Thursday, July 15
Ag Field Day held in Creston
Local farmers are welcome to attend the annual Field Day at the Northwestern Agricultural Research Center, located at 4570 Highway 35 in Creston, on Thursday, July 15, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., with lunch included. Topics will include nutrient and moisture levels of alfalfa dormancy and warm season forages, winter canola planting date and variety options, winter wheat varieties, forage barley, cool-season forages, and spring wheat herbicide program. Space is limited. Please RSVP to 406-755-4303 or email charlene.kazmier@montana.edu by Thursday, July 8, 2021.
Book sale held at Jocko Valley Library
ARLEE — The Jocko Valley Library will have an outdoor book sale on Friday, July 16, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on the lawn outside the library. There are books for all ages and interests. Most books are .25 cents each. For more information call 406-544-9322.
Field Day held in Creston
Local farmers are welcome to attend the annual Field Day at the Northwestern Agricultural Research Center, located at 4570 U.S. Highway 35 in Creston, on Thursday, July 15, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., with lunch included. Topics will include nutrient and moisture levels of alfalfa dormancy and warm season forages, winter canola planting date and variety options, winter wheat varieties, forage barley, cool-season forages, and spring wheat herbicide program. Space is limited. Please RSVP to 406-755-4303 or email charlene.kazmier@montana.edu by Thursday, July 8, 2021.
Hear from natural resources instructor
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program takes place on Thursday mornings starting at 10 a.m. We plan to meet in Sacajawea Park across the street from the library. If there is bad weather, the program will be held in the library. Please come wearing a mask. If attendance allows for social distancing, masks can be removed.
On July 15 Georgia Smies, a natural resources instructor from the Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes, will speak.
Three-day, ‘Montana 200’ offers $10,000 prize
POLSON — The Mission Valley Speedway Superoval, at 1113 N. Reservoir Rd., is the site of the three-day “Montana 200.” The event offers $10,000 to win. Thursday, July 15, is open practice. Friday, July 16, is qualifying, T Dash, positioning heats, and Hobby Stocks. Saturday, July 17, Legends, LCQ, and Super Late Model Montana 200 will be held. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for children 8-14 with children 7 and under free. Seniors 55 and older pay an $8 admission fee. Time trials begin at 6 p.m. and racing begins at 7 p.m. Call 406-212-8159 for more information.
Friday, July 16
Enjoy potluck, information from fire chief
BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association will host a potluck dinner at our historic Big Arm School on Friday, July 16, at 6 p.m. Bring your favorite dish to share with neighbors and friends.
Our guest speaker for the evening will be Fire Chief Gordon Gieser. It will be an informative evening. Hope to see you there. For more information contact Nancy or Jeff Foster at 406-849-5064.
Family Table potato bar on tap at Wander Inn
POLSON — Family Table will be serving a potato bar on Friday, July 16. This is a free meal, served from 5-7 p.m. at the Wander Inn. This program will continue to provide a free meal every Friday from 5- 7 p.m.
The Wander Inn is located on the corner of Seventh Ave. W and First Street W, just north of Cherry Valley School. Please consider participating in this important community resource by volunteering your services and/or financial contributions.
We also welcome farm, garden, orchard and ranch products. Our goal is to serve healthy meals with an emphasis on locally grown. For more information, contact organizers at 406-239-9987 or 406-871-1109.
Good Old Days welcomes all with BBQ
ST. IGNATIUS — Good Old Days welcomes all with a barbecue meal on Friday, July 16.
Saturday, July 17
‘Using Gold Leaf’ class taught
POLSON — Instructor Judy Wright will teach a class on using gold leaf at Sandpiper Gallery on Saturday, July 17, from 1-4 p.m. Cost of the class is $65 with all materials included. This class is for adults.
Buffalo Run offers run options
ST. IGNATIUS — The Buffalo Run is part of Good Old Days in St. Ignatius, which is filled with family-fun events and festivities. Proceeds from the Buffalo Run benefit the St. Ignatius Chamber of Commerce. The half marathon starts on July 17 promptly at 7 a.m. and the 1, 4, and 7-mile fun runs begin at 8 a.m. All races start on Main Street in front of Gambles. Open to all ages, the cost is $25 per person. Register online at: http://www.runsignup.com/Race/MT/SaintIgnatius/GoodOldDaysBuffaloRun
Enjoy a week of Lake County Fair
RONAN — The annual Lake County Fair is a big event in the lives of many boys, girls and adults in the area, especially for 4-H and FFA students. Go to: lakemt.gov/fair/events.html for event schedules or pick up a Fair Book from local retailers. The Fair Book can also be viewed digitally at www.valleyjournal.net. Just click the cover link on the left side of the home page.
Join Bump, Set, Splat Mud Volleyball Tournament
POLSON — The Polson Fairgrounds is site of the first annual Bump, Set, Splat Mud Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, July 17, starting at 9 a.m. Those 14 and older can sign up in teams of six for a $150 team entry fee. Dry camping will be available at the fairgrounds on Friday and Saturday night. Call 406-883-0521 or go to flatheadbgc.org/splat, for more information and to register. All proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation and Lake County.
Sunday, July 18
Join shotgun competition
POLSON — Beginning at 10 a.m. on Sunday, July 18, a shotgun competition will take place at Big Sky Sporting Clays. Call 406-883-2000 for information.
Tuesday, July 20
Dog show scheduled
RONAN — Watch the Lake County Fair dog show at the fairgrounds from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
PHS Class of 1980 to hold reunion
POLSON — The Polson High School Class of 1980 is celebrating their “40+1 Reunion Extravaganza” July 20-25.
In addition to the traditional three-day weekend schedule that includes a Friday meet and greet, a Saturday banquet and a Sunday farewell picnic, the classmates attending all six days, have the opportunity to experience many other Flathead Valley activities.
Week activities being offered: boating, river rafting, bowling, skeet shooting, hiking, fishing, karaoke, a scavenger hunt, a sunrise service, a Showboat Theatre movie, The Port Polson Players play, and day trips to The Bison Range, Whitefish Mtn or Glacier Park.
Reunion fees for the three usual, weekend functions are $50 per person. The weekly activities are paid for at time of the event. For more information contact Marcia (Smith) Rosser or Roger Grinde at: phs1980@yahoo.com. After 40 years, it has been difficult to locate all the classmates.
The organizers have tried very hard. If you have not been contacted, please, email: phs1980@yahoo.com or visit our PHS Class of 1980 Facebook page and join the fun
Wednesday, July 21
Dinner on tap at fair
RONAN — Enjoy a family style dinner at the fairgrounds at 5 p.m. Market livestock weigh-in happens between 6-8 p.m. Open class judging from 7-9 p.m.
Thursday, July 22
Listen to Flathead Biological Station presentation
POLSON — The Summer Reading Program at North Lake County Public Library is for everyone and all ages. You can still register. Special programs will be held on Thursday mornings starting at 10 a.m. We plan to meet in Sacajawea Park across the street from the library. If there is bad weather, the program will be held in the library. Please come wearing a mask. If attendance allows for social distancing, masks can be removed.
On July 22 Stephanie Hummel from Flathead Lake Biological Station will give a presentation.
Watch livestock shows, more at fair
RONAN — Market swine and showmanship takes place from 8-11:30 a.m. at the Lake County Fair.
The Kid Zone’s games and activities continue from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sheep Judging happens at noon. Sheep showmanship and breeding is from 2-3 p.m. Market beef judging takes place from noon to 2 p.m. The cat show follows sheep breeding and showmanship at approximately 3 p.m.
The fashion show is at 4:30 p.m. Small fry stock show takes place at 5 p.m. The market livestock sale begins at 7 p.m.
Friday, July 23
Boys & Girls Club members perform ‘Johnny Appleseed
RONAN — Missoula Children’s Theatre’s production of Johnny Appleseed will take place on Friday, July 23, at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Ronan Performing Arts Center. This is open to the public and free but donations are accepted.
Mini horses start Fair day
RONAN — The Lake County Fair begins with the horse show (mini horses first) at 10 a.m.
At 3 p.m. poultry judging and showmanship will begin. Kid Zone games and activities take place all day from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
The Ronan Chamber of Commerce’s Crab Fest begins at 5 p.m. (Tickets must be pre-purchased from the Ronan Chamber of Commerce. Call 406-676-8300 for more info.)
Rabbit judging and showmanship takes place at 6 p.m.
The Ambassador Dance takes place from 9-11 p.m.
Saturday, July 24
Art festival draws fine artists and artisans
POLSON — Flathead Lake Festival of Art 2021 takes place on the edge of the bay at Sacajawea Park, three blocks from downtown Polson. Sacajawea Park is a scenic location, highly visible from U.S. Highway 93, with direct views of the Mission Mountains across the bay. This festival emphasizes quality fine art and fine craft from Montana and the northwest.
Categories include painting, drawing, jewelry, clay, glass, sculpture, photography, wood, leather, fiber, basketry, and mixed media.
Beef, dairy, goats on stage at fair
RONAN — The Kid Zone at the Lake County Fair is open from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Beef and dairy showmanship will also begin at 9 a.m. Goat judging and showmanship takes place at noon. Large animal round robin starts at 3 p.m. and the small animal round robin begins at 5 p.m. The Ranch Rodeo begins at 5 p.m.
Watch the car races
POLSON — Enjoy the national qualifier, “INEX Legends Madness,” at the Mission Valley Speedway Superoval. Located at 1113 N. Reservoir Road, there will be Mod 4s, Hornets, late Models, INEX Legends (double points). Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for children 8-14 with children 7 and under free. Seniors 55 and older pay an $8 admission fee. Time trials begin at 6 p.m. and racing begins at 7 p.m. Call 406-212-8159 for more information.
Sunday, July 25
Barrel races take place on final fair day
RONAN — The NBHA Barrel Race will be the final fair activity at the Lake County Fairgrounds. The event begins at 9 a.m.
Sign up for the Bobcat Scramble
POLSON — Polson Bay Golf Course will host the annual Bobcat Scramble to raise funds for scholarships. Everyone is invited to participate. Call 406-883-8230 for more information.
Monday, July 26
Mother Goose entertains babies, toddlers
TheNorth Lake County Public Library offers the Mother Goose program on Mondays at 9:15 a.m. The doors open at 9 a.m. Mother Goose is an interactive program for babies, toddlers and their caregivers that will include nursery rhymes and stories. Come in to play with your child and learn new action rhymes to do at home.
Wednesday, July 28
Flathead Irrigation District to meet
RONAN — The Flathead Irrigation District will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 28, at 1 p.m. at Lake County Extension Office/Community Center, 303 Third Ave. NW. Please enter through the back door by the kitchen.