain Museum on Round Butte Road on Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. Submit questions by Oct. 15 to: drenter@centurytel.net or 35451 Minesinger Trail, Polson. Questions will also be accepted at the door if they are submitted by 6:30 p.m. 

POLSON — The Parents as Teachers is sponsoring a “Community Connection” event open to all area parents on Friday, Oct. 17, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The lunchtime event takes place in the Public Health Department’s conference room at 802 Main Street.

They will show you how to make some healthy Halloween treats and talk about fun ideas for the holiday. Information about the PAT program and lunch will be provided. A Ninja smoothie maker is the door prize and donated baby and toddler clothes are there to take home.

The PAT program is a free, voluntary program that provides twice monthly home visits with age-appropriate activities for children from birth to age five, developmental screenings, and information and referrals to area resources. Parents can be enrolled in the PAT program as soon as they are pregnant. For more information, call the Lake County Health Department at (406) 883-7209.

DAYTON — Mission Mountain Winery encourages all wine lovers to attend our free event on Saturday, Oct. 18, at 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. The event is part of the winery’s continuing program to educate the community about the aging and care of fine wine. Vertical tasting is the presentation of wine from older to younger vintages to see the effects of time upon a wine. Mission Mountain Winery is located on Highway 93 in Dayton on the west shore of beautiful Flathead Lake.

PABLO — Come and hone your archery skills in the gym at Pablo Christian Church. The Christian Archery Fellowship meets every Sunday from 6-8 p.m. for archery practice during  October and possibly November also. All ages are welcome. Safety is monitored, there is some instruction and events are family oriented and free. If you have questions, call (406) 675-3252, (406) 531-5113.

RONAN — At 1 p.m. on Oct. 19 the Entertainer Cinema will show the Native American film, “Dakota,” where 38 riders retrace the 330-mile route from Lower Brule, South Dakota to Mankato, Minn. on the anniversary of the largest mass execution in US history. 

This film was created to encourage healing and reconciliation. If you have questions, call the FRHRC at (406) 745-4259 or (406) 745-3303

PABLO – Salish Kootenai College Lady Bison will open the basketball season Oct. 19 with a home game at noon at the Joe McDonald gym. The SKC Lady Bison will be hosting Northwest Indian College (NWIC) from Bellingham, Washington.

These two teams faced off last year in the AIHEC Tribal College championship game with the Lady Bison coming out on top capturing their 4th title out of the last 8 seasons. NWIC would like to avenge the loss as both teams prepare to meet up in Crow, Montana at the end of the season for a chance to claim the title of National Tribal College Basketball Champions.

The SKC Lady Bison would like to fill the gym, so free admission is being offered for this game.

RONAN — The Ronan Women’s Club is sponsoring a blood drive on Monday, Oct. 20, from 2-6 p.m. at the Ronan Sacred Heart Parish, 35933 Round Butte Road. To schedule your appointment or for more information, call (406) 543-6695.

POLSON — The public is invited to the 10 a.m. meeting of the Flathead Reservation Area Historical Society on Tuesday, Oct. 21, in the large conference room of the Lake County Courthouse. Representatives of local museums and library boards are always encouraged to participate. Please call vice-president Gale Decker at (406) 676-3033, if you know of persons interested in serving on the board. 

POLSON — The Wednesday night dance is back at the Elks with Heart to Heart playing. Treats continue to be exceptional and much enjoyed so please keep them coming. Come join us from 7-10 p.m. and have some fun. 

RONAN — The Lake County Public Health Department will be offering flu shots to the public at Ronan Senior Center on Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 1– 2:30 p.m. The cost is $25. Seniors, please remember to bring your Medicare Part B coverage cards as that will pay for your flu shot.

You may also get your flu shot at our walk-in immunization clinic held every Tuesday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. or you may call and schedule an appointment. The Lake County Public Health Department is located at 802 Main Street in Polson. Call (406) 883-7288, with your questions.

YELLOW BAY — NW Montana AARP’s Driver Safety Class will be held on Oct. 23 at Yellow Bay Club, Mile Marker 18 on Highway 35, from 1-5 p.m. Please call (406) 982-3064, for a reservation.

CHARLO — The Lake County Public Health Department will be offering flu shots to the public at Charlo Senior Center on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 1-2 p.m. The cost is $25. Seniors, please remember to bring your Medicare Part B coverage cards as that will pay for your flu shot.

You may also get your flu shot at our walk-in immunization clinic held every Tuesday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. or you may call and schedule an appointment. The Lake County Public Health Department is located at 802 Main Street in Polson. Call (406) 883-7288, with your questions.

POLSON — The Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will hold its annual Harvest Dinner of Swedish meatballs, potatoes, gravy, lefse, salad and dessert from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23, in the church fellowship hall. The cost for the dinner is $10 per adult, $4 per child under 10 years. Fair Trade coffee will also be available for purchase. Dinner proceeds will benefit local Helping Hands and Cheerful Heart organizations.

RONAN — Pastor Seth Nelson of Faith Lutheran Church will offer a free, three-week course entitled “Martin Luther and his Legacy.” The course will cover the history of Martin Luther’s life and work and the reformation movement, which he started. The courses will be held on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. in the basement, (Fellowship Hall), of Faith Lutheran Church on Oct. 9, 16 and 23. These courses are free to the public and all are welcome. For more information, feel free to call our office at (406) 676-2721.

POLSON — Learn how to protect yourself from fraud and gain financial protection on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 4:30-7:30 p.m.at the KwaTaqNuk. Both tribal and non-tribal people have been scammed by fraudulent organizations promising quick-fix solutions. The Finance Program in the Salish and Kootenai Housing Authority is partnering with state and federal agencies to educate our entire community with a free training. This training will educate folks on how to spot/detect fraud/scams and what to do or who to contact if you feel you’ve been a victim. Due to limited seating, call and reserve your spot by calling (877) 926-8300 or (406) 675-4491 ext. 517. Protect your families, don’t be a victim.

POLSON — A harvest community dinner will be held on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 6-7 p.m. at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. There will be a chicken dinner and salad served. An inspiration film will be shown after dinner and will be followed with dessert and coffee. All are welcome.

POLSON — In honor of October as domestic violence awareness month, Prevention and Education of Abuse and Christian Environments, (PEACE), will hold their first official fundraiser. Please join them for a silent art auction on Oct. 24 from 6-8 p.m. in the community room of the Mission Valley Aquatics Center. Desserts and hors d’oeuvres will be served as bids can be placed on beautiful artwork from local artists.  A short presentation about the organization will be given at 7 p.m. as the bidding wraps up at 7:30 p.m.  For more information, please email: peaceofpolson@gmail.com or call (406) 270-9160.

BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association is holding its October Potluck on Friday, Oct. 24, at our historic Big Arm School. Bring a dish to share with your friends and neighbors. Dinner begins at 6 p.m. We are privileged to have Byron Crow as our guest speaker at 7 p.m. His presentation will be: “Raptors, our neighbors around the Lake and what it tells us,” will be an introduction to various raptor species which live around Flathead Lake. He is hoping to bring some live examples of raptors for us to enjoy. Join us for this educational evening. For further information, please contact Nancy Foster, BAA Secretary at (406) 849-5064.

ST. IGNATIUS — Free training is being offered in nonviolent communication for families, couples, teachers, work situations and law enforcement on Oct. 24 from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. 

The training will take place at SKC in the Camas Room.

 Trainers are Patrick Marsolek and Aimee Ryan. 

A light lunch will be provided. 

You can pre-register by calling (406) 745-4259. Community participation of all ages is welcomed. Flathead Reservation Human Rights Coalition, Inc. sponsors this workshop with a grant from the Oleta “Pete” Smith Foundation. 

A variety of credits are available. 

Contact Cathy Billie at (406) 745-4259,

POLSON — A benefit dinner and silent auction will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, at the Polson VFW for Becky Cooper, a longtime waitress at Regatta Pizza who is fighting stage four colon rectal cancer. Because Becky is a huge football fan, people are asked to come wearing Becky’s favorite Pittsburgh Steelers’ colors — yellow and black — or any NFL team jersey or colors.

Organizers are also seeking donation items for the silent auction.

All proceeds will go to Becky’s medical expenses.

For more information, call Marie at (406) 270-1965 or Angela at (406) 531-3439.

PABLO — An 8-hour Mental Health First Aid course is being offered on Oct. 24 beginning at 9 p.m. at SKC’s Johnny Arlee/Victor Charlo Theater. The course teaches a 5-step action plan to offer initial help to people with the signs or symptoms of a mental illness or in a crisis, and connect them with the appropriate professional, peer, social, or self help care. Sometimes, the best first aid is you. Take the course, save a life, strengthen your community. Call (406) 883-1092, to register.

POLSON — Rob Turner, president of the Polson Chamber of Commerce, will report on the “State of the Polson Chamber of Commerce” at the Friday, Oct. 24, 2014, meeting of the Lake County Pachyderm Club. The group meets at the Polson Rural Fire Department building on Regatta Road, Polson. The business meeting starts at noon and adjourns at 1 p.m. Social time begins at 11:30 a.m. Anyone interested in hearing about Polson’s economic news and economic challenges is cordially invited to attend the meeting.

POLSON — St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church will have a yard sale on Friday, Oct. 24, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at 110 Sixth Ave. The sale will feature furniture and gently used holiday items. Other used items will be available as well.