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.

ST. IGNATIUS — The East Mission Pipeline meeting will take place at the Flathead Joint Board of Control office in St. Ignatius at 7 p.m. on Oct. 2. The election of officers and discussion about the repair of pipeline will take place. For more information, call (406) 745-4451.

POLSON — A non-juried show entitled “Man and Best” is open to all artists and will take place from Sept. 30-Nov. 7. There will be a reception Friday, Oct. 3, from 5-7 p.m. at the Sandpiper Gallery. For more information, call the Gallery at (406)-883-5956.

POLSON — The Polson Booster Club will hold a Calcutta Dinner Auction and Dance on Saturday, Oct. 4 at Polson Airport Hanger number six. Cocktails are at 6 p.m., dinner is at 7 p.m. and the auction begins at 8 p.m. “Grills Gone Wild” will cater the dinner and music will be provided by Southern Comfort.

Dinner tickets are $25 and they include dinner, the silent auction, and the 50/50 raffle. There will be $50 Calcutta bidding tickets available. All money raised will go to stadium improvements.

CHARLO — D’Aste Women’s Club will host a yard sale and bake sale at the D’Aste Church in Charlo on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. We will raise money to fund the church and its expenses for the upcoming year. If you are interested in donating items to help out, please contact Nancy Evans at (406) 644-2578 or Jennie Youngren at (406) 676-5044. 

POLSON — The fourth annual Salish Point Benefit Golf Tourney will be held Saturday, Oct. 4, at Polson Bay Golf Course. For more information, call Evan Smith at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 7280 or (406) 546-6375.

NATIVE AMERICAN FILMS 1 P.M. Oct. 4, 12, 19, 25 ENTERTAINER CINEMA 410 Main St SW, Ronan FREE ADMISSION--under 13 must be accompanied by adult OCT. 4--CHEROKEE WORD FOR WATER story of Wilma Mankiller, first female Chief of Cherokee Tribe and her fight to bring water to a rural community Oct. 12--SMOKE SIGNALS The classic comedy about Thomas and Victor leaving home on an unforgettable adventure of friendship and discovery. Discussion after the film led by William S. YellowRobe, Jr., Native American playwright. Oct. 19--DAKOTA 38 riders retrace the 330-mile route from Lower Brule, SD to Mankato, MN on the anniversary of the largest mass execution in US history. Film was created to encourage healing and reconciliation. OCT. 25 WINTER IN THE BLOOD Based on the novel by James Welch and filmed on the Hi-Line in northern Montana, this contemporary tale tells the story of a man on a modern-day vision quest who ultimately recovers his true identity, renewing the bond between himself and the land and makes peace with the winter ghosts that haunt him. Directed by Alex and Andrew Smith (visit w/crew after film) Sponsored by: Polson Theatres/ Flathead Reservation Human Rights Coalition/ Private Donors Free Admission—Donations Appreciated Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. FRHRC is a501c3 non-profit organization providing educational events to promote the broadest possible community acceptance of the multi-cultural nature of this community and celebrate the positive benefits of living together in such a community. Contact us at: Box 111, Ronan, MT 59864 745-4259 or 745-3303; like our page at https://www.facebook.com/Frhrc2 or follow us at frhrc2.wordpress.com/.

POLSON — The Polson Police Department will hold their annual “Bike Auction” on Saturday, Oct. 4, at the City Shop located on the corner of First Street E and 11th Ave. E (other items will also be available). The auction starts promptly at 10 a.m. 

POLSON — Come to Murdoch’s on Saturday, Oct. 4, to view some of Montana’s finest giant vegetables. Will this year produce another record-breaking state title? Watch the giant pumpkins weigh in on forklifts to see. Or, join the competition and load up your giant vegetables for your stake in up to $500 in prize money. For more information, as well as the complete set of rules and regulations, visit: www.bigskypumpkingrowers.com. Entries accepted for all categories at 8 a.m. and at noon weighing begins. Categories include giant pumpkin, green squash, long gourds, tomatoes, and watermelon.

POLSON — The Northwest Montana Accordion Association will hold a music jam from 2-5:30 p.m. at the Elks on Sunday, Oct. 5.

ST. IGNATIUS —“Pursuits” program for Oct. 5 focuses on fun and ethical hunting. All interested persons are welcome. The event takes place at the Mission Valley United Methodist Church, (top of Post Creek on Highway 93). It begins at 5:30 p.m. with a “Hunter Stew” supper followed by the program “Elk to Pheasants” by Tom Wittinger, a retired biologist, with 30 years of hunting experience. Bring your own stories and enjoy a friendly night out.

Tiana Crist, a 6th-grade Valley View student, will play music from her newly-released CD of 10 original piano compositions, "Heart of Shalom," Sunday, Oct. 5 from 3-5 p.m. at The Red Poppy in Ronan. CDs will also be available to purchase, and proceeds will be used toward her next album.

ST. IGNATIUS — The Kuilix chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 7, at 1 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, Highway 93 top of the hill, north of St. Ignatius. The program will be about the history of our American flags, presented by Joann Piazzola, DAR Montana State Officer from Butte. An Italian-style buffet lunch will be served at noon. Prospective members are welcome. For more information, call Kuilix regent Bonnie Huber at (406) 745-3118.

RONAN — The October meeting of the Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen will begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7, with our annual Octoberfest Supper. Members are asked to bring a salad or a dessert. We will have a short meeting afterwards, with a program presented by Mack and Connie Long. 

The meeting will be held at the VFW Hall on Round Butte Road in Ronan. For more information, you may call (406) 883-5876.

RONAN — The Mission Mountain Quilt Guild will hold their October meeting on Oct. 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the Terrace Lake Community Church, 35663 Terrace Lake Road. Please bring ten 1 3/4” x 18” fall colored strips of fabric for an exchange. A pattern will be handed out for you to make a table topper with them. Please bring your show and tell items, and be working on your “Crayola Challenge” project. Don’t lose those crayons. The Thursday quilters are in charge of refreshments. Everyone’s welcome. 

RONAN — Big Productions will present “The International String Trio,” on Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Ronan Performing Arts Center beginning at 7 .m. 

RONAN — The Ladies Auxiliary VFW 5652 meeting is Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 6:30 p.m. at the Ronan VFW Hall, 35981 Round Butte Road. New members are welcome.

For more information, call Marge Fay at (406) 676-3380.

POLSON — The national event, “Fields of Faith,” will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 7:30-8:30 p.m. on the Polson High School football field. All ages are welcome. There will be a youth band. Come and be inspired by high school and University of Montana athletes sharing their faith. Every attendee will receive a free T-shirt and a devotional. If you have questions, call Mark Rochin (406) 883-0310.

POLSON — The Oct. 8 community dance will have Heart to Heart playing at the Elks on Wednesday from 7-10 p.m. for all people who love their music. Requests are welcome. Everyone has fun and wonderful treats are brought and shared.

POLSON — The Marine Corps League meets every second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Driftwood Family Restaurant in Polson. For more information, call John Miller at (406) 890-0964 or go to: usmcfox21@gmail.com. 

POLSON — The National Active and Retired Federal Employee Association will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at the Polson Senior Center at 11:45 a.m. Turkey slices and potato will be available for lunch. Following lunch there will be a program about the Helping Hands Fund. A short business meeting will follow.

CHARLO — Charlo High School National Honor Society students will sponsor a Charlo Community blood drive on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 1-6 p.m. in the Charlo multi-purpose gym. To schedule an appointment, please call Sharon Hertz at (406) 644-2206 ext 244.

DAYTON — The Lake County Public Health Department will offer flu shots to the public at Dayton Presbyterian Church on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 1:30 – 3 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 — “Birds, Climate Change, and Us” by Amy Cilimburg, a wildlife biologist and the Director of Bird Conservation and Climate Policy for Montana Audubon, will be presented the Mission Mountain Audubon’s program on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 7 p.m. in the Polson Library meeting room. Everyone is welcome. Amy will take a deeper look into the Audubon report, the largest and most comprehensive examination of birds and climate change ever. Come listen to Cilimburg speak about “climate-smart conservation.”

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 — At the Miracle of America Museum on Thursday, Oct. 9, the 1952 feature length movie “Red Skies of Montana” will be shown at 6:30 p.m. The movie is based on the 1949 tragic Mann Gulch fire. A short tour of the museum’s smoke jumper related artifacts collection will precede the film.

POLSON — The October Friendship Table Dinner is coming up on Oct. 10, from 5-7 p.m. The dinner will be served at the Polson Presbyterian Church located across from Linderman School. Come join us. This dinner is free and open to all.

RONAN —Come and join us for a day of training in QuickBooks Software in Ronan on Friday, Oct. 10, from 9 a.m. -3 p.m. Instructor Allison McCarthy is a management consultant and trainer. Register for $10 with lunch included by calling Carol at (406) 261-3200 or Lisa at (406) 676-5901. Lake County Community Development sponsors this event.

POLSON — Heidi Sedivy, Flathead Lakers Education and Outreach Coodinator and Invasive Species Specialist, will be the guest speaker at the Friday, Oct. 10, meeting of the Lake County Pachyderm Club. She will describe the work being done to protect Flathead Lake from invasive species.

Pachyderms meet at the Polson Rural Fire Hall on Regatta Road near the fairgrounds. All those interested in learning about this vital issue are welcome. The meeting begins at noon and adjourns at 1 p.m. The social time begins at 11:30 a.m.

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.