Friday, July 15
Boys and Girls Club announces summer program through Aug. 26
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.
Friday, July 15
Neil Simon’s ‘Fools’ to play in Polson
POLSON — The Port Polson Players in Association with the Mission Valley Friends of the Arts present “Fools” a comedy by Neil Simon. Shows will take place Wednesday-Saturday, July 1-17, at 8 p.m., Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. The Theater on the Lake is located on Highway 93 S at Boettcher Park. For reservations call 406-883-9212 or go to: portpolsonplayers@centurytel. net.
Friday, July 15
Jocko Valley Museum opens
ARLEE — The Arlee Jocko Valley Museum, run by the Arlee Historical Society, opens for the summer July 4 and will be open every other Saturday from 2-4 p.m. or by appointment, until Labor Day. The museum has many historical displays including many photographs of Native and homesteading families. There are hundreds of obituaries with genealogy information. There is also a military display commemorating those who have given their lives for this country. The Arlee Museum is located at corner of Bouch and Fyant (by the grade school). For more information or to arrange a viewing appointment, call 406-726-3167.
Friday, July 15
VBS offered at Big Arm church
BIG ARM — West Shore Community Church will have Vacation Bible School at the Big Arm Fire Station from 9 a.m.-noon from July 11-15 for children ages 4-11. There will be fun activities, including crafts and games along with a daily small snack. For more information, call 406- 849-5522 or go to: westschorecommunitychurch.org.
Enter Cherry Cook-off
POLSON — Consider cherries jubilee, cherry-limeade, cherry bourbon ice cream, grilled trout with cherry salsa, cherry-rosemary sea salt focaccia, and who could forget cherry pie? It’s time to dig through your recipe box to find your best recipe featuring Montana cherries. In conjunction with the Montana Cherry Symposium on Sept. 14 at the KwaTaqNuk the Montana Cherry Advisory Committee will host a Cherry Cook-Off. If you are interested in entering the Cherry Cook-Off, registration forms can be found online at: www.agr. mt.gov/agr/producer/checkoff/ cherries. Recipes should be original, creative, and easy to prepare. All submissions should be sent to the Montana Department of Agriculture by Friday, July 15. After the deadline, entries will be screened and eight will be chosen to participate in the live cook-off on Sept. 14. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three chefs, as well as one People’s Choice award winner.
Library game day, movies alternate on Fridays
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library holds game days and Friday flicks on alternative weeks from 3:45-5:15 p.m. in the library meeting room. For more information contact the library at 406-883-8225.
Saturday, July 16
Cherry Festival happening on Main Street
POLSON — Polson Main Street Flathead Cherry Festival will be held Saturday, July 16, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, July 17, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Come enjoy the great selection of vendors, Flathead Cherries, homemade cherry pies, cherry quilts on display in store windows, unique arts and crafts, entertainment, sidewalk sales and specials all weekend long. For more information call 406-883-3667.
History Days on tap at MOAM
POLSON — Mark your calendars for a fun-filled weekend at the Miracle of America Museum located at 36094 Memory Lane on July 16-17. There will be historic movies Saturday morning and Sunday afternoon. If you or a friend could do a pioneer craft or activity or help operate or demonstrate some of our pioneer artifacts please contact Gil at 406-883-6264 or www.miracleofamericamuseum. org.
Mariners set to play
POLSON — Come watch the Mission Valley Varsity Mariners play against the K. Valley Rangers during their home game, which begins at 2 p.m.
Plains holds first basketball shootout
PLAINS — Mission Valley 3-on-3 will host three basketball tournaments over the course of the summer. The first annual Plains Wild Horse Shootout will be held July 16 to benefit the Wildhorse Sports Association, a local charity developing a new sports complex for Plains and Sanders County. For more information, visit missionvalley3on3. com.
Run, support the Boys and Girls Club
POLSON — The Boys and Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation and Lake County will sponsor the third annual Polson Mud Run on Saturday, July 16, at 9 a.m. (to open the Cherry Festival). This is a fun-filled, muddy, 5K obstacle course held at the Polson Fairgrounds. Registration can be found on flatheadbgc.org.
Monday, July 18
Estonian choir to present free concert in Polson
POLSON — The Polson community will have an opportunity to hear the accomplished Ellerhein Girls' Choir during a free concert on Monday, July 18, at 7 p.m. at the Polson High School auditorium. The choir from Tallinn, Estonia, is traveling to the United States to participate in the International Choral Festival in Missoula. The Ellerhein Choir members are young women ranging in age from 14-19 years old, and who perform both classical and contemporary choral music. The choir has won international competitions and was nominated for a Grammy in 2004.
Multi-age activities held at library
POLSON — At 10 a.m. on Mondays, North Lake County Library Public Library holds Mother Goose book and finger plays for the little ones. Makerspace hands-on activities for children of all ages are held Mondays from 1-3 p.m. For more information contact the library at 406-883-8225.
Tuesday, July 19
Commodities are available to seniors
RONAN — Senior commodities will be delivered on Tuesday, July 19, 2016. If you are over 60 years of age and would like to receive commodities, please call our office at 406-676-2367 for information or an application. Commodities are available every other month and include approximately $100 worth of food. For more information call 406-676-2367.
Enjoy two evenings of Flathead Lake Blues Festival
POLSON — The sixth annual Flathead Lake Blues Festival will provide two evenings of great music on Friday, Aug. 19, and Saturday, Aug. 20. Friday’s music is from 6 p.m.-midnight, on Salish Point (on the shore of Polson Bay between Sacajawea Park and KwaTaqNuk Resort). Friday’s bands are: Robin Barrett and the Coyote Kings; The C.B. Woodbury Band; Polly O’Keary and the Rhythm Method; and Rand Oxford’s All Stars Slam! Tickets for both days are $40 in advance online or $50 at the gate or $20 for Friday only. Camping will be available. For more information, visit: flatheadlakebluesfestival. com.
Law Center assistance offered
POLSON — Missoula Self Help Law Center will be in Polson on Tuesday, July 19, 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 please call 406-258-3428.
Ronan Airport master plan topic of meeting
RONAN — The kickoff meeting for the Ronan Airport Master Plan will be held July 19 in the Pilots’ Lounge at the Ronan Airport. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. and should last an hour and a half (until 8 p.m.)
We will be discussing the airport master planning process and project schedule, as well as information regarding the existing airfield.
Please join us.
Wednesday, July 20
Ken’s Country Combo to play at community dance
POLSON — The regular Wednesday community dance is at the Elks on July 20. There was a great crowd last time so come and join the fun from 7-10 p.m. Ken’s Country Combo will play for everyone.
Pre-order cherries, support club
RONAN — The Ronan Boys and Girls Club is fundraising by selling Flathead cherries. Two pounds will sell for $5 and 20-pound lugs will sell for $30. Lambert, Lapin and Rainier cherries are projected to be available by mid-July. Rainier cherries will sell for $8 for two pounds. Pre-order by calling 406-676-9211 or emailing: bgccherries@gmail.com. All money collected goes directly to the club.
Thursday, July 21
Deadline for Lake County Fair open class entries set
RONAN — On Thursday, July 21, open class entries for the Lake County Fair are due at 4 p.m. in the Lake County Fair office.
Library closed this day
RONAN — Ronan District Library is closed on the third Thursday of each month.
Making cherry juice discussed at Kiwanis Club
POLSON — The Kiwanis Club meets the first and third Thursday of each month at the KwaTaqNuk Resort, Koostatah Room from noon-1 p.m. Our speaker this Thursday will be Gary Snow from the new company that will be making juice out of the Flathead Cherries. Everyone is welcome.
P.E.O.s invited to picnic lunch
POLSON — P.E.O. Mission Mountain Reciprocity Group invites all P.E.O. members to its annual brown bag lunch. The picnic will be held Thursday, July 21, at 11:30 a.m. at Boettcher Park. Use the “Old Nine” Polson Golf Course entrance to get to the covered picnic table area at the park. This event welcomes all P.E.O. members who may be visiting the area, as well as members from local Chapters AI, BS, BY and CA. Attendees are encouraged to bring guests along with their lunches and drinks. Dessert will be provided. P.E.O. is an international philanthropic education organization whose main mission is promoting educational opportunities for women.
SPLASH at the KwaTaqNuk
POLSON — Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour will be held on Thursday, July 21, from 5-7 p.m. Your host will be KwaTaqNuk Resort and Casino located at 49708 Highway 93 E. The monthly Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour offers participants the chance to network and learn more about the featured business every month. For additional information about this and other Chamber programs, visit www.polsonchamber.com or call 406-883-5969.
Friday, July 22
Basketball tournament returns to Polson
POLSON — This 3-on-3 basketball tournament is played in the streets of downtown Polson, July 22- 24, just a slam dunk away from beautiful Flathead Lake. Join one of the most fun and popular athletic events in Montana. Financial support provided mainly through team fees and corporate sponsors has enabled 3-on-3 to donate its net proceeds to local charities. Play hard, laugh a lot and lend a hand to this charitable event. For signup information go to: www.flatheadlake3on3. com.
Library game day, movies alternate on Fridays
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library holds game days and Friday flicks on alternative weeks from 3:45-5:15 p.m. in the library meeting room. For more information contact the library at 406-883-8225.
Listen to Americana music
HOT SPRINGS — Enjoy Americana music provided by Mark Chase at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.
Little Miss and Mr. Good Old Days Pageants on tap
ST. IGNATIUS — The fourth annual Little Miss and Mr. Good Old Days Pageant will be held on July 22 at the St. Ignatius Elementary School cafeteria/multipurpose room. The pageant event for ages birth to 6 years old will take place at 10 a.m. followed by 7 year olds to 12 year olds at 1 p.m. and 13 to 18 year olds at 4 p.m. You may register online at: missionmountainpageant@ weebley.com or call 406-396- 7838.
Rummage sale proceeds benefit PEO scholarships
RONAN — The Lower Mission Valley Chapter of PEO will hold their annual rummage sale on July 22, on the west side of Ronan Glacier Bank, across from the city park. It will be open from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Baked goods, clothing, household goods, accessories, books, games and miscellaneous items will be available for sale. All proceeds from the sale will be used for PEO sponsored scholarships for women.
Saturday, July 23
Barton plays the piano
HOT SPRINGS — Enjoy piano playing and vocals by Craig Barton at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.
Sunday, July 24
EAA hosts fly-in
ST. IGNATIUS — Chapter 1122 of the Experimental Aircraft Association will host a Fly-In at the St. Ignatius Airport on Sunday, July 24, and admission is free. The public is invited to join pilots for an exciting day of aviation activities, beginning with a pancake breakfast at 8 a.m. There will be static displays, float-planes, antique aircraft, experimental airplanes, and home-builts.
Fair begins with shotgun event
RONAN — Lake County Fair to hold shotgun event at Big Sky Sporting Clays at 10 a.m.
Monday, July 25
Lake County Fair begins
RONAN — The Lake County Fair begins in Ronan. The mini-horse is at 8:30 a.m.; the horse show is at 11:30 a.m. and interview judging will take place at noon.
Mother Goose, Makerspace activities held
POLSON — At 10 a.m. on Mondays, North Lake County Library Public Library hold Mother Goose book and finger plays for the little ones. Makerspace hands-on activities for children of all ages are held Mondays from 1-3 p.m. For more information contact the library at 406-883-8225.
Tuesday, July 26
Fair schedule includes dogs, poultry
RONAN — 4-H dog obedience and showmanship/ rally and agility will take place at the Lake County Fair from 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; large animal check-in is from 3-7 p.m.; 4-H family style dinner is from 5-8 p.m.; non-perishable open class check-in is from 5-8 p.m.; 4-H and open class poultry/rabbit check-in is from 6-8 p.m. and from 6-9 p.m. large animal weigh-in takes place.
Learn to grill vegetables
POLSON — 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. Learn techniques on grilling vegetables and make a fresh salad out of the SKC garden from 2-4 p.m. at the campus greenhouse. The extension team at 58138 Highway 93, Pablo, will teach the class. Space is limited; sign up at the Polson Farmer’s Market.
Wednesday, July 27
Attention cherry growers, other producers
YELLOW BAY — The Montana Dept. of Agriculture (MDA) is offering a free informative meeting on the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) and the recent revisions (Oct. 2015) to the standard, to be held Wednesday July 27, at 3 p.m. at the Yellow Bay Community Clubhouse, Highway 35, mile-marker 18.
Blues Festival opens in Hot Springs
HOT SPRINGS — The Blues Festival opener will be provided by Too Slim and the Taildraggers at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.
Call soon to participate in the Fair Talent Show
RONAN — We need you to come and participate in our incredible Fair Talent Show. There are two categories for youth and adults. We award three winners in each category. The prizes are cash and it is really fun. There are limited slots, so contact the fair office or Jim Pettit as soon as possible for more information at 406- 676-8224.
Fair barns open July 27 through July 30
RONAN — The Lake County Fair Livestock Barns will be open to the public 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 27-Saturday, July 30.
Market beef judging ends the day at fair
RONAN — Judges’ orientation begins at 8 a.m.; perishable open class is from 9 a.m.-noon; swine showmanship/judging is from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; llama/ alpaca showmanship/judging begins at 10 a.m.; cat show is at 3 p.m.; open class judges orientation at 5 p.m.; 4-H family style dinner and entertainment from 5-8 p.m.; open class judging from 6-9 p.m.; market beef judging at 7 p.m.
Pheasants, partridge seasons discussed
POLSON — The Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board will meet on Wednesday, July 27, at 6 p.m. at the Polson City Library. The agenda includes discussion of Pheasant and Hungarian Partridge seasons, waterfowl regulations, and State projects and accomplishments. Board Chairman Terry Tanner invites the public to attend and ask questions or express their views.
Sexual assault support group meets Wednesdays
PABLO — An adult sexual assault support group meets Wednesdays at SKC’S Agnes Vanderburg Building in room 101, from 4:30-6 p.m. Sexual violence can look many ways - incest, rape, attempted rape, fondling, or any unwanted sexual contact. These acts are never the survivor’s fault. Gather with us on Wednesday evenings for support and healing. Childcare and snacks will be offered. Call 406-745-3525 for more information.
Thursday, July 28
Annual ‘Bug Race’ takes place
POLSON — The North Lake County Library will hold its 31st annual “Bug Race” at the VFW on July 28 at 10 a.m. A youth writing club meets at the library from 1-3 p.m. For more information call the library at 406-883-8225.
Fair day begins with judges’ orientation
RONAN — Judges’ orientation takes place at 8:30 a.m.; sheep showmanship at 9 a.m.; market sheep judging at 11 a.m. followed by market goat judging and goat showmanship; 2 p.m. dairy showmanship/ judging; 2:30 p.m. poultry showmanship/judging; 4 p.m. fashion revue; 5 p.m. entertainment; 5:30 p.m. buyer’s recognition dinner; 7 p.m. market livestock sale.
Mexican food on tap at Community Dinner
POLSON — Ole! A free Community Dinner will be served Mexican style at Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E, on Thursday, July 28, at 6 p.m. All are welcome.
Miracle of America shows classic, ‘Wizard of Oz’
POLSON — The classic movie, “The Wizard of Oz,” will be shown and a discussion of background information about the movie will take place at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of the month. This monthly event called, “Free Night at the Museum,” takes place at The Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane. For more information call 406-883-6804 or go to: http://www.miracleofamericamuseum. org.
Quilts displayed at Quilt Guild show
RONAN — Come see the Mission Mountain Quilt Guild’s 2016 quilt show held Thursday, July 28, through Saturday July 30, at the K. William Harvey Elementary School gym. Show hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday.