Saturday, June 6
Sandpiper Gallery presents new show 6/1 through 7/11
POLSON –– The Sandpiper Gallery presents the “Sky Above Us,” a show of Sandpiper member artists Sue Arneson (paintings), Jan Brooks (beaded tapestries), Marge Hendricks (paintings), Larry Kjorvestadt (photography), Jeff Morrow (leather work), with invited artists Chelsea Lipscomb (painting/sculpture) and Kelly Price (potter/sculpture) from June 1-July 11.
Saturday, June 6
Donate peanut butter at Don Aadsen Ford from 6/5 to 6/13
RONAN – Don Aadsen Ford, in conjunction with the Ford Focus on Child Hunger campaign, will collect jars of peanut butter to support Ronan Bread Basket’s summer demand for kid-friendly foods during the months when many children lose access to school nutrition programs. Bring jars of peanut butter to Don Aadsen Ford from June 5–13. We will also be at Ronan Harvest Foods on June 5 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. You can also give online at: www.fordfeedskids.org.
Saturday, June 6
Search/Rescue plans fundraising ride
POLSON — Lake County Search and Rescue will hold a fundraiser: an ATV, UTV, and Dirt Bike Poker Run on Saturday, June 6. The event will begin at 11:30 a.m. at Buffalo Bridge and end at Sloan Bridge with a barbecue dinner. Pre-registration will take place Friday, June 5, from 6-8 p.m. at the VFW in Polson. Late registration starts at 8 a.m. June 6. Registration fees are $35 for the first poker hand and a T-shirt; $10 for additional hands. Additional T-shirts will be available to purchase, $15 for children and $18 for adults. The top three hands will receive prizes. For more information, contact Hanna at (605) 212-1173.
Big Arm offers second day of yard sale
BIG ARM – Come join the Big Arm Association on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the historic Big Arm School. We will have a second day of our yard sale. Most items will be half-price or negotiable. Come pick up some bargains.
Celebrate birthdays at Co-op open mic night
POLSON — To celebrate community birthdays for the month of June, the Montana Co-op will hold an Open Mic night Saturday, June 6 from 6-10 p.m. The event is open to families and children of all ages to come have fun and sing, enjoy a potluck, and eat cakes to celebrate birthdays.
Fish, Wildlife, Parks meet in Polson
POLSON — A statewide meeting for the Dept. of Fish, Wildlife and Parks will take place in Polson June 6-8.
Luau set to remember Hamel
LAKE COUNTY — A life celebration “Luau” to remember Esther Knopp Hamel, who passed away Sept. 21, 2014, will be held 4 p.m. Saturday, June 6 at Leon Hall. Wear your Hawaiian shirt or mu-mu.
Olsen to display work at Ninepipes
CHARLO – The Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana will feature five artists during 2015 with the first featured artist being Charlo artist Olivia Olsen, who teaches art at The Red Poppy in Ronan. Olsen is an accomplished artist in many mediums, and teaches plein air workshops during the summer months. She will exhibit a selection of plein air oil, acrylic and encaustic paintings as well as a 3-D western collage. Stop by to say hello to Olivia and enjoy her art from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 6.
The museum is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Saturdays and group tours may be scheduled by calling 406-644-3435.
Search/Rescue to hold Poker Run fundraiser
POLSON — Lake County Search and Rescue will hold a fundraising event with an ATV, UTV, and Dirt Bike Poker Run on Saturday, June 6. The event will begin at 11:30 a.m. at Buffalo Bridge and ends at Sloan Bridge with a barbecue dinner. Pre-registration will take place Friday, June 5, from 6-8 p.m. at the VFW in Polson. Late registration starts at 8 a.m. June 13. Registration fees are $35 for the first poker hand and a T-shirt; $10 for additional hands. Additional T-shirts will be available to purchase: $15 for children and $18 for adults. The top three hands will receive prizes. For more information, contact Hannah at 605-212-1173.
Sunday, June 7
Piano concert to benefit pantry
ST. IGNATIUS — Brother and sister Josiah Pettit and Rachael Pettit will perform a piano concert with tunes from Beethoven, Debussy and Chopin on Sunday, June 7 at 4 p.m. at Mission Valley United Methodist Church, 70715 Highway 93 in St. Ignatius. The concert is Josiah’s Eagle Scout Service Project. Admission is a non-perishable dry and canned food, or fresh fruit, to be donated to The Bread Basket in Ronan. For more information call 406-676-8224.
Monday, June 8
Register for summer reading program
POLSON — The North Lake County Library Summer Reading Program registration begins at 10 a.m. on Monday, June 8.
The theme of this year’s program is, “Heroes”—with three sub-themes: for children: “Every Hero Has a Story;” for teens: “Unmask;” and for adults: “Escape the Ordinary.” For each benchmark they achieve, they receive a coupon or a prize and a ticket to enter raffle drawings. The raffle will be the final day of the Summer Reading Program.
School board to meet
POLSON – The Polson School Board meeting will be held on Monday, June 8, at 5:30 p.m. in the district conference room. The district office is located at 111 Fourth Ave., E.
Tuesday, June 9
Creator Camp to be held in Pablo
PABLO — Have fun learning about the Creator and His story June 9-11. After the summer eating program lunch at Pablo Elementary, kids may walk one block west to Pablo Baptist Church, and join us in games, crafts, and snacks from 1- 4 p.m. Free family night barbecue Friday, May 12 at 6 p.m. All kids welcome. Call Kelly at 406-675-3787 with any questions.
Set future healthcare directives at workshop
RONAN — What kind of medical care would you want if you were to become ill or injured? A free Advance Directives Workshop will be held Tuesday, June 9, from 10 a.m.-noon at Mission Valley Senior Center, 528 Main Street. For more information, call Frontier Hospice at 406-755-4923 or Lake County Coalition for Compassionate Care at 406-676-2367.
Wednesday, June 10
Auxiliary to meet
RONAN – The VFW Ladies Auxiliary 5652 will meet on Wednesday, June 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the VFW Hall in Ronan at 35981 Round Butte Rd. New members welcome. For information call Marge Fay, 406-676-3380.
Dance to Heart to Heart
POLSON — Support the community dance and don’t miss the opportunity to dance to Heart to Heart. They play great tunes and tempos. June 10 we will celebrate Hawaiian songs and dances. Grab some friends and be at the Elks on 6th and Main Street at 7 p.m. We dance until 10 p.m. and everyone is welcome. Weekly treats have been wonderful.
PAT group to make toys
POLSON – Plan to attend the Parents as Teachers Playgroup at the Lake County Health Department in Polson on Wednesday, June 10, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. On June 10 we will make personalized “roller toys” to encourage babies to crawl. Print out photos of your child and bring them with you or bring a camera with photos and we will print them out for you. Give us a call at 406-883-7288, if you have questions. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend this free program. See our Facebook page for more information: ,www.facebook.com/lakecountypat.
Future playgroup dates are June 24, July 15 and 29, and Aug. 12 and 26.
Support group to help grieving adults
POLSON — Partners In Home Care and Providence St. Joseph Medical Center will host a six-week bereavement support group for adults grieving the death of a loved one. 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 Wednesdays, June 10-July 15, from 4:30-6 p.m. at the Owens Conference room at St. Joseph Medical Center. Registration is required by June 5. Call Partners in Home Care at 406-327-3624 or Providence St. Joseph Medical Center at 406-883-8914 to register.
Thursday, June 11
Democrats to hold fundraising dinner, auction
RONAN — Lake County Democrats are hosting a fundraiser at the North Crow Clubhouse on Thursday, June 11, beginning with a silent auction at 5:30 p.m. and followed by a spaghetti dinner that costs $25 per adult. The keynote speaker is Nancy Keenan, executive Director of the Montana Democratic Party. Proceeds will help support 2016 election activities, including office rental.
Masumola Club to meet
POLSON — The Masumola Club will hold its final meeting before summer on June 11. All are welcome to attend the non-profit social organization meetings each Tuesday from September through June. Membership is open to anyone who wants to join. The clubhouse is located on Masumola Road off Rocky Point Road. Call Mac Swan at 406-253-0855, if you need more information.
Mowbray to share new book
POLSON – On Thursday, June 11, local award-winning writer Carmine Margo Mowbray will share her new work of historical fiction, “Havoc Red – Surviving the Alaska-Siberia Route, 1943,” at the Miracle of America Museum. This novel is set among the Army Air Force’s Seventh Ferrying Group that flew nearly 8,000 fighters and bombers from Great Falls to Fairbanks where Russians flew them on to the front. Mowbray will autograph copies of her book and is offering a discounted price of $15 with $5 of each sale going to the Museum. Treats and donations are welcome. For more information, call (406) 883-6264 or www.miracleofamericamuseum.org.
Note Fire Board meeting date change
POLSON — The Polson Rural Fire Board meeting will be held on Thursday, June 11, at 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Station. The meeting date change for June is due to scheduling conflicts.
Friday, June 12
Celebrate with tons of fun in Hot Springs
HOT SPRINGS — Hot Springs will celebrate their 66th annual Homesteader Days Friday-Sunday, June 12-14. There will be arts and crafts, food, a car show, street dances, a parade, games and a rodeo. For times and more information call (406) 741-2662.
Enjoy softball tournament in Polson
POLSON –– The Polson Splash Softball ASA tournament will be held at the softball complex from June 12-14. For details, visit: www.montanaasasoftball.com/asa6.htm
Free dinner served at Polson Presbyterian
POLSON — The June Friendship Table Dinner is on June 12 from 5-6:30 p.m. at Polson Presbyterian Church located across from Linderman Elementary School. Come join us. This dinner is free and open to all.
Saturday, June 13
Rummage sale to benefit Relay
ST. IGNATIUS — A rummage sale to support cancer research for “Relay for Life” will be held on June 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mission Valley United Methodist Church at the top of Post Creek Hill.
Watch race at speedway
POLSON – Mission Valley Speedway will have a race on Saturday, June 13, starting at 7 p.m., with late models, hobby stocks, and 4-cylinders.
Wear costumes for wellness run
PABLO — The Style 4 Miles Run 4 It 5k and 1 Mile Run/Walk will take place June 13 starting at the Joe McDonald Fitness Center at Salish Kootenai College. Costumes are encouraged with prizes for best adult, best youth, best duo or group and most creative.
Fees for the fundraising run start at $10 for the run only; $24 for run and runner’s pack. Payment must be received by May 27 to guarantee a runner’s pack. Register on line at prevention.skc.edu or pick up forms at Tribal Health Fitness Centers, Valley Banks and SKC Center for Prevention and Wellness. For more information, call 406-274-4926.
Young Eagles given free airplane rides
POLSON — The EAA chapter 1122 will be giving free airplane rides (weather permitting) for kids, (Young Eagles), ages 8-17 at the Polson airport on Saturday, June 13, from 9-11 a.m. A parent or legal guardian must be present to sign up their child.
Monday, June 15
Participate in Family Reading Program
RONAN — Registration begins for “Every Hero Has a Story,” the 2015 Family Summer Reading Program for the Ronan District Library and D’Arcy McNickle Library in Pablo on Monday, June 15. Readers of all ages receive incentive prizes, plus enter drawings for fantastic grand prizes. Register in person at either library, or online at RonanLibrary.org or call 406-676-3682.
Students may enter stories, poetry contest
RONAN — On June 15 students in grades 3-5 and 6-8 (fall 2015) can begin submitting short stories and/or poetry to the Short Story/Poetry Writing Contest at Ronan Library District, 203 Main Street, SW. Deadline for entries is Friday, July 24, at 7 p.m. Prizes for each age group are: $50, $35, $25. Stop by the Ronan Library or call 406-676-3682, for more information.
Tuesday, June 16
City attorney to address Neighborhood Watch group
ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Neighborhood Watch group is meeting at the Senior Citizen Center at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 16. James Lapotka, city attorney, will speak about the drug problem in Lake County.
New members welcome at Auxiliary
RONAN – The next meeting of the American Legion Auxiliary Ronan #138 is on Tuesday, June 16, at 7 p.m. They will meet at the American Legion Hall in Ronan, 63869 Highway 93 (next to Stageline Pizza). New members are welcome. For additional information, call 406-210-0381.
Support the Mariners
POLSON – Come support and watch the Mission Valley Mariners at O’Malley Field in Polson on June 16 at 4 p.m. against the Glacier Twins.
Wednesday, June 17
Combo shows off new bass player, new look
POLSON – Ken’s Country Combo will play at the Community Dance on Wednesday, June 17, at the Elks. The band has a new bass player and a new look. Come check them out. Bring a friend or two and join us from 7-10 p.m. Please bring a treat to share.
Join ‘Four Agreements’ discussion
POLSON — On Wednesday, June 17, come join a Community Circle with discussion of The Four Agreements from 7:15-8:30 p.m. at the Co-op, 401 Main Street. Pizza will be served.
Software training offered
RONAN – Allison McCarthy, an instructor with over 25 years of professional experience, will provide a Quick Books II software training at LCCDC, 407 Main Street, on June 17, between 9 a.m.-3 p.m. This workshop covers the purpose of accurately maintaining financial records for your business, working with fixed assets/depreciation, setting up long-term liabilities, memorized transactions, budgeting and cash flow, integrating with MS Office and much more. A $10 charge includes lunch. Register by calling Carol at 406-261-3200.
Western theme chosen for VBS
POLSON — Sonwest Roundup Vacation Bible School at Polson Alliance Church will have fun with games, crafts, songs, and more, all while learning about Christ in this western themed VBS. This is a three-day VBS held June 17-19, from 9 a.m.-noon for all kids age 3 to fifth grade. To register go online to: polsonalliancechurch.org, the form is under the ”events” tab.
Thursday, June 18
Celebrate anniversary at SPLASH
POLSON – Join Anderson Broadcasting as they celebrate their 40th anniversary on June 18 by hosting SPLASH from 5-7 p.m. at 36581 Reservoir Rd.
Sign up for free spay/neuter clinic
POLSON – LSAR is coordinating a free spay/neuter clinic for low-income households at the end of June. You must complete a sign up sheet to be on the appointment list. You can sign up on Thursday, June 18, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Walmart. Call 406-883-5978 or 406-253-2371, if you have questions.
Take part in ‘Outdoor game day’
POLSON — North Lake County Public Library weekly activities are on Thursday at 10 a.m. for school-age children. June 18 is “Outdoor game day.”
Friday, June 19
Chamber to hold annual Crab Fest
RONAN — The Ronan Area Chamber of Commerce will hold their 2015 Crab Fest on Friday, June 19, at 5 p.m. This event will take place at Bockman Park or may move to the Ronan Fairgrounds horticultural barn if it rains. Bring a beverage, a chair and crab pliers. Tickets are $30 each and $10 for children 10 and under. For more information, call 406-676-8300.