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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

HOT SPRINGS — Enjoy Americana music provided by Mark Chase at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.

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.

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.

HOT SPRINGS — Enjoy piano playing and vocals by Craig Barton at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.

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.

RONAN — Lake County Fair to hold shotgun event at Big Sky Sporting Clays at 10 a.m.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

HOT SPRINGS — The Blues Festival opener will be provided by Too Slim and the Taildraggers at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

HOT SPRINGS — The Blues Festival continues at the Symes Hotel when John Kelley provides “Electrical Revival” from 8-10 p.m.

POLSON — Beef is on the “Fifth Friday” menu at the Polson Community Church, 1814 First Street E. The meal will be served from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Friday, July 29. Admission is free for you, your family and friends.

POLSON — Dr. Steven Irwin is retiring Friday, July 29, after 35 years of service in Polson. Providence St. Joseph Medical Center, 6 Thirteenth Ave. E, invites you to Dr. Irwin’s retirement and farewell event in the hospital lobby Friday, July 29, from 5-6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Dr. Irwin will continue his work with Polson Health and Rehab and Hot Springs Nursing Home. He will be spending time with his kids and grandkids, enjoying Montana, and his many hobbies.

RONAN — Friday begins with 8:30 a.m. judge’s orientation; sheep and beef breeding at 9 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. rabbit showmanship and judging. Mission Mountain Quilt Guild will hold their show at 10 a.m. The Lake County Fair has a new addition to the schedule with a 4-H project costume competition at 2 p.m. on Friday afternoon. It should be entertaining for the participants and spectators alike. The day ends with a 5-7:30 p.m. 4-H open class talent show; 7:30 beef showmanship; 9-11 p.m. 4-H Ambassador’s Dance.

POLSON — On July 29, area friends, MSU Alumni, families and Bobcat Boosters are invited to participate in a Flathead Lake dinner cruise. This event is designed specifically for MSU alums, families and friends whether or not you participate in the golf scramble. MSU President Waded Cruzado will host the cruise, which departs on board the “Shadow” from the KwaTaqNuk Resort at 6 p.m. and returns at 9 p.m. A buffet dinner will be served on the boat, as well as a cash bar. Tickets are $45 per person or $100 for a family with children under 12. The golf scramble is hosted at the Polson Bay Golf Club on July 30. The format will be similar to last year’s event. The scramble will begin with a shotgun start at 10 a.m., followed by a social hour and barbecue. Entry fee is $500 per team. All proceeds benefit the MSU Bobcat Athletic Scholarship Fund. For further information, tickets and registration contact Shad at 406-883-8803 or shad.hupka@fib.com.

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.

POLSON — The city of Polson will hold their annual bike auction on Saturday, July 30, at the City Shop at the corner of First Street E and Eleventh Ave. E (other items will also be available). Walk through of bikes happens at 9:30 a.m., auction starts promptly at 10 a.m. Call 406-883-8212 for more information.

RONAN — The large animal round robin is at 10 a.m. and the small animal round robin is at 11:30 a.m. The Lake County Fair will have the first ever ranch rodeo. It begins at 1 p.m. The small-fry stock show and ranch rodeo dinner and awards are at 5 p.m. At 7:30 p.m. there will be an arena dance to the band Exit 53 from Billings.

POLSON — The MSU golf scramble is hosted by the Polson Bay Golf Club on July 30. The format will be similar to last year’s event. The scramble will begin with a shotgun start at 10 a.m., followed by a social hour and barbecue. Entry fee is $500 per team. All proceeds benefit the MSU Bobcat Athletic Scholarship Fund. For further information, tickets and registration contact Shad at 406-883-8803 or shad. hupka@fib.com.

HOT SPRINGS — Hot Springs Blues Festival, a two-day fun festival at the Symes Hotel, includes music from: Rafael Tranquilino, Mike Bader Band, Zeppo, Kevin Van Dort. Call 406-741-2361 for more information.

RONAN — The Lake County Fair will have an MBHA barrel race from noon-4 p.m. and breakaway roping for the ladies will follow.

RONAN — Stall cleaning will take place at the Lake County Fair Grounds from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 1, and Tuesday, Aug. 2.

POLSON — The Port Polson Players in association with the Mission Valley Friends of the Arts present “Guys On Ice” a musical/comedy. Shows will take place Wednesday-Saturday, Aug. 11-28, 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.

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.

POLSON — The Port Polson Players in Association with the Mission Valley Friends of the Arts present “Shadows On Oak Island” a mystery/thriller. Shows will take place Wednesday-Saturday, July 21-Aug. 7, 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.

RONAN — The Ronan City Council will meet at Ronan City Hall on Monday, Aug. 1, from 6-7 p.m.

POLSON — Sandpiper Art Gallery, 306 Main Street, presents “Exceptionally Eclectic” an exhibit of artwork from member artists Alice Varnum (ink/watercolor), Cynthia Hoelscher (fabric art), Charlie Fudge (woodworking), Carole Daniels (encaustic/watercolor), Michael Stockhill (photography), and Gitti Miller (basketry) from Saturday, July 9-Monday, Aug. 22.

Summertime breakfast, lunch served  through Aug. 5

POLSON — June 6 is the first day of the free breakfast and lunch Summer Food Service Program in Polson. Cherry Valley, 107 Eighth Ave. W, is the site for the program. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-9:30 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m., Monday-Friday. All children 18 years old and under eat for free. The program ends on Aug. 5.

Ronan summertime breakfast, lunch served through Aug. 19

RONAN — Ronan Middle School will serve kid friendly meals for lunch and breakfast Monday-Friday (excluding July 4th) from June 9-Aug. 19. Breakfast will be served from 8:15-10:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m.-12:55 p.m. There is no cost to all children 18 years old and younger. Adult meal prices are $2.50 for breakfast and $4 for lunch.

Food program begins in Pablo

PABLO — The first day of the free summer food program at Salish Kootenai College Joe McDonald Gymnasium begins June 13 and is open to kids ages 18 and under. Kids don’t have to be a part of Making Fitness Fun Program to eat. Breakfast is served from 8:30-10 a.m. and lunch is from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Thursday.

POLSON — Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen’s monthly meeting is on Aug. 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Ronan VFW on Round Butte Road. Kent and Charlene Krone, who spend their winters in the southwest and publish their experiences in horseman magazines, will be the presenters. Their slideshow about riding in parts of Arizona, Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana will be about 45 minutes long. The slideshow starts in the first territorial capitol of Arizona and ends in the second territorial capital of Montana. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. You won’t want to miss this presentation folks.

POLSON — There will be a dance at the Elks on Wednesday, Aug. 3, from 7-10 p.m. Join us for the fun. Ken’s Country Combo will play.

YELLOW BAY — The Flathead Lake Biological Station will hold an open house on Wednesday, Aug. 3, at 1 p.m. The Flathead Lake Biological Station’s annual open house provides an opportunity for the interested public to learn more about the ecology of Flathead Lake and its watershed, as well as FLBS and its research around the globe. The open house allows FLBS scientists to showcase the breadth of their activities, as well as show examples of how ecological research at FLBS benefits Flathead Lake and subsequently area visitors and residents.