Saturday, February 11
‘Winter Book Chat’ starts Jan. 26 through Feb. 16
RONAN — A “Winter Book Chat,” sponsored by Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana, will begin at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26, at the Ronan Public Library, 203 Main Street. Dave Kaufmann, former Charlo history teacher, will host the chat about the book “Tough Trip Through Paradise,” by Andrew Garcia, a packer and mountain man. On consecutive Thursdays: Feb. 2, 9, and 16, additional chats will take place. Call 406-676-2837 if you need to purchase a book.
Saturday, February 11
Caregiver class taught through Feb. 28
POLSON — Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes are scheduled for six Tuesdays, Jan. 24-Feb. 28. Time for the class is 10-11:30 a.m. The classes are sponsored by the Area VI Agency on Aging to help caregivers thrive in this most difficult life role. Please call Jane or Holly at 1-800- 266-4188 for more information or to sign up. Class size is limited.
Saturday, February 11
Free tax assistance offered
ST. IGNATIUS — The AARP Tax-Aide Program provides free help in preparing and electronically filing federal and state income tax returns for low to moderate- income taxpayers. This service is free to taxpayers of any age. Help will be available at the St. Ignatius Senior Center the first and third Tuesday of February by appointment only. Call 406-745-4462.
'Quilt Walk Around Polson' quilt show Feb. 11 through 25
POLSON — The 16th Annual All In Stitches Quilt Walk Around Polson quilt show starts today. Everyone is invited to vote for their favorite quilts displayed in businesses on Main Street from Feb. 11-22. You can pick up your ballots at All In Stitches. Ribbons will be hung on the winning quilts on Feb. 23 and quilts will be on display through Feb. 25.
Certified instructor to teach paper piecing class
RONAN — On Feb. 11, there will be a paper piecing class with certified instructor, Judy Neimeyer, who has a lot of knowledge to share. For more information call 406- 544-2084. Bring your scissors and knives to be professionally sharpened. Bring a light potluck dish to the class. Hope to see you there.
JIMnI to play
HOT SPRINGS — JIMnI plays acoustic, folk rock music at Symes Hotel on Saturday, Feb. 11, from 8-10 p.m.
Learn Christian beliefs about dreams
RONAN — Please plan to attend a workshop on Christian beliefs about the importance of dreams on Feb. 11 at 11 a.m. at the Assembly of God Church. Everyone is welcome. Call 406-644-2760 with questions.
Support mental health services at benefit
POLSON — Sunburst Mental Health Services is putting on a benefit at the Polson Elks Club on Saturday, Feb. 11, with musicians Jack Gladstone, Troy La-Roche, the Hot Flash Blues Band and Buffalo and Rose performing. A silent auction starts at 5 p.m. with a Tribal blessing and music to follow until midnight. Tickets are $20-$35 per couple in advance and $25-$40 per couple at the door. Tickets may be purchased at any Sunburst outlet and at Mission Mt. Natural Foods. Any and all donations are accepted. Call 406-883-4060 for more information.
Valentine Party set at Leon Hall
CHARLO — Ninepipe Arts Group is holding its annual Valentine Party at Leon Hall at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11. Leon Hall is on Leon Road off Highway 93, south of Ronan. Enjoy a silent auction of unique arts and crafts, lovely desserts and gift baskets. KC and the Valley Cats are again providing the swing era music. Please join us for the “Art of Transformation.” Tickets are still only $10. For more information, please call 406-644-2311.
WinterFest fundraiser supports ice arena
POLSON — The Mission Valley Ice Arena Association invites the community to celebrate winter at their first WinterFest in Polson from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, at Riverside Park. The event includes free broomball lessons and short games. The broomball game, similar to hockey, does not require a special ice surface or skates. Special edition MVIAA jerseys, 50/50 tickets and rifle raffle tickets will be available for purchase to help the group meet their $25,000 matching funds challenge to build the proposed ice rink. Park on the street above the park, or in the First Citizen’s Bank lot, and use caution walking down the hill or stairs.