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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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Sunday, May 20

Join ‘Moving for Better Balance’

5/1/2018 - 7/19/2018

POLSON — Moving for Better Balance, an evidence-based, adapted Tai Chi class, will be offered by the Area VI Agency on Aging on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. for 12 weeks, May 1-July 19. Classes will be held at the Polson Senior Center. The fee is $35 for senior center members, $50 for non-members (they get a membership included), but everything is on a slidingscale. Call 406-883-7284 for information or to sign up.

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Join neighbors for potluck

5/20/2018

VALLEY VIEW — A community potluck will take place at the Valley View Clubhouse, 40762 Valley View Road, on Sunday, May 20. Social time is at 5:30 p.m. and you may bring your drink of choice. Share your favorite potluck dish at the 6 p.m. dinner. Come enjoy good food and good company. Everyone is welcome. Call 406-883-2910 if you have questions.

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Tuesday, May 22

Learn about hearing health, financial help

5/22/2018

RONAN — Did you know that one in three people at the age of 65 have some degree of hearing loss? At 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 22, at the Ronan Senior Center, Kim Van De Riet from the Hearing Aid Institute and Dara from the Council on Aging will present an education program on hearing health and financial help programs. We will explain all aspects of your hearing. The Council on Aging know finances can be tight. Come and let us explain some of the different programs available that you may not know about.Please bring a canned good and support the Bread Basket. Bring all your questions and your sweet tooth as we will provide answers, pie and coffee.

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Wednesday, May 23

‘Standing Tall and Proud with our Elders’ activities continue

5/23/2018

PABLO — Two Eagle River School will host “Standing Tall and Proud with our Elders” activities from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 23, in celebration of Elders’ Week. Activities include: dry meat, social time, interview, photo booth, Bingo and other games, fun run/walk at 10 a.m., a forum/elders’ panel at 11 a.m. and an elders/youth Olympics at 1:30 p.m. Elders panel participants will be paid a stipend. Cash prizes will be given for games. T-shirts given out at walk/run. For more information call 406- 675-0292.

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Attend ‘Gracious Space’ workshop

5/23/2018

POLSON — Mission Valley Rises announces a great opportunity to attend a workshop on communication, called “Gracious Space,” on May 23, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., at the Red Lion in Polson. Not only is there no charge for the workshop, but there is that illusive thing, a “Free Lunch.” There are still spaces open. RSVP to Liz at 406-676-5901 to confirm your place at the table, or e-mail: marie.hirsch@lakecountycdc. org.

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Resource Roundtable to discuss family strategies

5/23/2018

POLSON — At noon on Wednesday, May 23, at the Lake County Health Department conference room, the topic for discussion will be: “Strategies for Families and Children-Home Visiting and What it Can Do?” Lunch is provided. Bring a friend. Please RSVP for head count by email to: grantdana@ hotmail.com.

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Thursday, May 24

Attend free night at the museum

5/24/2018

POLSON – A free “Night at the Museum,” held the fourth Thursday of every month, is set for May 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane, Polson. Lots of local history unfolds as we do a walking tour of a portion of the outside museum village. Learn more about early residents Jack and Elisabeth Welch’s sewing and saddle shops, Lewis’s and Uhde’s rival gas stations, Rolfson’s Queen Court, Gordon Fisher Optometry, the Trusler barn and more. Treats and donations are always welcome. For more information call Gil at 406- 270-7895.

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Elders’ Week activities reach final day

5/24/2018

PABLO — Two Eagle River School will host the final day for “Standing Tall and Proud with our Elders” activities from 1-4 p.m. on Thursday, May 24. Activities include: a 1 p.m. Stickgame, luncheon/dinner at 3 p.m., a silent auction from 3-6 p.m. and a social pow wow beginning at 4 p.m. Stick game must have one TERS student. First five drums registered for pow wow paid. For more information call 406-675-0292.

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Women 4 Wellness event held at SKC

5/24/2018

PABLO — Women 4 Wellness strives to increase health awareness and healthy behaviors among women of the Flathead Indian Reservation and Lake County, by bringing together service providers and other organizations at a single location. The event is from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at SKC's Joe McDonald Health and Fitness Center on Thursday, May 24. Go to prevention.skc.edu for more information.

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Friday, May 25

Mussel infestation discussed at Pachyderm meeting

5/25/2018

POLSON — On Friday, May 25, from noon-1 p.m. Pachyderms will host Tom McDonald, manager of Fish, Wildlife & Recreation and Conservation Department for the Salish & Kootenai Tribe. He will give an update on the efforts to control the mussel infestation in Montana lakes. He will raise awareness on how citizens or volunteers can play a part in protecting Flathead Lake. The group will meet at the Polson Rural Fire Station off Regatta Road.

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Monday, May 28

Arlee CDC meeting cancelled

5/28/2018

ARLEE — The Arlee CDC, which normally meets from 6-9 p.m. the last Monday of each month in the Arlee High School library, will not meet this month.

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Meet candidates at Miracle of America Museum

5/28/2018

POLSON — At 7 p.m. on Monday, May 28, a “Meet & Greet” for three key candidates for election will be held in the public meeting room of The Miracle of America Museum, 36904 Memory Lane. Please come and hear Al Olszewski candidate for U.S. Senate; David Coffman candidate for Lake County Sheriff; and Gale Decker candidate for Lake County Commissioner. The meeting is informal, refreshments will be served, and the candidates will answer questions after their presentations.

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North Lake County Library closes for holiday

5/28/2018

POLSON — The North Lake County Library will be closed on Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day.

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Tuesday, May 29

Learn Internet Basics No. 3

5/29/2018

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library presents free twice monthly computer classes. This program of courses can provide you with computer and technology basics. On May 29, at 2 p.m. learn Core Computer Classes: Internet Basics No.3. All classes will be held in the Library Community Room. Reserve your spot by calling 406-883-8225.

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Wednesday, May 30

Advanced Studies students showcase work

5/30/2018

POLSON — The students in Polson’s Gifted Program’s Advanced Studies classes (grades 6, 7/8, and 9-12) invite you to an evening of displays and presentations. You may come any time between 5-6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 30. This event will take place in the library at Polson High School. If you have any questions, please contact Tamara Fisher at: tfisher@polson.k12.mt.us or 406-883- 6335 ext. 328. The students developed their own mini, semester- long, year-long, or multi-year projects or courses of study and would like to share with you all that they have learned.

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Arlee Farmers’ Market season kicks off

5/30/2018

ARLEE —The Arlee Farmers’ Market season will kick off on Wednesday, May 30. The Market, located in the south parking lot of the Hangin' Art Gallery and in front of the Merc on 93, will be open every Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. from May 30 -Sept. 26. The vendors will not be charged a booth fee. Items sold must be hand-baked, hand-crafted, and locally grown. Used items will not be allowed. No smoking is allowed on market premises.

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Art Gallery opens new exhibit through June 15

5/30/2018 - 6/15/2018

POLSON — Sandpiper Art Gallery, 306 Main Street, Polson, presents until June 15, “Living in the Moment.” This exhibit will be everything we love about Montana and will feature member artists Kathy Calkins (acrylic painter), Marla Hall (photography), Mary K. LeProwse (fused glass), Joanne Simpson (batik watercolor and jewelry) and a guest artist to be announced. Gallery hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday.

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Enjoy friends, family at free community dinner

5/30/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — A free St. Ignatius Community Dinner will be served from 5:30- 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 30. A hot meal will be served at the St. Ignatius Sr. Citizens building. All are invited to come and eat with your community of family, friends, neighbors or just bring yourself. This event is hosted by St. Ignatius Christian Missionary Alliance Church, Pastor Jason Jury.

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Learn about Essiac tea from author

5/30/2018

POLSON — Enjoy an evening with Mali Klein, from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 30, at the Polson Library. Learn first-hand about Essiac, the old herbal tea that is here to help. Learn what an easy and healing thing a cup of Essiac can be. Mali Klein has been writing and researching Essiac for over 20 years. Her new book, The Essiac Essentials Handbook, has just arrived from the printers. Get a signed copy and Essiac herbs too. All proceeds will be donated to the Journey Be church. Be entertained, informed and inspired. Don’t miss it. There will be free samples.

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Thursday, May 31

‘The Sunshine Days Arrive’ at the library

5/31/2018

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library holds Story Time for 3-5 year olds, their siblings and their caregivers. Join us Thursday from 10-11 a.m. or from 4-5 p.m. The theme for the week of May 31 is “The Sunshine Days Arrive.” The library is located at 2 First Ave. E.

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Lake County Democrats host fundraiser

5/31/2018

NORTH CROW – Jenny Eck, Montana House Minority Leader, and Jon Sesso, Montana Senate Minority Leader, will be the featured speakers at the Lake County Democrats annual fundraiser on Thursday, May 31, at the North Crow Clubhouse off of Old Highway 93 in Pablo. A delicious spaghetti dinner will be served for $25 per person. The fundraiser begins at 5:30 p.m. There will also be a live auction.

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Soup’s On closes for summer

5/31/2018

POLSON — Soup’s On’s last day to serve lunch will be May 31, and then they will be closed for the summer. Soup’s On will re-open in the fall. For more information call 406-261-2018.

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Friday, June 1

Last day of school announced

6/1/2018

MISSION VALLEY — Three school districts, St. Ignatius, Dayton and Hot Springs, end school on Friday, June 1.

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Saturday, June 2

Cheff, Davis exhibit artwork

6/2/2018

NINEPIPE — Laurel Cheff ’s work will be on display at Ninepipes Museum on Saturday, June 2, along with multi-media artist, Kate Davis. Davis will display some of her latest photographs during her exhibit at the museum. Davis will be on hand from 2-4 p.m.

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Graduation takes place in Mission

6/2/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — St. Ignatius High School graduation ceremony from 2-4 p.m.

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Papa Bear Runs again

6/2/2018

RONAN — The 8th annual Papa Bear Run will be held Saturday, June 2. The ride will begin at S & S Sports store in Ronan going to Plains, Hot Springs, and Somers and ending back at S&S in Ronan. Sign-up and start at 10 a.m. There is a $10 entry fee. Race ends and awards given at 5 p.m. This event benefits Boys and Girls Club of the Flathead Indian Reservation.

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People’s Center invites artists

6/2/2018

PABLO — The annual Artists’ Market will be held at the People’s Center on Saturday, June 2, from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. All artists are invited to promote their work at this event. Simply call and register at 406-675-0160.

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PHS seniors graduate

6/2/2018

POLSON — Polson High School graduation ceremony.

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Watch racing in Polson

6/2/2018

POLSON — Saturday racing will have Mod $, Big Sky West Coast late models, and Thunderstocks. Spectator gates open at 5 p.m. Qualifying time trials are at 6 p.m. and racing starts at 7 p.m. General admission is $10; juniors ages 8-17 are $7. Kids 7 and under are free. Come have some fun. Bring the family. Mission Valley Raceway is at 1113 N Reservoir Road. No outside food, beverages or alcohol. For more information call 406-210-5400.

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Yard sale proceeds go to Relay for Life

6/2/2018

ST. IGNATIUS — A yard sale will take place from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, June 2, at Mission Valley United Methodist Church (top of Post Creek Hill). All proceeds will support Relay for Life.

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