Monday, March 26
View variety of art mediums at ‘Mixing It Up’ art show
POLSON — The Sandpiper Art and Gift Gallery, 306 Main Street, welcome you to “Mixing It Up,” Feb. 27-April 6. This is a non-juried art show, open to all artists. Artistic interpretation of the them in any medium will be accepted. There is a small entry fee for non-Sandpiper member artists. Visit the website for more information. A reception for the show’s artists will be held on Friday, March 2, from 5-7 p.m. at the gallery.
AARP announces March Smart Driver Courses
ARLEE — AARP will provide their Smart Driver Course at the Arlee Senior Citizens Center in Arlee on March 26 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 406-726-3213 to make a reservation.
Arlee CDC to meet
ARLEE — The Arlee Community Development Corporation will hold their monthly meeting at the Arlee High School library from 6-9 p.m. on Monday, March 26. This meeting is held the last Monday of every month.
Tuesday, March 27
Core Computer Classes taught
POLSON — This program of courses can provide you with computer and technology basics. North Lake County Public Library presents free twice monthly computer classes: On March 27, at 2 p.m. “Internet Basics 1” will be taught. All classes will be held in the library community room. Reserve your spot by contacting Heather or the Circulation Desk at 406-883-8225.
Wednesday, March 28
‘Grasslands for Birds’ presented
CHARLO —As part of the Lake County Conservation speaker series Amy Seaman of Montana Audubon and Wenfei Tong of the USFWS will discuss “Grasslands for Birds” from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Ninepipes Lodge. For more information call 406-676-2841 ext. 102.
All invited to Community Dinner
ST. IGNATIUS — St. Ignatius will hold a free Community Dinner from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 28, at the St. Ignatius Sr. Citizens Center. All are invited to come and enjoy a hot, home-cooked dinner with your friends, family and community. Hosted by friends and family of St. Ignatius Christian Missionary Alliance Church, Pastor Jason Jury.
Polson holds Kindergartren Round-up
POLSON — Polson school district will hold Kindergarten Round-up events on Wednesday, March 28 and Thursday, March 29, at Cherry Valley Elementary School, 107 Eighth Ave. W. Call 406-883-6333 to make an appointment to register your child for Kindergarten. Children must be 5 years old by Sept. 10, 2018 to register.
Workshop on no-till drill held
RONAN — Come learn how to use it the No-till drill at a workshop at Crow Creek Ranch from 1-3 p.m. on Wednesday, March 28. For more information call 406- 676-2841 ext. 102.
Thursday, March 29
‘Get Out the Vote’ training, networking planned
POLSON — A “Get Out the Vote” training and networking event will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 29, at the North Lake County Library, 2 First Ave E. Join Western Native Voice and Mission Valley Rises as we come together to Get Out the Vote in Lake County. Patrick Yawakie, of Western Native Voice, will talk to us about voting laws and best strategies for getting out the vote. Contact Gail Trenfield at 406-745-3001, or email: missionvalleyrises@ gmail.com or 57pogeno@ gmail.com for more information.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church holds service
POLSON — Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 406 Fourth Ave. E, will hold a worship service with Holy Communion for Maundy Thursday on March 29 at 7 p.m.
Join Maundy Thursday service
POLSON — St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 110 Sixth Ave. E, welcomes all to their Easter Week Maundy Thursday service on March 29 at 5 p.m.
Purchase tickets for Easter basket fundraiser
POLSON — Providence St. Joseph Medical Center’s annual Easter Basket Fundraiser for Lake County Relay for Life has 13 baskets on display in the St. Joe’s lobby. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20 and available at the front desk. The drawings will be held on Thursday, March 29. All proceeds will be given to the American Cancer Society Lake County Relay for Life.
Story Time 'Ready for Thaw'
POLSON — Please join us at the North Lake County Library every Thursday at 10 a.m. and at 4 p.m. for a one hour program for children ages 3-5, their siblings and their caregivers. The theme for the March 29 program is “Ready for the Thaw.”
Friday, March 30
Afternoon service held on Good Friday
POLSON — Good Friday service at 1 p.m. on Friday, March 30, at Polson Community Church, 1814 First Street E. All are welcome as well as at the Easter Sunday worship service at 11 a.m. on April 1.
Fifth Friday dinner serves up roast pork
POLSON — Roast pork and fresh apple sauce are on the menu at the Fifth Friday dinner, March 30, at Polson Community Church, 1814 First Street E. Dinner will be served from 4:30–6:30 p.m. Desserts to treat your family and friends are also on the menu.
Good Friday service held
POLSON — Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 406 Fourth Ave. E, will hold a Good Friday worship service at 7 p.m. The Sanctuary will be open for 3-7 p.m. for prayer.
Smart Driver Course taught in St. Ignatius
ST. IGNATIUS — AARP will provide their Smart Driver Course at the St. Ignatius Senior Citizens Center in St. Ignatius on March 30 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 406-754-4462 to make a reservation.
St. Andrew’s holds Good Friday service
POLSON — St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 110 Sixth Ave. E, welcomes all to their Easter Week Good Friday service on March 30 at noon and Stations of the Cross and a 5 p.m. liturgy.
Saturday, March 31
Celebrate Easter Vigil
POLSON — St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 110 Sixth Ave. E, welcomes all to their Great Vigil of Easter on March 31 at 6 p.m.
Mission Chamber sponsors Easter egg hunt
ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring its annual Easter Egg hunt on March 31 at the St. Ignatius School football field at 10 a.m. sharp for ages zero to 12.
MME’s egg hunt at Ronan Fairgrounds this year
RONAN — Mission Mountain Enterprises’ 23rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt will take place on Saturday, March 31, at 11 a.m. at the Lake County Fairgrounds. There will be clearly marked areas for different age groups. Call MME at 406-676-2727 for more information.
Sunday, April 1
Breakfast, services, egg hunt held for Easter
POLSON — Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 406 Fourth Ave. E, will hold a worship service at 9 a.m. on April 1, Easter Sunday. There will be breakfast served at 10 a.m. with a free-will offering to benefit Lutheran World Relief, and an Easter egg hunt at 10:30 a.m.
Easter Services held
POLSON — St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 110 Sixth Ave. E, welcomes all to their Easter Sunday service on April 1 at 10 a.m.
Easter Sonrise service held
ST. IGNATIUS — Easter Sonrise Service will be held at St. Ignatius Good Old Days Park under the pavilion. Celebration starts at 7 a.m. on April 1. Come join in celebrating Easter while watching the sun rise and let His Light Shine. Organized by St. Ignatius Christian Church, Pastor Jon Larsson and St. Ignatius Christian Missionary Alliance Church, Pastor Jason Jury.
View variety of mediums at ‘Mixing It Up’ art show through April 6
POLSON — The Sandpiper Art and Gift Gallery, 306 Main Street, welcomes you to “Mixing It Up,” Feb. 27-April 6. This is a non-juried art show, open to all artists. Artistic interpretation of the theme in any medium will be accepted. There is a small entry fee for non-Sandpiper member artists. Visit the website for more information. A reception for the show’s artists will be held on Friday, March 2, from 5-7 p.m. at the gallery.
Monday, April 2
Republican women to meet
POLSON — The Lake County Republican Women will hold their monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, April 2, at the Polson Rural Fire Hall. The public are invited to attend. For information call 406- 644-2863 or 406-676-4297.
Spring enrollment begins at Glacier Lake School
ST. IGNATIUS — Spring enrollment at Glacier Lake School starts on Monday, April 2. We are enrolling for ages 4-17. Some part-scholarships are available. Please email: glacierlakeschool@gmail.com or call 406-745 2345.
Tuesday, April 3
GPS devices discussed at Horsemen meeting
RONAN — Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen will hold their next monthly meeting on April 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the VFW on Round Butte Rd. Our program for this month will be about three GPS tracking devices. Mack and Connie Long of Bob Marshall Wilderness Outfitters in Charlo will present this program. The devices are: In Reach by Garmin; a satellite phone; and SPOT. A question and answer period will follow the presentation. As always, the public is invited to attend.
Wednesday, April 4
Learn to market on a small budget
RONAN — Marketing on a small budget can be a challenge. In this free workshop, Jen Fredette, an experienced website developer, teaches you how to: identify your target market; create a customer profile; understand your buyer and customers' journey; differentiate yourself from competitors; develop and implement a cost-effective marketing strategy; generate publicity through public relations; and create contests and promotions. This event will take place from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4, at Lake County CDC, 407 Main Street.
Bring a brown bag lunch or plan for lunch on your own. Space is limited so reserve your seat today. Register using our online form or call 406-676-5914.
Polson community dance planned
POLSON – Please come and support our Polson community dance from 7 to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4 at the Elks on Main Street. Everyone is welcome. Dance to the Waltz, Two Step, Swing, Cha Cha, etc., with Ken’s Country Combo Band. Casual attire. Price is $5. Snacks are provided at break. Drinks are available at the bar. This would be a great time to get out and meet new friends, socialize with old ones and dance or listen to a good mix of classic country and a little '50s and '60s rock. Hope to see you there.
Thursday, April 5
Ronan Chamber meets
NINEPIPE – The monthly general meeting of the Ronan Chamber of Commerce gets underway at noon at Allentown Restaurant.
Story time held at library
POLSON – Please join us at the North Lake County Public Library every Thursday at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for a one-hour program for children ages 3-5, their siblings and their caregivers. The program for April 5 is “Nano Days!”
Friday, April 6
Join retirement party for Ronan library employee
RONAN – Please join us for a celebration of Kathy Ackermann’s 30-plus years serving the community as library assistant. Kathy is retiring to enjoy life and is looking forward to participating as a patron in the library’s summer reading program.
Please join us from 2 to 6 p.m. to wish Kathy well in future endeavors and thank her for her many wonderful years of service.
Support local food efforts with a springtime meal
ARLEE — Lake County Community Development Corporation is holding their annual Harvest! Fundraiser to support local food. Enjoy a springtime meal at the Hangin’ Art Gallery in Arlee on April 6. For tickets call 406-676-5901.
Saturday, April 7
‘Country Living Landowner’ workshop offered
CHARLO — A Country Living Landowner Workshop will be held at the United Methodist Church off Highway 93 near Charlo from 8:30 a.m.-noon. For more information, call 406- 676-2841 ext. 102.
Blacksmith ‘Hammer-In’ planned
POLSON – The Miracle of America Museum is hosting a free workshop for those interested in blacksmithing at any level from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, April 7, in the village “Smithy.” Experienced smiths will demonstrate and explain the art of and teach beginners or want-to-be smiths. Participants must have safety glasses or the equivalent prescription glasses, gloves if desired, (although most smiths go gloveless) and appropriate clothing and footwear. Metal will be available for purchase, or bring your own. Each participant will be able to take home a functional or decorative piece that they have made. Scouts interested in working on their “metals” merit badge will find this interesting and fulfilling. Participants under 18 must have a “waiver of liability and release” signed by a parent or guardian. Forms can be emailed or picked up at the museum desk. If there is sufficient interest, the “Hammer-In” might become a monthly activity. For more information or to request a waiver form be emailed, call Gil at 406-270-7895.
Blacksmith ‘Hammer-In’ planned
POLSON – The Miracle of America Museum is hosting a free workshop for those interested in blacksmithing at any level from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, April 7, in the village “Smithy.” Experienced smiths will demonstrate and explain the art of and teach beginners or want-to-be smiths. Participants must have safety glasses or the equivalent prescription glasses, gloves if desired, (although most smiths go gloveless) and appropriate clothing and footwear. Metal will be available for purchase, or bring your own. Each participant will be able to take home a functional or decorative piece that they have made. Scouts interested in working on their “metals” merit badge will find this interesting and fulfilling. Participants under 18 must have a “waiver of liability and release” signed by a parent or guardian. Forms can be emailed or picked up at the museum desk. If there is sufficient interest, the “Hammer-In” might become a monthly activity. For more information or to request a waiver form be emailed, call Gil at 406-270-7895.
Cub scouts hold food drive
RONAN — Robert Keenan, den leader for the wolves of the Ronan cub scouts troop 4956 reports that on April 7 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. we will hold a food drive at Harvest foods.
Dixon School hosts ‘Bison Stampede’ fundraiser
DIXON – Dixon School’s annual Bison Stampede fundraiser is Saturday, April 7. A 10K, 5K and one-mile fun run as well as a pancake breakfast from 8-11:30 a.m. are planned. The first race starts at 9 a.m. Register online at www.dixonschool.org.
Firefighters hold fundraiser, need donations
CHARLO — On April 7, at the Charlo School, the Charlo/Moiese Volunteer Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services Unit will host their 24th annual Spaghetti Dinner and Auction. Dinner will be served from 4:30-7 p.m. in the Charlo School lunchroom for $5 for adults, $3 for children and $20 for a family. The silent auction will run from 5-7 p.m. in the Charlo School’s gym. The live auction will follow at 7:15 p.m. Businesses who wish to contribute by way of donations, products, services or money will be greatly appreciated. Please contact Chief Mark Young at 406-207-0323 for further information.
Pubic invited to dog trials
POLSON — A North America Dog Agility Council agility dog trial sponsored by the A Rover Runs Through It agility club out of Missoula, will be held from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on April 7 and 8 at the Milliron Arena on Cutting Horse Lane, north of Polson. There will be dogs and their handlers from all over the state competing in timed obstacle courses including a variety of challenges. Fundraising breakfast and lunch concessions, provided by the Polson High School’s Spanish Club students, will be available. The public is invited to come, watch and enjoy.
Sunday, April 8
‘Food for Fines’ food drive begins at library
POLSON – The North Lake County Public Library is holding a food drive April 8-14. All contributions will be donated to the Polson Loaves and Fish Food Pantry. Patrons with overdue items or fines on their cards are encouraged to bring sealed, commercially prepared, nonperishable food items to the circulation desk. Fines will be reduced by $1 for each item donated. Please note that forgiveness of fines does not include lost or damaged items. Patrons without fines are also encouraged to join in this event to help replenish the food pantry.
Valley View welcomes all to potluck
VALLEY VIEW — Join the Valley View community potluck on Sunday, April 8, at 5:30 p.m. for a social time. You may bring the drink of your choice. Potluck dinner begins at 6 p.m. Bring your favorite dish to share and enjoy some good food and good company. Everyone is welcome.