Thursday, March 23
Grief support for adults offered through May 31
RONAN — Adults grieving the death of a family member or loved one are invited to join a twelve-week grief support program at St. Luke Community Hospital, 107 Sixth Ave., every Wednesday from March 15-May 31, from 4-5:30 p.m. For more information call 406-528-5212 or 406-204- 1207.
All-star game on tap at SKC
PABLO — The 22nd Annual Mission Mountain All-Star Game for 2017 will be played on Thursday, March 23, at SKC. The game times are: girls play at 6:30 p.m. and boys play at approximately at 8 p.m. Admission prices are $5 for a single ticket and $20 for a family.
Enjoy fun Robin Hood tale by RHS
RONAN — “The Tale of Robin Hood, as told by Ronan High School” will be performed at the Ronan Performing Arts Center on March 23 and 24, at 7 p.m. Theatre Director, Jessica Davis, wrote this play especially for her students. It is filled with plots for revenge, a hero with an ego, a manipulating villain, a clueless prince and some jokes about today’s social media. If you liked last year’s “The Princess Bride,” you will surely enjoy this lighthearted story of Robin Hood and his “band of merry individuals.” Tickets will be sold at the door for $5.
Fellowship Baptist serves free dinner
POLSON — A free community dinner will be served at Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E, on Thursday, March 23, at 6 p.m. The menu is Italian and everyone is welcome.
Read about how dinosaurs choose pets
POLSON — North Lake County Public Library presents Story Time on Thursdays for 3-5 year olds at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The one-hour program includes reading, rhymes, and crafts. This week’s story theme is “How do Dinosaurs Choose Their Pets?”
Watch ‘Night at The Museum’ at MOAM
POLSON — On March 23 all are invited to watch “Night At The Museum” starring Ben Stiller and Robin Williams at 6:30 p.m. at the Miracle of America Museum’s Fourth Thursday event. Treats are always welcome.
Friday, March 24
Relay for Life sets activities schedule
PABLO — Please join us for another celebration of Relay For Life. This year’s theme is Carnival for a Cure. The Relay is on March 24 at the Joe McDonald Health and Fitness Center. The schedule includes the Survivor Dinner at 5:30 p.m.; Carnival Games from 7-9:30 p.m.; and a Luminary Ceremony at 10 p.m. For additional information call Bree at 406-201- 7566. We hope to see you there.
Saturday, March 25
Learn Christian beliefs about dreams
RONAN — Please plan to attend a workshop on Christian beliefs about the importance of dreams on March 25 at 11 a.m. at the Assembly of God Church. Everyone is welcome. Call 406-644-2760 with questions.
Outdoor event set to help fund sports complex
CHARLO — Dress like a Viking or wear purple during the Ultimate Viking Challenge March 25 at the site of the future Charlo Community Outdoor Complex. Runners can choose a 1-mile run, a 5K obstacle course or a 10K run. The event begins at 11 a.m. Proceeds will help fund a safe, lifelong recreational complex for all ages. Entry is $25 per person with T-shirt or $15 without. T-shirts are guaranteed if participants pay in full by March 5, 2017. Make checks payable to CCOC, PO Box 155, Charlo, Montana 59824. For more information, call 406-260-8072 or email: cbcc73@gmail.com.
Sunday, March 26
American Legion hosts Bingo
ARLEE — American Legion Post 113 will host Bingo on March 26 from 3-7 p.m. at the Senior Housing Center on Lumpry Road next to the Tribal Community Center in Arlee. All proceeds will go to Girls and Boys State, highway memorial crosses and other services for local veterans. All are welcome. Dinner is available. For more information, call 406-531-9176.
Share thoughts at nonpartisan potluck
POLSON — The community is invited to join a non-partisan, local grassroots group for Potluck for Democracy from 4-6 p.m. Sunday, March 26, at the Indian Senior Center, 701 First St. E. in Polson. The event is an opportunity to make friends while building community and positive citizenship through sharing food and dialogue about things that matter in the community, state and nation. Please bring a dish to share. The gathering is sponsored by Montana Towns under 10,000 and Flathead Reservation Human Rights Coalition.
Woman’s Club hosts Spring Fling Brunch
RONAN — Round Butte Woman’s Club will host their annual Spring Fling Brunch on Sunday, March 26, from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. The ladies will also serve sourdough pancakes, biscuits and sausage gravy, scrambled eggs and fresh fruit. The Clubhouse is located eight miles west of Ronan on Round Butte Road. Call 406-676-3054 for more information.
Tuesday, March 28
AARP Driver Safety Course taught
ARLEE — AARP’s Driver Safety Course will be taught on Tuesday, March 28, in Arlee at the Arlee Senior Center from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 406-283-3213 for a reservation.
Enjoy coffee with the Chief
RONAN — Please join Chief Weaver for “Coffee with the Chief ” Tuesday, March 28, at The Ronan Cafe, 113 Main Street SW from 9-10 a.m. “Coffee with the Chief ” will be a reoccurring event that will take place every month at various locations in the City of Ronan from 9-10 a.m.
Give at Red Cross Blood Drive
POLSON — Donate blood to the Red Cross on March 28 from noon-5 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 409 Fourth Ave. E. Make an appointment to give blood by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
All eligible blood donors are encouraged to give blood and help save lives in March, Red Cross Month. Donating is easier than ever with the free Blood Donor App and RapidPass where donors can schedule and manage donation appointments, access their donor card, track the impact of their donations and earn rewards. Donors can also save up to 15 minutes at the blood drive by using RapidPass to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questions online at redcrossblood.org/ RapidPass before coming to their appointments.
Tribe to discuss invasive species
POLSON — The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Natural Resources Department will hold public education meetings about protecting the watershed from Aquatic Invasive Species, such as quagga and zebra mussels, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort in the Alexander room on Tuesday, March 28, from 6-8 p.m.
Wednesday, March 29
Democrats to meet, discuss campaign strategy
POLSON — Polson Democrats are meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, at Soups On in Polson. At the same date and time, Ronan Democrats are meeting at the North Crow Clubhouse south of Pablo. The evening programs will focus on discussing the status of the democratic campaign for U.S. Congress and how local volunteers can work to elect Democratic candidate Rob Quist in the upcoming May 25 special election. Light refreshments will be served. Democrats interested in volunteering for the campaign are welcome to attend.
Home-cooked meal served at Community Dinner
ST. IGNATIUS — A free St. Ignatius Community Dinner is planned for Wednesday, March 29, at St. Ignatius Community Center. Food will be served from 5:30–7:30 p.m. All are invited to come share in a warm, home-cooked meal. Bring yourself, friends, family. Friends and family of the St. Ignatius Christian Missionary Alliance Church host this event. For more information, call 406-360-0563 or 406-273- 8203.
Learn the Art of Zen Meditation
POLSON — Special monthly Zen Meditation Classes are being offered at the YogaHeart Studio, 314 Main Street, on Wednesday, March 29 and May 3 at 7 p.m. Zen Priest Jerry Smyers will present the classes. There is no charge for the classes. Everyone is welcome. For more details call 406- 847-721-0665.
RHS show celebrates Indigenous studies
RONAN — The Ronan High School art students are hosting an Indigenous Studies Show on Wednesday, March 29, from 5-7 p.m. We will feature the works of several art students, live music and refreshments compliments of our culinary arts students. The gallery is located in the high school at the south end of the hall and there is parking near the gym entrance. Please join us to celebrate the accomplishments of our students.
Thursday, March 30
Free seminar offered
PABLO — On March 30, at Salish Kootenai College, in the Late Louis Caye Jr. Building, a free seminar entitled “Insights, Understanding and Prevention-Dynamics of Violence Training” will be held from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Topics covered include: dating violence, legal basics, impacts-violence and community, personality-assertive or passive, styles of communication, harassment vs. flirting, images and objectification. CEUs are available. Lunch is provided. Seating is limited so reserve a seat by emailing: dana@safeharbormt.org.
Learn about birds, wet habitats
POLSON — “Birds of the Wetlands, Marshes, Potholes, Creeks and Rivers of the Mission Valley” by Pat Jamieson will be Mission Mountain Audubon’s evening program on Thursday, March 30, at 7 p.m. in the Polson Library meeting room. Everyone is welcome.
Pre-K planned in Mission
ST. IGNATIUS — There’s something new happening at St. Ignatius Elementary. For the 2017 - 2018 school year we are having a transitional kindergarten for children who will be 4 years old before Sept. 10, 2017. Information collection day is on Thursday, March 30, from 4-6 p.m. Come meet the teacher and get more information about our program and bring: your child; birth certificate; immunization records; proof of residency; tribal enrollment information; and applicable custody information. For more information, drop by the school or call 406-745-3811 ext. 302.
Read about how dinosaurs stay safe
POLSON — North Lake County Library presents Story Time on Thursdays for 3-5 year olds at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The one-hour program includes reading, rhymes, and crafts. This week’s story theme is “How do Dinosaurs Stay Safe?”
Friday, March 31
Bring favorite dish to Big Arm potluck
BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association Potluck will be held at the historic Big Arm School on Friday, March 31, at 6 p.m. Please join us for a presentation by Frank Tyro to learn why Manitoba Canada is the Polar Bear Capital of the World. We will learn about permafrost, Hudson Bay, bears, foxes, seals and the many other animals that live in this area that are so dependent on snow and ice for their survival. It should be quite an educational evening. Bring your favorite dish to share with neighbors and friends. Call 406-849-5064 for more information.
Fifth Friday Dinner held
POLSON — Polson Community Church, 1814 First Street East, is where the beef is on March 31 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at The Fifth Friday Dinner.
Jesse B-Folk to entertain
HOT SPRINGS — Jesse B-Folk will entertain listeners at the Symes Hotel in Hot Springs from 8-10 p.m.
Learn safe driving in Mission
ST. IGNATIUS — AARP will have a Safe Driving Class on March 31 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Call 406-745-4462 to make your appointment.
Saturday, April 1
Lutherans announce Lenten services through April 12
POLSON — “The Springtime of the Soul” is the theme for Lenten worship. Ash Wednesday and Lenten soup suppers and worship services led by Pastor David Rommeriem will be held each Wednesday, March 1-April 12, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 409 Fourth Ave. E. Suppers are at 5:30 p.m., followed by the worship services at 6:30 p.m. For more information call 406-883-5864 or visit the website: www.gslcpolsonmt.com.
Pheasants Forever serves up annual banquet
RONAN — The Pheasants Forever 30th Annual Banquet is on Saturday, April 1, at the Ronan Community Center starting at 5 p.m. Dinner is served at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be sold at the door or at Ronan Sports and Western. For more information, call 406-644-8329.
Sandpiper Gallery begins new art show through April 7
POLSON — From Feb. 28 - April 7, the Sandpiper Gallery in Polson will exhibit work from artists Terry Droll (oil painter), Ray Miller (photography), Sheri Nagy (pallet knife oils), and Shane Hughes (woodwork), for their art show “Everything Happens for a Reason.”
Sunday, April 2
Begin season with Mariners’ Camp
POLSON — MV Mariners Baseball Camp for Coaches and Players is April 2, 2017, from 12:30-3 p.m. at the Polson O’Malley Park. There’s no charge for coaches. Players’ cost is $45 and includes: instruction, T-shirt, lunch and admission to the next Mariners Game. After the Camp there will be a MV Mariners Blue and Green Scrimmage. If you have questions, call 406-871-3420 or 406-212-2540.
Benefit concert to feature master violinist
CHARLO — A spring concert is a great way to celebrate the change of seasons. The St. Ignatius Mission Church will be filled with beautiful music at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 2. Master violinist Wai Mizutani is the featured musician and the Valley Voices Community Choir will add their voices during this joint benefit concert for the St. Ignatius Mission Church and the Ninepipes Music of Early Montana. Suggested donation price is $10 per person. Coffee and cookies will be offered in the church basement following the concert. Call 406-644-3435 for further details.
Monday, April 3
NAMI meets at library
POLSON — NAMI Mission Valley will meet at North Lake County Public Library in Polson on Monday, April 3, at 7 p.m. in the library’s meeting room. For more information, phone 406-883-1092.
Ninepipes Museum opens
CHARLO — Ninepipes Museum, 69316 Highway 93, opens for the 2017 season. For more information, go to: ninpipesmuseum@montana. com or call 406-644-3455.
Tuesday, April 4
Horsemen set meeting date
RONAN — Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen will hold their next monthly meeting on April 4, at 7:30 p.m. at the VFW on Round Butte Rd. Our program will be an informational program by Jim Simpson of Lake County Conservation. He will address the club on the Swan Lake Initiative. All are welcome to attend our meetings. Hope to see you there.
MVCA holds open house
POLSON — Mission Valley Christian Academy will have their open house on Tuesday, April 4, at 6:30 p.m. Come visit the teachers and classrooms, look at curriculum and listen to Mr. Bumgarner share the vision for next year. Dessert will be served. All are welcome. The school serves students in grades K-12th grade. Scholarships are available. MVCA is located two miles east on Hwy 35, 38907 Hwy 35. For more information, call 406-883-6858 or go to: missionvalleychristianacademy.net.
Wednesday, April 5
Agency on Aging holds ‘Snack and Facts’ meeting
POLSON — The Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging office invites “well-aged” citizens and those who care for them to attend “Snacks and Facts” from 3-5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 5, at the North Lake County Library meeting room. The meeting includes good eats and some even better information about the many ways Area VI Agency on Aging serves our older population by providing information about and access to services available, nutritional support, Medicare help, financial assistance, and volunteer opportunities.
Thursday, April 6
Read ‘On Bird Hill’
POLSON — North Lake County Library presents Story Time on Thursdays for 3-5 year olds at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The one-hour program includes reading, rhymes, and crafts. This week’s story theme is “On Bird Hill.”
Saturday, April 8
Annual Hawaiian Luau on tap
POLSON — The annual Hawaiian Luau dinner will be at the First United Methodist Church, 301 Sixteenth Ave. E on Saturday, April 8. Doors open at 5 p.m. and dinner is served from 5-6:30 p.m. The pork loin and chicken dinner is $15 per person, $25 per couple and children ten and under are $6 each. Entertainment and a homemade pie auction will follow dinner. Tickets can be purchased from a member of the First United Methodist Church, at the door or call 406-883-0099. Proceeds are used for local and church-wide Mission Outreach. Come join us for a night of fun and fellowship.
Dixon holds ‘Fun Run’ to rebuild BB, tennis court
DIXON — On April 8, the third annual Bison Stampede will take place in Dixon. Proceeds from the 10K, 5K, 1 mile Fun Run and Pancake Breakfast will go to rebuilding the Dixon basketball/ tennis court. For more information or to register, go to the school website at: www.dixonschool.org or call 406-246-3566.
Sunday, April 9
Palm Sunday services held
ST. IGNATIUS/ARLEE/ JOCKO — A Palm Sunday service (of the Lord’s Passion) will be held on Sunday, April 9, at 9:15 a.m. at St. Ignatius Mission, at 11:15 a.m. at Sacred Heart Mission in Arlee, and at 5 p.m. at St. John Berchman-Jocko Mission.
Potluck on tap in Valley View
VALLEY VIEW — Valley View potluck at the Valley View Clubhouse, 40762 Valley View Road, takes place on Sunday, April 9. Social time is at 5:30 p.m. and dinner is at 6 p.m. Bring a potluck dish to share and enjoy good food and good company. We hope to see you.
Youth banquet, speaker planned at MVUMC
ST.IGNATIUS — A youth banquet will be held at Mission Valley United Methodist Church (top of Post Creek Hill) on Sunday, April 9, at 5 p.m. Guest speaker, Meggie Morgan, will speak about “Risky Business and Good Choices.” Youth of all ages and their parents are welcome. Call 406-676-8571 for more information.
Tuesday, April 11
Enjoy coffee with the Chief at new coffee shop
RONAN — Please join Chief Weaver for “Coffee with the Chief” Tuesday, April 11, at Revive Café from 9-10 a.m. “Coffee with the Chief” will be a reoccurring event that will take place every month at various locations in the City of Ronan from 9-10 a.m.
Ronan holds Kindergarten Round Up
RONAN — Ronan Middle School is the site for kindergarten pre-registration. Screenings for hearing, vision, speech and basic school readiness and motor skills will take place from 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11. Bring your child’s birth certificate, Certificate of Indian Blood (if applicable), and immunization records. Immunizations will be available. Your child must be 5 years old by Sept. 10, 2017. For more information call 406-676-3390 ext. 7450.
Save the date for kindergarten roundup
RONAN — The Ronan and Pablo School District No. 30 Kindergarten Round Up pre-registration will be held at the Ronan Middle School on Tuesday, April 11, from 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. This registration will be for the upcoming 2017/2018 school year. Please watch the paper for more information.
Semi-annual irrigation meeting held
PABLO — The semi-annual irrigation meeting is on Tuesday, April 11, at 6 p.m. at the Sherri McDonald Hospitality Room (formally the Camas Room) located at the Salish Kootenai College, Joe McDonald Fitness Center. For more information, call 406-745-2661.
Wednesday, April 12
Heritage group invites all interested
RONAN — The Mission Valley Heritage group will hold its annual meeting on April 12 at 2 p.m. at the Ronan Senior Center. Anyone interested is welcome to attend.
Kindergarten Roundup planned in Arlee
ARLEE — A Kindergarten Roundup will take place on Wednesday, April 12, in the Arlee K-2 Building from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Children must be 5 years old by Sept. 10, 2017, to register for the 2017/2018 kindergarten year. Bring immunization records and birth certificate. Call 406- 726-3216 ext. 2200 to make an appointment.
Polson Rural Fire Board to meet
POLSON — The Polson Rural Fire Board meeting will be held Wednesday, April 12, at 7 p.m. at the Big Arm Station.
VFW Auxiliary to meet
RONAN — VFW Auxiliary 5652 of Ronan will meet on April 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the VFW Hall in Ronan. For more information, call 406-676-3380.
Thursday, April 13
Gianforte to visit Polson
POLSON — Greg Gianforte, Republican candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives, will be in Polson, Thursday, April 13, at noon at the Red Lion Hotel for a “meet and greet” with voters. Anyone who would like to hear his positions on key issues, ask questions, or simply show his/her support is cordially invited. Lake County Republican Women will be providing a bowl of chili and a brownie for lunch. This is an opportunity for a one-on-one conversation and to welcome candidate Gianforte to our community.
Join Masumola Club’s Spring Fling
POLSON — Join friends and neighbors for a potluck gathering at the Club House on Masumola Road beginning with a 5:45 p.m. social hour. BYO beverage and a dish to share: (and your plate and silverware--don’t forget those, and a friend or two if they don’t have anything going). Suggested food distribution: A-H hot dish; I-O dessert; P-Z salad or vegetable. President Ron will most likely lead one of our notably brief, relaxed and delightful meetings following the meal.
Maundy Thursday service scheduled
POLSON — Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, (across from Linderman School), will hold a Maundy Thursday service on April 13 to commemorate the Last Supper. This service will include a study session, hymns and Holy Communion. The service begins at 7 p.m. For more information, call 406- 883-5864 or email: gslcpolsonmt@ gmail.com.
Read ‘The Day Tiger Rose Said Goodbye’
POLSON — North Lake County Library presents Story Time on Thursdays for 3-5 year olds at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The one-hour program includes reading, rhymes, and crafts. This week’s story theme is “The Day Tiger Rose Said Goodbye.”
Services held celebrating the Lord’s Supper
ST. IGNATIUS/ARLEE — Holy Thursday services (the Lord’s Supper) will be held on Thursday, April 13, at 6 p.m. at Sacred Heart Mission in Arlee, and at 7:30 p.m. at St. Ignatius Mission.
Friday, April 14
Free dinner served at Polson Presbyterian Church
POLSON — The April Friendship Table Dinner is on April 14 from 5-6:30 p.m. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from the Linderman School. Come join us. This dinner is free and open to all.
Good Friday services held
ST. IGNATIUS/ARLEE — Good Friday services (the Lord’s Passion) will be held on Friday, April 14, at 1 p.m. at Sacred Heart Mission in Arlee, and at 7:00 p.m. at St. Ignatius Mission.
Prayer time, service planned on Good Friday
POLSON — Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, (across from Linderman School), will hold a Good Friday service on April 14 beginning at 7 p.m. The sanctuary will be open for personal prayer from 3-7 p.m. There will be meditative piano playing from 6-7 p.m. We gather in silence as we reflect on the Passion of Jesus. The service begins at 7 p.m. For more information, call 406-883-5864 or email: gslcpolsonmt@gmail.com.
Reception for Sandpiper Gallery exhibit held
POLSON — The Sandpiper Gallery will hold a reception for exhibitors in the “The Joy of Friendship” exhibit on Friday, April 14 from 5-7 p.m.
Saturday, April 15
Holy Saturday celebrated
ST. IGNATIUS — Holy Saturday Easter Vigil will be held on Saturday, April 15, at 9 p.m. at St. Ignatius Mission.
Kildeer Artisans’ Guild presents new selection
ARLEE — Kildeer Artisans’ Guild will present new selections of works from established and emerging area artists, with opening reception Saturday, April 15, from noon-2 p.m., at Hangin’ Art Gallery and Café. Come to Arlee for the Buttercup Run – and stay to discover a fascinating variety of art that is rooted in place and local culture. Mary Kelley and Gail Trenfield will be the featured artists, presenting Light and Sky: A Celebration of Montana Landscape.
Mission Chamber sets up Easter egg hunt
ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring its annual Easter Egg hunt on April 15 at the St. Ignatius School football field at 10 a.m. The Easter Bunny will be there to greet all the kids and get their pictures taken with him if they like. There will be prizes for the different age groups. The individual hunt ages are: newborn to three; four to six; seven to nine; and ten to twelve. Come and enjoy the day.
New location for Polson Easter egg hunt
POLSON — The annual Easter Egg Hunt hosted by Polson Beta Sigma Phi is Saturday, April 15, with a fire truck siren start at 9 a.m. We have a new location this year; it is at the Polson fairgrounds (across the bridge). Kids from zero-fourth grade can come collect eggs, check out the fire truck, and meet the Easter Bunny. The finder of the golden egg in each age group will win a special Easter basket. For more information, call 406-249-3892.
Participate in MME’s egg hunt
RONAN — Mission Mountain Enterprises’ 22nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt will take place on Saturday, April 15, at 11 a.m. at the Ronan City Park (Bockman). There will be clearly marked areas for different age groups. Volunteers are needed and contributions are appreciated. Call MME at 406-676-2727 for more information.
Personal prayer time, service planned on Good Friday
POLSON — Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, (across from Linderman School), will hold a Good Friday service on April 15 beginning at 7 p.m. The sanctuary will be open for personal prayer from 3-7 p.m. There will be meditative piano playing from 6-7 p.m. We gather in silence as we reflect on the Passion of Jesus. The service begins at 7 p.m. For more information, call 406-883-5864 or email: gslcpolsonmt@gmail.com.
Search for Easter eggs in Dayton
DAYTON — On Saturday, April 15, Dayton’s Easter egg event starts at 11 a.m. at Dayton Park on C Street. Egg hunts, games, drawings, “pass the orange,” and “money in the straw” will take place for 2-3 hours depending on the weather and the number of children. There will also be a bonnet contest. The Easter Bunny will hand out plastic eggs.
St. Ignatius cleans up
ST. IGNATIUS — On April 15, at 9 a.m. you are invited to meet at city hall to participate in St, Ignatius clean up. The dumpster at city hall is for public use but no tires, paint, batteries or appliances are allowed in the dumpster. Call 406-552-3870 with any questions or if you need help moving large items off your property. Please mark April 15 on your calendar and come help make our town a better place.
Sunday, April 16
Easter service, activities planned
POLSON — Good Shepherd Lutheran Church events for Easter Sunday begin bright and early April 16. The Confirmation and Youth Groups will serve a hearty breakfast at 8 a.m. There is no charge for the meal; however, donations will be gratefully accepted and directed to the ministry of Good Shepherd. The Easter Day service begins at 9 a.m. Holy Communion will be served. The youth will also sponsor an Easter egg hunt following the Easter Day service at approximately 10:15 a.m. for the young children. For more information, call 406-883-5864 or email: gslcpolsonmt@gmail.com.
Resurrection of the Lord celebrated
ST. IGNATIUS/ARLEE — Easter Sunday Mass will be celebrated at St. Ignatius Mission at 9:15 a.m. and at 11:15 a.m. at Sacred Heart Mission in Arlee. (No Mass at Jocko Mission.)
St. Ignatius Churches sponsor Easter service
ST. IGNATIUS — A St. Ignatius Easter Son-Rise Service will be held on Sunday, April 16, at 7 a.m. under the Good Ole’ Days covered pavilion. This service is sponsored by local St. Ignatius area Christian Churches.
Tuesday, April 18
Smart Driver Course taught in Polson
POLSON — A Northwest Montana AARP Smart Driver Course will be taught at the Polson Area Senior Center from 8:30-11:00 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. Call 406-883-4735 for a reservation.
Wednesday, April 19
Resource Roundtable to hold focus group, serve community
POLSON — At this meeting, held in the Lake County Health Department conference room, the Community Action Partnership will be on hand to carry out a Focus Group. They want local input to help with decisions and activities that will serve our community and clients. Please, try to join us so that we can provide strong representation on these topics. Spread the word. Noon lunch will be provided. Please RSVP for meal count.
Thursday, April 20
Learn about Ronan brewery project
RONAN — Come to Lake County Community Development Corporation on April 20, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for a presentation from Craig Koontz on creating a cooperative brewery. Learn about how to get involved and be a part of Ronan’s cooperative brewery project. Please RSVP at 406-676- 5901 ext. 123 or go to: Rosie. goldich@lakecountycdc.org.
Read ‘You Nest Here with Me’
POLSON — North Lake County Library presents Story Time on Thursdays for 3-5 year olds at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The one-hour program includes reading, rhymes, and crafts. This week’s story theme is “You Nest Here with Me.”
SPLASH at PureWest office
POLSON — The Polson Chamber of Commerce will hold their monthly SPLASH on Thursday, April 20, from 5-7 p.m. at PureWest Real Estate’s new offices located at 50249 US Highway 93.
Two kindergarten open houses held
RONAN/PABLO — On Thursday, April 20, at K.W. Harvey Elementary and Pablo Elementary Schools, open houses will take place from 6-7 p.m.
Friday, April 21
A full evening of fun planned for Cowboy Ball
POLSON — The 27th annual Cowboy Ball will take place under the big tent at the Polson Fairgrounds on Friday, April 21. No host cocktails and a silent auction are at 5:30 p.m., dinner is at 6:30 p.m., a live auction is at 7:30 p.m. and dancing will follow. For more information call 406-883-1100. Tickets are $40 each and proceeds will benefit fairgrounds improvement.
Canadian musicians entertain at PHS
POLSON — Everything Fitz is a family band featuring the high-energy fiddling and percussive step dancing of four of Canada’s finest young musicians. With roots in the Canadian old-time fiddle tradition and Ottawa Valley step dancing, their unique stage show combines a variety of musical styles-everything from traditional jigs and reels, bluegrass, jazz and swing standards, Celtic, gospel as well as novelty numbers and choreographed dance routines. Tickets are $13 in advance, $15 at the door, or four admission tickets for $45 and seven admission tickets for $75. Youth 18 years old and under are free. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult. For more information, go to: www.missionvalleylive.com.
Saturday, April 22
CASA Golf Scramble, barbecue, auction planned
POLSON — The 11th annual CASA Golf Scramble takes place at Polson Golf Course on April 22 with 9 a.m. registration and a 11 a.m. shotgun start. There will also be a Hole-In-One Event, a barbecue celebration and an auction following golf. Proceeds benefit CASA of Lake and Sanders Counties who train advocates for neglected and abused children. For more information, call 406-883-0158 or go to: casa20jd@gmail.com or 406-883-8230.
River Stewardship Workshop
River Stewardship Workshop - Do you have property on a degraded stream bank, or simply love recreating on Montana's beautiful rivers? Join us on Earth Day for a fun-filled day learning about riparian zones and river stewardship, and take part in a hands-on planting of native species. Participants will assist in the early stages of a restoration planting along the Swan River, where a full riparian restoration project is just beginning. For more information or to register visit our webpage, call or email. http://lakecountyconservationdistrict.org/upcoming-river-stewardship-workshop/ Phone: 406-676-2811 x102 email: lakecountycd@ronan.net
Monday, April 24
Dixon Kindergarten Roundup planned
Dixon Kindergarten Roundup will be 5-7 p.m. on Monday, April 24. Meet your child's kindergarten teacher, see their future classroom and get help filling out registration forms. Children must be 5 years old by 9-10-17 to register for kindergarten. Bring immunization records and birth certificate. Join us for a fun evening that includes pizza and cookies. Call 406-246-3566 for more information.
Enjoy free community dinner, note day change
ST. IGNATIUS — There will be a free St. Ignatius Community Dinner on Monday, April 24, at the St. Ignatius Community Center. (Changed from Wednesday to Monday for the month of April.) Dinner will be served from 5:30-6:30 p.m. All are invited to come enjoy a hot, homecooked meal. Bring yourself, your family, your friends, etc. Hosted by St. Ignatius CMA.