POLSON — Join us at 9:15 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library. Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome.  We encourage parents & caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time. The doors open at 9 a.m.

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will host a Graphic Design for Beginners class at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 22. Learn how to use the Canva website to create graphic designs.

ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes on Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. MT. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will close on Wednesday, Nov. 23, at 4 p.m. and will be closed all day on Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov. 25.

RONAN — Every Thursday, from 11 a.m.-noon, the Ronan Library holds a reading program. Each program is geared toward the developmental needs of children 3-6 years old. The weekly program offers interactive readings, activities, and guided crafts for children. If needed, we are ready to modify the program for younger and older children or if you have a group of five or more children. Call the Ronan Library at 406-676-3682, for more information.

RONAN — The Ronan Community Center is the site for the annual Ronan Community Thanksgiving dinner to be served form 11 a.m.-2 p.m. This event will be hosted by the Ronan Chamber of Commerce and Tribal Waves. If you have any questions, call Rita at 406-871-1648.

ST. IGNATIUS —  The St. Ignatius Senior Citizens Center will serve a free Thanksgiving meal on Thursday, Nov. 24, from noon to 2 p.m. The homecooked meal will include turkey, ham, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, veggies, rolls, dessert and a drink. Bring a to-go meal to someone in need, the elderly or the sick. You may join others inside for a sit-down meal or get a drive-thru meal at the parking lot. If you have questions or need additional information, call Kimmi Ashley at 406-273-8203.

POLSON — The Polson Community Thanksgiving Dinner will take place on Nov. 24 at the Elks from 11-2 p.m. Meals are for pick-up and delivery only. Early calls or texts to order the number of dinners you desire (406-499-9529), are greatly appreciated. This lets them know how many meals to prepare. As always these meals are free but donations are always gratefully accepted.

RONAN — Every Thursday, from 11 a.m.-noon, the Ronan Library holds a reading program. Call the Ronan Library at 406-676-3682, for more information.

POLSON — The Polson Pirate Basketball Alumni Gratitude Game will be played on Saturday, Nov. 26, from6-9 p.m. at Linderman Gym. This is a fundraiser with free entry but donations are encouraged. Alumni should contact Jake Halgren at: jhalgren@polson.k12.mt.us for sign up information. Win the chance to throw a pie in the face of a current or former Pirate basketball player.

NINEPIPES — Ninepipes Lodge and Museum is the site of a holiday bazaar from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 26.

POLSON — Shop “Small Town Saturday” on Saturday, Nov. 26. Polson tree lighting is at 6 p.m. 

POLSON — The Tiny and Unusual Film Festival screens new, short, international films on the last Sunday of each month. The next screening will be on Sunday Nov. 27, from 1-3 p.m., at Good Coffee Roasting Company (GCRC), 214 Main St. For this next event there will be seven short films that total one hour in duration. The films are a mixture of animation, comedy and serious subjects. Films are G and PG 13, but may contain adult content. There will be audience participation as each viewer will be able to rate the film, in four categories and the results will be returned to each filmmaker. GCRC and Whistle Back Shop have a wide variety of coffee, tea and bakery treats for your viewing pleasure. Come join us for an afternoon of quality films, coffee and scones. 

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POLSON — Join us at 9:15 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library. Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome.  We encourage parents & caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time. The doors open at 9 a.m.

ARLEE —  Join friends and neighbors at the Arlee CDC, 92555 US Highway 93, at 1 p.m. for a free class to learn how to make nutrient-dense, flavorful bone broth to serve as is or use as a base for soups, stews and sauces. Space is limited so reserve your place by registering at: info@arleecdc.org or calling 406-726-5550. Lunch will be provided.

ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Rural Fire District’s will hold their regular meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 30,  at 6 p.m. at the Firehall Meeting Room, located at 4 First Ave. in St. Ignatius. For further information contact Chairman Tim Callahan at 406-745-4112.

ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes on Wednesdays led by Zen Teacher, Zenku from 6-7:30 p.m. via ZOOM. For more information and a Zoom link call 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.

RONAN — Every Thursday, from 11 a.m.-noon, the Ronan Library holds a reading program. Each program is geared toward the developmental needs of children 3-6 years old. The weekly program offers interactive readings, activities, and guided crafts for children. If needed, we are ready to modify the program for younger and older children or if you have a group of five or more children. Call the Ronan Library at 406-676-3682, for more information.

POLSON —  Join us for Story Time every Thursday from 9–10:30 a.m. in the library meeting room. This program is geared for kindergarten readiness for ages 3-5. Penguins is the theme for Dec. 1.

POLSON - Parade gets underway at 6 p.m. Join everyone on Main Street for a spectacular display of floats with Santa, food vendors, hot chocolate, and late night shopping. Check out Polson Business Community on Facebook for more details.

POLSON — Ken Kenmille and Music Friends will be in the North Lake County Public Library playing his guitar at 3:30 p.m. Feel free to sit and listen or just enjoy as you browse library materials.

POLSON — Join us at the Elks Lodge on Friday, Dec. 2, for a family friendly event. Dinner, raffle, silent auction and bake sale will take place at 5 p.m. for $13 per adult, and $8 for kids 12 and under. Dinner includes meatball subs, salad, and soup. Funds raised go to toys at regional hospitals and clinics for the holidays. Any remaining funds will be donated to congenital heart defect research. Additional details, RSVP on Facebook.

POLSON — Polson High School is the site for Duke Otherwise show entitled, “Noah ‘Ebenezer Duke’ Show.”

This energetic live show is filled with improvisation, audience participation, dancing and outrageous fun. Duke Otherwise is a playful wordsmith, a spirited performed, a skilled guitarist, and a skilled tap dancer. The show is at 7:30 p.m.

POLSON — On Saturday, Dec. 3, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 409 Fourth Ave. E,  will hold their sixth annual Christmas Bazaar between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. There will also be a “Grab n’ Go Treats Café. They are still looking for vendors with handmade crafts to sell. Call 406-883-5864, for more information. 

POLSON — It’s Festival time! Festival of Trees that is. This will be the Festivals 22nd year in Polson. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Dec. 3. The Festival generates funds for the Mission Valley Youth Foundation. The Mission Valley Youth Foundation solicits applications from youth based non-profit programs within the Mission Valley. Mission Valley Youth Foundation Board members are: Brooke Ingram, Jamie Buhr, Roxanne Duckworth, Linda Fisher, Laura Burland, Trudy Pedersen, and Brittany Cathey.

POLSON — It’s Festival time! Festival of Trees that is. This will be the Festivals 22nd year in Polson. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Dec. 3. The Festival generates funds for the Mission Valley Youth Foundation. The Mission Valley Youth Foundation solicits applications from youth based non-profit programs within the Mission Valley. Mission Valley Youth Foundation Board members are: Brooke Ingram, Jamie Buhr, Roxanne Duckworth, Linda Fisher, Laura Burland, Trudy Pedersen, and Brittany Cathey.

ST. IGNATIUS — The annual St. Ignatius Christmas Carnival is Saturday, Dec 3, at 2 p.m., at the new St. Ignatius High School gym. We will have Santa, the Grinch, and games for kids to play. Following the carnival we will have a tree lighting and parade of lights at around 5:30 p.m. We will have two trailers for caroling as well. There will be a small raffle at the parade also.