Valley Journal: Event Calendar 12/20/2013

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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.

Friday, December 20

Experience ‘The Journey to Bethlehem’, Dec. Sundays & Christmas Eve

12/1/2013 - 12/24/2013

POLSON — Come experience “The Journey to Bethlehem” on Sundays in December: Dec. 1, 8, 15, and 22, at 11 a.m. and Christmas Eve at the First Presbyterian Church at 301 Fourth Ave. E., Polson.

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Friday, December 20

Gallery holds annual Members' Holiday Show through 12/24

12/1/2013 - 12/24/2013

POLSON — Sandpiper Art Gallery at 306 Main St. in Polson will hosts its annual Members’ Holiday Show and Sale through Dec. 24. Local member artists offer fine art and artisan crafts for your holiday decorating, gift giving and celebrating. For more information, call the Sandpiper Art Gallery at (406) 883-5956 or visit: Sandpiperartgallery.com.

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Attend season’s last Christmas Bazaar

12/20/2013 - 12/21/2013

ARLEE – The Gallery Café at Hangin’ Art Gallery is the site for the last Christmas Bazaar of the season on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 20 and 21, from 9 a.m.-4p.m. Come support local vendors, pick up great gifts and enjoy delicious espresso drinks, lunch and home baked goods. For more information, call (406) 726-5005 or visit www.hanginartgallery.com.

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Parade of Lights travels Main Street

12/20/2013

RONAN — The Parade of Lights on Main Street will take place on Friday, Dec. 20, at 6 p.m. There will be expanded drawings for Holiday Treasurers held on the back of a truck, which will stop on Main Street at the end of the parade. The list of prizes and baskets is amazing and you must be present to win. Santa, brimming over with Christmas spirit, will then lead everyone to Bockman Park for hot chocolate.

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Sunday, December 22

Gallery hosts community Christmas entertainment, show

12/22/2013

ARLEE — Come celebrate the Christmas season on Sunday, Dec. 22, at Hangin’ Art Gallery on Highway 93 in Arlee. At 4 p.m. Tsering Lodoe will sing Tibetan songs of peace and freedom including selections from his own compositions, Tibetan Opera and Tibetan Mask Dance. Then, at 5 p.m. Arlee at the Opry hosts Jeff Daniel and Mike Ward will lead community children and adults in a special Christmas show. Come join in the fun and celebrate with us.

For additional information, call (406) 726-5005 or visit: www.hanginartgallery.com.

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Monday, December 23

AARP Driving Education classes held in Polson

12/23/2013

POLSON — On Monday, Dec. 23, an AARP Drivers Safety Class will be held at the Lakeview Village Apartments in Polson from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Call (406) 644-3446, to make a reservation. A maximum of eight students are allowed.

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Tuesday, December 24

‘Christmas Story’ to be told

12/24/2013

POLSON — Polson’s Community Church, 1814 First Street E, will present the “Christmas Story,” through the use of narrated pictures, on Christmas Eve. The evening will conclude with a candlelight service. All are welcome to attend Dec. 24 at 5 p.m.

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All invited to Christmas Eve candlelight service

12/24/2013

POLSON – The public is invited to attend a Christmas Eve Candle light service 6 p.m. at the Polson Foursquare Church. All are welcome as we celebrate the birth of Christ with carols, Communion, and a Christmas message. Please call (406) 883-9347 for more information or visit: www.polsonfoursquare.org

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All invited to Christmas Eve worship

12/24/2013

ARLEE — A Community Christmas Eve worship will take place on Dec. 24, at Jocko Valley Lutheran Church in Arlee from 6-7 p.m. There will be candles, carols and communion. All are welcome.

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Candlelight service on tap Christmas Eve

12/24/2013

ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Christian Missionary Alliance Church, 529 Third Ave. N (under the light blue water tower, three blocks north of the school), is having a candlelight Christmas Eve service on Tuesday, Dec. 24, at 6 p.m. Refreshments will follow the service. If you have questions, please contact Pastor Jason Jury at (406) 360-0563. Come and celebrate Jesus’ birthday.

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Community invited to children’s program

12/24/2013

RONAN — The community is invited to a Christmas Eve children’s program and candlelight service at St. Paul Lutheran Church. The service will be held at 7 p.m. Go to ronanchurch.org for more information or call (406) 676-8280.

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Community welcome at Christmas services

12/24/2013 - 12/25/2013

POLSON — St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 110 Sixth Ave. E. welcomes all to their Christmas Services: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, Tuesday, Dec. 24 at 5 p.m. and Christmas Day Worship, Dec. 25 at 10 a.m.

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Consider your response to Christmas

12/24/2013

RONAN — Lighthouse Christian Fellowship, 207 Eisenhower St., will hold a candlelight service at 6 p.m. on Dec. 24. The service will include special songs and the theme will be: “Christmas: What is your response?” For more information, call (406) 676-3361.

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Lutheran Church invites community to traditional candlelight worship

12/24/2013

POLSON — You are invited to Faith Lutheran Church on Christmas Eve for our traditional candlelight worship services with Holy Communion. Services are at 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Faith Lutheran Church is located at 406 - 5th Avenue SW. Everyone is welcome and invited.

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Wednesday, December 25

Celebrate birth of Christ

12/25/2013

RONAN — Join us as we celebrate the birth of Christ with a 10 a.m. worship service on Christmas morning at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 35681 Terrace Lake Road. Go to ronanchurch.org, for more information, or call the church at (406) 676-8280.

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Friday, December 27

Ronan cancels dance, Polson site of New Year’s eve dance

12/27/2013 - 12/31/2013

RONAN/POLSON — The monthly dance at Ronan’s VFW will not be held on Dec. 27. The Little Big Band will play, along with Ken’s Country Combo, at the Elks in Polson on New Year’s eve from 7 p.m.-12:30 a.m. There will be refreshments and great music. Come celebrate with us. Call James Pettit at (406) 676-8224, for more information.

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Sunday, December 29

Toy Trains run at free event

12/29/2013

ST. IGNATIUS — The annual Running of the Toy Trains will be held in the Railroad Museum at Four Winds Trading Post, 36007 U.S. Highway 93, from noon-4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 29. There will be free admission for all.

Call Chief Engineer Preston Miller at (406) 745-4336, for more information.

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