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‘Park After Dark’ winter hike offered at Lone Pine State Park

KALISPELL — On Wednesday, Feb. 16, from  7:30-9 p.m. experience Lone Pine State Park on a wintery night on this full moon hike. Moon views vary depending on cloud cover, but you’re guaranteed a nighttime adventure that experiences the park after hours. Be sure to dress for the weather. Trails are typically icy at this time of year, so wear micro spikes like Yaktrax if there’s snow on the ground. We’ll have snowshoes available if needed. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706, ext. 0, to register, as space is limited. Cost is $4 per hiker ($8 entry fee for non-resident vehicles).

 

‘Prepare to be Bear Aware’ education class offered at Lone Pine

 

 

KALISPELL — On Saturday, March 16, at 10 a.m. at Lone Pine State Park Visitor Center, you can learn safety tips and tools to keep people safe and bears wild as they emerge from their dens this spring. Join us as we share practical strategies designed to minimize bear-human conflicts and promote coexistence. From securing garbage bins to proper food storage techniques, we will share provide invaluable insights into creating bear-resistant environments. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and take action for the well-being of all. Registration is required as space is limited. There is no charge for this program. ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). For more information visit: fwp.mt.gov/stateparks/lone-pine or call 406-755-2706

 

Attend ‘Here Comes the Sun’ Concert

POLSON — The Polson Fairground Amphitheatre is the site of the “Here Comes the Sun” concert. This concert celebrates the sounds and songs of the Beatles at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 29. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food trucks will be on site at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each.

 

Country Jam, dances cancelled

POLSON — Our Classic Country Jammin’ scheduled for April 5, at the Elks Ballroom in Polson is cancelled until further notice. Wednesday night dances at the Elks’ ballroom in Polson are also cancelled until further notice. We pray that everyone is staying home and being safe. We do have to go out for essentials and that is okay. Lake City Bakery, McDonalds and Burgerville are open in Polson for take outs. We are all in this together and need to help each other wherever we can, physically or financially. Please encourage one another and we will all get through this. Don’t be prideful and not ask for help, if you really need it. This hardship we are going through may take a little time but if we all work together and for each other, it will pass. We hope to see you all again very soon.

Experience ‘Lights under the Big Sky’

RONAN — On Saturday, Dec. 11, “Lights Under the Big Sky” will provide fun and entertainment for residents of the Mission Valley at the Ronan Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. There will be holiday lights displays; family activities and Santa.

 

Flathead Cheese holds annual open house

POLSON — Flathead Cheese, will hold their annual Open House Week from July 2-7, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, at their shop, 208 First Ave. E. Call 406-883-0343 for more information.

Free 'Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care' training held

PABLO — On April 22, from noon3 p.m. at Salish Kootenai College, Teresa Nygaard will present a free training entitled, "Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care." Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) is a term to describe traumatic events occurring before age 18. Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that without supports can have long-term negative effects. When “we” are trauma-informed, we realize the impact of trauma and understand there is potential for recovery. We recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma in those that we interact with and in ourselves. We respond by fully integrating knowledge about trauma into procedures, policies and practices. We seek to actively resist re-traumatization. We stop asking “What’s happening to you?” This training delves into this topic, responding to participants based on their pre-existing knowledge of the topic.

Credits are available.

The training is free but has limited seating. To register, send name, email, and contact number to: helpinghandsfund1@gmail.com. Registration confirmation will be sent within seven days. 

 

 

Free online meditation classes

ZOOM — Please join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesday, Dec. 28, and on subsequent Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, including meditation instruction, practice and discussion via Zoom. The classes will be each Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. Please join us and take advantage of this opportunity. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.

 

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Wednesday, April 26

Grief support for adults offered through May 31

3/15/2017 - 5/31/2017

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.

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FRHRC presents Anthony Johnstone

4/26/2017

ST. IGNATIUS — On Wednesday, April 26, at 6 p.m. The Flathead Reservation Human Rights Coalition invites you to bring a dish to share before the 6:45 p.m. presentation by Anthony Johnstone, associate professor UM School of Law: What Do Our Constitutions Mean? Join us at Mission Valley United Methodist Church, 70715 Highway 93, at the top of Post Creek Hill.

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Thursday, April 27

Bansak to address Audubon group

4/27/2017

POLSON — “Shrimp, Salmon, Trout and Mussels: Invasive Seafood Chowder in Flathead Lake” by Tom Bansak will be Mission Mountain Audubon’s program on Thursday, April 27, at 7 p.m. in the Polson Library meeting room. Everyone is welcome.

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Church cancels dinner

4/27/2017

POLSON — Fellowship Baptist Church has cancelled their dinner planned for April 27.

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Free training offered on violence dynamics

4/27/2017

PABLO — “Dynamics of Violence Training,” presented by SAFE Harbor and co-hosted by SKC Center for Prevention and Wellness, will take place on April 27 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Insights, understanding and prevention of dating violence, will be covered along with legal basics, impacts of violence and community, personality-assertive or passive, styles of communication, harassment vs. flirting and images and objectification. Lunch will be provided. This is a free training but seating is limited. For more information or to reserve a seat email: dana@ safeharbormt.org.

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Read ‘Bug Off!’

4/27/2017

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 “Bug Off!”

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Smart Driver Course taught in Ronan

4/27/2017

RONAN — A Northwest Montana AARP Smart Driver Course will be taught at the Mission Valley Senior Center in Ronan on Thursday, April 27, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 406-676-2371 for a reservation.

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View movie ‘Harry’s War’ at MOAM

4/27/2017

POLSON — On April 27, at 6:30 p.m. Miracle of America’s Free Night at the Museum event will show the movie, “Harry’s War.” A postal worker quits his job to fight against the IRS who had unjustly treated his Aunt Beverly who owned a military surplus yard. Harry has to use a WWII halftrack (like the museum displays out front) to fight for justice. The museum displays some of the actual movie props. Come enjoy this “fourth Tuesday” event and enjoy a classic family movie with background discussion and a display tour of select items.

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Friday, April 28

AARP Smart Driving Course taught

4/28/2017

ST. IGNATIUS — A Northwest Montana AARP Smart Driver Course at the St. Ignatius Senior Center from 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m. Please call 406-745-4462 for a reservation.

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Big Arm Association hosts potluck, speaker

4/28/2017

BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association will host a dessert potluck at the historic Big Arm School on Friday April 28 at 6 p.m. The guest speaker will be Jim Simpson, Chairman of the Lake County Conservation District and retired forester. Jim will discuss the Swan Forest Initiative. This initiative is hoping to transfer management of 60,000 acres of forestlands in the Swan Valley to the State of Montana for 100 years. He will present both the pros and cons of this initiative. It promises to be an informative evening. Please come join us.

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Final day to vote on quilters’ hangings, support senior center

4/28/2017

Ronan — The Mission Mountain Quilt Guild is doing a fundraiser for the Mission Valley Senior Center. They are hanging their Easter wall hangings there for people to vote, with money, on the best ones. The hanging that earns the most money becomes the winning hanging. The money goes to the senior center. You will be able to vote until April 28 and the center is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

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Infant, child CPR class offered

4/28/2017

ST. IGNATIUS – The Parents as Teachers program of the Lake County Public Health Department is sponsoring an infant and child CPR class at The Nest on Friday, April 28, from 1-3 p.m. Ellen Kaphammer, RN, will teach CPR techniques and answer questions at this informal gathering. Space is limited, so participants must call 406-883-7209 to reserve a spot. The Nest is located at 410 St. Mary’s Drive in St. Ignatius. For more information and/ or to sign up for this activity, call Lake County Health Department at 406-883-7209.

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Weaver to address Pachyderm Club

4/28/2017

POLSON – Ronan Police Chief Kenneth J. Weaver is slated to be the guest speaker at the Friday, April 28, Pachyderm Club meeting. Weaver will address issues facing small law enforcement agencies, particularly the lack of officers. He will also speak about how the possible loss of Public Law 280 will affect the Ronan Police Department. Lake County Pachyderm meetings are held in the Polson Rural Fire Dept. building on Regatta Road from noon to 1 p.m. All are welcome.

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Saturday, April 29

Run with color

4/29/2017

RONAN —Ronan High School Student Council will hold their 5K Color Run on Saturday, April 29. The cost is $10 (5 and under are free) and includes sunglasses and a headband. Registration will start at noon and the race will begin at 1 p.m. You may walk or run the course. It will start and end at Ronan High School parking lot. There will be color-splashing stations throughout the course.

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Trash n treasure sale to benefit Glacier Lake School

4/29/2017 - 4/30/2017

The 5th annual Mission Trash 'n Treasure community sale to benefit Glacier Lake School will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 29 at the Community/Fitness Center in St. Ignatius. Tables are still available. For more information: 406-544-3070 or facebook.com/missiontrashntreasure

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Sunday, April 30

Non-Partisan Potluck focuses on special election

4/30/2017

POLSON — Please join Mission Valley Rises for our second, Non-Partisan Potluck for Democracy. We will meet on Sunday, April 30, from 4-6:30 p.m. at the Indian Senior Citizens Center, 701 First Street E. Our focus will be on Montana’s Special Election on May 25. We will meet with the candidates’ representatives, ask our questions, and share our ideas. We will also learn more about how, as individuals and in groups, we can be more effectively engaged in our democracy. People of all persuasions are encouraged to join us in a civil dialogue about the things that matter to us in our community, state and nation. Bring your ideas – and a dish to share. We will once again enjoy good food, listen to one another, and make new friends.

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Monday, May 1

View ‘The Joy of Friendship’ exhibit through May 12

5/1/2017 - 5/12/2017

POLSON — The Sandpiper Gallery will exhibit “The Joy of Friendship,” a mixed media artwork show from April 10-May 12. This exhibit features member artists Olivia Olsen (mixed media), Larry Kjorvestad (photography), long time member Margie Hendricks (painter), jewelry by Sherry Jones, and guest fiber artist Monique Kleinhans, of Lady Bugs Cabin.

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Tuesday, May 2

Horsemen discuss annual ‘steak ride’

5/2/2017

RONAN — Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen will hold their next monthly meeting on May 2, at 7:30 p.m. at the VFW in Ronan. We will discuss our 36th annual steak ride that will take place on May 7, at the Meuli Ranch in Dayton. For ride tickets or details, call 406-676-0231 or 406-883- 5876. Only 150 tickets available so reserve your spot early. Last year we sold out. Hope to see you at our meeting.

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Medicare 101 Class offered

5/2/2017

POLSON — The Medicare 101 class is for anyone turning 65 this year. There are many decisions to make, deadlines to meet and penalties to avoid. The Area VI Agency on Aging is offering the class on Tuesday, May 2, from 1-4 p.m. at the Lake Co Health Dept. meeting room, 802 Main Street. Those already on Medicare who’d like to understand it better are also welcome. The fee for the class is $30 or less, determined on a sliding scale. Call 406-883-7284 or 1-800-266-4188 for information or to register.

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Quilters to meet, hold brown bag auction

5/2/2017

RONAN — The Mission Mountain Quilt Guild will hold their regular meeting on Tuesday, May 2, at the Terrace Lake Community Church. If you have signed up for the appliqué class it will start at 4 p.m. and the meeting will follow at 6 p.m. with the Brown Bag auction during the meeting. Remember to bring your bagged items for the auction and any show and tell you might have. Everyone is welcome to come join us in the fun and don’t forget your four fat-quarters for the quilt show.

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Register for Women 4 Wellness in Ronan

5/2/2017

RONAN — Outreach pre-registration for the Women 4 Wellness Health Fair will take place at the Shepard’s Dinner at the Ronan Community Center on Tuesday, May 2, from 5-7 p.m.

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Wednesday, May 3

Auxiliary meets at VFW Hall

5/3/2017

RONAN — Ronan VFW Auxiliary 5652 will meet on May 3 at the VFW Hall in Ronan at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 406-676-3380.

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Energy Keepers CEO to address Polson Chamber

5/3/2017

POLSON — On Wednesday, May 3, members of the Polson Chamber of Commerce will receive an update from Energy Keepers CEO Brian Lipscomb. Energy Keepers is a corporation of the Salish and Kootenai Tribes established to operate Séliš Ksanka Ql’ispé (formerly Kerr) Dam. The luncheon will be held at the KwaTaqNuk Resort from noon- 1 p.m. Cost for lunch is $14.50. Reservations are not required. For more information about the Polson Chamber and its activities, call the Chamber office at 406-883-5969.

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Learn the Art of Zen Meditation

5/3/2017

POLSON — Special monthly Zen Meditation classes are being offered at the YogaHeart Studio, 314 Main Street, on Wednesday, 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 847-721-0665.

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Register for Women 4 Wellness in Ronan

5/3/2017

RONAN — Outreach pre-registration for the Women 4 Wellness Health Fair will take place at Ronan Senior Citizens’ Center Center on Tuesday, May 3, from 11 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.

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Thursday, May 4

Join National Day of Prayer gathering

5/4/2017

POLSON — On Thursday, May 4, from noon-1 p.m. at Lake County Courthouse front lawn there will be a gathering for the National Day of Prayer. Come join together as we pray for our nation, our state, and our local community. Go to: www. nationaldayofprayer.org for more information. This year’s theme is: “For Your Great Name’s Sake. Hear us...Forgive us...Heal Us.”

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Read ‘Grumbles From the Town (and Forest)’

5/4/2017

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 “Grumbles From the Town (and Forest).”

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Friday, May 5

Area school superintendents to address Pachyderm Club

5/5/2017

POLSON — Area school superintendents Rex Weltz of Polson, Mark Johnson of Ronan, and Jason Sargent of St. Ignatius will be guest speakers at a special meeting of the Lake County Pachyderm Club, at noon, Friday, May 5, 2017, at the Polson Rural Fire Dept. Building on Regatta Road. Their topic will be Senate Bill 307.

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Come prepared to buy at Good Shepherd yard sale

5/5/2017

POLSON — Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 409 Fourth Ave. E, is holding a fundraising yard sale on Friday, May 5, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Visit their new website at: goodshepherdpolson. net.

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Learn infant massage for free

5/5/2017

ST. IGNATIUS — The Parents as Teachers program of the Lake County Public Health Department is sponsoring an Infant Massage class at The Nest on Friday, May 5, from 1-3 p.m. Mary Gertson, LMT, will demonstrate techniques and show parents how to massage their own babies if they would like to. There is limited space so you must call 406- 883-7209 to reserve a spot. The Nest is located at 410 St. Mary’s Drive in St. Ignatius.

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Republicans organize, elect officers

5/5/2017

POLSON — The Lake County Republican Central Committee will be holding its county convention on Friday, May 5. The purpose of the meeting is to organize itself and elect new officers for the next two years. There will also be a discussion on how to get the word out to our county on the importance of supporting Greg Gianforte for the US Congress. The meeting will be held at the Rural Fire Hall in the Sheriff ’s conference room at 6:30 p.m. For further details call 406- 844-2386.

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Saturday, May 6

Arneson to share artwork at Ninepipes Museum

5/6/2017

CHARLO – The Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana has scheduled six wonderful artists for the 2017 “First Saturday” exhibits and receptions, May through October. The artist featured on Saturday, May 6, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. is watercolorist Susan Arneson from Polson.

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Fort Connah depicts fur trade era

5/6/2017 - 5/10/2017

ST. IGNATIUS — The Fort Connah Restoration Society will host their annual Spring Open House Rendezvous which depicts life during the fur trading era of Montana, on Saturday, May 6, to Wednesday, May 10; a 5-day event. This is a great opportunity to see the 1846 historic Hudson’s Bay Fort Connah Trading Post come to life. This event is free to the public and includes demonstrations of time-era activities, Moose Creek chuck wagon-style barbecue, a baked goods sale, beer and wine, crafts and kids games. There will be historical talks after the opening ceremony at noon on Saturday. Main events will be held on Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and on Sunday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Fort Connah is located 6 miles north of St. Ignatius at mile marker 39 on Highway 93. For more information and trader/demonstrator set-ups call 406-745-4336 or email: 4winds@blackfoot.net.

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Help cleanup Ronan

5/6/2017

RONAN — At 9 a.m. on May 6 meet at Ronan City Park for the annual Spring Cleaning event. Meet at the City Park and grab some coffee, gloves and trash bags to help cleanup the town. Ronan City will pick up larger items (no electronics) if you call 406- 676-4231. For more information call 406-676-4231.

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Support SKC at annual Art Auction, Gala

5/6/2017

POLSON — The Salish Kootenai College Foundation’s annual Art Auction and Gala, “The Beat of the Drum,” takes place on Saturday, May 6, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. For tickets and information call 406-275-4983.

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Women invited to retreat

5/6/2017

POLSON — A Woman’s Day retreat is scheduled for Saturday, May 6, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Polson Alliance Church, 46873 Highway 93. The retreat includes coffee, lunch, crafts, music, message and more. This is free but please RSVP to: moaugustine65@ gmail.com. Come, enjoy and bring a friend.

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Monday, May 8

Annual River Honoring announced

5/8/2017

FLATHEAD INDIAN RESERVATION — The 31st annual River Honoring will begin Monday, May 8, at 4:30 p.m. with a community gathering. The public is invited and welcome to attend the opening of the River Honoring. Native games and educational stations will be available for the community. At 6 p.m. there will be an announcement of the 2017 River Honorees. A free dinner will follow.

Two speakers to address Republican women

5/8/2017

POLSON — The Lake County Republican Women’s Club will meet Monday, May 8, at noon in the Sheriff ’s Room of the Polson Rural Fire Department building on Regatta Road. Guest speakers will be Ryan C. Rusche, tribal attorney for the Confederated Salish-Kootenai Tribes, and Rob McDonald, CSKT Communications Director. Those interested in tribal and community relations are welcome.

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Tuesday, May 9

American Legion to meet at RHS

5/9/2017

RONAN — American Legion Post 138 of Ronan is meeting on May 9 at 7 p.m. at the Ronan High School (use the west entry door, room 16). New members are welcome. For more information call 406-676-3380 or 406-210-2607.

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Make a difference in the life of an athlete

5/9/2017

POLSON — Your Polson Police Department has once again partnered with Pizza Hut to help support the Special Olympics of Montana. Join us at Pizza Hut on May 9 from 5- 9 p.m. Polson Police Officers will wait you on. Twenty percent of all orders taken during the four-hour time frame will be donated to the Special Olympics of Montana. Great food for a great cause served by Polson’s finest.

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