LAKE COUNTY — The Flathead Reservation and Lake County Boys and Girls Club will operate a summer program at both their Polson and Ronan sites Monday-Friday (not July 4) from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. The cost is $25 per month or $75 for the entire summer program, which runs June 13-Aug. 26. Applications may be picked up onsite or at: www.flatheadbgc.org. Breakfast and lunch will be provided by school feeding programs and a snack and dinner will be provided by the club. Activities include: art, technology, swimming, fitness, gardening, photography, robotics, reading, character development, hiking and community service. Additional activities include: Ninepipes Museum, library reading program, camping in Glacier Park, Summer Brain Gain program, SMART moves program.

RONAN/PABLO — Ronan School District #30 will offer Summer Camps in Ronan and Pablo June 13-20, for students entering grades first-eighth. Topics may include art, swimming, naturalist, SpectrUM science and more. Call 406-676-3390 x 7728 for more information.

RONAN — Ronan Middle School will offer Summer School June 13-30, Monday-Friday, from 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Summer School will include literacy and math instruction for students entering grades sixth-eighth. Call 406-676-3390 x 7728 for more information.

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library in Polson is offering an oceanthemed adult coloring program on Wednesday, June 15, from 2-4 p.m. in the library meeting room. Coloring pages and postcards from Johanna Basford’s 2015 release, “Lost Ocean,” will be featured. A virtual aquarium with relaxing background music on the library’s Smart Board will help set the nautical tone. Light refreshments of ice tea, lemonade, and fresh cookies from the Lake City Bakery will be available. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please call the circulation desk at 406-883- 8225 or visit the library at 2 First Ave. E.

POLSON — Fruit Salad is the theme of the May “Parents as Teachers” playgroup in Polson. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend this free program. Come join us from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main St. You can learn more about the Parents as Teachers Home Visiting program. Call LCPH at 406-883- 7288 for more information.

POLSON — Come watch the Mission Valley Junior Varsity Mariners play against the Glacier Twins during their home game, which begins at 4 p.m.

FERNDALE — On June 16 at 4 p .m., the Lake County Park Board will hold a public meeting at the Ferndale Community Center to discuss current and future improvements to the Rainbow Drive Swan River Access Site. If you use the site or are affected by its use and would care to comment about its future, please come and give us your ideas. The center is off Highway 35, turn east onto Highway 209, drive to the flashing light on South Ferndale Drive, turn right and drive less than 100 yards. The Community Center is on the right.

POLSON — Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour meets on Thursday, June 16, from 5-7 p.m. Your host will be Mission Valley Physical Therapy, Nunlist Enterprises, Caselli Therapeutic Massage located at 51657 Highway 93 E. See you there.

POLSON – Come gather some wisdom from the experts at Delaney’s Nursery through their spring seminar series. On Saturday, June 4, at 10 a.m. learn about “ Pesticide Use and Selection—when, how and why you use organics or synthetics.” Delaneys is located at 40514 Highway 35. Seminars are free and open to the public. Call 406-883-2612 for more information

DIXON — An “Over-The-Hill” race will take place on June 18. Sign up is from 9-10 a.m. at the Big River Cantina and the entry fee is $50. The race starts at 11 a.m. Teams include one biker, two runners, canoe paddlers and one horse rider. There will be a barbecue rib dinner for $5 beginning at 1 p.m. A horseshoe tourney will take place at 2 p.m. Call 406-531-003 or 406- 531-0449 for more details.

DAYTON — Mission Mountain Winery encourages all summer gourmets to attend our free “Ice Cream Social” event on Saturday, June 18, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. This is a part of the winery’s continuing program to educate the community about the pleasurable synergies created by the pairing of food and wine. The staff and winemaker have collaborated in producing some sorbet and ice cream treats: Muscat Sorbet and vanilla ice cream with Cocoa Vin Chocolate Port.

HOT SPRINGS — Enjoy Wayo playing boogie-woogie music on the piano at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.

POLSON — Come watch the Mission Valley Junior Varsity Mariners play against the Cranbrook Bandits during their home game, which begins at 11 a.m.

RONAN — It’s that time of year again. Cave Quest Vacation Bible School will happen June 20-24 from 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at the Terrace Lake Community Church. There will be lots of fun, games, Bible stories, snacks and crafts for the children as they experience Cave Quest Vacation Bible School and learn all about how Jesus is the Light of the World. Children ages kindergarten-seventh grade are welcome to join in the fun all week. If you have any questions call the church at 406-676-5395.

POLSON — On Monday, June 20, at the Sandpiper Gallery, 306 Main Street, Barbara Shrider will review and demonstrate the Jean Haines’ watercolor workshop techniques she obtained at a Daniel Smith workshop in Seattle, Washington. Whether you are new or advanced in watercolor (or any other media) painting, the Haines approach to many familiar techniques (daily exercises, fusion of pigments, for example) is the topic of this presentation. This presentation continues the Sandpiper Membership’s art information series, held each month at 12:30 p.m. following the noon membership meeting. All members of the public are welcome to attend.

YELLOW BAY — Flathead Lake Biological Station to present “Data and Donuts” Monday, June 20, from 10-11 a.m. at the station. Call 406-982-3301 ext. 229 for more information.

POLSON — Missoula Self Help Law Center will be in Polson on Tuesday, June 21, at the North Lake County Public Library from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. They will provide services on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Walk-ins are welcome all day or to schedule an appointment call 406-258-3428.

PABLO — Come learn and earn $20 worth of Fresh SNAP Double Dollars to be spent on locally grown produce at the Polson Farmer’s Market. All are welcome, including children, but only SNAP recipients will receive market credit. A fresh cooking class will be held at Salish Kootenai College from 2-3 p.m. at the Camas Kitchen, located in the Joe McDonald Fitness Center, 58138 Hwy 93, Pablo and taught by the Extension Team. The class will focus on using alternative types of cooking tools and salsa and fresh vegetable preparation. Space is limited; sign up at the Polson Farmer’s Market.

RONAN — Ronan District Library is closed on the third Tuesday of each month.

POLSON — Come watch the Mission Valley Mariners play against the Bitterroot Red Sox during their home game, which begins at 4 p.m.

POLSON — A free “Night at the Museum” at the Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane, takes place on the fourth Thursday evening of each month. The programs start at 6:30 p.m. Treats and donations are happily accepted. If you have questions call 406-883- 6804. The fourth Thursday program was miss-dated on our quarterly newsletter; therefore we will show historical movies on both June 23 and June 30. Back by request will be a re-showing of the Montana Centennial documentary, “Smoke on the Waters.” This movie is about steamboats on Flathead Lake, plus a segment covering the Paul Bunyan, the only remaining logging tow boat of Flathead Lake. Another short film will be shown covering early-day logging in the area. Time permitting; a tour of the Paul Bunyan and related artifacts in the museum collection will take place.

POLSON — A free community dinner will be served on Thursday, June 23, from 6-7 p.m., at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. We’re having a picnic with hot dogs, salads, and

POLSON — A registration day will be held at the Polson United Methodist Church from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Thursday, June 23, for G-Force Vacation Bible Camp. Kids can experience the G-Force, God’s Love in Action -Vacation Bible Camp for one week, June 27-July 1, from 9 a.m.- noon. Focus of the camp each day is God’s Love in Action. Kids will experience love through fun activities including music, puppets, story time, games, science, crafts and mission. A light snack will be served. Camp will end with a Friday Celebration Day picnic provided for the campers and their families from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration for kids, entering kindergarten through 12 years of age, is now open. Forms are available at the church office or can be printed from the church website: www.polsonumc.org. Camp costs are $10 per child or $20 per family. Scholarships are available. For more information call the church at 406-883-6161 or email info@polsonumc.org.

POLSON — The Friends Forever Mentoring local, independent non-profit group is holding a fundraiser on Thursday, June 23. There will be music, a barbecue. This fun fundraiser will be held at KwaTaqNuk’s patio lounge starting at 6 p.m. with live music provided by the Crawford Brothers. There will be a silent auction with the activities ending at 9 p.m. All proceeds go to the continuation,  improvement, and expansion of the mentoring program in local schools. We hope to see you there and thank you for your support.

HOT SPRINGS — Enjoy Celtic music provide by Skippin’ a Groove at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.

POLSON — In conjunction with the Finley Point / Yellow Bay Fire Department, the Montecahto Club will have a bake sale and garage sale on Friday and Saturday, June 24 and 25. There will be lots of goodies. The fire department will hold their annual fundraiser on Saturday only with the “show and tell” of their equipment as well as food. We are at the six-mile marker on Highway 35 (East Shore). Hope to see you there both days. At 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 25, KC and the Valley Cats will play for your dancing and listening pleasure upstairs at the Montecahto Club directly south of the Finley Point Fire Station. Admission is by donation. Bring a munchie to share.

POLSON — If you want to get reliable information on Polson’s waste water changes and grants, the development code including “Old Town” zoning changes, the strategic planning process, an update on the growth policy and the latest news on personnel changes in the Parks and Planning Dept., then come to the Friday, June 24, meeting of the Lake County Pachyderm Club. The guest speaker is Mark Shrives, Polson’s City Manager. The meeting begins at noon in the Polson Rural Fire Hall on Regatta Road. Adjournment is at 1 p.m. Social time starts at 11:30 a.m.

BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association will host a Community Potluck on Friday, June 24, at the historic Big Arm School at 6 p.m. Bring a dish to share with neighbors and friends.We will have a presentation by Lake County Search and Rescue that evening beginning at 7 p.m. Come and join us. For more information contact N. Foster at 406-849-5064.

POLSON — Mission Mountain NRA Rodeo is on June 24-25 beginning at 6:30 p.m. There will be youth events including mutton bustin’ and mini bull riding at 7:30 p.m. Events include bareback, steer wrestling, saddle bronc, team roping, tie down toping, ladies and youth barrel racing, ladies and youth breakaway roping and bull riding. Food, beverage and beer garden concessions will be available. There will also be live music after the Friday night performance. (Free vendors fair, no food items.) Call Sharon at 406-261-2861 or 406-253-2010 for more information

CHARLO — The Lake County Conservation District is sponsoring a Country Living Workshop on Saturday, June 25 from 9 a.m. to noon at the United Methodist Church, 70715 Highway 93. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Topics to be covered include Gardening, Landscaping, Orchards, Pollinators, Wildlife, Grazing, Weed Identification, 310 Permits, and Forest Health and Fire Awareness. There will be coffee, snacks, door prizes, and a notebook filled with valuable information. There is a $15 fee to cover the cost of the workbook.

This is an opportunity to talk with specialists about any concerns you may have about your piece of the country. For more information call 406-676-2841.

POLSON — The Polson 4th of July fireworks show has become a tradition for our area, brought to you by the Polson Chamber of Commerce. This tradition is funded entirely by donations from our local community members. The chamber is now accepting donations at the downtown office next to the Showboat Theatre, or by mail at 418 Main St, Polson MT 59860. Any amount you care to give is appreciated. The Marine Corp League Hellroaring Detachment will hold their annual fireworks fundraising drive Saturday, June 25, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Highway 93. Please give what you can.

ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Volunteer Fire Department’s Fireman Auction is scheduled for Saturday, June 25, at 11 a.m. at the Old Town Field. The silent auction and concessions will begin at 11 a.m. and the raffle and door prizes will be awarded at 3 p.m. Raffle tickets for cut and wrapped half a beef and half a hog are $5 each. Donate items by calling 406-745-4190 or 745-4266. Two guns will be raffled and Jump for Joy will be on-site all day.

POLSON — Mission Valley Aquatics and The Lake Monsters Swim Team will offer a free Junior Lifesaver Clinic on Saturday, June 25, from 9 a.m.-noon. The clinic is open to children ages 11-14 and will include lifeguard demonstrations, hands-on practice, and pool/lake safety information. Bring your swimsuit and a willing attitude. Class is limited to 20 participants. To register for the clinic or for further information, contact Coach Randy at coachrandy@mvaquatics.org.

ROLLINS — Fibers on the Flathead Open Market and Visitors’ Day will be held at the Flathead Lake United Methodist Camp, 21339 Methodist Camp Road, in Rollins on Saturday, June 25, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Vendors will offer yarn, spinning and weaving supplies, pottery, hand-woven and felted items, baskets, and more. The Lakeside Story Gallery of handmade fiber arts items will be on display. Follow the sign at milepost 89 on Highway 93. No pets are allowed. For more information go to: http:// www.mawsonline.org/Conferences. html.

POLSON — The Polson Chamber of Commerce’s annual ‘Chamber Blast’ is on Saturday, June 25, at Polson Shooting Range. We will start with a quick beginner’s shooting clinic, followed by a shooter’s safety briefing. There will be a barbecue lunch and awards ceremony from 12:30-1:30 p.m. The cost is $110 per shooter, $330 per three-person team. Bring shotgun, eye protection, and ear protection. No experience necessary. The registration deadline is June 17. Send registration and checks to: Polson Chamber of Commerce.

POLSON — Learn more about dog behavior and your relationship with your best friend. Take a free class on Saturday, June 25, from 2-3 p.m. at Mission Valley Animal Shelter. This class is on “What Am I Feeding My Dog?” This class is open to everyone age 8 and over. Call 406-883-5312 for details and register.

RONAN — Barnyard Round-up Vacation Bible School will be held, Monday, June 27, through Thursday, June 30, from 9:30 a.m. until 11:45 a.m., at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ronan. Children ages 4 years through the fifth grade are welcome. We will study the 23rd Psalm and how Jesus cares for us every day. We will have stories, crafts, music, games and snacks each day. Call 406-745-3430, during the evening hours if you have questions.

POLSON — G-Force Vacation Bible Camp begins Monday, June 27, at the Polson United Methodist Church. Kids entering kindergarten through age 12, can experience the G-Force, God’s Love in Action Camp from 9 a.m.-noon, June 27- July 1. Kids will experience love through fun activities including music, puppets, story-time, games, science, crafts and mission. A light snack will be served. Camp will end with a Friday Celebration Day picnic provided for the campers and their families from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. A “Registration Day” from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, June 23, is scheduled at the church. Forms are available at the church office or go to: www. polsonumc.org. Camp costs are $10 per child or $20 per family up to four members. Scholarships are available. For more information call 406-883-6161 or email info@ polsonumc.org

YELLOW BAY — Flathead Lake Biological Station to present “Data and Donuts” Monday, June 27, from 10-11 a.m. at the station. Call 406- 982-3301 ext. 229 for more information.

POLSON — Fellowship Baptist Church on the corner of Seventh Ave. E and Main Street, is planning a Vacation Bible School for children in first-sixth grades, June 27-July 1. The program is free and goes from 9 a.m.-noon and includes healthy, hearty snacks, Bible missions, games, crafts, and music. Y’all come.

POLSON — Come watch the Mission Valley Junior Varsity Mariners play against the Montana Regulators during their home game, which begins at 3 p.m.