Valley Journal: Event Calendar 11/20/2021

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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.

Saturday, November 20

Johnny Appleseed performed in Arlee

11/20/2021

ARLEE — Missoula’s Children’s Theatre production of Johnny Appleseed will be performed in the Arlee High School gymnasium on Saturday, Nov. 20, at 7 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door - $5 for adults, $3 for students, $15 for a family.

Come join us for a tale of Johnny Appleseed and get a tasty reminder that kindness is at the core of every friendship.

Wednesday, November 24

Library to close early

11/24/2021

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closing at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov.24, and will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 25. We will be open on Friday, Nov. 26, from 9 a.m.-6: p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 27, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Thursday, November 25

Call early for Polson’s annual Thanksgiving meal

11/25/2021

POLSON — This year’s Thanksgiving dinner will be prepared at the Mission Valley Elk’s Lodge at 512 Main Street in Polson. Delivery or curbside pickup will be available by reservation. The number to call for your 2021 Thanksgiving meal order is: 406-471-7076. Please call and make reservations for a meal as early as possible, so that we make certain that anyone who would enjoy a meal receives one. We anticipate an increase from last year, so please help us by calling early.

We will be open for pickup and delivery from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thanksgiving day, Thursday, Nov. 25.

As always, there is no charge for our “from scratch” made dinner, but we gratefully accept donations.

Any questions, comments and reservations can be made at 406-471-7076.

Library gift shop offers discount

11/25/2021

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s gift shop will be open from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Black Friday. Starting on this day all items in the gift shop are 20 percent off.

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Ronan holds Community Thanksgiving Feast

11/25/2021

RONAN — Join your friends and neighbors for a free community feast at the Ronan Community Center on Nov. 25, from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. For more information contact Rita Ulutoa at 406-871-1648.

Friday, November 26

Food Pantry closes for Thanksgiving weekend

11/26/2021 - 11/27/2021

ST. IGNATIUS — The Mission Valley Food Pantry will be closed Friday, Nov. 26, and Saturday, Nov. 27, so our volunteers can enjoy Thanksgiving with their families.

Library gift shop offers discount

11/26/2021

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s gift shop will be open from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Black Friday. Starting on this day all items in the gift shop are 20 percent off.

Library gift shop offers discount

11/26/2021

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s gift shop will be open from 9 a.m.-6p.m. on Black Friday. Starting on this day all items in the gift shop are 20 percent off.

Light decorating contest held in Ronan

11/26/2021

RONAN — The Ronan Chamber of Commerce is holding a light decorating competition. You may submit photos of your home, office, business or any other light display. For more information contact the Ronan Chamber of Commerce at 406-676-8300.

Saturday, November 27

Arlee Parade to celebrate family, giving and love

11/27/2021

ARLEE — The Arlee Parade of Lights will take place on Saturday, Nov. 27. This event will resemble a trick or trunk event. Bring your floats to the high school at 5:30 p.m. The event will begin at 6 p.m. Let’s be safe; wear masks and remember social distancing is encouraged. Let’s celebrate family, giving and love this year.

Arlee Parade to celebrate family, giving, love

11/27/2021

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Shopping, caroling, Santa on board for Small Business Saturday

11/27/2021

POLSON — Small Business Saturday is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 27. Small business Saturday is teaming up with the Polson Business Community to bring back the Polson Tree Lighting Celebration on Small Business Saturday. Our current plans have caroling starting around 5:30 p.m. at the Lake County Courthouse, followed by the official tree lighting with Santa and Mrs. Claus at 6 p.m.

Friday, December 3

Join Ronan Chamber for lunch

12/3/2021

POLSON — The 2021 Parade of Lights brought to you by the Polson Business Community is set to happen on Friday, Dec. 3, at 6 p.m. All floats need to be lined up and ready to go behind Cherry Valley Elementary School by 5 p.m. Trophies and prizes (PBC bucks to spend in our community) will be awarded for Best of Parade, Best Light Display, Most Creative, and Most Humorous. (See page 14 for more information.)

Parade of Lights in Polson scheduled

12/3/2021

POLSON — The 2021 Parade of Lights brought to you by the Polson Business Community is set to happen on Friday, Dec. 3, at 6 p.m. All floats need to be lined up and ready to go behind Cherry Valley Elementary School by 5 p.m. It will be the same parade route as years past. Also, just like in years past there is a $20 entry fee which includes one truck and trailer, each additional vehicle is an additional $5 per vehicle.

Put as many lights as possible on your entries and light up our little town. Trophies and prizes (PBS bucks to spend in our community) will be awarded for Best of Parade, Best Light Display, Most Creative, and Most Humorous.