Friday, February 13
Library invites you to foster books through Feb. 28
RONAN — The Ronan Library has handpicked some new, high-quality books for children and young adults. You can “foster” one or more of these books this month by purchasing them any time in February. Come in to the library or go to: http://r2888.myubam.com/Event/82764 to purchase books for the library, or for yourself.
Free dinner offered at Presbyterian Church
POLSON — The February Friendship Table Dinner is on Friday, Feb. 13, from 5-7 p.m. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from the Linderman School. Come join us. This dinner is free and open to all.
Fyant to sponsor community potluck
ARLEE —The Arlee Community Potluck will take place on Friday, Feb. 13, from noon-2 p.m. at the Arlee Community Center.
Shelly Fyant is sponsoring this event. Call (406) 546-5633, for more information.
Saturday, February 14
Arlee dances planned for Valentine’s Day
ARLEE — On Feb. 14 there will be a father/daughter dance, a special dance for fathers, uncles, grandfathers to bring a daughter, niece, granddaughter, etc. from 7-9 p.m. at the Arlee Brown Building. There will be a community dance from 9 p.m.-midnight. Admission for the night is $8 for adults, $5 for 12 and younger. Tim Krantz will perform music for the evening. Refreshments will be provided and a photographer will be on hand to capture the memories. For information, call (406) 726-3227.
Church to serve Valentine’s Day dinner
ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Christian Missionary Alliance Church is having a Valentine’s Day dinner on Feb. 14, at 6 p.m. at their church, (under the blue water tower). The menu for the evening includes French onion soup, stuffed pork chops, twice-baked potato, grilled veggies, dessert...and a fun project. The price is $12 per person. Have a relaxing Valentine’s Dinner date with your honey, a friend, a parent, or a loved one and let yourselves be pampered for the evening. An RSVP is requested by Feb. 5. Please register with Pastor Jason Jury at (406) 360-0563.
Sunday, February 15
Celebrate Lyon’s induction into MCHF
ARLEE — Come celebrate Charley Lyon’s induction into the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame. A reception will be held at the Biscuit Restaurant in Arlee on Sunday, Feb. 15, from 2-5 p.m. Come support our local cowboys.
Church screens movie on middle class
POLSON — The critically acclaimed film “Inequality for All” will be screened at Journey Be on Sunday, Feb. 15, at 10 a.m. The movie discusses the causes of the disappearance of the middle class. The 85-minute film is informative and entertaining and will be followed by discussion and refreshments. Everyone is invited. Journey Be is located at 101 Seventh Ave. E.
Monday, February 16
Dates scheduled for girls’ softball signups
RONAN — Ronan-Pablo Youth Softball Association will conduct girls’ softball signups at Ronan Middle School on Feb. 16, 18, 24 and 26, from 5-7 p.m. If you are interested in coaching or volunteering, or you have any questions, please contact Brad or Sandy Wirz at (406) 214-6911 or (406) 676-0831,
Tuesday, February 17
All invited to ‘Spiritual Practices’ course
RONAN – Pastor Seth Nelson will be leading a course entitled “Spiritual Practices in the Church and in the World” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17. The course will focus on spiritual disciplines that many find helpful in their faith journeys including disciplines like devotional Bible reading, recitation of the Jesus Prayer, how to make and use prayer beads, and more. All are welcome to join us in the basement of Faith Lutheran Church in Ronan as we explore different spiritual practices together.
Career Fair set at SKC
PABLO — The 2015 SKC Career Fair will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 17, from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Job seekers should attend to gain insight into what employment opportunities exist and to add to their professional network. Employers should attend because it is an effective and inexpensive way to meet, network with, and interview prospective employees. A workshop will also be held on the same day titled, “Social Media - The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly.” Join us in the Johnny Arlee Victor Charlo Theatre for an exciting presentation related to social media in the workplace. A free lunch is provided to career fair participants. If you are looking for a ride to the event, CS&KT Transit will provide free transportation. Please call them at (406) 275-2792 by Friday, February 13, to schedule a time.
Legion Auxiliary to meet
RONAN — The American Legion Auxiliary Unit #138 is meeting on Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 63869 Highway 93 (next to Stageline Pizza). New members are welcome. For more information, call Lorie Noble at (406) 210-0381.
Library offers free internet classes
POLSON — Free technology classes are being offered at North Lake County Public Library in Polson during the month of February. Space is limited, so please call the library at (406) 883-8225 to register.
On Tuesday, Feb. 17, Introduction to the Internet will be taught from 11 a.m.-noon and from 2-3 p.m. This is a session for those with little or no experience using the Web.
The class will teach terminology, how to navigate the Web effectively, internet safety, and other beginning skills.
PAT celebrates Valentine’s Day
RONAN — The Lake County Health Department is sponsoring a Parents as Teachers Group Connection in Ronan at the MSU Lake County Extension office, 300 Third Street NW, on Tuesday, Feb. 17, from 10-11:30 a.m.
We will craft a “mail a hug” activity to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend. See our Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/lakecountypat or call the Lake County Health Department at (406) 883-7288.
Wednesday, February 18
Dates scheduled for girls’ softball signups
RONAN — Ronan-Pablo Youth Softball Association will conduct girls’ softball signups at Ronan Middle School on Feb. 18, 24 and 26, from 5-7 p.m. If you are interested in coaching or volunteering, or you have any questions, please contact Brad or Sandy Wirz at (406) 214-6911 or (406) 676-0831.
Hear about mental health issues
POLSON — The guest speaker for the Lake County Democrats meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 18, will be Megan Bailey, from Sunburst Mental Health Services. Megan will discuss the services available in Lake County, the challenges and successes of program efforts and the current legislative issues. The meeting will be held at the North Lake Public Library in Polson. A social hour begins at 6:30 p.m. with the program starting at 7 p.m. The public is invited.
Hunter education classes to begin
RONAN — Hunter Education Classes will be held at Westland Seed in Ronan from 4-6 p.m. on Feb. 18, 19, 20, and 23. The field course is held Saturday, Feb. 21. An additional class will be held for the area in March.
All hunter education classes are free of charge. By state law, anyone born after Jan. 1, 1985, must have completed the Hunter Education Course to buy a hunting license in Montana. To attend class and become certified, students must be at least 11 years old.
All students must register online at fwp.mt.gov, click “education,” for courses. When registering, students will note specific information and guidelines for the course included in the online posting.
Contact Instructor Shawn Morgan at (406) 309-4545, for more information.
Thursday, February 19
Finances topic of meeting
RONAN — The Mission Valley Sub-network of businesswomen in Western Montana will meet on Thursday, Feb. 19, from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Lake County Community Development Building, 407 W Main Street. The speaker will be Dixie Hall, CFP, FIC, Financial Consultant fromThrivent Financial. Her topic of discussion will be “What Do We Need to Build a Strong Financial Life?” The lunch sponsor will be Whitney Cantlon, Lake County Job Service.
SPLASH at new health facility
POLSON — Every month the Polson Chamber invites its members and members of the public to join them during the monthly Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour (SPLASH). SPLASH on Thursday, Feb. 19, will be hosted by Polson Health at 106 Ridgewater Drive, from 5-7 p.m.
The February event will include a ribbon cutting for this new facility, a department of Kalispell Regional Medical Center. Polson Health provides primary care and chiropractic care along with a wide range of visiting specialists.
The monthly SPLASH offers participants the chance to network and learn more about the featured business(es) every month. For additional information about this and other Chamber programs, visit www.polsonchamber.com or call (406) 883-5969.
Friday, February 20
PAT plans celebration
POLSON — Make plans to attend the Parents as Teachers Group Connections at the Lake County Health Department in Polson on Friday, Feb. 20, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. We will have a “mail a hug” activity to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend. See our Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/lakecountypat or call the Lake County Health Department at (406) 883-7288.
Saturday, February 21
Celebrate with Cajun Mardi Gras party
POLSON — Anderson Broadcasting, KwaTaqNuk and Safe Harbor are teaming up for Mardi Gras 2015 on Feb. 21. This will be an authentic Cajun costume party complete with a jambalaya dinner, great raffle prizes, and live music by Red Hot Blue Chips to spice up your Zydeco evening. All proceeds benefit Safe Harbor. For more information, contact Anderson Broadcasting at: andersonbroadcasting.com or (406) 883-5255.
Fun activities planned for Carnival
POLSON — Winter Carnival, the family-fun event at Polson High School, is Saturday, Feb. 21, from 8-10 p.m. This year’s theme is “Back to the 90s.” Join the fun at the high school gym for carnival games, bingo, cakewalk, and other fun activities and food. You can show your support for Polson High School classes and organizations. Purchase tickets for 50 cents each at the door and use them to play games and purchase food. You can win prizes or take home a cake. For more information call Shelley Quinn at (406) 261-4298.
Hospice training offered
POLSON — Polson’s Partners in Home Care/Hospice is offering a training session for volunteers. As a volunteer you can become part of a community of health care professionals dedicated in offering compassionate end of life care to our patients in the Mission Valley. Volunteers are an integral component in offering respite care to patients and their families. Training begins Feb. 21. For information, please call (406) 883-8412 or (406) 544 7545.
Hospital teaches CPR classes
POLSON — In honor of Heart Health Month in February, Providence St. Joseph Medical Center will conduct free adult CPR classes every Saturday from 9-11 a.m. and again from 1-3 p.m. For more information or to sign up, contact Cindy Hagen at (406) 883-7488.
Join in fundraising for Journey Be
POLSON — The fifth annual Winter Fest is on Saturday, Feb. 21, at the Polson Elks Club Ballroom at 5 p.m. Admission is $10, which includes Montana Backyard Barbeque. Children under 12 years old are free.
The band Blue Smoke will follow a live auction. There will also be a silent auction, a 50/50 drawing and a basket raffle. Donation auction items are appreciated. This is a fundraiser for Journey Be, a nonprofit organization addressing hunger and homelessness. If you have questions, call between 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Thursday at (406) 883-5160 or (406) 871-1109.
Veterans’ needs shared at meeting
ST. IGNATIUS — The Kuilix chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 21, at the United Methodist Church, Highway 93. The program will be “Veterans of America,” which will honor veteran speakers who will share “how, what and where” we can assist them regardless of the time of their service to the United States. A light luncheon will be served at noon. An RSVP is requested to Bonnie Huber at (406) 745-3118. Prospective members are welcome.
Sunday, February 22
Church offers recovery program
POLSON – Polson Foursquare is hosting “Celebrate Recovery 12 Step Program,” a Christ-centered recovery program, on Sunday nights, starting Feb. 22, from 5-8 p.m. This program is based on the Bible for anyone struggling with any hurt, habit, or hang-up.
All are welcome for the 5 p.m. dinner and worship, teaching, testimonies, and small groups for male and female issues from 6-8 p.m. The evening ends with coffee/dessert at 8 p.m. Childcare is available upon request. Call (406) 883-9347, or visit web site for more information: www.polsonfoursquare.org.
Monday, February 23
Library offers free Microsoft Word class
POLSON — Free technology classes are being offered at North Lake County Public Library in Polson during the month of February. Space is limited, so please call the library at (406) 883-8225 to register.On Monday, Feb. 23, Introduction to Microsoft Word will be taught from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Students in this class will learn how to create new documents, save documents, share via email, and adjust fonts and font colors. The session is intended for those with little to no experience using Word.
RHS Talent Show rescheduled
RONAN — Ronan High School Talent Show has been postponed until Feb. 23. Tickets are still available at the Community Bank, Valley Band and the Flower Mill. If you already purchased a ticket it is still good for Feb. 23. Proceeds go towards Honor Choir and Jazz Band Tour.
Tuesday, February 24
Celebrate, attend open house
RONAN — On Feb. 24 a special “Foster-a-Book Open House” will be held from 5-7 p.m. at the Ronan Library. This event, sponsored by the Friends of the Ronan Library, will serve refreshments and the books waiting to be fostered will be on display. There will also be other great books from Usborne Books available for purchase for personal use.
Dates scheduled for girls’ softball signups
RONAN — Ronan-Pablo Youth Softball Association will conduct girls’ softball signups at Ronan Middle School on Feb. 24 and 26, from 5-7 p.m. If you are interested in coaching or volunteering, or you have any questions, please contact Brad or Sandy Wirz at (406) 214-6911 or (406) 676-0831,
Wednesday, February 25
‘Shokoto’ to perform
RONAN — Big Productions will present “Shokoto” on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m. at Ronan Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $12 in advance or $14 at the door. Children age 18 and younger are admitted free. A paying adult must accompany children under 12 years old. This show replaces the previously scheduled “CanadAfrica” show. For more information, call (406) 676-2427.
All welcome to Suicide Prevention workshop
POLSON — Partners in Suicide Prevention, part of CSKT TSSD Circle of Trust, will welcome trainer Gary Neumann on Wednesday, Feb. 25. Gary will present “Developing a Community Response Plan,” a free presentation from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on the third floor of the THHS building. Lunch will be provided.
Aviators to gather at library
POLSON — Chapter 1122 of the EAA will meet on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m. at the Polson Library. All aviation enthusiasts are welcome to join us. Our program this month is on “Flying to Air Adventure - The Oshkosh Air Show.”
Dance on the 25th
POLSON — Heart to Heart will play at the Wednesday night dance at the Elks from 7-10 p.m. They play rock and roll and many old favorites. Come and join the fun and don’t forget to bring a treat to share.
Dates set for Polson softball signups
POLSON — The Youth Softball Association will conduct girls’ softball signups in the Polson High School lobby on Feb. 25 and March 3 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Fish, Wildlife board to meet
KALISPELL — The Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board will meet on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 10 a.m. at Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Headquarters, 490 N. Meridian Rd. On the agenda are enforcement reports from the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, the State of Montana, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Public comment begins at 12:15 p.m. Board Chairman Michael Jamison invites all interested persons to attend.
Library offers free Facebook class
POLSON — Free technology classes are being offered at North Lake County Public Library in Polson during the month of February. Space is limited, so please call the library at (406) 883-8225 to register.
On Wednesday, Feb. 25, Facebook Basics will be taught from 3-4 p.m. Facebook Basics is an introductory class in which students will learn about creating a Facebook account, setting up privacy settings, messaging, finding your friends, navigating and posting to your timeline, and uploading pictures.
Thursday, February 26
Final date scheduled for girls’ softball signups
RONAN — Ronan-Pablo Youth Softball Association will conduct girls’ softball signups at Ronan Middle School on Feb. 26, from 5-7 p.m. If you are interested in coaching or volunteering, or you have any questions, please contact Brad or Sandy Wirz at (406) 214-6911 or (406) 676-0831,
Free dinner planned in Polson
POLSON — A free community dinner will be served on Thursday, Feb. 26, at 6 p.m. at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. Menu for the evening includes casseroles, salads, and desserts. All are welcome.