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.

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.

RONAN — Warwick Workout Advanced Offensive Basketball Skills Girls Camp is designed for players at Ronan School District who are looking to enhance and expand their skill set. Workout trainers will work with players to excel at their respective positions through progression based teaching and repetition. The camp will focus on shooting skills, finishing drills and ball handling. The camp is from Thursday, June 7 to Saturday, June 9. The cost is $40 and athletes receive a T-shirt. Call Steve Woll at 406-261-1521 or email him at: steve.woll@ronank12.edu for more information.

HOT SPRINGS — The 70th annual Homesteader Days celebration is a family fun weekend June 8-10 with arts and crafts, parades, a two-day rodeo, food booths on Main Street and a street dance. For more information call 406- 741-2662.

POLSON – The Polson Splash Classic Softball ASA tournament will be held at the Polson softball complex (behind Cherry Valley Elementary School) on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 8, 9 and 10. Thirty-four teams from all over Montana and Washington compete in games starting at 5 p.m. on Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday. For details, call Kelley Druyvestein at 406-253-1590.

BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association will host our annual Pancake Breakfast from 8-11 a.m. at our historic Big Arm School on Saturday, June 9. Come enjoy pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice and coffee. Donations will be gladly accepted. For more information call 406-849-5064.

POLSON — Saturday racing at Mission Valley Raceway 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.

BISON RANGE — Please join us on Sunday, June 10, to celebrate Race Unity Day with a picnic at the National Bison Range picnic grounds, from noon-3 p.m. We will offer crafts and games for all ages to promote the virtues of kindness, equity, unity, and good will towards all. Our goal is to help create just, joyful, and healthy communities. Everyone is most welcome. Please bring your family and friends. You may bring a dish to share or not. There is always plenty. For more information, call 406-872-2222 (local Baha’i voice mail). Sponsored by the Baha’is of the Flathead Reservation.

POLSON — The Mission Valley Jr. Golf Camp is free and open to youth going into the first through the eighth grade at the Polson Golf Course. Call Cameron Milton at 406-883-8230 for more information. The camp takes place from 8 a.m. – noon on Monday, June 11 and repeats on June 12 and 13.

POLSON — The regular monthly meeting of the Polson Rural Fire District Board of Trustees will take place on Wednesday, June 13, at 6 p.m. at Polson Fairgrounds Station no. 1 meeting room, 25-B Regatta Rd. Website: lakemt.gov/prfd

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library is hosting a free Thursday morning program from 10 – 11 a.m. Children of all ages are welcome. Programs emphasize Science, Technology, Engineering and Math principles. Call 406-883- 8225 for more information.

POLSON — PEACE hosts a discussion on how to recognize signs that your teen might be in an abusive relationship and effective strategies for helping them. Everyone is welcome. Ice cream sundaes will be served. The meeting will take place from 6:30-8 p.m. in the New Life Church, 1414 2nd St W in the Breakout Kids room off of the lower parking area entrance.

PABLO — Five-time NBA world champion Michael Cooper of the Los Angeles Lakers will hold a basketball camp at SKC on June 14-15, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and is open to the first 65 campers for both girls and boys grades 4-12. The cost is $70 and includes lunch for both days and a camp T-shirt. For more information call 406-212-1699.

MISSION VALLEY — The 33nd Annual Montana Senior Olympic Games will be held in the Pablo, Polson, Ronan areas on June 14-16, 2018. This involves competition in 14 different sports for men and women who are 50 years of age and older. The sports include: archery, bowling, badminton, cycling, basketball, golf, horseshoes, pickle ball, race-walk, tennis, table tennis, road race, swimming and track & field. Gold, silver and bronze medals will be awarded. Social events include a pasta buffet on Thursday, June 14 at the Polson Elks, for $11 at 7 p.m. (No host cocktails at 6 p.m.) A banquet and opening ceremonies will take place on Friday, June 15, at the Polson Elks, at 7 p.m. for $19. (No host cocktails at 6 p.m.) For more information, go to the website at: http:// montana.fusesport.com or call 406-586-5543.

POLSON – The Kiwanis Club is hosting a local beer and wine fest from 6-9 p.m. at the KOA Campground in Polson on June 15. This fundraiser supports local Kiwanis community projects including scholarships, the Boys and Girls Club, Boy Scouts, Special Olympics and the Polson Middle School band.

BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association is hosting a Book Signing-Concert-Ice Cream Social on Friday, June 15, at 6 p.m. at the historic Big Arm School. This event will feature Charles Lutz and his new historical fiction book entitled, “EYES to the Sky.” Charles will also sing songs from the WWI, era while playing his banjo. It should be a wonderful evening. Come enjoy some ice cream and this fascinating presentation with neighbors and friends. For more information, call 406-849-5064.

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library will host a meeting with Polson’s new K-9 Officer Brody at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 15.

RONAN – Come on over to a farm-to-table western- style cookout at the Lake County Fairgrounds on Friday, June 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person with a cash bar. This fundraiser supports the Lake County Community Development Corporation. For more information call 406-676-5901.

POLSON — The Polson Golf Course will hold the Pitch, Putt and Drive Contest, the culmination of the junior camp week. The contest is from noon-4 p.m. and is followed by awards and a potluck barbecue.

POLSON – The public is invited to attend the Montana PBS Library Tour’s “Meet Clifford” event for photo opportunities and crafts at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 16 at the North Lake County Public Library. Discover, create and learn all about music.

POLSON — Saturday racing at Mission Valley Raceway will have Hobbys, Hornets, Big Sky West Coast Lates, Thunderstocks and Bandoleros. 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.

POLSON — Polson Motorcoach and RV serves from 8-10:30 a.m. free huckleberry or regular pancakes to all Dads for free on Father’s Day.

POLSON — At 1 p.m. in Polson on Sunday, June 17, the Mission Valley Mariners Varsity Team will play the Varsity Kalispell A Team.

POLSON — The Father’s Day Scramble golf tournament at Polson Golf Course will close the 18-hole course. The 9-hole course will be available for play. Call 406- 883-8230 for more information.

ST. IGNATIUS — On June 18, 19, and 20, Iron Dog Wrestling Camp will be held in the St. Ignatius High School Gym. Camp starts at 9 a.m. on Monday, June 18. Registration opens at 8:45 a.m. Camp is open to all wrestlers grades K-12. Please call Coach Cronk at 406- 210-0874, if you have any questions.

NINEPIPE — Ninepipe Arts Group is sponsoring its annual Art Camp in Charlo on Monday-Thursday, June 18-21. The theme this year is Wild About Art. Camp is from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; bring a lunch but snacks are provided. There are a few spots open for all age groups. For more information or to enroll call 406-644-2311.

POLSON — Join the Parents as Teacher home visitors as we partner with Youth Services Librarian Kendra during the North Lake County Public Library’s Mother Goose Story Hour at 10 a.m. on Monday, June 18.The theme will be about fishing and summer solstice. We’ll have activities, treats, and of course, Kendra will read us fun books on the topics. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend the Parents as Teachers Community Connections. This is a good chance to meet other families with young children, and to learn more about the Parents as Teachers Home Visiting program. We’ll have a drawing for a door prize, and we often give out free books to the children in attendance. Call LCPH at 406-883-7288 if you have questions about the event, or the Parents as Teachers Home Visiting program in general – it’s free and fun.

POLSON — “Let Me Tell You My Story,” an art exhibit of Members Only artists, is an open show featuring Sandpiper member artists past and present at the Sandpiper Art and Gift Gallery, 306 Main Street. Gallery hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday.

POLSON — The North Lake County Library will offer “Adulting 101” classes the third Tuesday of each month. This program is intended to help prepare the future of our nation to go out into the world (mostly) ready to survive as a new adult. On Tuesday, June 19, they will cover the basics of how to live at home – laundry, cooking, sewing and mending, plumbing, electrical, and vehicle maintenance.

RONAN — The Mission Mountain Quilt Guild will hold its June meeting on Tuesday, June 19, at 6:30 p.m. at the Terrace Lake Community Church. It will be our last meeting before the quilt show. Refreshments will be provided by Colleen Fenimore, Mary Heuer and Marion Sands. Remember to invite someone to the guild and don’t forget your show and tell.

POLSON – A Smart Driver Course will be taught at the Polson Senior Center from 8:30-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. on Tuesday, June 19. Call 406-883-4735 for a reservation.

POLSON — Join us for a night of dancing on Wednesday, June 20, from 7-10 p.m. at the Elks in Polson, on Main Street. Enjoy dancing to the band of Ken’s Combo, playing country classic, music from the '50s, '60s and '70s, and soft rock. There is a little bit of everything: waltz, one-step, two-step, cha-cha, or whatever you would like to do. This is a community dance and everyone is welcome. You do not have to be an Elk member to attend. Dress is casual. We would love to see some young dancers come and have some fun with us too. If you don’t know how to dance there are enough of us that can help you learn. It really is fun. The third Wednesday of each month is our Birthday dance where we have cake to celebrate everyone’s birthday in that month. Cover charge is $5 per person. Drinks, and soft drinks are available for purchase at the bar and water and coffee are free. We break for free snacks from 8:30-9 p.m.

POLSON — At 3 p.m. on Wednesday, June 20, the Mission Valley Mariners JV Team will play the Missoula B Team.

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library is hosting a free Thursday morning program from 10–11 a.m. Children of all ages are welcome. Programs emphasize Science, Technology, Engineering and Math principles. On Thursday, June 21, Allen Bone from the Audubon Society will be giving a presentation on “Living Dinosaurs.” Call 406-883- 8225 for more information.

RONAN — Ronan School District will offer a Wrestling Camp from June 21-23 at the Activities Center. Breakfast and lunch are included and breakfast starts at 8 a.m. Bring headgear, shoes etc. This camp will teach technique, drills, and skills for all age levels and abilities. Develop a championship style. The cost is $40 per wrestler. Call 406-671- 6615 for more information.

ARLEE — At 5 p.m. there will be an opening kick-off event at the Arlee Powwow grounds. From 6 p.m. to midnight play midnight hoops. A dinner will be served from 9-10 p.m.

POLSON — Sponsor of the June SPLASH (Support Late Afternoon Social Hour) is St. Luke Community Healthcare. The event will be held on Thursday, June 21, from 5-7:00 p.m. at St. Luke Community Clinic.

POLSON — A reception for a Members Only Open Show entitled, “Let Me Tell You My Story,” will take place from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, June 22, at the Sandpiper Art and Gift Gallery, 306 Main Street.

POLSON – The Mission Mountain NRA Rodeo will be held at the Polson Fairgrounds, 320 Regatta Road, June 22-23. Youth events including mutton bustin’ and mini bull riding begin at 6:30 p.m. NRA Rodeo starts at 7:30 p.m. NRA events include bareback, steer wrestling, saddle bronc, team roping, tie down toping, ladies and youth breakaway roping and bull riding. Tickets are $10/adult, $5/children under 12 and available at gate, no pre-sale tickets. Food, beverage and beer garden concessions available. Live music is planned after Friday night’s performance. Free vendors fair, no food items. Call Sharon at 261-2861 for more info. For general rodeo info call 883-1100.

RONAN — On June 22, the Ronan Area Chamber of Commerce will present “Crab Fest 2018,” which is a benefit for the Bockman (Ronan City) Parks. The dinner will begin at 5 p.m. and will take place at Bockman Park. Tickets are $35 per person,$10 for children 10 years of age and under, or $60 per couple. Purchase tickets at Ronan Flower Mill, Valley Banks, Ronan Napa, Glacier Bank, Bank-Polson, Access Montana and Ronan Power Products. Enjoy fresh crab boiled right there for you. Bring your own beverages, crab pliers and appetite. For more information, call the Ronan Chamber at 406- 676-8300. (Only in the case of severe weather will the event be moved to the Ronan Fairgrounds.)

ARLEE — A “Strengthening Our Families” Youth Conference will be held on June 22 at the Arlee Powwow grounds. The opening and lunch will be served from noon-1 p.m. and guest speaker Thompson Brothers will give a presentation from 1-2:30 p.m. From 2:30-4:30 p.m. there will be breakout sessions with many activities. Personal stories from “Wrapped in Love” – survivors of suicide will take place. Dinner will be served from 6-7 p.m. and a youth dance hosted by Arlee Youth Connections will take place from 8-11 p.m.