PABLO — New this spring The Peoples Center will offer a 12-week Youth Dance Performance Circle. Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6-7:30 p.m. The first class and sign up will be Tuesday, Feb. 16. Please call the office at 406-675-0160 with questions. This is a SAMHSA Grant project.

POLSON — Ash Wednesday and Lenten soup suppers and worship services will be held each Wednesday, Feb. 10-March 16, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Suppers are at 5:30 p.m., followed by the worship services at 6:30 p.m. Good Shepherd is located at 409 Fourth Ave. For more information, call 406-883-5864 or visit the website: www.gslcpolsonmt.com.

POLSON — Providence St. Joseph Medical Center is offering a free Bereavement Support Group, an eight-week series for adults grieving the death of a loved one. The group includes education about grief and loss and provides participants an opportunity to share their experiences. It is recommended that participants wait at least two months after a death before attending a group. This group is free and open to the public. Donations are appreciated.

The group will meet from 4-5:30 p.m. each Thursday, Feb. 11- March 31, in the O’Malley conference room on the second floor of

St. Joseph Medical Center in Polson. Registration is required by Feb. 5. To register or to get more information, call Mary Martin, LCSW, at 406-883-8914.

POLSON — The art exhibit, Totally Fowl, features the works of Lynn Johnson – felting; Donna Miller – jewelry; Julie Christopher – sculpter/painter; Susie McNatt – photographer; and invited artist Alex Wright – multimedia; plus a special display from Viola Deputy, a memorial exhibit. The show runs through April 1. 

RONAN — Ronan School District adult education winter session is on. The walking track and weight room at the Ronan Middle School Event Center will be open Monday-Thursday at 6 a.m.- 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. The K. William Harvey Gym will be open for the community to play basketball on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m., beginning Jan. 26 and ending March 15. The Event Center will be open for the community to play volleyball on Wednesday nights from 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m., beginning Jan. 27 and ending March 16. All facilities will be closed when in use for other events. A full schedule is available online at tinyurl.com/RonanAdultEd. Contact Nicki Jimenez, Adult Ed Coordinator at 406-676-3390 x 7728 or nicki.jimenez@ronank12.edu with questions.

HOT SPRINGS — The Symes Hotel will host Trapline playing bluegrass music from 8-10 p.m.

HOT SPRINGS — Euphomian Spaceship plays Celtic and Eastern European music at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.

RONAN — A “Squedge Ruler Spikes” class will be held on March 5, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Terrace Lake Community Church. The Mission Mountain Quilt Guild offers this class. For more information contact Kay Krantz at 406-544-2084 or kayz@stignatius.net.

RONAN — Mission Valley Children’s Choir will present its final concert of its first year on Monday, March 7, at 7:30 p.m. in the Ronan Performing Arts Center. The Ronan Adult Education Choir will join the children’s choir at the concert. Cathy Gillhouse directs both choirs. The adult choir is accompanied by Wendy Sanders and the children’s choir is also directed by Seth Nelson and accompanied by Robyn Carlson. The concert is free of charge.

RONAN — The Ronan City Council meets at Ronan City Hall from 6-7 p.m. on March 7.

POLSON — The Montecahto Club will make their pasties just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. They will be $5 for a large pasty. You can place your orders by calling either Kari at 406-370-1443 or Alice at 406-250-3189. 

RONAN — The American Legion Post #138 of Ronan will meet on March 8 at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 63869 US Highway 93. New members are welcome. For more information, call Jack Fay at 406-676-3380 or Glen Sharbono at 406-210-2607.

ST. IGNATIUS — The Kuilix chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet on Tuesday, March 8, at 1 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, Highway 93. Kuilix member Tam Steindorf will present a program entitled, “Covered Wagons on the Prairie.” Come at noon for a social hour. Prospective members are welcome. Call regent Bonnie Huber for more information at 406-745-3118.

RONAN — The VFW Auxiliary of Ronan will meet on March 9 at the VFW Hall in Ronan at 6:30 p.m. For information call 406-240-7087. 

POLSON — A special Introduction to Zen Meditation Class is being offered at the YogaHeart Studio, 314 Main Street, on Wednesday, March 9, at 7 p.m.  

Zen Priest Jerry Smyers will present the class.  There is no charge for the class. Everyone is welcome. If you’d like more details, call 847-721-0665.

ST. IGNATIUS — On Wednesday, March 9, at the Mission Valley United Methodist Church, Highway 93 (top of Post Creek Hill), there will be a potluck at 5:30 p.m. and a presentation on Sex Trafficking and Sexual Assault in Montana by attorneys Kimberly Dudik and Hilly McGahan at 6 p.m. A discussion will follow. The Flathead Reservation Human Rights Coalition is sponsoring the event.

ST. IGNATIUS — The boardroom of St. Ignatius Middle School is the site of the Indian Education Committee meeting on Wednesday, March 9, at 5:30 p.m.

PABLO — The second annual “Strum and Drum” benefit concert will be presented by the Salish Kootenai College Foundation and Crown of the Continent Guitar Foundation on Wednesday, March 9, at the Johnny Arlee/Victor Charlo Theatre on the SKC Campus. The Mike Murray Band along with Tim Torgerson, 2015 SKC/Crown Scholarship Students and 2016 SKC Guitar Class will be presented from 7-9 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.). Adult admission is $20 and $5 for students with ID. For tickets or information call 406-275-4983. Proceeds from this event support the SKC Music Education Program.

RONAN — The National Active and Retired Federal Employees, meeting scheduled for March 9 at noon is changed from Ronan Cafe (closed, under construction) to the Mission Valley Senior Center in Ronan. After lunch there will be a program featuring Dean Greiner discussing his military experiences during World War II. Following his presentation there will be a brief business meeting.

POLSON — North Lake County Library’s Storytime program includes stories, songs, movement, crafts and more. The theme for Thursday, March 10, is “Treasure State-part 2.” The program takes place at 10 a.m. and again at 4 p.m. Call Kendra Mullison, Youth Services Librarian, at 406-883-8225, for more information.

POLSON —Join your friends and neighbors for St. Pat’s Day this Thursday, March 10, at the Masumola Club. The ShamRockers will entertain and hosts Stephanie and Don Clement, Steve and Brenda Olsen and Carmine Mowbray are providing corned beef and cabbage. We need folks to fill in with vegetables (especially the traditional carrots and potatoes,) salads and desserts. Food distribution: A – H dessert, I – O salad or vegetable, P – Z hot dish. See you there.

ARLEE — Music and arts events return to Hangin’ Art Gallery on Highway 93 in downtown Arlee beginning with a “pass the hat” concert by Gravely Mountain Boys on Friday, March 11, from 6-8 p.m. Dinner will be served from 5:30–7:30 p.m. Always a favorite, we are pleased to start our music/arts series with toe tapping Bluegrass music by Gravely Mountain Boys.

POLSON — A free dinner will be served at Polson Presbyterian Church on March 11 from 5-6:30 p.m. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from Linderman School. Come join us. This dinner is free and open to all.

HOT SPRINGS — Jerry Fletcher will play folk, blues and Americana music at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.

POLSON — Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E, will host a movie night on Friday, March 11, at 7 p.m. The film is “The War Room.” This is a great movie … come and watch it. All are welcome. Popcorn will be served.

POLSON — The 15th annual Firefighters’ Appreciation Ball’s theme is “Hawaiian Heat.” It will be held on Saturday, March 12, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort with cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. and dancing to follow by “Gladys Friday.” Tickets are $40 and the public is welcome.  For more information contact Bonnie Kiser at 253-0177. Come support and celebrate our Polson Volunteer Firefighters.

HOT SPRINGS — John Kelley plays the blues at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.

PABLO — The People’s Center is participating in the Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day live event on March 12. The museum and gift shop will be open special hours from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. If you have any questions, please call 406-675-0160. You can download your “free” admission ticket at:

http://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/venues/museum/the-peoples-center/. 

RONAN — GFWC Ronan Woman’s Club annual Flea Market and Craft Show is Saturday, March 12, from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Ronan Community Center. There will be a silent auction with many items to bid on; Indian tacos, soup and sandwiches for lunch; and   vendors from all over the state. This is a wonderful way to spend your Saturday, shopping for local products and good food. To reserve a table, contact Alice Gleason at 406-676-5079.

POLSON — The Living Faith Bible College team from Alberta, Canada, will visit Polson Foursquare Church on Sunday, March 13, at 10 a.m. The team will present worship, drama, personal stories and message on “Trust.” Call 406-883-9347 for more information.

VALLEY VIEW — The Valley View Women’s Club will host Johanna Clark as their guest speaker at the community potluck Sunday, March 13. Johanna is a candidate running for House District 93. 

Please attend and meet Johanna and ask her questions. Social time is at 5:30 p.m. Bring your drink of choice. Dinner is at 6 p.m. Valley View Clubhouse is at 40762 Valley View Road. If you have questions, call Kelly Bailey 406-883-2910

POLSON — “Thyme for Herbs” will meet Monday, March 14, at 7 p.m. in the North Lake County Public Library in Polson. We are inviting all new people who are interested in learning how to use herbs to enhance their health. The main topic will be: The Many Faces of Herbs.

We will review the value of the common herbs as sources of nutrients as well as other properties that directly support health. We are also working together to create family medicinal herb gardens. For information call Linda Peterson at 406-319-2446.

RONAN — “The Princess Bride” is going to be performed onstage on March 15 and 16 in the Ronan Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. both nights. 

The play is based on the 1987 film and book by William Goldman and includes scaling the cliffs of insanity, battling rodents of unusual size, facing torture in the Pit of Despair. True love has never been a snap. Come see this classic story of love, adventure, and humor. 

There is no charge but a canned good donation is suggested. Collected canned goods will be donated to the Ronan Bread Basket.  

ST. IGNATIUS —Scott Skype will make a presentation on bond progress at the March 15 board meeting at 7 p.m. in the St. Ignatius Middle School board room. 

PABLO — The next meeting of the Compact Implementation Technical Team is set for 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 15, at the Mission Valley Power conference room, 36079 Pablo West Road.

Additional information, including Draft Operating Rules and Draft Workplan for Water Measurement can be found under “Events and Meetings” at http://dnrc.mt.gov/.

ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Neighborhood Watch meeting is on Tuesday, March 15, at 7 p.m. at the St. Ignatius Senior Citizens’ Center. Call 406-745-2545 for more information.

POLSON — There will be a community dance at the Elks Club on Wednesday, March 16, from 7-9 p.m. Ken’s Country Combo will provide the music. Join us for a great time. There will be no dance at the Elks Club on Wednesday, March 30.

CHARLO — Lake County Democrats will meet with the Democrat candidates who have filed for the upcoming 2016 election on Wednesday, March 16, at Ninepipes Lodge - Allentown Restaurant. A social with refreshments will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by the business meeting starting at 7 p.m. If you have questions call 406-599-4087.

POLSON — Come find a pot of gold-plated information at the next Resource Roundtable on March 16 at noon at the Lake County Health Department conference room. Speakers for the meeting will be Emily Colomeda and Linda Davis of Lake County Health Department. Lunch will be provided. Share the invitation with those who might be interested. This is a great chance to network and find out about other agencies and services. Please RSVP to help with meal count.

PABLO — Project Launch will hold its quarterly meeting on Wednesday, March 16, from 9-10:30 a.m. at the Tribal Council Chambers in Pablo.

PABLO — Come watch our children’s Easter program on Wednesday, March 16, at 7 p.m. and stay for ice cream and cake at the Pablo Nazarene Church, 42653 Old Highway 93. For more information, call 406-676-0081.

POLSON — North Lake County Library’s Storytime program includes stories, songs, movement, crafts and more. The theme for Thursday, March 17, is “Busy as an Ant.” The program takes place at 10 a.m. and again at 4 p.m. Call Kendra Mullison, Youth Services Librarian, at 406-883-8225, for more information.

HOT SPRINGS — Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and listen to live music from 6-8 p.m at the Symes Hotel.

POLSON — The Polson Kiwanis will meet Thursday, March 17, at the KwaTaqNuk in the Koostatah Room from noon-1 p.m. Our guest speaker will be Wally Congdon. He will speak about his position as Deputy County Attorney working on civil cases for Lake County and will also touch on ranching and farming in Montana.

RONAN — Ronan PTA and K. William Harvey School will bring spectrum Discovery Area Best of Show and community exhibits to the Ronan Event Center on Thursday, March 17, from 5-7 p.m. This is a free family event, featuring hands-on exhibits and activities. The Event Center will be transformed into a powerful science learning center that helps inspire Montana’s next generation of scientists, health care providers, engineers and visionaries.

RONAN — O’Ronan’s 27th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade is on Thursday, March 17, at 5:30 p.m. You can “Float - Drive - Walk – Ride” in the parade down Main Street and share in over a quarter center of blarney and debauchery. All entries must line up west of St. Luke Hospital at 5:15 p.m. Everyone is Irish on St. Paddy’s Day. For more information, call Carlene at 406-676-0646. 

POLSON — On Thursday, March 17, the North Lake County Public Library in Polson is celebrating all things green and spring-like with an adult coloring program between 2-4 p.m. The ambience includes colorful visual inspiration, background music from our library CD collection, and tasty snacks. All coloring supplies are provided (you are welcome to have your own). Bring friends. See you there. The library is located at 2 First Ave. E and their phone number is 406-883-8225.

POLSON — Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour will be held Thursday, March 17, from 5-7 p.m. Your host will be Miracle of America Museum located at 36094 Memory Lane. See you there.

ST. IGNATIUS — There will be a public barbecue provided by Slate and School District No. 28 on the building project with grounds information and picture boards for viewing. A barbecue burgers and hot dogs potluck with dessert will take place at 6 p.m. The community, students, and parents are invited. Slate will be downtown all day visiting with businesses and sharing information.